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  • Female
  • 25 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I tried using veet cold wax strips on my upper lip for hair removal, and after a couple of tries, it left my skin with a rash and this burning sensation. Now I have these scars and it just keeps burning. Any advice on what to do next?

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After experiencing a rash, burning sensation, and scarring from using Veet Cold Wax Strips on your upper lip, apply a soothing topical cream like aloe vera gel, hydrocortisone cream, or calamine lotion to calm the skin, and avoid using wax strips for a while, considering alternative hair removal methods like threading or sugaring.

Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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