Device Overview; Contraindications - Philips Lumea IPL 8000 Series Manual

Device overview

Contraindications

Conditions
Medications/History
1 Light exit window with integrated UV filter
2 Attachments
a Body attachment
b Underarm attachment
c Bikini attachment
d Facial attachment
3 SmartSkin sensor
4 Integrated safety system
5 Reflector inside the attachment
6 Electronic contacts
7 Opening for electronic contacts
8 Flash button
9 On/off button
10 Confirmation button
11 Toggle buttons
12 Intensity lights
13 SmartSkin button
14 'READY to flash' light
15 Air vents
16 Device socket
17 Adapter
18 Small plug
19 Pouch (not shown)
20 Cleaning cloth (not shown)
Never use the device:
- If you have skin type VI (you rarely to never sunburn, very dark tanning). In
this case you run a high risk of developing skin reactions, such as
hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation, strong redness or burns.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding as the device was not tested on
pregnant or breastfeeding women.
- If you have any active implants such as a pacemaker, neurostimulator,
insulin pump etc.
Never use the device if you take any of the medications listed below:
- If your skin is currently being treated with or has recently been treated in
the past week with Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Beta-Hydroxy Acids
(BHAs), topical isotretinoin and azelaic acid.
- If you have taken any form of isotretinoin Accutane or Roaccutane in the
last six months. This treatment can make skin more susceptible to tears,
wounds and irritations.
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