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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Audible Tones
Indication
Not Full Contact
Flash button was pressed while the
skin contact sensor was not fully
engaged.
Replace Light Cartridge
Light cartridge is missing or needs
to be replaced.
Contact Sensors Stuck
Flash button was pressed after the
contact sensor had been
engaged since unit start up. Contact
sensor may be stuck.
Frequently Asked Questions (www.remington-ilight.com)
Q. What is i-Light? What is Intense Pulse Light (IPL)?
A.
IPL works by directing an extremely short, intense pulse of filtered light into the skin. The
light is absorbed by the colored pigments in and surrounding the hair and disables the
hair follicle temporarily, preventing hair regrowth.
Q. Who can use i-Light?
A.
Both men and women can use i-Light to remove unwanted hair anywhere below the
neck. i-Light has been designed for individuals with light to medium skin tones and dark
hair. Safe skin tones include white, ivory, tan, beige, and light brown only. Safe natural hair
colors include black, dark brown, and medium brown.
Q. What areas of my body can I treat with i-Light?
A.
i-Light is designed to be used on areas below the neck, including the legs, underarms,
bikini line, arms, chest and back.
Q. What can I expect from i-Light?
A.
i-Light provides safe and effective salon-grade hair removal using IPL
technology.
Q. What are the risks involved with i-Light? Is it safe?
A.
i-Light is safe to use, but like any electronic device it is important that you read and follow
the operating instructions.
Q. How often should I use i-Light?
A.
You should use i-Light whenever you start to see hair regrowth.
Q. How long do treatments take?
A.
Time varies based on the size of the area being treated, but one full leg should take no
more than 15 minutes.
Q. When will I begin to see results?
A.
Results are not immediate. Hair may sometimes appear to be growing back after treat-
ment but many of these hairs will begin to fall out after two weeks. Hair grows in a cycle
of 3 different phases which lasts 18-24 months. Only hairs in the anagen phase are sus-
ceptible to treatment, which is why multiple treatments are required for optimal results.
The results are generally noticeable within a few weeks of the first treatment. Continuous
regular weekly (or every 2 weeks for three treatments) use will give good results within 6
to 12 weeks (darker skin may take longer).
Q. Why is my hair growing despite treatments?
A.
Hair continues to grow for up to 2 weeks after treatment, at which time you will notice
the hair beginning to fall out. Another reason for continued growth could be that the
area was missed during a treatment. Continue to treat the area whenever you notice
regrowth.
Q. Why can’t I use i-Light after recent sun exposure?
A.
Sun exposure causes high levels of melanin to be present and exposes the skin to
higher risk of burns or blisters following treatment.
Q. What are the warnings against using i-Light?
A.
Certain conditions may limit your ability to use the unit. Please read the Warnings and
Safety Precautions section in the User Manual in its entirety before using i-Light.
Q. How often do I need to replace the bulb?
A.
The bulb needs to be replaced after 1500 flashes. The Bulb Status Indicator Light will
illuminate green for the first 1350 flashes of the cartridge life. It will turn to a yellow light to
designate that only 150 flashes remain. When the light begins to flash the cartridge life is
up and you must replace the bulb.
Replacement model: SP-IPL
Q. Can I use i-Light on my face?
A.
No. i-Light is not recommended for use on the face or the neck.
Q. How do I care for treated areas following treatment?
A.
Avoid unprotected sun exposure to the treated areas.
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