Philips BRI950 Lumea Prestige Light Hair Removal Instructions Manual

Philips BRI950 Lumea Prestige Light Hair Remover

Welcome

Welcome to the beauty world of Lumea! You are only a few weeks away from silky-smooth skin. Philips Lumea uses Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) technology, known as one of the most effective methods to continuously prevent hair regrowth. In close collaboration with skin experts, we adapted this light- based technology, originally used in professional beauty salons, for easy and effective use in the safety of your home. Philips Lumea is gentle and offers convenient and effective treatment at a light intensity that you find comfortable. Unwanted hairs are finally a thing of the past. Enjoy the feeling of being hair-free and look and feel amazing every day. To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome. For further information, please go to www.philips.com/lumea to find our experts’ advice, tutorial videos, and FAQs and make the most of your Lumea.

Note: Keep these instructions with your product at all times

Device overview

1. Light exit window with integrated UV filter
2. Attachments
   • a Body attachment
   • b Face attachment
   • c Bikini attachment (BRI956, BRI959)
   • d Armpit attachment (BRI956, BRI959) e Precision attachment (BRI953, BRI954)
3. Skin tone sensor
4. Integrated safety system
5. Reflector inside the attachment
6. Electronic contacts
7. Opening for electronic contacts
8. Flash button
9. On/off button
10. Confirmation button
11. Toggle buttons
12. Intensity light indicators
13. Setting advice button
14. Ready to flash indicator’
15. Air ventilation slots
16. Device socket
17. Adapter
18. Small plug
19. Luxurious pouch (not shown)
20. Cleaning cloth (not shown)

Who should not use Lumea? Contraindication

General conditions

• Never use the device if you have skin type VI (You rarely to ever sunburn, very dark tanning). In this case, you run a high risk of developing skin reactions, such as hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation, strong redness, or burns.
  • To check if your skin type allows usage of the device, consult the skin tone table with number 2 on the foldout page.
• Never use the device if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as the device was not tested on pregnant or breastfeeding women.
• Never use the device if you have any active implants such as a pacemaker, neurostimulator, insulin pump, etc.

Medications/History
Never use the device if you take any of the medications listed below:

• If your skin is currently being treated with or has recently been treated in the past week with Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Beta- Hydroxy Acids (BHAs), topical isotretinoin, and azelaic acid.
• If you have taken any form of isotretinoin Accutane or Roaccutane in the last six months. This treatment can make skin more susceptible to tears, wounds and irritations.
• If you are taking photosensitizing agents or medications, check the package insert of your medicine and never use the device if it is stated that it can cause photo-allergic reactions, photo-toxic reactions, or if you have to avoid the sun when taking this medicine.
• If you take anticoagulation medications, including heavy use of aspirin, in a manner that does not allow for a minimum 1-week washout period prior to each treatment.

Never use the device:

• If you have received radiation therapy or chemotherapy within the past 3 months.
• If you are on painkillers which reduce the skin’s sensitivity to heat.
• If you take immunosuppressive medications.
• If you have received radiation therapy or chemotherapy within the past 3 months.
• If you have had surgery in the areas to be treated in the last 3 weeks.

Pathologies / Disorders
Never use the device:

• If you have diabetes or other systemic or metabolic diseases.
• If you have congestive heart disease.
• If you have a disease related to photosensitivity, such as polymorphic light eruption (PMLE), solar urticaria, porphyria, etc.
• If you have a history of collagen disorder, including a history of keloid scar formation or a history of poor wound healing.
• If you have epilepsy with flashlight sensitivity.
• If your skin is sensitive to light and easily develops a rash or an allergic reaction.
• If you have a skin disease such as active skin cancer, you have a history of skin cancer or any other localized cancer in the areas to be treated.
• If you have a history of vascular disorder, such as the presence of varicose veins or vascular ectasia in the areas to be treated.
• If you have any bleeding disorder.
• If you have a history of immunosuppressive disease (including HIV infection or AIDS).

Skin condition
Never use the device:

• If you have infections, eczema, burns, inflammation of hair follicles, open lacerations, abrasions, herpes simplex (cold sores), wounds or lesions, and hematomas in the areas to be treated.
• On irritated (red or cut), sunburned, recently tanned, or fake-tanned skin.
• On the following areas: On moles, freckles, large veins, darker pigmented areas, scars, and skin anomalies without consulting your doctor. This can result in a burn and a change in skin color, which makes it potentially harder to identify skin-related diseases.
• On following areas: On warts, tattoos or permanent make-up.

Location/Areas
Never use the device in the following areas:

• Around the eyes and on or near the eyebrows.
• On lips, nipples, areolas, labia minora, vagina, anus, and the inside of the nostrils and ears.
• Men must not use it on the face and neck including all beard-growing areas and the whole genital area.
• On areas, where you use long-lasting deodorants. This can result in skin reactions.
• Over or near anything artificial like silicone implants, subcutaneous Zinjection ports (insulin dispenser), or piercings.

Note: This list is not exhaustive. If you are not sure whether you can use the device, we advise you to consult your doctor.

Important

Danger

• Keep the device and the adapter dry.
• If the device is broken, do not touch any inner part to avoid electric shock.
• Water and electricity are a dangerous combination. Do not use this appliance in wet surroundings (e.g. near a filled bath, a running shower, or a filled swimming pool).

Warning

• This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the device by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the device.
• The device is not intended for children under the age of 15 years. Teenagers aged between 15 and 18 years can use the device with the consent and/or assistance of their parents or the persons who have parental authority over them. Adults 18 years and older can use the device freely.
• Always check the device before you use it. Do not use the device or adapter if it is damaged. Always replace a damaged part with one of the original types.
• Do not use the device if the UV filter of the light exit window and/ or attachment is broken.
• Do not modify or cut off any part of the adapter or the cord, as this causes a hazardous situation.
• Do not use any pencil or pen to mark the areas to be treated. This may cause burns on your skin.
• If you have dark-colored skin, be careful with treating a darker area immediately after a lighter area. The skin tone sensor may not block immediately the treatment on the darker body area.
• Hair removal by intense pulse light sources can cause increased hair growth in some individuals. Based upon currently available data, the highest risk groups for this response are females of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and South Asian heritage treated on the face and neck. The adapter, light exit window, and the filter of the attachments can become very hot after usage. Do not touch the adapter, the inner part of the light exit window, the filter, or the inner part of the attachments without having these cool down.

This device has a detachable power supply unit. Only use the detachable supply unit provided with this device (see symbol).

Philips REF: AD2069020020HF.
Note: If you notice a skin tone change from the last treatment (e.g. due to tanning), we recommend you perform a skin test and wait 30 minutes before your next treatment.

To prevent damage

• Make sure that nothing obstructs the airflow through the ventilation slots on the sides and the back of the device.
• Never subject the appliance to heavy shocks and do not shake or drop it.
• If you take the appliance from a very cold environment to a very warm environment or vice versa, wait approximately 3 hours before you use it.
• Store the appliance in a dust-free and dry place.
• Do not expose the appliance to temperatures lower than 5°C or higher than 35°C during use.
• To prevent damage, do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight or UV light for several hours.

Caution

• This device is only intended for removing unwanted body hair from areas below the cheekbones. Do not use it for any other purpose. Doing so may expose you to a hazardous situation. Men must not use it on the face and neck including all beard-growing areas and the whole genital area.
• This device is not washable. Never immerse the device in water and do not rinse it under the tap.
• For hygienic reasons, the device should only be used by one person.
• Use the device only in settings suitable for your skin type. Use at higher settings than those recommended can increase the risk of skin reactions and side effects.
• Only use the device for its intended purpose as shown in the user manual.
• Never use compressed air, scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents, or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean the device.
• The scattered light produced by the device is harmless to your eyes. Do not look at the flash while using the device. It is not necessary to wear goggles during use. Use the device in a well-lit room so that the light is less glaring to your eyes.
• Always return the device to a service center authorized by Philips for examination or repair. Repair by unqualified people could cause an extremely hazardous situation for the user.
• Never leave the device unattended when it is switched on. Always switch off the appliance after use.
• Do not use the device if any of the conditions mentioned in the chapter ‘Who should not use Lumea? Contraindications apply to you.
• Tanning with natural or artificial sunlight might influence the sensitivity and color of your skin. Perform a skin test to determine the appropriate light intensity setting.
• Before you use Lumea, you should clean your skin and make sure it is hair-free, entirely dry, and free from oily substances.
• Do not treat the same area of skin more than once during a session. This does not improve the effectiveness of the treatment but increases the risk of skin reactions.
• Lumea should never be painful. If you experience discomfort, reduce the light intensity setting.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)

This Philips device complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.

How IPL works

1. With Intense Pulsed Light technology, gentle pulses of light are applied to the skin and absorbed by the hair root. The lighter the skin and the darker the hair, the better the pulses of light are absorbed.
2. The pulses of light stimulate the hair follicle to go into a resting phase. As a consequence, the hair sheds naturally and hair regrowth is prevented.
3. The cycle of hair growth consists of different phases. IPL technology is only effective when the hair is in its growing phase. Not all hairs are in a growing phase at the same time. This is why we recommend you follow the initial treatment phase (4-5 treatments, every treatment 2 weeks apart) and then the follow-up treatment phase (touch-ups every 4-8 weeks) to make sure all hairs are effectively treated in the growing phase.

Tip: To assure long-lasting hair removal, touch-ups every 4 weeks are recommended.

Note: Treatment with Lumea is not effective if you have light blond, grey, red, or white hairs as light hairs do not absorb enough light. Below you can see the hair colors for which Lumea is suitable and effective.

Suitable body hair colors

Note: To check if your body hair color allows usage of the device, consult the hair color table with number 3 on the foldout page.

Recommended treatment schedule

Initial phase

For the first 4 to 5 treatments, we advise you to use Lumea Prestige once every two weeks to ensure that all hairs are treated.

• Note: Replacing one of the IPL treatments with another hair removal method (waxing, epilating, etc.) will not help to reach the desired hair reduction.
• Note: If you want to remove hairs in between the Lumea treatments, you can use your normal hair removal method

Touch-up phase

After the initial treatment phase (4-5 treatments), we recommend touch-ups every 4-8 weeks, when you see hairs growing back. This is to maintain results and enjoy smooth skin for months. The time between treatments may vary based on your individual hair regrowth and also across different body areas.

• Tip: You can write the treatment schedule in your agenda to remind yourself of the treatments so you will not forget.
• Note: Using the device more often does not enhance the effectiveness

Treatment time per area

• This symbol means: Using the device corded
• This symbol means: Using the device cordless

1. BRI950 1,2
2. BRI953, BRI954 1,2,5
3. BRI956, BRI959 1,2,3,4

What to expect

After the initial treatment phase

• After the first treatment, it can take 1 to 2 weeks for the hair to fall out. In the first weeks following the initial treatments, you still see some hairs growing. These are likely to be hairs that were not in their growing phase during the first treatments.
• After 2-3 treatments, you should see a noticeable reduction in hair growth. However, to effectively treat all hairs, it is important to keep on treating them according to the recommended treatment schedule.
• After 4-5 treatments, you should see a significant reduction of hair growth in the areas that you treated with Lumea. A reduction in hair density should be visible as well.

During the touch-up treatment phase

• Keep on treating with frequent touch-ups (every 4-8 weeks) to maintain the result.

Using your Lumea Prestige before and after tanning

Tanning with natural or artificial sunlight

Intentionally exposing your skin to natural or artificial sunlight with the aim of developing a tan influences the sensitivity and color of your skin. Therefore the following is important:

• After each treatment, wait at least 48 hours before tanning. Even after 48 hours, make sure that the treated skin does not show any redness from the treatment anymore.
• In case of exposing your skin to the sun (without tanning intentionally) in the 48 hours after treatment, use a sunblock SPF 50+ on the treated areas. After this period, you can use a sunblock SPF 30+ for two weeks.
• After tanning, wait at least 2 weeks before you use Lumea.
• After recent tanning, perform a skin test to determine the appropriate light intensity setting. For instructions see the chapter ‘Skin test’.
• Do not use Lumea on sunburned body areas.

Note: Occasional and indirect sun exposure does not qualify as tanning.

Tanning with creams

If you have used an artificial tanning lotion, wait until the artificial tan has disappeared completely before you use the device.

Before you use your Lumea Prestige

Pretreating your skin

Before you use Lumea, you should pretreat your skin by removing hairs on the surface of your skin. This allows the light to be absorbed by the hair parts below the skin surface to ensure effective treatment. You can either shave, short-trim, epilate, or wax. Do not use depilatory creams, as chemicals may cause skin reactions. If you choose to wax, please wait 24 hours before using Lumea to let your skin rest. We recommend that you take a shower before the treatment to ensure that all possible residue of wax has been removed from your skin.

1. Pretreat the areas you intend to treat with Lumea.
2. Clean your skin and make sure it is hair-free, entirely dry, and free from oily substances.

Skin test

When you use Lumea Prestige for the first time or after recent tanning, perform a skin test on each area to be treated. The skin test is necessary to check your skin’s reaction to the treatment and to determine the correct light intensity setting for each body area.

1. Attach the right attachment for the area you want to treat. See chapter: ‘Attachments’.
   Note: do not try the device on difficult or sensitive areas (ankle and bony area).

2. Turn on the device. Make sure you select setting 1.

3. Place the device at a 90° angle on the skin so that the integrated safety system is in contact with your skin. The integrated safety system prevents unintentional flashing without skin contact.

4. Press the flash button to release a flash.

5. Slide the device over the skin to the next area to be treated.

6. ncrease the setting by one level, apply a flash, and slide the device to the next area. Repeat this for all levels within the recommended range for your skin type. See the table in: ‘Selecting the right light intensity’.

7. After the skin test, wait 24 hours and check your skin for any reaction. If your skin shows reactions, choose the highest setting that did not result in any skin reaction for subsequent use.

Using your Lumea Prestige

Skin tone sensor

For extra safety, the Lumea Prestige has an integrated skin tone sensor that measures the skin tone at the beginning of each session and occasionally during the session. If it detects a skin tone that is too dark for treatment with Lumea, the ‘ready to flash’ light starts blinking orange and the device automatically disables to prevent you from developing skin reactions. This means that it does not flash when you press the flash button.

Attachments

For optimal results and safety, it is important to change attachments per body area. Lumea Prestige offers full body-specific treatment having up to four different tailored attachments.

Note: The device might not work anymore and show an error when there is dirt on the attachment connector. Clean the contact leads when this occurs.
To place the attachment, simply snap it onto the light exit window.

To remove the attachment, pull it off the light exit window.

Body Attachment
The body attachment has the largest treatment window and a curved-in design to cover effectively and treat areas below the neckline. Especially large areas such as legs, arms, and stomach.

Facial Attachment
The facial attachment has a precise flat design with an extra integrated filter for safe and precise treatment of sensitive skin on the upper lip, chin, and sideburns.

Caution:

• Do not treat your eyebrows with Lumea.
• When you treat the area above your upper lip, be careful that you do not flash on the lip.

Armpit attachment (BRI959, BRI956)
The armpit attachment has a specifically curved-out design to treat hard-to- reach armpit hairs.

Precision attachment (BRI953, BRI954)
The precision attachment is curved-out for use in bikini and armpit areas. It has a medium-sized window with an extra transparent filter. It is designed for precise and effective coverage of bikini and armpit areas.

Bikini attachment (BRI956, BRI959)
The bikini attachment has a specialized design for the effective treatment of bikini areas. It has a curved design with a transparent bikini filter. Hair in this area tends to be typically thicker and stronger than leg hair, therefore the bikini area attachment has a special filter for treating the coarser hair in the bikini area.

Selecting the right light intensity

Lumea provides 5 different light intensities and advises you on the right setting you should use based on your skin tone. You will always be able to change to a light intensity setting you find comfortable.

1. Press the on/off button to turn on the device. The device starts to operate at light intensity setting 1.
   Note: To adjust the light intensity setting manually without using the skin advice, use the toggle button until you have reached the required setting. The corresponding intensity light level lights up white.

2. Press the SmartSkin sensor and put the device on your skin.

3. After the device scanned your skin, the suggested intensity lights will blink white to indicate which intensities you can use based on your skin tone.

4. Press the confirmation button to confirm that you want to use the suggested setting advice to start using the device. Philips Lumea will automatically use the highest suggested intensity, indicated by a continuous lighting-led indicator. Lumea gives you the freedom to select the light intensity that you find most convenient. If you want to set the light intensity setting manually, please consult the table below. This table shows settings that for the majority of users provide a comfortable, but still effective setting.

5. Using Lumea should never be painful. If you experience discomfort, reduce the light intensity setting. You can do this by using the up-down buttons.
   Note: The device automatically disables when your skin tone is too dark (skin type VI), to prevent you from developing skin reactions. The ‘ready to flash’ light will blink orange to indicate if the skin tone is too dark.

6. After moving to another body area or recent tanning, perform a skin test to determine the right light intensity setting. To re-activate the setting advice feature, press the magnifying glass symbol.
   Note: Since body areas might differ in skin color, you need to select the right setting for each body area separately.

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| Note: To check if your skin type allows usage of the device, consult the skin tone table with number 2 on the foldout page.

Note: Your skin may react differently on different days/occasions for a number of reasons.

Handling the device

1. Before use, clean the attachment and the light exit window.
2. Put the small plug in the device and put the adapter in the wall socket.
   • Note: If the device is not fully charged when you start treatment, the battery will run out during a full-body treatment. We advise you to always fully charge the device before you start treatment or to use it corded.
3. Switch on the device and select the right light intensity for your skin tone. For selecting the right skin tone, you can make use of the setting advice, see chapter: ‘Selecting the right light intensity’.
4. Place the device at a 90° angle on the skin so that the integrated safety system is in contact with your skin. The integrated safety system prevents unintentional flashing without skin contact.
5. Press the device firmly onto your skin to ensure proper skin contact. The ‘ready to flash light’ on the back of the device lights up white to indicate that you can proceed with the treatment.
   • Note: When the ‘ready to flash’ light starts blinking orange, your skin is not suitable for treatment. In this case, the device automatically disables. You can try to use the device in other areas with a lighter skin tone.
   • Note: If the ‘ ready to flash’ light does not light up white, the device is not completely in contact with your skin.
   • TIP: If you use Lumea on your bikini area and want to leave some hair in place, make sure that the skin tone sensor is not placed on the remaining hair during the treatment, as this can cause the device to block.
6. Press the flash button to release a flash. The device makes a soft popping sound. You should feel a warm sensation because of the flash.
   • Note: The scattered light produced by the device is harmless to your eyes. Do not look at the flash while using the device. It is not necessary to wear goggles during use. Use the device in a well-lit room so that the light is less glaring to your eyes.
7. Place the device in the next area to be treated. After each flash, it takes up to 2 seconds until the device is ready to flash again. You can release a flash when the ‘ready to flash’ light lights up white.
8. To make sure that you have treated all areas, release the flashes close to each other. Effective light only comes out of the light exit window. Part of the device that is in contact with your skin is slightly larger, therefore, there should be some overlap. However, make sure you flash the same area only once.
   • Note: Flashing the same area twice does not improve the effectiveness of the treatment, but increases the risk of skin reactions.
   • Note: Do not use any pencil or pen to mark the areas to be treated, as this may cause side effects to your skin.
9. When you have finished the treatment, press and hold the on/off button to switch off the device. Remove the adapter from the wall socket if you used the device corded.
   • Note: If you did not use the device for a long period of time, it is important to perform a skin test again and have it charged to avoid deep discharge.

Two treatment modes: Stamp & Flash and Slide & Flash

Your Philips Lumea has two treatment modes for more convenient use on different body areas:

• The Stamp & Flash mode is ideal to treat small or curvy areas like knees and underarms. Simply press and release the flash button to release a single flash.
• The Slide & Flash mode offers convenience to use on larger areas like legs. Keep the flash button pressed while you slide the device over your skin to release several flashes in a row.
  • Note: The device needs up to 2 seconds (when used with a cord, or up to 3.5 seconds when used without a cord) in between two flashes, so make sure you flash on every area you wish to treat. Sliding too fast over the skin will cause missed spots.

After use

Common skin reactions
Your skin may show slight redness and/or may prickle, tingle or feel warm. This reaction is absolutely harmless and disappears quickly. Dry skin and itching may occur due to shaving or a combination of shaving and light treatment. You can cool the area with an ice pack or a wet face cloth. If dryness persists, you can apply a non-scented moisturizer on the treated area.

Rare side effects
Burns, excessive redness (e.g. around hair follicles), and swelling:

These reactions occur rarely. They are the result of using a light intensity that is too high for your skin tone. If these reactions do not disappear within 3 days, we advise you to consult a doctor. Wait with the next treatment until the skin has healed completely and make sure you use a lower light intensity.

Skin discoloration: this occurs very rarely. Skin discoloration manifests itself as either a darker patch (hyperpigmentation) or a lighter patch (hypopigmentation) than the surrounding area. This is the result of using a light intensity that is too high for your skin tone. If the discoloration does not disappear within 2 weeks, we advise you to consult a doctor. Do not treat discolored areas until the discoloration has disappeared and your skin has regained its normal skin tone.

• Skin infection is very rare but is a possible risk following a (micro) wound, a skin burn, skin irritation, etc.
• Epidermal heating (a sharply defined brownish area that often occurs with darker skin tones and is not accompanied by skin dryness): This reaction occurs very rarely. In case this reaction does not disappear within 1 week, we advise you to consult a doctor. Wait with the next treatment until the skin has healed completely and make sure you use a lower light intensity.
• Blistering (looks like small bubbles on the surface of the skin): this occurs very rarely. In case this reaction does not disappear within 1 month or when the skin gets infected, we advise you to consult a doctor. Wait with the next treatment until the skin has healed completely and make sure you use a lower light intensity.
• Scarring: often the secondary effect of a burn, which can take longer than a month to heal.
• Folliculitis (swelling around hair follicles combined with pustule formation): this reaction occurs very rarely and is the result of bacteria penetrating the damaged skin. In case this reaction occurs, we advise you to consult a doctor as folliculitis may need antibiotic ointment.
• Excessive pain: this can occur during or after treatment if you have used the device on skin that is not hair-free, if you use the device at a light intensity that is too high for your skin tone, if you flash the same area more than once and if you use the device on open wounds, inflammations, infections, tattoos, burns, etc.

Aftercare

After use, you can safely apply lotions, creams, deodorants, moisturizers, or cosmetics to the treated areas. If you experience skin irritation or skin redness after treatment, wait until it disappears before applying any product to your skin. If you experience skin irritation after applying a product to your skin, wash it off with water.

Note: when following all instructions you may still get skin reactions. In this case, stop using the device and contact the consumer care center in your country.

Charging

Fully charge the batteries before you use the device for the first time and when the batteries are empty. Fully charging the batteries takes up to 1 hour and 40 minutes. Charge the device when the charging light lights up orange during use to indicate that the battery is low and will run out soon. Fully charged batteries provide at least 130 flashes at light intensity 5. Fully charge the device every 3 to 4 months, even if you do not use the appliance for a longer time.

Charging the device:

1. Switch off the device.
2. Insert the small plug into the device and put the adapter in the wall socket.
   • The charging light flashes white to indicate that the appliance is charging.
   • When the batteries are fully charged, the charging light lights up white continuously.
   • Notes: The adapter and the appliance feel warm during charging. This is normal.
   • Note: This device is equipped with battery-overheat protection and does not charge if the room temperature exceeds 40°C.
   • Never cover the appliance and device during charging.
3. After charging, remove the adapter from the wall socket and pull the small plug out of the device.
   • Note: The battery functionality is not enough for a full-body treatment.

Cleaning & storage

1. After use, switch off the device, unplug it, and let it cool down.
   • Note: Light exit window and the attachment can become very hot after usage.
2. Remove the attachment.
3. Moisten the soft cloth supplied with the device with a few drops of water and use it to clean the following parts:
   • the light exit window on the device
   • the outside surface of the attachments
   • the reflector inside the attachments
   • the transparent filter glass in the bikini and precision attachment
   • the reddish filter glass inside the facial attachment
   • the skin tone sensor window
4. Let all parts air dry thoroughly.
5. Store the device in a dust-free place at a temperature between -25° to +70°C and a humidity range between 15-90%.

Warranty and support

If you need information or support, please visit www.philips.com/support or read the international warranty leaflet.

Recycling

• This symbol means that this product shall not be disposed of with normal household waste (2012/19/EU).
• This symbol means that this product contains a built-in rechargeable battery which shall not be disposed of with normal household waste (2006/66/EC). We strongly advise you to take your product to an official collection point or a Philips service center to have a professional remove the rechargeable battery.
• Follow your country’s rules for the separate collection of electrical and electronic products and rechargeable batteries. Correct disposal helps prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.

Technical specifications

• Rated voltage 100V-240V
• Rated frequency 50Hz-60Hz
• Rated input 70W
• Protection against electric shock Class II
• Protections rating IP 30 (EN 60529)
• Operating conditions Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C
• Relative humidity: 15% to 90% (noncondensing)
• Storage conditions temperature -25° to +70°C
• Storage conditions humidity Less than 90% (noncondensing)
• Maximum variation of the light output over the treatment area <20%
• Operating pressure 700hPa-1060hPa
• Duration of the pulsetrain Single pulse
• Altitude Max. 3000m
• Emitted wavelengths 565 to 1400 nm
• Lithium-ion battery 2 x 3.6 Volt 1000 mAh
• Optical exposure 2.4-6.5 J/cm2
• Maximum optical energy 4.8 – 23 J
• Optical homogeneity Max. +/- 20% deviation from average optical exposure in
• treatment area
• Repetition time 1-3.5 s
• Pulse duration <2.5 ms
• Flash interval Between 1-3.5s depending on battery/mains connected use
• Pulse sequence Single pulse
• Optical spectrum 560 – 1200 nm

FAQ’s

How many times a week can I use Philips Lumea?

For the first four sessions, use Lumea once every two weeks to make sure all hairs are treated. 3 days before or after your scheduled treatment day, reward yourself. If you haven’t begun your treatment 3 days before or 3 days after the prescribed treatment date, you must restart the first phase.

How long do the effects of Lumea last?

It is designed to offer six months of hair-free smoothness. According to Philips, “objective tests reveal up to 92% hair eradication in as few as three sessions.”

How is Philips Lumea affected by excessive use?

The idea that using your Philips Lumea more frequently than is recommended can speed up the hair removal process is untrue.

How long can you use the Philips Lumea?

Philips recommended using your Lumea every two weeks for at least four weeks in order to see results. Using it more regularly won’t result in faster results. Once you’ve flashed your way to hair-free skin, you can maintain it by using the Lumea every four to eight weeks.

The Philips Lumea can be used by numerous individuals.

The Philips Lumea is designed for lone use. The use of the equipment by several users may reduce its longevity. We don’t suggest sharing the device because it’s unhygienic to do so.

Can you take a shower after Lumea?

The Philips Lumea cannot be submerged in water. Any contact with water could cause damage to its machinery. Therefore, refrain from using your Philips Lumea while showering or taking a bath. Ensure that your skin is completely dry before using Philips Lumea.

After Lumea, is moisturizing okay?

If you experience skin sensitivity or redness after your IPL treatment, we advise you to wait until these symptoms subside before applying any goods to your skin. Once the skin feels normal, apply your chosen lotion, moisturizer, or cosmetic to the treated regions. Your skin can be moisturized without risk.

Does Philips Lumea eliminate hair permanently?

The flashes from Philips Lumea, in contrast, are much gentler. However, the results of both hair removal techniques are the same. It’s unlikely that using IPL at home or in a salon will completely remove all hair permanently. You must always maintain your skin in order to keep it fully hair-free.

What drawbacks does Philips Lumea possess?

It’s possible for your skin to feel warm, prickle, tingle, or show a small amount of redness.

Those who are not permitted to use Philips Lumea

Philips Lumea shouldn’t be used by anyone under the age of 18.

Is Philips Lumea safe to apply on my face?

Philips Lumea can’t be utilized for facial region therapy, unfortunately.

Can Philips Lumea harm your eyes?

Philips Lumea was developed with your safety in mind, and it is safe for your eyes. The safety feature turns off the flashing when the device is not totally in contact with the skin.

Can I still use Lumea after shaving?

Remove all hair from your skin that is still visible before starting your treatment. Waxing, epilation, or shaving is all options for treating the desired areas. Before using Philips Lumea after waxing, we suggest waiting at least 24 hours.

How soon will Lumea be available?

Under perfect lighting conditions, the majority of lume-painted clocks can be fully charged in 30 minutes or less.

Does the lamp in my Philips Lumea need to be changed?

There is no need to swap out the Philips Lumea’s high-performance light. Based on average usage for one person, findings can be continuously retained for several years.

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