Braun Silk-epil 5316, User Manual

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– 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 com-
fortable when the hair is at the op-
timal length of 2–5 mm (0.08–0.2 in.).
If hairs are longer, we recommend to
pre-cut to this length.
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 recommend 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 peel-
ings 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
surface.
Description (see page 4)
Epilation head with tweezer
element
Release buttons
Switch
Socket for cord connector
Cord connector
12 V transformer plug
How to epilate
• Your skin must be dry and free
from grease or cream.
• Before starting off, thoroughly
clean the epilation head .
• Plug the cord connector into
the socket and plug the trans-
former plug into an electrical
outlet.
1. To turn on the appliance, slide
switch up to setting «2»
(«2» = normal speed,
«1» = reduced speed).
2. Rub your skin to lift short hairs.
For optimal performance, hold the
appliance at a right angle (90°)
against your skin and guide it
without pressure against the hair
growth, in the direction of the
switch.
3. Leg epilation
Epilate your legs from bottom
upwards. When epilating behind
the knee, keep the leg stretched
out straight.
4. Underarm and bikini line epilation
Use tests monitored by dermatol-
ogists have revealed that you can
also epilate the underarm and
the bikini line. Please be aware
that these areas are particularly
sensitive to pain. With repeated
usage the pain sensation will
diminish.
Before epilating, thoroughly clean
the respective area to remove
residue (like deodorant). Then
carefully dab dry with a towel.
When epilating the underarm,
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