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If you legs need waxing can hair make u itch?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Yes: When new hair grows on shaved area it irritates the skin, causing itching. However if the hair is allowed to grow longer the itching will cease.

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Answered 4/6/2013

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