Sensica sensilight mini User manual

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Table of Contents
RPL™ (Reactive Pulsed Light) Technology-How does it work? 2
Intended Use 3
Who should NOT use the device? 4
CONTRAINDICATIONS 4
WARNINGS 5
CAUTIONS 6
Possible Adverse Eects 7
Device description 8
User Instructions 10
Preliminary Test 10
Getting Started 11
Step 1: Prepare your skin 11
Step 2: Device operation 11
Cleaning & Storage 15
Troubleshooting 15
Customer Service 16
Device specification parameters 17
Labeling 18

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RPL™ (Reactive
Pulsed Light)
Technology-How
does it work?
RPL™ (Reactive Pulsed Light)
is an advanced technology
which uses clinically proven
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
technology in conjunction with
a skin tone and skin contact
sensor. The light emitted from
the device penetrates the
skin and is then absorbed by
the melanin pigment in the
hair shaft. The heat produced
by this light goes into the
follicle and generates a local
thermal eect, also known as
selective photothermolysis.
The thermal eect disables
the hair follicle which causes
a reduction in hair growth
while leaving the surrounding
skin unaected and cool.
Long-term hair reduction–
Hair growth cycle
Two factors play an
important role in optimal
long-term hair reduction:
• Hair growth cycle. Hair
growth involves three
phases: Anagen, Catagen,
and Telogen. Anagen is
the growth phase, while
Catagen and Telogen
are the resting phases.
Permanent hair reduction
can only occur in the
Anagen phase, the phase
of growth. Since hair growth
is not synchronized, it is
recommended to complete
the full treatment protocol
to ensure every hair will
be exposed to treatment
during its Anagen phase.
• Skin tones (according to the
Fitzpatrick scale). Darker
skin contains more melanin,
which competes with the
targeted hair for energy
absorption. When more
energy is absorbed into
the skin, there is a greater
risk of adverse eects.
Pase 1-Anagen
(growth phase)
Phase 2 - Catagen
(regression phase)
Phase 3 - Telogen
(shedding phase)

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Please make sure to
carefully read this
user guide before
you start using the
device. The user guide
can also be found at:
www.sensica.com
Intended Use
This device is considered
a device without intended
medical purpose. It is a home
use device intended for the
removal of unwanted hair.
This device is intended for use
on the entire body (e.g. legs,
arms, underarms, bikini line,
back, shoulders, chest and
stomach) and on permitted
facial areas (i.e. above upper
lip, cheek, jaw, chin and neck).
Note: This device is especially
designed for your own personal
treatment and is intended for a
single user and home use only.
The device is intended for
use on skin tone types I to V
according to the Fitzpatrick
skin chart below (coloured
This device works best on
dark hair or hair that contains
more melanin. Brown and
light brown hair will respond,
but typically will require more
treatment sessions. Red hair
may show some response
while white, grey or blond hair
will show a limited response.
Nevertheless, some users have
noted hair reduction after
multiple treatment sessions.
Note: Hair removal by lasers or
Intense Pulsed Light can cause
increased hair growth in some
individuals. Based upon current
data, the highest risk groups
for this response are females of
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern,
and South Asian heritage,
treated on the face and neck.
chart available in section 02
on the cover). Do not use on
dark skin such as type VI. The
use of IPL devices on naturally
dark skin is forbidden.
Skin
Tones
Hair
Colour

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Who should NOT
use the device?
Carefully read the information
below before you begin a
treatment with the device. If
you still have any doubts or
are unsure that the device
is safe for your use, please
consult with your physician.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Do NOT use the device if you:
• Have an active implant
such as a pacemaker,
insulin pump or similar
devices, since it may
cause interference.
• Are pregnant, have
a chance of being
pregnant or are nursing
since the device was not
tested on pregnant or
nursing women and may
stimulate pigmentation.
• Have skin cancer, areas
at risk of malignancy,
or if you have received
chemotherapy/radiation
therapy within the past 3
months since the safety
of such usage has not
been established and the
immune system can be
compromised, which can
lead to serious injury.
• Suer from epilepsy, as
using the device could
trigger a seizure.
• Have damaged or broken
skin, or a history of Herpes
or Psoriasis outbreak in
the treatment area since
such usage can result
in serious side eects.
• Suer from keloid scar
formation (growth of extra
scar tissue where the skin
has healed after an injury)
in the treatment area since
such usage has not been
established and may result
in serious skin complications.
• Have been taking
Tetracycline antibiotics
or medication with the
following active ingredients
within the last two weeks:
Retinoid acid, Retina-A,
Vitamin A (such as
Accutane), as they are
considered to be photo-
sensitizing drugs and
may result in skin injury.
• Are photosensitive or
have other diseases
related to light sensitivity,
as device usage under
these conditions may
lead to serious injury.
• Suer from severe or
decompensated metabolic

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conditions, such as
diabetes, since it may cause
a greater risk of delayed
healing and infection in
case of an adverse eect.
• Have had a skin peel or
other skin resurfacing
procedures within the last
8 weeks in the treatment
area as, under these
circumstances, device
usage may result in
stimulation of pigmentation.
Note: If you have undergone
any other aesthetic
procedures or have any
uncertainty regarding
potential side eects,
consult with your physician
before using the device.
WARNINGS
Do NOT use the device:
• On naturally dark skin
(coloured chart available in
section 02 on the cover).
• If you have dark brown or
black spots such as: around
the nipples, freckles, birth
marks, moles, or blisters on
the area to be treated.
• On mucous membranes
such as: nostrils, lips of the
mouth, eyelids, ears, genital
area and the anus, as it
may lead to serious injury.
• Over piercings or any metal
items such as earrings or
jewelry on the area to be
treated, as it may cause
burns. Over areas with
tattoos or permanent
make-up, cover tattoos
or permanent make-up
with a white plaster before
treatment. Do not use the
device directly over the
tattoo or permanent make-
up, even when covered.
• On tanned skin or after sun
exposure as this can cause
serious burns or skin injury.
Avoid more than 15 minutes
of sun exposure for 4 weeks
before your treatment and
for at least 2 weeks post
treatment. If during this
period your treated skin
area is exposed to sunlight,
make sure to apply SPF
30 or higher sunscreens.
Additionally:
• Never look directly at the
light coming from the
applicator and lamp, as
it may cause eye injury.
• Never use flammable liquids
such as alcohol (including
perfumes, sanitizers, or other
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alcohol) or acetone on
the skin one hour before
using the device as it may
cause burning of the skin.
Do not treat the same area
of skin more than once
per treatment, as it may
cause adverse eects.
CAUTIONS
• KEEP OUT OF REACH
OF CHILDREN.
• This device is not intended
for use by individuals with
reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities.
• Do not place, store or
use this device near
bathtubs, showers, basins
or other vessels containing
water, as it may lead to
severe electrocution.
• Do not open or repair
the device, as it may
expose you to dangerous
electrical components
which may cause serious
bodily damage.
• Do not leave the device
unattended while plugged
into the electricity, as it is
a risk of electrocution.
• Do not use the device if
any part of the device or
its accessories are: not
working properly, appear
damaged, broken, loose,
missing or wet (take extra
care since UV and IR are
emitted from this device), or
if you see or smell smoke.
• Before using this device,
make sure it is clean,
dry and intact. Cleaning
instructions are detailed
under the Cleaning &
Storage section.

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Severity of
Adverse Eect
Frequency of
Adverse Eect Adverse Eects
Mild Common
Skin Irritation
Skin Redness
Skin Sensitivity
Moderate Rare
Skin Burns
Scarring
Pigment Changes
Excessive Redness and Swelling
Severe Extremely Rare Infection
Bruising
Any serious incident that has occurred in relation to the device
should be reported to us (via customer service).
Possible Adverse Eects
When using this device according to the Instructions for Use,
adverse eects are rare. However, every aesthetic procedure
may cause some degree of adverse eects (as listed in the
table below). In case adverse eects appear, stop using
the device, and consult with your physician if necessary.
Mild adverse eects should be spontaneously relieved within
a few hours.

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Device description
User interface description
1. ON/OFF and energy selection button - Pressing the button
will turn the device ON at energy level 1. Each press will
change the energy, from the lower level to the higher,
for a total of 3 dierent energy levels. Select the energy
level according to what you found most comfortable in
the preliminary test. The energy level display indicators
will light up green according to the selected energy level
(e.g. at energy level 1, one green light will be lit, at energy
level 2, two green lights will be lit). The device will switch to
standby mode when left unattended for 3 minutes or by
pressing the ON/OFF button for 3 consecutive seconds.
2 3
1 4 5
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8
6
ON/OFF button and
energy level button
1
Skin tone and contact
sensor (Fitzpatrick sensor)
5
Status indicator:
• Lack of contact
• Non-allowed skin tone
• Device not usable
3
Treatment window7
Trigger button2
Power supply socket6
1-3 energy level display4
Lamp8

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Status
Indicator Status Description
No light OFF Device not working (not
connected to the power supply).
Steady
green light ON Flash is ready to be delivered.
Blinking
green light Standby
Device is in standby mode
(before powering on or when left
unattended for 3 minutes).
Momentary
orange light
Flash
blocked
The device is not in full
contact with the skin – no
flash will be delivered.
Blinking
orange light
Close to
end of life
Indicates about the close end of
lamp life time.
2. Trigger button - (flash pulse activation) marked as "sun" on the
upper side of the device. The trigger button will activate the
flash lamp if the treatment window is in full contact with the
skin, and the skin tone is in within the allowed range. Pressing
the button once will activate a single flash, pressing and
holding the button will activate flashes continuously as long as
the button is pressed.

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User Instructions
The device is suitable for use
on: legs, arms, underarms
bikini line, back, shoulders,
chest, stomach, and permitted
facial areas (above upper lip,
cheek, jaw, chin and neck).
What to expect
During your treatment, it
is normal to experience:
• A flash of light with each
press on the trigger
button – the emitted light
will not harm your eyes.
• A pop noise with
each flash of light.
• A mild, stinging sensation.
Preliminary Test
The preliminary test is
intended to determine your
skin's reaction to treatment
with the device and help you
set the optimal energy level
for each treatment area.
Perform a preliminary test
on a hidden patch of skin
for the area you intend
to treat 48 hours prior to
the first full treatment.
Due to varying levels of
sensitivity, body areas may
require dierent energy levels;
this will be determined by
separate preliminary tests.
Note: Do not treat full areas
with energy levels that you
have not tested before!
Do not treat the tested
area for at least 48 hours
after the preliminary test
has been carried out.
1. Prepare your skin as
described below in "Step
1: Prepare your skin".
Instructions for operating
the device can be
found below in “Step 2:
Device operation”.
2. Select the lowest energy
level and deliver a flash.
3. You can increase the
energy level as long as
it feels comfortable. You
may continue to do this up
to the maximum energy
level unless you begin to
experience discomfort.
4. If you do not feel
comfortable or see adverse
eects such as severe
redness or blistering stop
the test immediately.
5. Wait 48 hours and
examine the tested area:
6. If the skin in the test area