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A member asked:
Can i get cosmetic laser hair removal if i have vitiligo?
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Yes: Laser hair removal only works on darkly pigmented hair; it will not work well on white/grey/blonde/lt brown hair. The skin color will not make too much of a difference.
Answered 8/29/2018
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Yes: There is no contraindication.
Answered 8/29/2018
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