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IPL PureSkin Pro 5500

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IPL PureSkin Pro long-lasting hair reduction

 

Instruction manual

Summary of Contents for IPL PureSkin Pro 5500

Page 1: ...IPL PureSkin Pro 5500 EN IPL PureSkin Pro long lasting hair reduction Instruction manual ...

Page 2: ...READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT Keep this manual in a safe location for future reference ...

Page 3: ...ION CAUTION indicates a hazardous situa tion which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE NOTICE addresses practices not related to personal injury such as product and or property damage Contents 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES 3 2 Important information 8 3 Introduction 9 4 Parts and Controls 11 5 Starting the application 12 6 Who Can Use The Device 12 7 Who Should Not Use The Devic...

Page 4: ...If you are under the age of 18 If you are pregnant nursing or might be pregnant If you have skin cancer on areas at risk of malignancy or if you have received radiation therapy or chemotherapy within the past three months If you have epilepsy On damaged or broken skin or if you have a history of herpes or psoriasis outbreaks in the treatment area If you suffer from keloid scar formation growth of ...

Page 5: ...ked by an x in the chart Do not use the device on naturally dark skin Do not use the device on tanned skin or after sun exposure Avoid exposure to the sun for four weeks before using this device Do not attempt to open or repair the device If the device is opened you could come into contact with dangerous electrical components or with pulsed light energy which could result in serious injury and or ...

Page 6: ...d or topical retinoids If you are undergoing or recently underwent treatment with azelaic acid If you have been on a course of steroids in the past three months If you have had a skin exfoliation treatment or other skin smoothing procedure in the last six to eight weeks If you have undergone radiation or chemotherapy in the past three months Do not use the device under any circumstances in the fol...

Page 7: ...ptical skin tone sensor is cracked or broken Becomes damp or wet Avoid more than 15 minutes of sun exposure for at least 2 weeks post treatment If during these two weeks your treated skin area is exposed to sunlight make sure to apply SPF 30 or higher sunscreens Do not treat the same area of skin more than once per treatment as it may cause skin irritation This device is intended for one individua...

Page 8: ...r signs of sunburn If you have sunburn that has not healed wait until it has completely healed to use the device 3 Carry out a skin sensitivity test on the tanned skin see section 5 1 to determine which energy intensity is right for you Sunbathing after treatment 1 Wait 2 weeks before sunbathing after treatment If you must be exposed to sun use sunscreen 2 For the first two weeks after the treatme...

Page 9: ...ts original power supply For your safety never use DC adapters which are not approved by the manufacturer 3 Introduction What is the IPL PureSkin Pro The PureSkin Pro is a light based device forlasting hair removal for private use The hair removal processbased on light is a well known and proven method In 15 years of clinical applications around the world it has proven to be a safe and effreduction...

Page 10: ...rs that are in the anagen phase or growth phase respond to treatment with IPL Although the duration of a complete hair growth cycle differs from person to person and depends on the area of the body the hair is growing on the cycle generally lasts 18 to 24 months Please note that at least one complete hair growth cycle is required in order to achieve permanent hair removal using the Beurer IPL Pure...

Page 11: ...Button 5 Indicator Lamp 6 Pulse Button 7 AC Power Adapter 8 AC Adapter Socket The different indicator lights are as followed Indicator Mode Description No light OFF Device not working not connected to the power supply Blinking green light Standby Device is in standby mode when first powering on or when no buttons are pressed for 3 minutes Green energy level LEDs 1 3 Energy level 1 3 The three ener...

Page 12: ...e selected energy level is indicated in the Intensity level display 3 If you wish to carry out an application at a higher intensity level increase the intensity by repeatedly pressing the Power Button until you have reached the desired intensity 4 Position the light area on the skin and press the trigger button in order to release a light pulse Ensure that the light area and skin contact sensor co...

Page 13: ...ers 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 7 Who Should Not Use The Device WARNING To prevent the possibility of serious personal injury do not use this device in the following ins...

Page 14: ...c procedure can cause some degree of side effects however It is important to understand the risks and complications that could occur with a pulsed light hair removal system Please consult your physician if necessary Degree of Side Effects Side Effects Minor Skin Irritation Skin Redness Skin Sensitivity Rare Skin Burns Scarring Pigment Changes Excessive Redness and Swelling Extremely Rare Infection...

Page 15: ...f the skin could occur after a burn caused by the treatment Bruising Blue purple bruising is exceedingly rare and could last 5 to 10 days As bruising fades there could be a long lasting rusty brown discoloration of the skin hyperpigmentation 9 Use of the IPL Pure Skin Pro 1 Remove all components from the box handheld device and power supply 2 Before beginning the treatment make sure the device is ...

Page 16: ...Pulse Button again 3 If you still feel comfortable you increase the Energy Level to 3 4 Stop the test if you do not feel comfortable as increasing the energy level increases the risk of adverse effects 5 If you see adverse effects such as severe redness or blistering stop the test immediately 6 Wait 48 hours and examine the tested area If the skin in the test area seems normal no response or mild ...

Page 17: ...e followed by blinking green which indicates the device is in standby mode Unplug the device after each treatment session CAUTION Do not overlap pulses in the same spot Repeated pulses on the same spot may cause burns Do not treat the same area of skin more than once per treatment as it may cause skin irritation Application methods Treat the skin in rows which enables you to keep track of the area...

Page 18: ...s of the face below the cheek bones such as the upper lip cheeks jaw chin and neck 1 You must carry out a skin sensitivity test 48 hours befo re treatment Perform the skin sensitivity test on an area without hair such as below the ear or on the side of the neck to determine the suitable energy level Do not treat the tested facial area for at least one week after perfor ming the skin sensitivity te...

Page 19: ...tes of direct exposure to the sun If the treated skin is exposed to sunlight during this period sun protection with SPF 30 or higher must be applied Do not remove hair on the treated areas using wax or tweezers Remember that it may take a complete hair growth cycle for hair removal to be complete Treatment Frequency Body Hair Color Light Brown to Brown Brown to Black Fitzpatrick Skin Level 1 4 inc...

Page 20: ...ess of the Pulse Button The light will not harm the eyes when the device is applied with full contact to the skin A popping noise with each pulse A sensation of heat radiating from the treated area after each pulse Some mild red or pink coloration during and just after treatment After Treatment Apply a soothing lotion such as aloe Remember that hair may take up to two weeks to fall out if the hair...

Page 21: ... the electrical outlet wait 10 seconds and then reconnect it to reset the device If you still have problems contact Customer Service Frequently Asked Questions Does the device technology really work Yes In clinical tests performed by doctors the technology in the Beurer PureSkin Pro System was proven to achieve lasting hair removal results However the results may vary depending on the hair growth ...

Page 22: ...moval sessions Can I use the device on brown or black skin The device is not effective on naturally dark skin The device is a light based device that removes undesired hair by means of the selective treatment of the hair pigment A different amount of pigment is present in the surrounding skin tissue The amount of pigment in the skin of any given person which can be seen by the color of the skin de...

Page 23: ...auticians and doctors who use light and laser based hair removal devices It is possible that some hairs grow back thinner and finer after hair removal using the device Normally these hairs are a mere fraction of those that were there originally and further treatment can have the desired effect on them Why can t I perform a treatment when I have an active tan Do not use the device on tanned skin or...

Page 24: ...eatment The treated skin surface can be cleaned and cared for using commercially available skin care products Takeparticular care to avoid unprotected exposure to the sun for up to 48 hours after the treatment Sunblock with a high sun protection factor 30 and clothing that covers the area will provide sufficient protection from the sun 12 Technical Specifications Emitted light spectrum 475nm 1 200...

Page 25: ...Beurer shall carry out a repair or a replacement delivery free of charge in accordance with these warranty conditions If the buyer wishes to make a warranty claim they should approach their local retailer in the first instance see the attached International Service list of service addresses The buyer will then receive further information about the processing of the warranty claim e g where they ca...

Page 26: ...g from a fault in this product however in this case claims may exist arising from product liability or other compulsory statutory liability provisions Repairs or an exchange in full do not extend the warranty period under any circumstances Manufacturer Home Well Trading Ltd Omar Hodge Building Road town Tortola VG 1110 British Virgin Islands Made in China Subject to errors and changes ...

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