Braun 5395, Owner'S Manual

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General information on epilation
Silk·épil is designed to epilate hair on legs,
but use tests monitored by dermatologists
have confirmed that you can also safely
epilate the underarm, the bikini line and
the face.
All methods of hair removal at the root can
lead to in-growing hair and irritation (e.g.
itching, discomfort and reddening of the
skin) depending on the condition of the
skin and hair.
This is a normal reaction and should quickly
disappear, but may be stronger when you
are removing hair at the root for the first
few times or if you have sensitive skin.
Using the cooling application will help to
prevent irritation.
If, after 36 hours, the skin still shows
irritation, we recommend that you contact
your physician.
In general, the skin reaction and the
sensation of pain tend to diminish
considerably with the repeated use of
Silk·épil.
In some cases inflammation of the skin
could occur when bacteria penetrate the
skin (e.g. when sliding the appliance over
the skin). Thorough cleaning of the epila-
tion head before each use will minimise
the risk of infection.
If you have any doubts about using this
appliance, please consult your physician.
In the following cases, this appliance
should only be used after prior consulta-
tion with a physician:
–
eczema, wounds, inflamed skin
reactions such as folliculitis (purulent
hair follicles) and varicose veins
– around moles
– reduced immunity of the skin, e.g.
diabetes mellitus, during pregnancy,
Raynaud’s disease
– haemophilia or immune deficiency.
Some useful tips
Epilation is easier and more comfortable
when the hair is at the optimum length
of 2-5 mm. If hairs are longer, we recom-
mend that you either shave first and epilate
the shorter re-growing hairs after 1 or 2
weeks.
When epilating for the first time, it is
advisable to epilate in the evening, so that
any possible reddening can disappear
overnight. To relax the skin we recom-
mend applying a moisture cream after
epilation.
Fine hair which re-grows might not grow
up to the skin surface. The regular use of
massage sponges (e.g. after showering)
or exfoliation peelings helps to prevent
in-growing hair as the gentle scrubbing
action removes the upper skin layer and
fine hair can get through to the skin sur-
face.
It is a fact that hair re-growth will be
reduced by 50 % if you remove hairs from
the root regularly at least every 4 weeks
using your Silk·épil.
Description
(see page 4)
Pain softener
Efficiency Pro cap
Epilation head
Release buttons
Switch with incorporated SmartLight
Socket for cord connector
Cord connector
12 V transformer plug
Underarm head
Facial head
Facial cleansing wipes
Cool & Soothe set
(gel pack (a), cooling glove (b))
1a
1b
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