General Conditions
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The below image is a scale from never sunburn to very dark tanning. Never use the
device if your skin type is 6 from the below image. In this case, you run a high risk of
developing skin reactions, such as strong redness or burns (hyperpigmentation and
hypopigmentation).
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Never use the device if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
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Never use the device if you have any active implants such as pacemaker,
neurostimulator, insulin pump etc.
Medications
Never use the device if you take any of the medications listed below:
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If your skin is currently being treated with or has recently been treated in the past
week with Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Beta- Hydroxy Acids (BHAs), topical
isotretinoin and azelaic acid.
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If you have taken any form of Isotretinoin Accutane or Roaccutane in the last six
months. This treatment can make skin more susceptible to tears, wounds and
irritations.
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If you are taking photosensitising agents or medications, check the package insert
of your medicine and never use the device if it is stated that it can cause
photo-allergic reactions, photo-toxic reactions or if you have to avoid sun when
taking this medicine.
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If you take anticoagulation medications, including heavy use of aspirin, in a
manner which does not allow for a minimum one-week washout period prior to
each treatment.
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If you have received radiation therapy or chemotherapy within the past 3 months.
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If you are on painkillers which reduce the skin's sensitivity to heat.
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If you take immunosuppressive medications.
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If you have received radiation therapy or chemotherapy within the past 3 months.
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If you have had surgery in the areas to be treated with this device in the last 3
weeks.
