Braun PL3233 Manual page 9

• If any pigment changes in the skin, e.g., lightening or darkening, are observed, stop using the device.
Seek medical advice to determine the cause which may be due to an underlying medical condition.
Treatment plan
Start-up phase
Maintenance treatment
The typical hair growth cycle varies between individuals and could take up to 16 months depending on
body area (underarm, lower leg, bikini area). Since only hairs in their growing phase are susceptible to
treatment with light, it is important to do multiple treatments to achieve continuously smooth skin. For this
reason, we recommend a start-up phase with one treatment per week over a period of 4 -12 weeks.
In case you no longer see hair growing, you do not need to complete the full 12 weekly treatments. You can
switch to the maintenance treatments.
After treatment
Once you have completed your treatment, unplug the power supply from the electrical outlet.
After treatment, we recommend using sunscreen SPF >15 whenever treated areas may be exposed to the
sun. We recommend avoiding exposure to artificial light sources, such as tanning booths or solariums.
Avoid any activity or skin products that may irritate your skin for 24 hours after treatment. This includes
using hot tubs or saunas, wearing tight-fitting clothing, using bleaching creams, perfumed products or
exfoliation products. The above may cause irritation, such as itching and redness, in the treated areas.
Cleaning and storage
After each treatment, the skin tone sensors (2) and the treatment window (1) should be inspected for
damage and wiped down with a dry, lint free cloth. If any marks or black spots are seen, clean them off
straight away. Do not touch or clean the glass filter (9) immediately after use to allow it to cool down.
Do not rinse or immerse the device in water or any other liquid.
To ensure maximum performance, keep the heads (10, 11, 12) with their built-in reflectors free from dirt,
hair or other debris. Do not clean in water, but use a dry cloth for cleaning them carefully.
Store the device in a cool, dry place. Make sure the treatment window and skin sensors are protected from
damage.
Possible side effects
Some people will experience slight discomfort (e.g. heat or redness of the skin) when using the device –
this is normal. You may feel heat and tingling when activating the flash, followed by redness in the skin.
This type of reaction usually disappears within 24 hours. Adverse reactions are usually immediate or
appear within 24 hours. In rare cases, they may take up to 72 hours to appear. If you experience abnormal
skin reactions please contact your physician.
Side effect
Warm feeling or tingling sensations during
treatment which typically disappear after a few
seconds to a minute and decrease with continued
use.
Discomfort or pain is intense during treatment or
persists after a treatment.
Skin redness during or after treatment which
disappears within minutes to several hours.
Skin redness which does not go away within
24 - 48 hours after treatment.
1 treatment per week (4-12 weeks)
continue treating to your needs, e.g.
every 1-2 months.
How to assess and react
This is expected and normal for all IPL treatments.
You can keep on using the device as instructed.
Stop using the device and consult your physician
before using it again.
This is expected and normal for all IPL treatments.
You can keep on using the device as instructed
once skin redness has disappeared.
Stop using the device and consult your physician
before using it again.
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