Do you have a question about the Rio Intense Pulsed Light and is the answer not in the manual?
Read instructions, retain; appliance use by children and avoiding eye contact.
Precautions on flammable materials, wet areas, water; unsuitable skin tones and hair colours.
Lists areas and skin conditions, like tattoos or moles, where treatment is prohibited.
Details health issues like pregnancy, epilepsy, diabetes, or skin cancer preventing use.
Explains IPL technology and its suitability for various body areas for long-term hair removal.
Identifies keyswitch, power buttons, indicators, bulb life indicator, and power socket.
Details components like the IPL button, treatment cartridge, skin sensors, razor, and keys.
Visual guide for identifying skin tones and their suitability for IPL treatment.
A flowchart outlining the steps from reading warnings to post-treatment checks.
Explains how to conduct a patch test and interpret results for safe treatment.
Guidance on pre-treatment steps and how to safely increase power levels.
Steps for shaving the area, connecting power, and turning the unit ON.
Procedure for entering the security code to enable the device.
Steps for placing the wand, ensuring contact, and initiating the treatment flash.
Describes self-checks after flashing and how to increase power for subsequent treatments.
Explains error codes for overheat, fan issues, and energy saving mode with corresponding solutions.
How to turn off audio indications (beeps) on the device.
Instructions for wrapping and storing the wand cable neatly.
Details on safe facial areas and restrictions around eyes and lips.
Guidance on using indentation marks and eyeliner for complete treatment coverage.
Information on when the bulb needs changing based on the indicator light.
Detailed steps for turning off the unit, removing the old cartridge, and installing a new one.
Completing the cartridge change process and ensuring the unit is ready for use.
Explanation of the Anagen, Catagen, and Telogen phases of hair growth.
Discusses factors like age, hormones, and growth phases affecting treatment requirements.
Provides a table detailing follicle density, resting phase, and active growth for different body sites.
Guidance on cleaning skin, shaving hair, and what areas can be treated.
Describes what the IPL treatment feels like, including potential discomfort.
Addresses using IPL on sensitive skin and typical skin appearance changes after treatment.
Advice on avoiding sun exposure and determining the frequency of repeat treatments.
Suggests soothing lotions, ice packs, and avoiding soap or antiperspirant post-treatment.
Estimates the number of treatments needed for long-term results based on hair and skin factors.
Discusses compatibility with other methods and differentiates IPL from laser technology.
Details the treatment area dimensions and the necessity of shaving.
Lists safety features like keylock, skin sensors, safety light, UV filter, and over-temperature detection.
Describes possible side effects such as skin reddening or lightening after treatment.
Covers storing the key, avoiding discomfort, ventilation, and not overriding safety features.
Guidance on cleaning the unit, aperture, and the importance of using the correct power lead.
Information on disposing of the product and cartridge according to WEEE Directive.
Provides customer care contact details and warranty registration website.
Details technical specifications like light source, treatment area, input, temperature, and humidity ranges.
| Corded or Cordless | Corded |
|---|---|
| Type | Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) |
| Usage | Hair Removal |
| Light Source | Xenon Lamp |
| Treatment Areas | Legs, Arms, Underarms, Bikini Line, Face |
| Intensity Levels | 5 |
| Treatment Time | Varies by Area |
| Skin Tone Compatibility | I-V (Fitzpatrick Scale) |