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How can I remove a prominent vein on my forehead?

socialballerinaJan 19, 2016
As you can see on my photo, I have a prominent vein going straight down the middle of my forehead. It becomes even more noticable when smiling. How can I remove this vein? I recently noticed it and it bothers me a lot.

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