Preparing for use, 7english – Remington IPL6000F User Manual

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•  Do not use if you are already undertaking permanent hair removal treatments.

•  Do not use if you have a skin disease such as active skin cancer, if you have a history of skin cancer or

any other localized cancer in the areas to be treated, or if you have pre-cancerous lesions or multiple

atypical moles in the areas to be treated.

•  Do not use if you have epilepsy with flashlight sensitivity.

•  Do not use if you have a history of collagen disorder, including a history of keloid scar formation or a

history of poor wound healing.

•  Do not use if you have a history of vascular disorder, such as the presence of varicose veins or vascular

ectasia in the areas to be treated.

•  Do not use if your skin is sensitive to light and causes a rash or an allergic reaction. If you are taking

photosensitising agents or medications, check the package insert of the medicine. Never use the unit

if it can cause photo-allergic reactions or phototoxic reactions or if you should avoid sun whilst taking

a

medication.

•  Do not use if you have diabetes, lupus erythematodes, porphyria or congestive heart disease.

•  Do not use on areas of your skin which are currently being treated with or have recently been treated

with Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs), topical isotretinoin and azelaic acid.

•  Do not use if you have taken oral isotretinoin accutane or aoaccutane in the last six months. This

treatment can make skin more susceptible to tears, wounds and irritations.

•  Do not use if you have any bleeding disorder or take anticoagulation medications, including heavy use

of aspirin, in a manner which does not allow for a minimum 1-week washout period prior to

each

treatment.

•  Do not use if you have infections, eczema, burns, inflamed follicles, open lacerations, abrasions,

surgeries, herpes simplex, wounds or lesions and haematomas in the areas to be treated.

•  Do not use on the face if you have a history of cold sores; use of IPL or any treatment that irritates skin

can cuase a recurrence of cold sores.

•  Do not use if you have a history of immunosuppressive disease (including HIV infection or AIDS) or if

you take immunosuppressive medications.

•  Do not use when you are on painkillers, which reduce the sensitivity to heat.

•  Do not use if you use long-lasting deodorants. This can result in skin reactions.

•  Do not use over or near anything artificial such as silicon implants, Implanon contraceptive implants,

pacemakers, subcutaneous injection ports (insulin dispenser) or piercings.

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PREPARING FOR USE

, Familiarise yourself with the features of your new i-Light device

The i-Light PRO system is a revolutionary light-based device designed for the removal of unwanted body

hair and female facial hair at home.
, Flash Window (fig. 1-12)

The Flash Window is a filtered glass window with built-in UV protection that allows specific wavelengths

of light to pass from the hand piece to your skin and hair follicles.

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WARNING: always inspect the Flash Window before use to ensure there is no damage to the lens.

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