Warnings And Safety Precautions - HoMedics ELLE MACPHERSON THE BODY Instruction Manual

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WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When shouldn't IPL be used?
• Pregnant or nursing women must avoid the use of the IPL.
• Do not use the device if you have skin cancer or on areas at risk of malignancy.
• Do not use the IPL if you suffer from epilepsy.
• Do not use the IPL if you are/were under radiation therapy or chemotherapy within the past 3 months.
• Do not use the IPL if you have an active implant such as a pacemaker, insulin pumps, or similar devices.
• Do not use on damaged or broken skin or if you have a history of Herpes or Psoriasis outbreak in the
treatment area.
• Do not use if you suffer from kelodial scar formation.
• Do not use if you have taken Tetracycline antibiotics within the last two weeks.
• Do not use if you have been taking medication with the following active ingredients within the last two
weeks: Retinoids, Accutane and Retin-A.
• Do not use the IPL if you are photosensitive or have other diseases related to light sensitivity.
• Do not use if you suffer from metabolic conditions, such as diabetes.
• Do not use if you have had a skin peel or other skin resurfacing procedure within the last 6 – 8 weeks.
• Do not use the IPL if you were exposed to strong sunlight or an artificial tanning machine during the past
30 days.
• Do not use the IPL if you have dark spots such as large freckles, moles or blisters on the treatment area.
• NEVER use flammable liquids such as alcohol or acetone to clean the skin before using IPL.
• Do not use the IPL on the face above the cheek line; around the eyes, eyebrows or eyelashes as this could
cause serious eye damage.
• Do not use the IPL over mucous membranes as in the nose and ears
• Do not use IPL over piercing or any metal items such as earrings or jewelry.
• The IPL s should not be used on tattoos, permanent make up and intimate body parts such as nipples,
genitalia or around the anus.
• If you see extreme redness of the skin, blistering, or burns STOP USE IMMEDIATELY!
• Do not leave the device unattended when plugged into an electrical outlet.
• Do not look directly at the light coming from the applicator and the lamp cartridge.
• Do not use the device for any purpose other than hair reduction.
• Use of the IPL may cause temporary skin color changes.
• Do not open or repair the device as it contains dangerous electrical components which may cause physical
damage.
• Do not use the IPL with any additional accessories that are not part of its intended use.
CAUTION:
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
unless they have been instructed by a person responsible for their safety, according to the instructions for
use.
• KEEP OUT OF CHILDREN'S REACH.
Warning!
Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
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