Braun Silk-expert Mini PL1 6034 Bedienungsanleitung Seite 14

• if your skin has been artificially or naturally tanned recently. Your skin may be
sensitive following sun exposure and particularly susceptible to side effects of
IPL treatment (e.g. burn, blister, discolour or scar to your skin). Also, avoid
unprotected exposure to direct sunlight after your IPL treatment.
Certain conditions can also prohibit the use of this device.
Do not use the device if any of the following applies:
• You have a chronic medical condition.
• You have a chronic skin disease (e.g. psoriasis or vitiligo) or damaged skin (e.g.
sunburn, cuts, open wounds or active infections) in the areas you wish to treat.
• You have varicose veins in the area you wish to treat.
• You have a known sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity) or are taking
medication that may make the skin more sensitive (e.g. Retin A, Accutane and/or
other topical retinoids).
• You have had a professional skin peel treatment on the area you wish to treat.
• You have any of the above, this device may injure your skin or make existing
conditions worse. You may experience side effects such as burns, blisters and
skin color changes (hyper- or hypo-pigmentation) or scarring.
If you are unsure whether this device is safe for you to use, please consult your
physician or dermatologist.
If you take any kind of medication regularly and over a long period of time, please
consult your physician for any potential impact on skin sensitivity to light.
Warnings
Do not use on ...
• scalp, eyebrows or anywhere near or around the eyes. Use in these areas may
permanently damage your eyes.
• a tattoo or permanent makeup in the treatment area.
• nipples, genitals or around the anus. These areas may have a darker skin color
and/or greater hair density and using the device in these areas may cause
discomfort/pain or injure your skin.
• dark brown or black spots such as freckles, birthmarks, moles or warts in the
treatment area.
• beard / facial hair for men.
Do not use more than once a week on the same area. Damage of skin may occur
after prolonged or repeated treatment on one site.
It is not recommended to use this device on areas where dermal fillers are present.
Eye safety
Do not look directly into the glass filter (3) or attempt to activate the device toward
the eyes. To protect the safety of your eyes and those of individuals nearby, the
treatment window (1) is provided with a safety system:
The device will only flash when the entire front surface is placed against your skin.
If at any time the device flashes when the front surface is NOT in contact with the
skin, STOP use immediately and contact your retailer.
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