Silhouet-Tone ESSENTIAL Peel, Instruction Manual

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Contraindications
Reminder
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The “Essential Peel” is a microdermabrasion unit used to perform surface skin exfoliation and makes no
medical claims. It is intended and should be used by licensed estheticians for esthetic purposes only.
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Refer all medical problems to a physician.
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All procedures must be performed on healthy skin, free of infectious or inflammatory conditions.
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Do not abrade beauty spots, moles or (naevocellular naevi). Bypass them without touching them.
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
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People allergic to aluminum oxide (Al
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People with active or uncontrolled diabetes;
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Skin cancer, autoimmune disease or anti;
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Active local skin infection of all types (herpes simplex virus, flat warts, eczema, dermatitis etc.).
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Active acne (with pustules).
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Vascular lesions (broken capillaries and rosacea).
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Severe rosacea or telangiectasias.
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On pigmented solar keratosis, sunburned areas or recently laser or IPL treated areas;
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Users of prescription anticoagulants (blood thinners as Cumaden or Warfarin) or corticoids (cortisone or
prednisone).
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Any medical condition that prohibits exfoliation.
WARNING:
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BEFORE A PROCEDURE, INSPECT THE TIP for any excessively jagged or abnormally formed surfaces on
the tip (anything that could cause a cut in the skin). DO NOT USE THE TIP if you notice any damage.
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Prior to procedure, always test the abrasion intensity on the inside of the client’s forearm, where the
skin is most sensitive. Wait for 5 minutes and if no reaction is observed (redness, rush, bumps,
swelling or any other reaction on tested area) you can begin procedure. If any reaction appears, do not
proceed, if necessary refer the client to a doctor.
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Extra care must be taken when working on mature or reactive skin.
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For first exfoliation, always use the lowest suction.
Important recommendations:
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Prior to microdermabrasion, client must discontinue use of any any irritating products (such as retinoids
(Retin A) or AHA’s (glycolic or lactic acid) for one week. Use may resume 3 weeks following
microdermabrasion interruption.
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Never use products Retin A or AHA’s (such as glycolic) or other chemical peels or low pH products in
conjunction with microdermabrasion sessions.
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Avoid microdermabrasion before intense sun exposure (ex. sailing, skiing, sun bathing).
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Clients should avoid swimming in a chlorinated pool the day of the microdermabrasion.
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It is recommended that clients wait 4-6 weeks after receiving Botox and filler injections.
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Users of Isotretinoin medication (Accutane, Roaccutane) must wait 6 months between medication interruption
and beginning of exfoliation procedure.
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3 months prior to microdermabrasion, discontinue any laser or IPL treatments.