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When a person waxes does it make it so that some hair doesn't grow back?
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Waxing: Usually, waxing will removed hair that is actively growing. It will not prevent the regrowth of hair like certain lasers do. That is why waxing is done on a repetitive basis.
Answered 4/22/2014
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