Silkn FLASH&GO LUX 120K FGL125PE2001 [10/212] Possible side effects using silk n flash go

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7. Possible side effects using Silk’n Flash&Go™

When used according to the instructions, side eects and complications associated with use of Silk’n Flash&Go™

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.

Adverse Reaction

Degree

of Risk

Minor Skin Discomfort –

Although home pulsed light hair removal is generally very well-tolerated, most users do feel

some mild discomfort during use, usually described as being a mild stinging sensation on

the treated skin areas. The stinging sensation usually lasts during the time of the application

itself or for a few minutes thereafter.

Anything beyond this minor discomfort is abnormal and means that either you should not

continue to use Silk’n Flash&Go™ because you are unable to tolerate the hair removal

application, or that the energy level setting is too high.

Minor

Skin Redness –

Your skin may become red right after using Silk’n Flash&Go™ or within 24 hours of using

Silk’n Flash&Go™. Redness generally clears up within 24 hours. See your doctor if redness

does not go away within 2 to 3 days.

Minor

Increased Sensitivity to Skin –

The skin of the treated area is more sensitive so you may encounter dryness or ﬂaking of the skin.

Minor

Pigment Changes –

Silk’n Flash&Go™ targets the hair shaft, in particular the pigmented cells in the hair follicle

and the hair follicle itself. Nevertheless there is risk of temporary hyperpigmentation

(increased pigment or brown discoloration) or hypopigmentation (whitening) to the

surrounding skin. This risk of changes in skin pigmentation is higher for people with darker

skin tones. Usually discoloration or changes to skin pigment are temporary and permanent

hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation rarely occur.

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 one should

avoid exposure to sun.

Rare