General information on epilation Silk·épil is designed to epilate hair on legs, but use tests monitored by dermatologists have confirmed that you can also safely epilate the underarm, the bikini line and the face.
All methods of hair removal at the root can lead to
This is a normal reaction and should quickly disappear, but may be stronger when you are removing hair at the root for the first few times or if you have sensitive skin. Using the cooling application will help to prevent irritation.
If, after 36 hours, the skin still shows irritation, we recommend that you contact your physician.
In general, the skin reaction and the sensation of pain tend to diminish considerably with the repeated use of Silk·épil.
In some cases inflammation of the skin could occur when bacteria penetrate the skin (e.g. when sliding the appliance over the skin). Thorough cleaning of the epila- tion head before each use will minimise the risk of infection.
If you have any doubts about using this appliance, please consult your physician. In the following cases, this appliance should only be used after prior consulta- tion with a physician:
–eczema, wounds, inflamed skin reactions such as folliculitis (purulent hair follicles) and varicose veins
–around moles
–reduced immunity of the skin, e.g. diabetes mellitus, during pregnancy, Raynaud’s disease
–haemophilia or immune deficiency.
Some useful tips
Epilation is easier and more comfortable when the hair is at the optimum length of
When epilating for the first time, it is advisable to epilate in the evening, so that any possible reddening can disappear overnight. To relax the skin we recom- mend applying a moisture cream after epilation.
Fine hair which
It is a fact that hair
Description (see page 4)
1a Pain softener
1b Efficiency Pro cap
2Epilation head
3Release buttons
4Switch with incorporated SmartLight
5Socket for cord connector
6Cord connector
712 V transformer plug
8Underarm head
9Facial head
10Facial cleansing wipes
11Cool & Soothe set
(gel pack (a), cooling glove (b))
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