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A member asked:
Hi, i am 16 years, and 9 months old, and skinny. i have excess body hair and facial hair, even hair on my chin is growing. can i use the philips lumea prestige at home laser? does it really work? and what is the best home laser machine?
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You should see your doctor first to rule out any hormonal imbalance which causes excess body hair (hirsutism). Local care is not the answer unless there is no other health problem identified.
Answered 5/16/2021
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