28 Revision 02, January 2011
7. T
REATMENT
P
ROTOCOLS
IMPORTANT:
When treating skin types V-VI, you must use the optional V-VI
handpiece. Do not use the standard handpiece.
7.1. Indications
The SpaTouch Elite treatment is indicated for clients in good general health,
18 years of age or older with Skin Types I-VI according to Fitzpatrick Skin
Type Classification.
7.2. Pre-Treatment
Trimming:
Prior to testing or treatment, the hair should be trimmed to
a length of 1-2 mm or shaved 3-6 days before treatment and left to re-
grow to the desired length of 1-2 mm.
Skin Preparation:
Clean, dry and cover spots. Be sure there are no
unattached hairs left on the skin surface before beginning treatment.
7.3. Pre-Treatment
Test
Set the energy level for the first pulse according to the table below.
Table 4: Energy Level Setting
I
II
III
IV
V
VI
1
st
Pulse
45
40
35
30
10
0
2
nd
Pulse
50
45
40
35
15
2
3
rd
Pulse
55
50
45
40
20
5
For example, if the client has skin Type III, the energy level for the
first test pulse should be set at 35.
Pulses should be applied on adjacent test spots, include test spots on
the intended treatment area.
