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Black hair. is it ok to leave hair grown or shave it before going for laser hair removal or leave it half grown? they use yag laser.

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Well : They usually want you to shave the hair. But call their office and ask them what they recommend

Dr Hodge and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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