Contraindications:
Silk'n Glide is not designed for everyone. Hair removal by lasers or intense pulsed light sourced can cause increased hair growth in some individuals. Based upon currently available data, the highest risk groups for this response are females of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and South Asian heritage treated on the face and neck.
Do not use :
- On the naturally darkest skin complexion (check box for details)
- On energy levels 2-5 on tanned skin or after recent sun exposure. Do not expose the treated areas to the sun
- Never use Silk'n Glide around or near the eyes
- Do not treat on tattoos or permanent make-up, dark brown or black spots (such as large freckles, birth marks, moles or warts), nipples, genitals or lips
- Do not treat on active eczema, psoriasis, lesions, open wounds or infections (cold sores), abnormal skin conditions caused by systemic or metabolic diseases (diabetes for example)
- A treatment area that has history of herpes outbreaks
- If you are pregnant or nursing
- Do not treat on areas where you might want hair to grow - results are permanent
- Keep the device away from water
- Do not attempt to open or repair your Silk'n Glide device - stop using immediately if the device or cord are damaged or not working properly