Warnings - Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 Manual

DO NOT expose treated areas to the sun. Wait at least 7 days after treatment before
exposing treated skin to direct sunlight. Your skin may be extra sensitive following
IPL treatment and particularly susceptible to sunburn. Apply sunscreen (SPF 15 or
greater) to the treated area or cover the treated area with suitable clothing.
DO NOT use the device directly on the nipples, genitals or around the anus. These
areas may have a darker skin color and/or greater hair density. Using the device in
these areas may cause discomfort/pain or injure (burn, discolor or scar) your skin.
DO NOT use the device if you have a history of skin cancer or pre-cancerous
lesions (e.g. nevi or a large number of moles).
DO NOT use if you are pregnant, lactating, as this device has not been tested with
these individuals.
DO NOT use on dark brown or black spots such as birthmarks, moles or warts in
the area you wish to treat. Using the device may injure your skin or make existing
conditions worse. You may experience side effects such as burns, blisters and skin
color changes or scarring.
DO NOT use if you have any skin condition in the treatment area, including psoriasis,
vitiligo, eczema, acne, herpes simplex or active infections or wounds.
DO NOT use if you are under the age of 18 as this device has not been tested on
these individuals.
DO NOT use on tattoos or permanent make up in the treatment area.
DO NOT use on beard/facial hair for men.

3.2 Warnings

DO NOT use if you have a known sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity) or are
taking a medication that causes photosensitivity e.g., certain antibiotics such as
tetracycline, NSAIDS such as ibuprofen or retinoids such as Accutane and/or
topical retinoids such as Retin A. Always check the instructions that come with your
medical products to see if photosensitivity is listed as a side effect. Using the Silk
Expert device on photosensitive skin could result in skin damage including blisters
and swelling.
Women who are using the Silk·expert Pro5 on the face:
DO NOT use if you have had a skin peel treatment on the area of the face you wish
to treat. You should wait 30 days after a skin peel before treating.
DO NOT use if you have had a laser skin resurfacing procedure on the area of the
face you wish to treat. You should wait 6 months following a laser skin resurfacing
procedure before treating.
EYE SAFETY
The device emits flashes of Intense Pulsed Light. Direct exposure is potentially
harmful to your eyes. Take care to follow the safety precautions below.
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