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Do not use the device under any circumstances in the following areas:
• On mucous membranes in the nose or throat area.
• On or next to an active implant, such as a pacemaker or a device for incontinence, insu-
lin pump, etc.
• On the face above the cheekbones, around the eyes, eyebrows or eyelashes,
as this could result in severe damage to the eyes.
• On nipples, areolae, inner labia, vagina, anus, nose and ears.
• Men must never use the device on the scrotum or face.
• On piercings or other metal objects, such as earrings or jewellery.
• On tattoos or permanent make-up in the area to be treated.
• On dark brown or black patches, such as large freckles, birthmarks, moles, blisters or
warts.
• On eczema, psoriasis, lesions, open wounds or acute infections. Wait until the affected
area has healed before using the device.
• On damaged or cracked skin or in areas at risk of malignancy.
• On an area of your body where you may like to have hair in the future.
This list is not exhaustive.
If you take prescription medicine, are monitored regularly due to an illness and/or are
unsure whether the device is safe for you to use, consult your doctor or dermatolo-
gist before using the device.
Possible side effects:
If the device is used in accordance with these instructions for use, side effects and compli-
cations rarely occur in relation to the use of the device.
• After treatment, it is possible that the skin will be slightly red, itchy or warm to the touch.
These reactions are harmless and will quickly wear off.
• For a short time, you may experience a skin reaction similar to sunburn on the treated area.
If this reaction does not wear off within three days, consult a doctor.
• Dry or irritated skin may occur as a result of shaving or a combination of shaving and light
therapy. This reaction is harmless and will wear off within a few days. If you wish, you can
cool the affected area with some ice or a damp cloth.
• If the skin continues to be too dry, you can apply an unscented moisturising cream 24
hours after treatment.
• In rare cases, the treated skin can become very red and swollen. This is usually because
the intensity level you selected was too high and is more likely to occur in sensitive parts
of the body. Reddening and swelling should subside within two to seven days and should
be treated by frequent application of ice. Gentle cleaning is OK, but you should avoid
exposure to the sun.
• Discolouration of the skin is very rare and appears as darker or lighter patches on the af-
fected skin area. It can be caused by using an intensity level that is too high for your skin
tone. If the discolouration does not subside within two weeks, consult a doctor. Do not
treat the discoloured areas again until the discolouration has fully disappeared.
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