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Veet hair removal cream side effects
A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. George Woominganswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
2 much can b bad: A little topical anesthetic on the face or upper lip may be just fine. But to cover the arms & legs & back (large surface areas) in one treatment ses... Read More
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Dr. Joseph Meleanswered
Plastic Surgery 34 years experience
Yes, can be bad.: Topical numbing creams are prescription only. The reason for this is that the numbing agents can be absorbed into the blood stream and cause toxicity ... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
Dr. Robert Jacksonanswered
Dermatology 45 years experience
Using: See dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options. Steroid cream may prevent this by using after hair removal.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. Robert Killiananswered
General Practice 30 years experience
Burnt Skin: Hi. I am not sure why you would put this cream on your facial skin. It is not designed for that. But perhaps you will know that now. I would hope yo... Read More
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5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 20-year-old male asked:
Dr. Michael Tomeoanswered
Dermatology 40 years experience
Yes , safe: Depilatory creams are safe if used properly (follow the directions).
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A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Otto Placikanswered
Surgery - Plastics 36 years experience
Not recommended: This can be extremely irritating and cause a burn. I would not advise.
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4.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A female asked:
Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Unrelated: Use of hair removal cream applied topically is not going to be related to infections from having an abortion.
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2.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A female asked:
Dr. Zachary Veresanswered
Family Medicine 20 years experience
Rash: Sending a pic will help. You may try some triple antibiotic ointment for starters with a steroid cream
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3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. Hirenkumar Italiaanswered
Family Medicine 16 years experience
Allergy: Seems to be allergic to cream. Avoid using cream. Try Benadryl (diphenhydramine). Keep area dry. Can try Ibuprofen for pain and Ice application.
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3.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 18-year-old male asked:
Dr. Yvette Kratzberganswered
Pediatrics 26 years experience
Hair removal cream can cause chemical burns to sensitive skin. make sure you wash all of it off and use soap to remove any remaining residue. Apply co... Read More
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A 17-year-old female asked:
Dr. Yash Khannaanswered
Family Medicine 59 years experience
Possible infection: Iyou did break the skin as you bled and it might have caused infecton.You should consult your doctor or gynecologist as you may need antibiotics.
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4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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