Body
1
.
Consult the "Skin color and characteristics" table below and choose the light
intensity suitable for your skin and hair color that you feel comfortable with (no
pain). This product is not suitable for use on the skin colors and characteristics
under which “X” mark is indicated.
2
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Depending on the body part, you may need to change the light intensity. Use
the product at the appropriate light intensity that suits you. The light pulse can
feel warm or a little hot on the skin but should never be painful. Do not use the
product at the light intensity that cause pain.
Persons with darker skin run a higher risk of skin problem because their skin
absorbs more light, especially when the product is used at higher intensities.
Therefore lower intensities are recommended for persons with darker skin.
For problems with your skin, please read "About skin problems" on page 13.
Close to black
Brown
Setting the light intensity
When using the product for the first time or after tanned, perform a skin test
before use to check your skin condition. Perform a skin test to the area close to
the area to be treated.
Skin color and characteristics
Skin Type I
Skin Type II
Skin Type III
Skin Type IV Skin Type V Skin Type VI
White
Always
sunburn, no
tanning.
Beige
Easy sunburn,
minimal
tanning
Light brown
Sometimes
sunburn, but
quickly
subsides and
result in good
tanning
Mild brown
Dark brown
Rarely
sunburn, fast
and good
tanning
Rarely
sunburn, very
good or good
tanning
Very dark
tanning
Facial
Please read "Do not use the product if the following applies." on page 4 to determine if you are qualified to
use this product. Especially if you are tanned by sunlight or by artificial method, your skin color may be darker
than the last time you used the product. Read "Skin color and characteristics" above, perform a skin test, and
set the light intensity to an appropriate level before use.
● Please read "Do not use the product on the following areas." on page 4 for areas on which
this product cannot be used.
● If you experience severe pain during treatment, lower the light intensity to a level where you
do not feel pain. If redness or skin problems worsen, discontinue use immediately and read
"About skin problems" on page 13.
Caution
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