Rio Quick Waxer User manual

QUICK WAXER™
user guide

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•Please read all instructions thoroughly and retain for future
reference.
• Caution,hotsurface.
 Donottouchtheheatingpanwhiletheunitison.
•Thisappliancemustnotbeimmersedinwater.
•Thisappliancecanbeusedbychildrenaged8yearsandaboveifthey
havebeengivensupervisionorinstructionconcerningtheuseofthe
applianceinasafewayandiftheyunderstandthehazardsinvolved.
Cleaningandusermaintenanceshallnotbemadebychildrenunless
theyareolderthan8andsupervised.Keeptheapplianceanditscord
outofreachofchildrenagedlessthan8years.
•Thisappliancecanbeusedbypersonswithreducedphysical,sensory
ormentalcapabilitiesorlackofexperienceandknowledgeiftheyhave
WARNINGS

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beengivensupervisionorinstructionconcerninguseoftheappliance
inasafewayandunderstandthehazardsinvolved.
•Thisapplianceisintendedforhomeuseonly.Donotuseinanyother
environment.
•If the cord is damaged, discontinue use of the appliance. Contact
CustomerCaretoarrangeareplacement.
•Childrenshallnotplaywiththeappliance.
•Donotusethisproductonlooseskinnedpartsofyourbodyoranyareas
showingsignsof:Varicoseveins,skindiseases(forexampleeczema,
psoriasis, dermatitis), cuts and abrasions, irritation, warts, moles,
hypersensitivity or sunburn, diabetes, phlebitis, recent scar tissue,
other skin conditions. We recommend you consult your physician
beforetreatmentifyousufferfromanyoftheaboveconditions.
•Beawarethatduringpregnancywomencanexperienceincreasedwater
retention.

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•Donotuseoncutsorbrokenskin.
•Protectclothingandsurroundings.
•Duringthe24-hourperiodfollowingyour treatment,youshouldavoid
hotbaths,tanningbeds,saunasorotherheattreatments.
•Alwaystestthetemperatureofthewaxbyapplyingasmallamounttothe
insideofyourforearmtoensurethatitisanappropriatetemperature.
•Donotoverheatthewax.Followrecommendationsofheatingtimesto
avoidriskofburningskin.
•Incaseofburns,runtheaffectedareaundercoldwaterforatleast10
minutesandseekmedicaladvice.
•Ifyoufeeltinglingorseverepainduringuse,removethewaximmediately
andrinsethoroughlywithwater.Ifsensationpersists,seekmedicaladvice.

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Hard wax is a gentle alternative to traditional soft wax and
ideal for use on sensitive areas. As hard wax adheres only
to the hair and not the skin, removal of even coarse or
stubborn hair is easy. Hard wax is applied to the skin with
a spatula, as the wax cools and hardens each individual
hair is trapped. The flexible, cooled wax is then removed
by hand removing all hairs in one quick motion without the
need for messy strips.
One of the main benefits of hard wax is its ability to remove
short, coarse and stubborn hairs. Therefore it is particularly
suitable for areas of dense hair, such as the bikini line or
underarms.
WHATISHARDWAX?

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CONTENTS
1Hard Wax tablets (x5)
2Quick Waxer unit
3Heating pan
4Spatulas (x20)
1 2 4
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BEFOREYOUSTART
The area to be treated must be clean, dry and free of make-up and
grease, e.g. moisturisers, lotions, etc. It is a good idea to wash
and dry the area prior to treating as this will temporarily remove the
body’s natural oils and help the wax adhere to the hairs.
As a general guide 1 tablet will be enough for 2 underarm
treatments.
On first use, the wax tablets will take longer than 5 minutes to
warm up. Adding a new wax tablet to the bowl and allowing it to
melt before turning the unit off, will reduce the next warm-up time
to less than 5 minutes.
PATCH TEST ✓
Always do a patch test on the inside of your forearm or
on a small area of your skin for possible skin reaction.
Wait 24 hours. If irritation occurs do not use this product.

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1. Prepare the wax
Remove lid and place wax tablet inside the heating pan. Plug in and switch on at the
mains.
Important: Ensure the unit is placed on a flat surface.
Stir every 2 minutes until the wax is the same consistency as syrup.
2. Apply the wax
Using a spatula, apply a thick and even coat of wax in the same direction of hair
growth. Apply one layer in small, even strips no wider than 1 inch. Allow wax to cool
on skin until it is hard, but still pliable.
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3. Remove the wax
Holding skin taut with one hand, flick up the corner of the wax with your finger so that
you have an area to grip. In one quick motion, pull the wax off in the opposite direction
of hair growth.
Do NOT pull away from the skin.
4. Soothe the area
Immediately apply firm pressure to the area with the palm of your hand or a cold
compress to soothe the area.
Repeat steps 3–5 on the next patch of skin until area is completely hair free.
Note: DO NOT re-apply wax to treated area within 24 hours.
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AFTERWAXING
• It is important to take extra care of the waxed areas of your body especially for the first 24 hours.
Although you can use an antiseptic moisturising lotion to soothe your skin, do NOT use perfumed body
lotions or creams since these can cause an allergic reaction or discomfort.
• Exfoliating2daysafteryourtreatmentandeverydaythereafterwillhelppreventingrownhairs.
• Werecommendwearingloosefitting,naturalfibreclothingaftertreatment,andavoidingtightfittingor
nylon clothes which may rub on the treated areas.
• Theremovalofdeep-seatedand/orthickhairssuchasthosefoundunderthearmoratthebikiniline
can sometimes cause small drops of blood to appear on the surface of the skin. A cold compress
made of dampened cotton wool will remove these traces of blood and help to cool the area.
• Aslightrednessaftertreatmentmayoccurbutwillnormallyfadeover24hours.

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CAREANDMAINTENANCE
✓ Remove any wax spillages or deposits using a wax equipment cleaner.
✓ Clean unit with a damp cloth and soap. Do not use harsh detergents, solvents or abrasives. Do NOT
immerse in water or any other liquid to clean it.
✗ During use the heating pan will get very hot. Do NOT move the unit while in use to avoid potential
wax spillages onto the skin.
✗ Do NOT store the Quick Waxer unit until it has completely cooled down.
✗ Do not use if mains lead or plug are damaged or if unit is malfunctioning.
✗ The cable is not a user replaceable item. If it is damaged then the unit must be destroyed or returned
to the manufacturer.

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• Alwaysapplywaxinthesamedirectionofhairgrowthandthenpulloffintheoppositedirectionofhair
growth.
• Alwayspulloffthewaxinonequickmotionbackwardsandparalleltotheskin.Ifthewaxispulledaway
from the skin instead of parallel to the skin the hairs tend to be tugged up. This is painful and does not
remove the hairs successfully. It can also cause bruising to the skin.
• Peelingoffslowlywillbepainfulandunsuccessful.
• Neverre-applywaxtotreatedarea.Usetweezerstoremoveanyremaininghairs.
• Trimhairbeforewaxingwithanelectrictrimmerorscissors to about 5mm long. The hairs should be
no less than 5mm in length to allow the wax to grip firmly.
• Thesurfaceofthewax dulls as it sets. Use this as a guide to determinewhenthewaxisready to
remove.
• Theapplicationshouldbethickerthanwithsoftwaxandshouldbeevenallthewayaroundtheedges,
extending beyond the hair growth area.
• Ifthewaxbreaksorisbrittle,thentheapplicationwastoothin,itwasallowedtosettoolongorthe
room temperature is too cool.
• Beginnersshouldapplyonestripofwaxatatime.Afteryouhavemasteredthetechnique,applyas
many strips of wax as you are comfortable with at one time, allowing the wax to set.
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TIPS
• Thestrongerthehair,thethickerthelayerofwaxneeded.Sofor
areaswiththickerhairi.e.Bikiniline,athickerlayerofhardwax
should be applied.
• Applying a small amount of oil to the skin, such as baby oil,
before applying wax creates a barrier that will prevent wax from
adhering to the skin. This is a more effective technique than
applying baby powder.
• Whenapplyingwaxtotheskinwiththespatula,useamedium-
firm pressure. This will ensure the wax reaches the base of the
hairs.
• Usingafigureof8swirlingmotiontoapplythewaxwillensurethe
edges of your strip are slightly thicker, this will help prevent the
wax from breaking on removal.
• Forsensitiveareas,orareasofdensehairgrowthorlooseskin,
a smaller, narrower strip will be most effective.
• Stretch the skin around the area you are waxing with your free
hand to avoid the uncomfortable sensation of skin being pulled
when wax is removed.

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WAXINGDIFFERENTAREAS
The skin on your face is particularly sensitive and special care needs to be taken when removing facial
hairs.
The wooden spatulas can be carefully split in two lengthways by simply bending them until they snap.
This provides a more manageable means of applying the wax to small areas.
UPPER LIP
The upper lip ideally needs to be treated as three separate areas. Hairs generally grow downwards directly
under the nose and outwards at either side towards the corners of the mouth.
Wax each area separately, applying the wax in the same direction of the hair growth and then removing
the strip against the hair growth for the best results.
CHIN AND CHEEKS
This is a fairly straightforward area of the face to treat but it is still advisable to use a thinner split spatula
and smaller wax strips to give you greater control during the hair removal process.

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EYEBROWS
Eyebrow waxing is designed to give definition and shape to these highly visible features. Great care must
be taken to only remove those hairs that you wish to remove. You can protect the hairs to be retained by
lightly coating them with petroleum jelly to prevent the wax sticking to them.
You can then use the small split spatula to shape your eyebrow, defining their lines and highlighting your
eyes as shown in the diagrams below.
1. Place a spatula vertically against the side of your nostril. The hairs that remain on
the side of the spatula between the two brows should be removed.
2. Looking straight ahead place a spatula vertically in line with your pupil. This is where
the highest point of the brow should be.
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3. Place a spatula diagonally at the edge
of the nostril and out towards the tip of
the eye. The eyebrow should finish at
the point where the spatula meets the
eyebrow.
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WAXINGDIFFERENTAREAS
FOREARM AND LEGS
Start at the wrist or ankle and work up. It is important to note which way the hairs
are growing as the direction can change as you progress. The skin needs to be kept
taut by moving and bending your elbow, wrist, knees or ankle.
BRAZILIAN/ BIKINI/ HOLLYWOOD
You may wish to wear a particular swimsuit or style of underwear when you wax your
bikini line to show you just how far you need to wax, particularly if the garment is high cut.
It is best to trim hairs that are longer than 10mm to roughly 5mm, or the process of
removalcanbebothhaphazardandpainful!Also,becausethehairsinthissensitive
region grow in many directions it is best to treat just a small area at a time.
The hairs at the bikini line are often deep-seated and you may wish to use a cold compress made from
dampened cotton wool to help relieve any stinging after waxing. To find the right position try sitting in a
comfortable chair with your feet above your waist and your legs spread. Or, stand with one leg at waist
height, with sole of foot on wall. Hard wax is ideal for general bikini waxing or dramatic waxing such as
theHollywoodorBrazilian.

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WAXINGDIFFERENTAREAS
UNDERARM
This is another sensitive part of the body and the hairs are again liable to grow in many
directions and be deep-seated. Do not attempt to remove all the hairs growing under
the arm in one movement, instead treat the area in stages. Again these hairs need to
be trimmed if they are too long (more than 10mm). Keep the skin taut by stretching
and moving your arm as necessary. Your cold compress may come in handy to
prevent discomfort.
Note:After waxing the underarm area avoid using antiperspirants or deodorants for
at least 24 hours.

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CUSTOMERCARE
If you have any questions, or if you experience any difficulties please call our
Careline on:01242702345or email us at: [email protected]
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www.riobeauty.com or contact your local distributor.
GUARANTEE
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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. This 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.