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I used waxing strips more than 10 days ago which left a scab and now a dark scar. will this scar be permanent? is there anything i can do to remove it
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Likely ok: Unless you keloid easily this will like heal within a few weeks without leaving a scar. Just keep it clean to avoid infection.
Answered 4/10/2016
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