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My skin is sensitive for waxing. can laser treatment will be helpful for removing hair? will there be any sideeffect of that?

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Laser hair removal: Laser hair removal is very effective and safe. You have to be well trained to ensure it can.Be done safely. High settings in dark skinned people or people with tan can cause burns. It is a better option than waxing for a life time.

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Answered 9/14/2014

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