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InStrUCtIonS­For­USe­– haIr­reMoVaL

N.B. It is recommended to carry out the Spot test (page 5) at least 48hrs prior to treatment to choose a
safe treatment level for your skin.

1. Prior­to­use,­make­sure­your­skin­is­shaved,­clean­and­dry­(free­of­any­residue­such­as­powders,­creams,

makeup,­antiperspirants­or­deodorants).

Warning!

neVer­use­flammable­liquids­such­as­alcohol­or­acetone­to­clean­the­skin­before­using­duo.

2. having­followed­duo­set-up­steps­above,­press­the­power­button­

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to­turn­on­the­device.­the­Led

indicator­for­level­1­will­illuminate.

3. the­device­sets­itself­on­the­lowest­energy­level.­Use­the­power­button­to­increase­the­energy­level­to­reach

the­level­determined­in­the­spot­test­and­according­to­your­convenience.­the­energy­level­lights­will­light
up­blue­(aFt)/white­(IPL)­according­to­the­selected­level.

4. Place­the­applicator­treatment­window­on­the­required­treatment­area­with­full­contact­to­the­skin­(the

applicator­will­not­trigger­a­pulse­if­there­is­not­full­skin­contact­and­the­green­‘ready’­indicator­light­will
stop­flashing­but­remain­illuminated­when­the­device­is­in­good­contact­with­the­skin).

5. dependent­on­the­energy­level­selected­the­device­can­be­used­in­two­ways:­

Freeglide method (AFT):

this­is­the­method­used­on­energy­levels­1-3.­hold­the­pulse­button­down

continuously­and­slowly­move­the­device­over­the­skin­maintaining­constant­contact.­In­this­mode­it­is
necessary­to­repeatedly­pass­the­device­over­the­same­area­up­to­5­times­to­ensure­maximum­coverage

N.B.

the­higher­the­level­the­slower­you­will­need­to­glide­the­device.­this­is­because­the­more­energy

released,­the­slower­the­pulse­rate.

Single shot method (IPL):

this­is­the­recommended­method­to­use­for­high­energy­levels­4-5.­With­the

treatment­window­in­contact­with­the­skin,­press­the­trigger­button­and­wait­for­the­flash.­only­shoot­once
before­moving­the­device­to­the­next­treatment­area­ensuring­there­are­no­gaps­or­overlaps­in­the­treated
area.­Wait­for­the­status­indicator­Led­to­stop­flashing­(up­to­3.5­seconds)­before­pressing­the­pulse­button
again.­
during­both­treatment­methods­you­will­see­a­bright­flash,­hear­a­popping­noise­and­may­feel­a­mild
stinging­and/or­heat­sensation.

6. repeat­steps­4­and­5­until­all­the­chosen­area­has­been­treated.­

The product should not be used for more

than 30 minutes at one time. After 30 minutes are up, switch the device off and unplug from the wall. 
NB:

If­the­device­is­left­on­but­not­used­for­approximately­3­minutes­it­will­automatically­switch­itself­off.­If

this­has­happened,­press­the­power­button­to­turn­the­device­back­on.

Facial treatment

Only use the facial adaptor to treat the face (*available for purchase separately)

the­facial­skin­is­a­sensitive­area­that­requires­special­care­and­caution.­Make­sure­you­follow­all­instructions
and­safety­precautions­carefully­in­order­to­avoid­adverse­effects.­to­maximise­safety,­both­aFt­and­IPL­power
levels­will­function­in­single­shot­mode­for­greater­control­when­treating­the­face.­the­facial­adaptor­includes
a­pressure­sensor,­the­treatment­window­must­be­in­good­contact­with­the­skin­otherwise­the­device­will­not
flash.­

Start the treatment on level 1 and increase only if the treatment is comfortable.

the­facial­cartridge­is­available­to­buy­separately,­it­is­recommended­that­you­use­this­when­performing­facial
treatment­as­it­is­specially­designed­to­fit­smaller­areas­such­as­the­top­lip.

Fitting the facial adaptor 

(*sold separately)

the­facial­adaptor­attaches­to­the­product­in­the­same­way­as­the­standard­cartridge.­See­page­10­for
instructions.

Warning!

1) do­not­use­the­device­on­the­face­above­the­cheek­line,­around­the­eyes,­eyebrows­or­eyelashes­as­this

could­cause­serious­eye­damage.­

2) Protective­goggles­are­included­with­the­facial­cartridge­(sold­separately).­these­should­be­worn­to

decrease­discomfort­when­treating­near­the­eyes.­­

3) do­not­use­the­device­to­treat­hair­growth­in­the­nose­and­ears­(see­page­3).
4) Make­sure­you­do­a­Spot­test­48­hours­prior­to­treatment.­the­Spot­test­should­be­done­in­a­hair-free­area

such­as­below­the­ear­or­the­side­of­the­neck­to­determine­the­energy­level.

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Summary of Contents for Duo Pro

Page 1: ...IPL HH160 GB INSTRUCTION MANUAL PERMANENT HAIR REDUCTION FACIAL SKIN REJUVENATION IB IPLHH160GB 0315 01_Layout 1 28 04 2015 09 31 Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...e It is recommended to carry out a skin test before first use on each area you wish to treat see page 5 for details hold the device against the treatment area making sure the yellow treatment window is in full contact with the skin The green status indicator will stop flashing when good skin contact is made and the duo is ready to flash for levels 1 3 AFT FREEGLIDE hold the green trigger button do...

Page 3: ...t test page 5 do not use the device on naturally dark skin see guide on box and inside back cover Keep out of children s reach the device is to be used for hair reduction purposes only do not use it for any other purpose Use duo only according to the instructions for use WarnIngS and SaFety PreCaUtIonS When shouldn t Duo be used Pregnant or nursing women must avoid the use of the device do not use...

Page 4: ...f damage this may result in injury always keep the device away from the hair of your head to avoid accidental burns always keep the device away from objects other than the skin while treating e g clothes brushes wires cords laces etc to avoid accidents do not rinse any components of the device with any kind of liquid to avoid damaging the device CAUTION this appliance is not intended for use by pe...

Page 5: ... removal cartridge available for purchase separately the test should be done in a hair free area such as below the ear or the side of the neck 1 Prior to use make sure your skin is shaved clean and dry free of any residue such as powders creams make up anti perspirants or deodorants Warning neVer use flammable liquids such as alcohol or acetone to clean the skin before using the IPL device 2 Set u...

Page 6: ...m energy Level of 5 Stop the test once you do not feel comfortable increasing the energy level increases the risk of adverse effects If you see adverse effects such as severe redness or blistering stop the test immediately 8 Wait 48 hours and examine the tested area If the skin in the test area seems normal no response or mild redness you can proceed with a full treatment in the highest comfortabl...

Page 7: ...r Led to stop flashing up to 3 5 seconds before pressing the pulse button again during both treatment methods you will see a bright flash hear a popping noise and may feel a mild stinging and or heat sensation 6 repeat steps 4 and 5 until all the chosen area has been treated The product should not be used for more than 30 minutes at one time After 30 minutes are up switch the device off and unplug...

Page 8: ...n exposure for at least 2 weeks post treatment If recently treated skin is exposed to sunlight in this time period make sure to apply SPF 30 or higher sunscreen do not wax or pluck hairs from treated areas remember It may take up to 2 weeks for the hair to grow and fall out Skin Hair Type Suitability Long Term Hair Reduction Hair Growth Cycle two factors play an important role in optimal long term...

Page 9: ... 5 see skin tone chart on inside back cover the effect of the treatments will depend on skin type and hair colour the results are cumulative as you continue to perform more treatments you should notice less hair regrowth due to hormonal or other physiological changes dormant hair follicles may become active and new hairs can appear maintenance hair reduction sessions may be required from time to t...

Page 10: ...hot method IPL this is the recommended method to use for high energy levels 4 5 With the treatment window in contact with the skin press the trigger button and wait for the flash only shoot once before moving the device to the next treatment area ensuring there are no gaps or overlaps in the treated area Wait for the status indicator Led to stop flashing up to 3 5 seconds before pressing the pulse...

Page 11: ...at more than twice Note It is recommended to use the higher energy settings to see optimal results within the first week If lower energy is used additional time may be required Skin Types 4 and 5 It is recommended to treat every 3 days for the first 3 weeks to see the most effective results after the initial 3 weeks continue with top up treatments 2 3 times per week as and when needed When using e...

Page 12: ... sold separately the cartridge will last up to 10 000 pulses When the cartridge has expired the status indicator and skin level indicator lights will flash repeatedly this indicates that the cartridge needs replacing replacement cartridges are available from www homedics co uk To to change or replace the cartridge 1 turn off the device and then unplug from the Power outlet 2 Firmly grasp the used ...

Page 13: ... hair will respond but typically will require more treatment sessions red hair may show some response White grey or blond hair show limited response nevertheless some users have noted hair reduction after multiple treatment sessions Does it hurt to use the device Some users may experience discomfort when dealing with thicker and darker hair but this discomfort diminishes once the session is comple...

Page 14: ...especially on the chest will generally require more hair reduction sessions When are results from the device achieved skin rejuvenation after the initial couple of treatments users will start to see an improvement in the appearance of wrinkles results are cumulative as you continue your treatment you will see better results How do I get more cartridges to order more cartridges visit your local sto...

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