Rio Salon Laser Tweezer User manual

user guide
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Rio, Dezac and Salon Laser Tweezer are trademarks of The Dezac Group Ltd. © The Dezac Group Ltd 2012
Manufactured by The Dezac Group Ltd, PO Box 17, Cheltenham, England GL53 7ET
1-IN-LATW-UK/2.0
This product MUST
be used responsibly
Read all instructions
thoroughly before
use and retain for
future reference
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If you have any questions, or if you experience any difficulties please call our
Rio Careline on: 01242 702345 or email us at: [email protected]
808nm wavelength
Wearing laser safety goggles is
unnecessary as the product has been
designed with inbuilt safety features.
CLASS 1 PRODUCT
CONTAINING
CLASS 3B LASER
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•Read all instructions thoroughly
and retain for future reference.
•Thisappliancecanbeusedbychildren
aged8yearsandaboveandpersons
with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of
experienceandknowledgeiftheyhave
beengivensupervisionorinstruction
concerningtheuseoftheappliance
in a safe way and understand the
hazardsinvolved.Childrenshallnot
playwiththeappliance.Cleaningand
maintenance shall not be made by
childrenwithoutsupervision.
•NotsuitableforAfro-Caribbeanor
blackskincomplexions.Notsuitable
forgreyhair.
•DoNOTtreatthefollowingareas:
Tattoos,pimples,warts,blackspots,
birthmarks,burns,nipples,eczema,
eyelashesorhairneartheeyes.
•DoNOTtreatthesamehair/area
repeatedlyinanyonesession.
•DoNOTuseafterdrinkingalcoholor
ifyouarefeelingunwellorfatigued.
•DoNOTusenearammable
materials.
WARNINGS
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•DoNOToverrideanysafetyfeatures
oropentheunit.
•Onlyusewiththepoweradapter
supplied.
Note
•Laserhairremovalshouldnot
causediscomfort.Ifyoufeelany
discomfortorsorenessthesetting
maybetoohighoryourskintone
(colour)isnotsuitableforusewith
thisproduct.
•Powerlevelsshouldbeselected
basedonyourskintypeasdenedin
the‘FitzpatrickSkinTypes’section.
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INTRODUCTION
Laser hair treatment gives a long term solution to permanent hair reduction. Treating hairs
to kill the hair root permanently has a high success rate, giving lasting results. This guide
will help you to achieve the hair reduction you are looking for, so please read it carefully.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please call our customer care representatives
on 01242 702345. They will be delighted to help you get the best results from your
Salon Laser Tweezer.
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1Wand
2DC power socket (on the back)
3Keyswitch
4Enable button
5Power level increase button (+)
6Power level decrease button (-)
7Power level indicators
8Wand - treatment button
9Laser Shroud
0Wand - Skin sensors
!Wand - Orange light
@Wand - White light
£Laser aperture
$Mains adapter
%Keys
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5
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HOW DO LASERS WORK?
Lasers deliver an intense beam of light which are made
up of a single wavelength or colour. Skin is essentially
transparent to light in the wavelength range of 600-1100nm
(nano meters), while melanin containing structures will
absorb laser energy of this wavelength. It is therefore
possible to target the hair follicle which has a concentration
of melanin without affecting the surrounding area.
The light energy absorbed by the melanin pigment results
in the rapid heating up of the hair follicle. This heat destroys
the cells (papilla) responsible for hair growth. If adequate
heating is achieved, then the follicle is permanently
disabled resulting in a permanent reduction in hair growth.
SUITABLE SKIN TYPES
Melanin in the epidermis also absorbs the energy and
limits the depth of penetration of the laser light into the
skin. Using a light wavelength of 808nm enables treatment
of relatively dark skin as well as fair-skin types. However,
laser hair treatment is not suitable for Afro-Caribbean or
black skin complexions. Laser treatment is also ineffective
in removal of white or grey hair. Electrolysis should be
considered as an alternative treatment.
PATCH TEST
As a guide, skin colours are classified by the Fitzpatrick
skin phototypes as described in the table opposite.
24 hours before treatment check for any reaction by testing
a few hairs in the area to be treated.
The (+) and (-) buttons increase or reduce power levels.
Treat 2–3 hairs on each power level up to the maximum
power level for your skin type (see table). If you feel any
discomfort the previous lower power level is the maximum
power level you should use.
After 24 hours if any of the test areas appear red or
inflamed for any particular power level, select a lower level
for treatment.
NOTE: Skin colour varies on different areas of the body,
you may find that you need different power level settings
for different areas. Each area should be tested for the
appropriate maximum power level.
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FITZPATRICK SKIN PHOTOTYPES
Power levels should be selected based on your skin type as defined below.
Skin Type Skin Colour Tanning History Maximum Power Level
IVery fair,
“transparent”
Always burns,
never tans Subject to patch test
all 5 power levels can
be used
II Fair Always burns
III Fair to light olive Burns mildly
Subject to patch test
power levels 1, 2 and 3
can be used
IV Olive/Brown Rarely burns,
tans with ease
VDark brown Very rarely burns
NOT suitable for Laser Hair Removal treatment
VI Black Never burns
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the hair from the follicle, as this renders the
treatment ineffective.
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area.
 
treated 24 hours prior to treatment and are aware

You may find it helpful to use a mirror
for treating hard to see areas, such as
the face and underarms. A mirror with
5–10 times magnification is ideal for
this.

The hair needs to be visible enough
for the laser to be aimed at the base
of the hair. Long hairs may be trimmed
before treatment if necessary.

Plug the Adapter into the socket on the
back of the unit and into the Mains.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
3
Use the Key to unlock the Keyswitch.
The unit will emit 3 beeps and the 1st power level button will flash blue.

Enter the security code by pressing the buttons (highlighted in black) in the following order:
Note: The unit will power off if the code is incorrectly entered. Turn the key off, wait a few seconds and then turn the key
back on and enter the correct security code.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Use the + and - buttons to set the
power level.
Important: Do NOT exceed the
maximum power level for your skin
type.

Press the enable button once. The
power level button(s) selected will fully
illuminate and the orange light on the
wand will illuminate.
Note: Each time the power setting is
adjusted, you will need to press the
enable button to continue.

Place the wand over the hair you wish
to treat. Ensure both skin sensors are
in contact with the skin (you may need
to apply gentle pressure).
The white ‘ready’ light will illuminate.

HALF press the treatment button on the
wand.
A red guide light will appear.
You can move the wand while
maintaining contact with the skin to
target around where the hair meets
the skin. Ensure both skin sensors do
remain in contact with the skin.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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
FULLY press the button on the wand
for treatment.
The white light will go out and the red
laser will be visible. You will hear a
series of beeps.
Note: Do NOT move the wand during
treatment.

When treatment ceases the amber light
will come back on. Both skin sensors
must be removed briefly from the skin
before treating the next hair. Return to
Step 8 for your next treatment.

Turn the key anticlockwise to the OFF
position to lock. Remove and store the
key in a safe place away from children.
Notes:
• Youmayfeela‘pinprick’sensationduringtreatment,
however, most people do not feel anything.
• Sometimesyoumaysmellfaintburningorevenseea
very, small line of smoke as the hair is treated.
• Successfullytreatedhairsdonotalwaysfallout
immediately, but are shed over time as they are
released from the hair follicle; light rubbing can
encourage this.
• Ifnobuttonsarepressedafter20minutestheunit
will enter energy saving mode. The orange light will
flash and power level 1 will remain on. To restart, turn
the key off and back on again and return to Step 4 of
‘Instructions For Use’.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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THE HAIR GROWTH CYCLE
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Everyone’s hair grows differently, depending on age, weight,
metabolism, hormones, ethnicity, medications and other
factors. However, all hair goes through three distinct growth
phases:
Active Growth phase (called the anagen phase),
, during which the hair
stops growing but is not yet shed, and the Resting phase
(telogen phase), when a hair falls out and a new hair begins
to form.
Laser treatment is effective when the hair is in the active
growth phase. At any one time there is only a percentage
of hairs in the Active Growth phase (the actual percentage
varies from one body area to another). Some follicles are
destroyed, others may be reduced to producing only vellus
hairs (light fine hairs) and some are disabled helping prevent
hair regrowth.
To catch all hairs in the Active growth phase, several
treatments are required over many months (a minimum of six
over six months). Thereafter a quick treatment every 4 to 6
weeks is undertaken to ensure disabled hairs remain dormant
and to maintain permanently hair free skin.
WHY IS A SERIES OF TREATMENTS REQUIRED?
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Follicle

per square cm
Resting

Time in
Resting

Active
Growth
Head 350 15% 3 months 83%
Arms 80 18% 5 months 79%
Legs 60 18% 6 months 79%
Beard 500 68% 10 weeks 30%
Upper Lip 350 64% 6 weeks 34%
Armpit 65 28% 3 months 69%
Chest/Back 70 28% 3 months 69%
Pubic 70 25% 3 months 71%
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Laser hair removal does not require any special skin
preparations, although you should ensure your skin is
clean. Laser hair removal is most effective on pale skin so
we recommend avoiding sunbathing, sun beds and fake
tanning if possible.
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The hair needs to be visible enough for the laser to be
aimed at the base of the hair. Long hairs may be trimmed
before treatment if necessary.
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Generally no perceptible changes will be apparent. A slight
redness after treatment may occur but will normally fade
over 24 hours. Any localised redness after treatment is
caused by the destruction of the hair follicles and is quite
normal. However, if any redness remains after 24 hours this
would indicate you have selected too high a power level
for your skin type. Please refer to the “Patch Test” section.
Also note, any longer lasting redness will also disappear.

Sun exposure or deep tanning should be avoided for at
least a week. If the skin is exposed use a sunscreen. Also
avoid using abrasive cleansers or skin peeling treatments.
Avoid swimming in chlorinated water or using a hot tub for
48 hours. The chlorine in the water can result in itchiness.

If you wish, you can apply an unperfumed soothing
lotion, an ice pack or wet towel to cool the treated area.
Take care to keep the treated area particularly clean for
3 days. Ideally, use an anti-bacterial soap twice daily.
When treating the underarms, avoid using antiperspirant
deodorant for 2–3 days.
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As long as the hair follicle or surrounding skin is not red,
sore or inflamed, treatment can be repeated after 24 hours.
Most people wait 3–4 weeks between treatments to see
which hairs have been shed and to identify new regrowth.
The timing for follow on treatments is not critical. Choose a
time which is convenient for you. Avoid excessive treatment
on the same region at one time. This may cause reddening
and swelling.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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
Laser hair reduction is generally considered to be effective
and permanent after 6 treatments over a 6 month period.
This varies from person to person and depends on the area
you are treating, hair density, your hair’s growth cycle and
colour. Dark hair on fair skin responds to laser therapy best,
but both dark and fair hair may take several treatments for
long-term results. Some individuals may require more, and
some fewer treatments, to achieve satisfaction. Initially with
each treatment you will notice a gradual thinning/reduction
of hair growth in the treated area. Women who suffer
excessive hair growth due to male type hormones are likely
to require long term maintenance.

Most body hair can be removed using Laser hair removal
- the most common areas are the face, underarms, legs,
chest, back and bikini line.

Yes, the laser reacts with the hair, so the surrounding skin
will not be affected.
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Most people don’t feel anything, although one or more mild
‘pin prick’ sensations may be felt.
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It is essential to aim at the base of the hair where it meets
the skin.
Can I use other hair removal methods between

Because Laser treatment needs a hair to be present in the
follicle, hair removal methods which pluck the hair, such
as waxing, epilators and tweezing are NOT suitable for use
between treatments. Bleaching hairs is also NOT suitable
as it removes the pigment and renders the laser ineffective.
Shaving, micro-dermabrasion discs and cream depilatories
are ideal for use between treatments.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

• Makeanoteoftheserialnumberofyourproductfrom
the base of the unit and call our Customer Care on
(0) [phone] who will be happy to send you
a replacement key.

emitted on pressing the button.
• Ensurethe2skinsensorsaremakingcontactwiththe
skin.

• Ensuretheadapteristurnedonatthewallandthe
power lead is fully inserted in the back of the unit.
• Ifcontrolsoneithermainunitorwandareleftuntouched
for 20 minutes the unit will enter energy saving mode. To
restart, turn the key off and back on again.
The unit is not responding and one of the power level
lights is flashing.
• Thisindicatesalockout.Ifyouexperiencea‘lockout’,
simply reset the unit by turning it off with the key. Wait 5
seconds before turning the unit on again.
UNIT MAINTENANCE
• Afterusealwaysunplugtheadapterandstoreoutof
reach of children.
• Alwaysstorethewandonthemainunitanddonotuse
it for any other purpose than intended.
• DoNOTdissembleorrepair.Ifyouhaveanyproblems
using the product, contact our Customer Care Department.
• Misuseoftheunitcancauseharm.DoNOToverride
any safety features or open the unit or wand.
• Onlyusethisproductwiththeadaptersupplied.
• Toprotectthelaser,donotstoreattemperatures
exceeding 40ºC.
• Afteruse,wipethewandcleanwithaslightlydamp
cloth. The main unit can also be wiped over.
• Whileunplugged,regularlycleanthelasershroud
and skin sensors with a cotton bud, to ensure optimum
laser output.
• Donotimmersethemainunitorwandinwater.
• Ifyouexperienceunexpectedbehaviourofthisproduct
then it is possible some external electromagnetic
interference is responsible. You should remove this
source and restart the product to restore full operation.
At no time will the laser fire unintentionally.
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SALON LASER TWEEZER™
PRODUCT SAFETY
Due to the divergent laser beam, there is not any threat
to life or physical condition by directing the laser beam
accidentally at persons if the lens has not been tampered
with. The laser mechanism must only be adjusted by the
Dezac Group or its nominated service agents.
This product complies with European safety standards.
CUSTOMER CARE
If you have any questions, or if you experience any difficulties
with this product, please call our Rio Careline on 
or email us at: 
To register your two year guarantee online visit:
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DISPOSAL
The Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) has been put in
place to recycle products using best available
recovery and recycling techniques to minimise the
impact on the environment, treat any hazardous
substances and avoid the increasing landfill.
The product is classed as Electrical or Electronic
equipment so please ensure that at the end of the life
of this product it is disposed of in the correct manner in
accordance with local authority requirements. It must NOT
be disposed of with household waste.
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Manufactured by The Dezac Group Ltd, PO Box 17, Cheltenham, England GL53 7ET
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