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7. Possible side effects using Silk’n SensEpil™
When used according to the instructions, side effects and complications associated with use of Silk’n SensEpil™
are uncommon. However every cosmetic procedure, including those designed for home use, involves some
degree of risk. Therefore it is important that you understand and accept the risks and complications that can
occur with pulsed light hair removal systems designed for home use.
Hair removal by lasers or intense pulse light sources can cause increased hair growth in some individuals.
Based upon currently available data, the highest risk groups for this response are females of Mediterranean,
Middle Eastern and South Asian heritage treated on the face and neck.
Adverse Reaction
Degree of Risk
Minor Skin Discomfort –
Although home pulsed light hair removal is generally
very well-tolerated, most users do feel some mild discomfort during use, usually
described as being a mild stinging sensation on the treated skin areas. The stinging
sensation usually lasts during the time of the application itself or for a few minutes
thereafter. Anything beyond this minor discomfort is abnormal and means that
either you should not continue to use Silk’n SensEpil™ because you are unable to
tolerate the hair removal application, or that the energy level setting is too high.
Minor
Skin Redness –
Your skin may become red right after using Silk’n SensEpil™ or
within 24 hours of using Silk’n SensEpil™. Redness generally clears up within 24
hours. See your doctor if redness does not go away within 2 to 3 days.
Minor
Increased Sensitivity to Skin –
The skin of the treated area is more sensitive so you
may encounter dryness or flaking of the skin.
Minor
Pigment Changes –
Silk’n SensEpil™ targets the hair shaft, in particular the
pigmented cells in the hair follicle and the hair follicle itself. Nevertheless there is
risk of temporary hyperpigmentation (increased pigment or brown discoloration)
or hypopigmentation (whitening) to the surrounding skin. This risk of changes in
skin pigmentation is higher for people with darker skin tones. Usually discoloration
or changes to skin pigment are temporary and permanent hyperpigmentation or
hypopigmentation rarely occur.
Rare
Excessive Redness and Swelling –
In rare cases treated skin may become very red
and swollen. This is more common in sensitive areas of the body. The redness and
swelling should subside within 2 to 7 days and should be treated with frequent
applications of ice. Gentle cleansing is OK, but one should avoid exposure to sun.
Rare
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