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Dear doctor i am 15 weeks pregnant. is it safe to rub alcohol 70 percent after waxing my face?

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Dr. Melissa Gowans answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Rubbing alcohol: Applying a small amount of alcohol to your face will not harm your baby.

Dr Dinhofer agreed

Answered 10/4/2015

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