HoMedics DUO LITE Manuel D'instructions page 3

P O S S I B L E S I D E E F F E C T S :
When using Duo Lite according to the instructions for use, side effects are rare. Please ensure
you treat using an appropriate energy level (See instructions for Use) to decrease the likelihood of
experiencing side effects. However, every cosmetic procedure including the usage of home use
devices may cause some degree of side effects:
Minor Side-Effects • Irritation/redness - if it does not fade within 24 hours, seek medical advice
• Sun Sensitivity - avoid more than 15 minutes direct sun exposure for at
least 2 weeks post treatment
Rare Side-Effects • Burns
• Scarring
Seek medical advice • Pigment Changes
should any of these
• Excessive Redness
occur
• Swelling
Extremely Rare Side- • Infection
Effects
• Bruising
Seek medical advice
should any of these
occur
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PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAREFULLY PRIOR TO USE.
• Duo Lite should ideally be used on the legs, underarms, bikini line, chest, stomach, arms and on
the face below the cheek bones (not for use on the face by men).
• Do not use the device over piercing or any metal items such as earrings or jewelry.
• Do not use the device on tanned skin during 4 weeks after sun exposure (more than 15 minutes in
direct sunlight without protection) as this can cause serious burns or skin injury.
• Avoid more than 15 minutes of direct sun exposure for at least 2 weeks post treatment. If recently
treated skin is exposed to sunlight in this period of time, make sure to apply SPF 30 or higher
sunscreens.
• Do a spot test on a small patch of skin in the intended treatment area, 48 hours prior to first use of
the IPL (See instructions for Use).
• Do not use the device on naturally dark skin (see instructions for use).
• Keep out of children's reach.
• The device is to be used for hair reduction purposes only. Do not use it for any other purpose.
• Use Duo Lite only according to the instructions for use.
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