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First ever diy bikini wax at home almost 5 weeks ago, only 1 or 2 hairs have grown back since. is this normal? should i wait and see?

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Dr. Jodi Ritsch answered

Wait and see: Hair grows at different rates for different people. As long as you have no rash or irritation, it is ok to just wait and see how long the hair takes to grow back

Answered 8/4/2014

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A member asked:

First ever diy bikini wax at home almost 5 weeks ago, only 1 or 2 hairs have grown back since. is this normal? should i wait and see?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jodi Ritsch answered

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