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Can stretch marks caused by bleaching be removed? (Photo)

renessamFeb 24, 2014
i tried bleaching my skin for less than 3 months and i notice i started getting stretch marks so i discontinue bot the marks contine to develop. its horrible looking cause its on both my arms, i would like to know can anything be done to get rid of these marks

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