Possible Side Effects - Silk'n 7 Bedienungsanleitung

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Individual response depends on hair type as well as biological factors that may affect hair growth patterns. Some
users may respond quicker or slower than the average number of treatments.
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One cannot expect permanent hair removal in a single or even double treatment sessions. The duration of the
resting period for hair follicles also depends on the body area.
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5.2 Possible side effects

When used according to the instructions, side effects and complications associated with the use
of the device are uncommon. However, every cosmetic procedure, including those designed for
home use, involves some degree of risk. Therefore, it is important that you understand and accept
the risks and complications that can occur with pulsed light hair removal systems designed for
home use.
There is a minor risk that stacking or overlapping of multiple pulses on the same skin spot may
have some adverse effects.
Minor skin discomfort
Home pulsed light hair removal is generally well-tolerated. However, some users feel mild
discomfort during use. This is best described as a mild stinging sensation on the treated skin
areas. The stinging sensation may last during or after treatment.
This means that you should use the device at a lower energy level, and if that doesn't help, you
should stop using the device.
Skin redness
Your skin may become red immediately after using the device or within 24 hours. Redness
generally clears up within 24 hours. See your doctor if redness does not go away within 2
to 3 days.
Make sure you use the energy level that is comfortable for you and suitable for your skin colour.
Increased sensitivity of the skin
The skin of the treated area is more sensitive so you may encounter dryness or flaking of the skin.
Pigment changes
The device targets the hair shaft, in particular the pigmented cells in the hair follicle and the hair
follicle itself. Nevertheless there is a risk of temporary hyper-pigmentation (increased pigment or
brown discolouration) or hypo-pigmentation (whitening) to the surrounding skin. Risk of changes
in skin pigmentation is higher for people with darker skin tones or heavily tanned skin. Usually
discolouration or changes to skin pigment are temporary, and permanent hyper-pigmentation or
hypo-pigmentation are rare.
Excessive redness and swelling
In rare cases, treated skin may become very red and swollen. This is more common in sensitive
areas of the body. The redness and swelling should subside within 2 to 7 days and should be
treated with frequent applications of ice. Gentle cleansing is OK, but avoid exposure to the sun.
Blisters or burns; skin wounds
It is very unusual but blister, burns or wounds to the skin may occur following a treatment. These
can require a few weeks to heal, and in very rare cases, may leave a noticeable scar.
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