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If shaving is out is epilating any safer if you have got MC?

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PYFarnweather
PYFarnweather

I literally burst into tears sometimes when I see my hairy legs, which I always used to keep nice and shaved. I have had molluscum for one year and nearly reduced it down to one or two bumps, but a few more have suddenly come back. I'm desperate to do something about my hair, though, and I know shaving and waxing are really bad as they help spread molluscum - but what about epilating? Is using an epilation machine somehow slightly less risky at spreading it on the skin? Thanks!

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  • Idkidccc
    Idkidccc PYFarnweather

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    So the whole point of no shaving or waxing for three months after your last one is treated is to reduce irritation to the area /: Those machines are no different than waxing (except epilation machine is a little more painful) Try getting an electric trimmer. I know its not the close shave you want but its worth a try without breaking the skin.

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