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Underarms skin turned brown post waxing

2018-05-22 13:22:45
I had my underarms waxed post 4 days I noticed that they had completely turned brown in the area where wax was applied darker than my skin color I don’t know if it is a burn or reaction to hot wax it’s never happened before with me
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This may be irritant burns. Photo is not clear. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment

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