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Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro under any circumstances if you are taking any of the
following medication:
• If you are taking medication that makes the skin more sensitive to light, including non-steroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs (for example, aspirin, ibuprofen, paracetamol), tetracyclines, phenothiazines,
thiazide diuretics, sulphonylurea, sulfonamide, DTIC, fluorouracil, vinblastine, griseofulvin, alpha
hydroxy acids (AHAs), beta hydroxy acids (BHAs), Retin-A
• If you are undergoing or recently underwent treatment with azelaic acid.
• If you have taken tetracycline antibiotics in the past two weeks.
• If you have been treated with Accutane® (isotretinoin) in the past six months.
• If you have been on a course of steroids in the past three months.
• If you have had a skin exfoliation treatment or other skin smoothing procedure in the last six to eight
weeks.
• If you have undergone radiation or chemotherapy in the past three months.
Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro under any circumstances in the following areas:
• On mucous membranes in the ear or nose area.
• On or next to an active implant, such as a pacemaker or a device for incontinence, insulin pump, etc.
• On the face above the cheekbones, around the eyes, eyebrows or eyelashes for women, as this
could result in severe damage to the eyes.
• On the whole face and neck for men.
• On nipples, genitals (male or female) or around the anus.
• On piercings or other metal objects, such as earrings or jewellery.
• On tattoos or permanent make-up in the area to be treated.
• On dark brown or black patches, such as large freckles, birthmarks, moles, blisters or warts.
• On eczema, psoriasis, lesions, open wounds or acute infections. Wait until the affected area has
healed before using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro.
• On damaged or cracked skin or in areas at risk of malignancy.
• On an area of your body where you may like to have hair in the future.
Warning to sunbathers before and after treatment!
Sunbathing before treatment
1. After sunbathing, wait at least two weeks before using the device.
2. Before treatment, check the skin for signs of sunburn. If you have sunburn that has not healed, wait until
it has completely healed to use the device.
3. Carry out a skin sensitivity test on the tanned skin (see Chapter 7, step 2) to determine which energy
intensity is right for you.
Sunbathing after treatment
1. After treatment, wait at least 48 hours before sunbathing. Skin that is still reddened must be kept out
of the sun.
2. For the first two weeks after the treatment, the treated skin must be covered with clothing or sunscreen
(at least SPF 30) when you are out in the sun.
Tanning with artificial light
The instructions for "sunbathing before treatment" and "sunbathing after treatment" also apply to tanning
using an artificial light and tanning lotion.
Do not use the device 24 hours before or after using a sauna/swimming pool, as the chlorine may
lead to skin irritation.
Note
This list is not exhaustive. If you are unsure as to whether it is safe for you to use the beurer
Velvet Skin Pro, seek advice from your doctor or dermatologist.
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