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Use of the SMOOTHSKIN GOLD could result in side eects.
The table below lists the known skin reactions that may occur following treatment with the
SMOOTHSKIN GOLD.
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS HOW TO ASSESS AND REACT
Mild pain / discomfort in the area being
treated
This is expected and is normal for all IPL
treatments. You can keep on using the
device as instructed, and the pain should
diminish with continued use.
Warm feeling or tingling sensations during
treatment, which typically disappear after a
few seconds to a minute and decrease with
continued use.
This is expected and is normal for all IPL
treatments. You can keep on using the
device as instructed.
Itchiness in the treatment area This is quite common for IPL treatments,
and should subside after a short period. You
can keep on using the device as instructed.
Do not scratch the area.
Skin redness during or after treatment
which disappears within minutes.
This is expected and is normal for all IPL
treatments. You can keep on using the
device as instructed once skin redness has
disappeared.
Skin redness which does not disappear
within minutes and lasts 24-48 hour
Stop using the device immediately and
consult your physician before using it again.
Pain or discomfort that is intense during
treatment or persists after a treatment.
Stop using the device immediately and
consult your physician before using it again.
IN VERY RARE CASES HOW TO ASSESS AND REACT
Swelling and redness that does not
disappear within two to three days
Stop using the device immediately and
consult your physician before using it again.
Temporary changes in skin colour
(lightening or darkening).
If your skin colour changes, stop using
the device immediately and consult your
physician.
Blistering or burning of the skin. Stop using the device immediately and
consult your physician before using it again.
Apply a cold pack to the area. Treat with
antiseptic or burn cream.