HoMedics ELLE MACPHERSON THE BODY Instruction Manual page 2

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QUICK START GUIDE
What is IPL?
IPL is a home-use for the permanent reduction of hair growth based on Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) technology
that is found in salons across the globe. It is a non-invasive device which works below the skin's surface and
therefore does not involve any cutting or pulling, reducing hair growth with minimal pain!
Please read all instructions and safety precautions carefully prior to use.
• IPL should ideally be used on the legs, underarms, bikini line, chest, stomach, arms and on the face below
the check bones (not for use on the face by men).
• Do not use the IPL over mucous membranes i.e nose and ears.
• Do not use IPL over piercing or any metal items such as earrings or jewelry.
• Do not use IPL on tanned skin during 4 weeks after sun exposure (more than 15 minutes in direct sunlight
without protection) as this can cause serious burns or skin injury.
• Avoid more than 15 minutes of direct sun exposure for at least 2 weeks post treatment. If recently treated
skin is exposed to sunlight in this period of time, make sure to apply SPF 30 or higher sunscreens.
• Do a spot test on a small patch of skin in the intended treatment area, 48 hours prior to first use of the IPL
(see spot test chapter).
• Do not use IPL on naturally dark skin (see guide on box and on page 10).
• Keep out of children's reach.
• The IPL is to be used for hair reduction purposes only. Do not use it for any other purpose.
• Use the IPL only according to the instructions for use.
IPL set-up
1. Remove all components from the box (base unit, applicator and power cord).
2. Make sure the replaceable lamp cartridge is placed correctly into the applicator.
3. Plug the power cord to the IPL base unit.
4. Only after plugging the power cord to the base unit, plug the other end of the power cord into the
electrical outlet.
Using the IPL for the first time
1. Prior to use, make sure your skin is shaved, clean and dry (free of any residue such as powders, creams,
makeup, antiperspirants or deodorants).
Warning! NEVER use flammable liquids such as alcohol or acetone to clean the skin before using the IPL.
2. When switching on the device always use the black switch by the power socket on the side of the device,
this will turn the device on. The standby button on top of the device can be used to turn off the product
after use.
3. The device sets itself on the lowest energy level. Use the energy level "-" and "+" buttons to decrease or
increase the energy level to reach the level determined in the spot test and according to your convenience.
The energy level lights will light up green according to the selected step.
4. Place the applicator treatment window on the required treatment area with full contact to the skin (the
applicator will not trigger a pulse if there is no full skin contact).
5. Once the applicator is correctly placed, Press the trigger button. You will see a bright flash, hear a popping
noise and you may feel a mild stinging or/and heat sensation. Within 3 seconds the device will be ready for
the next pulse and the indicator light on the applicator will be solid green.
6. Remove the applicator from the skin and place it on the next spot of the treated area. When replacing the
applicator, make sure there are no gaps or overlaps in the treated area.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until all the chosen area has been treated.
NB: If the device is left on but not used for 5 minutes it will automatically switch itself off. If this has
happened, press the black button next to the power cord socket to turn the device back on.
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