Me Epilator User Manual
user guide
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the fastest way to permanent hair reduction
NB: If you feel discomfort, treat at a lower
level. If tolerable, increase the elo- s setting
for higher efficacy.
NB: Do not use on sun burned or tanned
skin, as tanning may influence the safety of
the treatment. Wait until the sunburn or tan
fades prior to performing a test patch on an
inconspicuous area. Reexamine the area
after 3 days to ensure no side effects have
occurred.
NB: Do not tan 24 hours after me- treatment.
NB: During treatment, DO NOT hold
the applicator tip still in one spot!
Important safety information
Please read all warnings and safety information
in user manual before using me- .
Note: If you have an active tan do not use me- .
Preparation
1. Clean your skin and wipe the area with a
non-alcoholic wipe.
2. Shave hair in treated area or, if you use the
shaver or epilator - trim hair that is longer than
10 mm (you may use the shaver cartridge).
Treatment
1. Press the power button to
turn the system on.
2. Select the elo- s level by pressing the button
near the appropriate level based on the
attached table.
3. Press the elo- s activation button.
4. Press the epilator/shaver activation button to
select desired speed (epilator and shaver are
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5. Ensure you are touching the two grip sensors.
6. Hold the applicator in a position ensuring full
contact of the RF delivery bars with the skin.
Do not press, just gently touch the skin.
System will start emitting elo- s pulses.
7. Use the system slowly and continuously
gliding on the treatment area without
stopping in one place. Try not to repeat
treatment on the same spot for at
least 10 seconds.
Treatable Skin Types
Skin Type 1 – Pale white skin
(always burns, does not tan)
elo- s
Level: High
Skin Type 2 – Fair skin
(burns easily, rarely tans)
elo- s
Level: High
Skin Type 3 – Darker white skin
(tans after initial sunburn)
elo- s
Level: High
Skin Type 4 – Light brown skin (burns minimally,
tans easily)
elo- s
Level: Medium-to-High
Skin Type 5 – Brown skin (rarely burns,
tans dark & easily)
elo- s
Level: Low-to-Medium
Skin Type 6 – Dark brown or black skin
(never burns, dark tan):
Do not use the
me- system!
Quick Reference Guide
epilator
and shaver
cartridge
activation
When to use me
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1. perform first 4 treatments every 2 weeks
2. after first 6 weeks, use me- as hair appears (up to 3 months between treatments)
When you have finished
the treatment
1. Place the applicator in its cradle in the
base unit.
2. Turn off the me- device by pressing the
power button on the base unit. The
cooling vents will continue to work for 4
additional seconds after the elo- s is
turned off.
3. Gently rinse your skin with lukewarm
water and pat dry.
4. Gently apply moisturizing cream or gel aloe
vera to your skin (if epilator was used, it is
recommended to apply just aloe vera).
1 minute per
underarm
3 minutes
per arm
10 minutes
per full leg
2 minutes
bikini area
Treatment durations:
For effective results, me- should be used
according to the following timings.
elo
-
s
activation
button
grip sensorsRF delivery bars
Table of contents
Detachable Quick Reference Guide
About the me- hair removal system ________________________________ 6
Box contents _________________________________________________ 6
Important safety information _____________________________________ 7
System description ____________________________________________ 10
How to prepare the me- system for operation _______________________ 12
System preparation ____________________________________________ 14
Recommended elo- s levels ______________________________________ 16
How to operate the me- system ___________________________________ 17
me- treatment procedure ________________________________________ 21
When to use me- _____________________________________________ 22
How to replace your elo- s cartridge _______________________________ 24
Troubleshooting _______________________________________________ 25
Specifications ________________________________________________ 26
Labels and symbols ____________________________________________ 27
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About the me- hair removal system
Your new me- system is intended for
long-term hair removal. The me- system
is easy to use without assistance, and
in the convenience of your own home.
The system is intended for both women
and men with Fitzpatrick skin tones I-V
(see page 16 to evaluate whether your
skin type can be treated). The system is
designed for the removal of hair from all
body parts below the neck.
The me- system is powered by elo- s™
(Electro-Optical Synergy), clinically proven,
gold standard technology that uses lowenergy pulsed light together with gentle
radio frequency (RF).
NB: Hair reduction results may be subject
to variation.
Please read this entire user guide and
watch the instructional DVD (included)
before using the system for the first time.
It is recommended to keep the guide in
a safe place for future referrals and to
re-familiarise yourself with this user guide
prior to each use of me- .
Box contents
Upon opening the me- package you will
find the following components:
Base unit and applicator, including:
elo- s cartridge and epilator/shaver
protective cap (already attached)
Accessories kit, including:
elo- s protective cap
Electrical power cord
Cleaning brush
User guide (including a quick
reference guide)
Instructional DVD
Warranty card
Additional accessories (sold separately):
Epilator with cleaning brush
Shaver with cleaning brush
elo- s replacement cartridge
Facial kit (includes sperate instructions
for use and user’s eye protection).
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Important safety information
Please read all warnings and safety
information before using the me- system.
Always follow basic safety precautions
when using any electrical product.
The system is designed for domestic use only.
Warnings
The system is designed for the removal
of human body hair. Any other use is
expressly prohibited; DO NOT use the
system for removal of hair on your face
or head. Facial hair should only be
removed using the facial kit that includes
sperate instructions for use and user’s eye
protection. Visit www.memyelos.com.
DO NOT use the me- system
over tattoos or permanent makeup.
During treatment, DO NOT hold the
applicator tip still in one spot! This
might cause extensive heat build-up and
possible skin damage.
NEVER immerse the system or the
applicator tip in water or any other
liquid. DO NOT rinse any components of
the system with any kind of liquid.
DO NOT use the system where it can
fall or be pulled into water. If device is
dropped in water, unplug it immediately.
DO NOT remove the device from water
until unplugged. DO NOT use the device
again. Contact customer service centre.
If dropped or damaged, DO NOT
use the system.
Always disconnect the power cord from
the wall electrical outlet after use.
DO NOT use the system if any of its
components show signs of damage.
DO NOT open the system’s enclosure
under any circumstances.
DO NOT operate the device with a
cracked or broken glass window on the
elo- s cartridge.
To avoid accidents, keep the system
away from the hair on your head, face,
and also from clothes, brushes, wires,
cords, laces, etc.
DO NOT use the system on children or
allow children to use this device. Keep
the system out of the reach of children.
Adult supervision is recommended for
teenagers under the age of 18.
DO NOT use the system if you have
limited physical, sensory or mental
capabilities. This does not apply to the
latter if they were instructed in the use
of the system or if they use it under the
supervision of a person responsible for
safety.
Complete power shutdown will be achieved
only when the power cord is unplugged.
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When NOT to use the me- system
You should NOT use the me- system if any of
the following items apply to you:
If your skin type is darker than skin type
5 (see page 16).
If within the last three days you have
had a long skin exposure to the sun,or
if you have excessively tanned skin from
sun, tanning beds or tanning creams
within the last two weeks, as tanning may
influence the safety of the treatment.
If you have a pacemaker or internal
defibrillator.
If you have superficial metal or other
implants in the desired treatment area.
If you have a history of any type of
cancer, or pre-malignant moles.
If you suffer from severe conditions,
such as cardiac disorders.
If you have varicose veins in the
treatment area.
If you have moles, large freckles, darker
pigmented areas, scars or birthmarks
do not treat over them.
If you are pregnant or nursing.
If you have an impaired immune
system due to immunosuppressive
diseases such as AIDS and HIV, or use of
immunosuppressive medications.
If you have endocrine disorders, such as
Diabetes or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
If you have any active condition in the
treatment
area, such as sores, psoriasis,
eczema, burns, herpes simplex, wounds
or a rash.
If you have a history of skin disorders,
abnormal wound healing, as well as very
dry and fragile skin.
If you have a history of bleeding
coagulopathies, or use of anticoagulants.
If you are using medications, herbs,
food supplements, and vitamins known to
induce photosensitivity to light exposure at
the wavelength used, such as Isotretinoin
(Accutane) and/or topical retinoids within
the last six months, Tetracyclines, or St.
John's Wort within the last two weeks.
If you are using medications that may
stimulate hair growth, such as Minoxidil.
If you have had any surgical procedure
in the treatment area within the last three
months or before complete healing.
If you have Epilepsy.
If you have applied any type of anesthetics.
If you are on gold therapy
NB: If you are taking any medication,
please consult with your doctor before
using me- .
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Possible side effects
Removing hair can cause redness or
irritation of the skin. This is a normal
reaction and only lasts a short time.
NB: If sensitivity of area persists longer
than 24 hours, consult your doctor.
Improper use of the me- system could
result in possible side effects. Although
these effects are rare and expected to
clear within a short time, it is important to
understand that every cosmetic treatment
may involve some degree of risk, and that
you understand and accept the risks and
possible complications that can occur with
pulsed light combined with RF hair removal
systems. Side effects may include redness
or swelling and colour changes to your
skin. This may appear either at the time of
treatment or shortly after.
NB: If unusual pain occurs, you should
stop treatment. If you encounter any severe
side effects, consult your doctor.
1. This device is not intended for use by
individuals (including children) whose physical,
sensory or mental capacities are reduced or
who have no experience with the device or
do not know how to use it, unless they are
supervised or have received prior instructions
from a person in charge of their safety.
2. Children should be supervised to e
nsure they
do not play with the device.
3. The devices should not be turned on via
an outside timer or a separate remote control
system.
4. WARNING: Keep appliance away from
water.
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System description
Your me- system is designed to be easy to
use and is easy to maintain. The system is
comprised of the following components:
1. Base unit
2. Control panel
3. Applicator
4. elo- s cartridge
5. Epilator cartridge or
6. Shaver cartridge
NB: Epilator and Shaver are sold separetly.
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The treatment is done using the elo- s
cartridge and if you like,
you simultaneously use the epilator
or shaver cartridges (Sold separately):
1. elo
-
s cartridge
Intense pulsed light (IPL) output window.
Radiofrequency (RF) delivery bars.
2. Epilator cartridge
Rotating epilating mechanism.
3. Shaver cartridge
Foil covered shaver combined with a trimmer.
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2 3
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bottom side
epilator
or shaver
cartridge
top side
elo
-
s cartridge
How to prepare the me- system for
operation
The me- system is easy to use and easy to
care for.
Your new me- system has the elo- s cartridge
and epilator protective cap already
connected to the applicator.
1. If you want to use the epilator or
shaver - you should remove the protective
cap, press the two blue buttons to slide
one cartridge out and insert the other one
in its place. Slide the new cart
ridge into the
applicator until you feel it "click" into place.
NB The elo- s cartridge is not
interchangeable with the epilator or
shaver cartridges.
Before use, make sure that the RF delivery
bars and the light output window on
the elo- s cartridge are clean (these may
be cleaned using a soft tissue or nonalcoholic wet wipes).
NB: Epilator and Shaver are sold separately.
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Cap
NB: The system can be operated just
with the elo- s cartridge (shaver/epilator
protective cap must be attached to
applicator’s opposite side).
NB: The system can be operated just with
the shaver or epilator cartridge
(protective cap must be attached to
applicator’s opposite side).
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