EN Hair removal
Instructions for use
IPL 8500
Velvet Skin Pro
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Read these instructions for use carefully. Observe the warnings and safety notes. Keep these instructions for
use for future reference. Make the instructions for use accessible to other users. If the device is passed on,
provide the instructions for use to the next user as well.
Table of contents
1. Included in delivery ......................................................... 4
2. Signs and symbols .......................................................... 4
3. Intended use ....................................................................4
4. Warnings and safety notes .............................................. 4
5. What is the beurer Velvet Skin Pro? ................................ 6
6. Device description ...........................................................7
7. Initial use .........................................................................8
8. Usage ............................................................................ 10
8.1 Starting treatment ................................................. 10
8.2 Facial treatment ....................................................11
8.3 Care after facial treatment ....................................11
9. Cleaning and maintenance ............................................11
10. What if there are problems? ........................................ 11
11. Disposal .......................................................................12
12. Technical specifications .............................................. 12
13. Warranty/service .......................................................... 12
WARNING
• The device and adapter are only intended for use in the home/private
use and are not intended for commercial use.
• The device is only suitable for adults over the age of 18.
• Children must not play with the device.
• Check that the device and the mains cable are in perfect working or-
der before each usage. In the event of damage, the device must not
be used.
• The device and adapter must not get wet.
• Do not use the device in damp environments, for example near ba-
thtubs, wash basins, showers or other containers with water or other
liquids– risk of electric shock!
• Never look into the light.
• Do not insert any objects into the device.
• Make sure that the device’s vents are not covered.
• In order to avoid an electric shock, do not touch any internal compo-
nents if the device is damaged.
• If the mains connection cable of this device is damaged, it must be
disposed of. If it cannot be removed, the device must be disposed of.
• Never operate the device unsupervised. Children should be super-
vised to ensure that they do not use the device as a toy.
• Under no circumstances should you open or repair the device your-
self, as faultless functionality can no longer be guaranteed thereafter.
Failure to adhere to this instruction will void the warranty.
• Do not use the device while charging.
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1. INCLUDED IN DELIVERY
Check that the exterior of the cardboard delivery packaging is
intact and make sure that all contents are present. Before use,
ensure that there is no visible damage to the device or acces-
sories and that all packaging material has been removed. If you
have any doubts, do not use the device and contact your retailer
or the specified Customer Service address.
1 x Beurer IPL Velvet Skin Pro
1 x Precision attachment
1 x Mains adapter
1 x Set of instructions for use
1 x Storage bag
2. SIGNS AND SYMBOLS
The following symbols are used on the device, in these instruc-
tions for use, on the packaging and on the type plate for the de-
vice:
DANGER
Indicates an imminent danger. If it is not avoided, it will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially impending danger. If it is not avoided,
there is a risk of death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially impending danger. If it is not avoided,
slight or minor injuries may result.
NOTICE
Indicates a potentially harmful situation. If it is not avoided,
the system or something in its vicinity may be damaged.
Danger
The device must not be used near to water or in water
(e.g. in a wash basin, or in the shower or bath) – risk of
electric shock!
Observe the instructions
Read the instructions before starting work and/or
operating devices or machines
Protection class II device
For indoor use only
Protect from rain and keep dry
Warning; Optical radiation
Keep away from eyes!
Do not use on tanned skin or after exposure to the sun.
The electronic device must not be disposed of with
household waste
CE labelling
This product satisfies the requirements of the appli-
cable European and national directives.
United Kingdom Conformity Assessed Mark
The products demonstrably meet the requirements of
the Technical Regulations of the EAEU.
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Marking to identify the packaging material.
A = Material code, B = Material number: 1-7 = Plastics,
20-22 = Paper and cardboard
Separate the product and packaging elements and
dispose of them in accordance with local regulations.
Temperature limit
Humidity limitation
Polarity of d.c. power connector
Energie Ezienz Level 6
Gleichstrom
Manufacturer
Read the instructions
3. INTENDED USE
The beurer Velvet Skin Pro is intended for use by adults for the
removal of unwanted body hair.
The ideal body areas on which to use the beurer Velvet Skin
Pro are the legs, armpits, bikini zone, chest, stomach and face
below the cheekbones for women. The device is not intended
for removing hair on the anus, genitals or nipples. Only use it in
accordance with the instructions for use.
4. WARNINGS AND SAFETY NOTES
WARNING
• This appliance shall not be used by children and shall not be
applied on the skin of children. This appliance can be used by
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision
• Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro when pregnant or
breastfeeding.
• If you discover extreme reddening, blistering or burns on the
skin, STOP USING THE DEVICE IMMEDIATELY!
• 48 hours before using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro for the first
time, perform a skin sensitivity test on a small area of skin
in the intended treatment area (see Chapter 7, step 2: “Skin
sensitivity test”).
• Never look directly into the light emitted from the IPL lamp.
This product emits potentially dangerous optical radiation.
Ensure that the light area of the attachment remains in full
contact with the skin.
• Never attempt to release a light pulse into the air!
• On the basis of the “Hair and skin colour chart” on the back
page of these instructions for use, determine which light in-
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tensities are best suited to the colour of your skin and your
body hair and whether this method is suitable for you to use
at all (if not, this is marked by an ‘x’ in the chart).
• Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro on naturally dark skin.
Treating dark skin with the beurer Velvet Skin Pro can have
adverse consequences, such as burns, blisters or discoloura-
tion of the skin (hyper or hypopigmentation).
• The beurer Velvet Skin Pro works best on darker hair types
or on hair with a high melanin content. Black and dark brown
hair shows the best response and, although brown and light
brown hair will also respond to the treatment, it usually re-
quires more hair removal sessions. Red hair could produce a
reaction. White, grey or blond hair does not usually respond
to the beurer Velvet Skin Pro, although several users have
noticed results after multiple hair removal sessions.
• The beurer Velvet Skin Pro can cause temporary pigmenta-
tion.
• Do not attempt to open or repair your beurer Velvet Skin Pro
device. When the beurer Velvet Skin Pro is opened, you could
come into contact with dangerous electrical components or
with pulsed light energy, which could result in serious injury
and/or permanent damage to the eyes.
• For the purposes of recharging the battery, only use the de-
tachable supply unit provided with this appliance.
• Possible eye injury (potentially leading to loss of vision) or
skin injury if instructions are not followed. Read and follow
the instructions
• Misuse can lead to eye damage. Protect the eye from expo-
sure. Do not use the appliance over the eye lids or close to
the eye.
• Do not override the safety mechanisms inherent to the device.
• If taking a photosensitizing medication or herbal remedy, seek
medical advice prior to application of the appliance as use
may harm the skin.
• The device is not intended for the treatment of medical con-
ditions. Medical advice should be sought to address, for ex-
ample, moles, skin rash, itchy skin, skin fungus or infection,
skin bumps, or skin tags
• Avoid over-usage which includes excessive passes, stacking
of pulses and/or increased frequency of use.
• Please take care when use the device in presence of injecta-
ble filler and toxins. It is not recommended to use the device
for 3 month post operation in the treatment area.
DANGER
Keep the beurer Velvet Skin Pro away from water! The
beurer Velvet Skin Pro is an electrical device. Do not
place it in water or allow it to fall into water or any
other liquid.
This can lead to severe electric shock.
• Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro when you are taking
a bath.
• Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro when the device is
damp or wet.
• Do not reach for the beurer Velvet Skin Pro if it has fallen into
water.
• Never touch the mains plug or the device with wet hands!
Notes on handling batteries
WARNING
• Risk of explosion! Risk of fire! Failure to comply with the
points mentioned can result in personal injury, overheating,
leakage, venting, breakage, explosion, or fire.
• Always use the correct or supplied charging cable/charger/
mains adapter for charging.
• Avoid continuous charging or overcharging. Unplug the
charger when charging is complete.
• Only use with the battery charger DYS825-120180W-2.
• Charge the device under supervision, paying attention to any
heat generated, deformation, or release of gases. If in doubt,
stop charging.
• If batteries/charging cables/chargers are defective, stop
using them and dispose of them properly as soon as possible
(see chapter on disposal).
• Do not throw the device or batteries into a fire.
• Never forcibly discharge, heat, disassemble, open, crush,
deform, encapsulate, modify, or knock the device or batteries.
• Never short-circuit batteries or the connections of the battery-
powered device.
• Protect the device or batteries from direct sunlight, rain, heat,
and water.
• Exposure of batteries to an environment with extremely high
temperatures or an extremely low air pressure may result in
explosion or leakage of flammable liquids and gases.
• If fluid from a battery comes into contact with your skin or
eyes, wash the aected areas with water and seek medical
assistance.
NOTICE
• This device contains a battery that is not replaceable. Once a
battery has reached the end of its service life, the device must
be disposed of properly (see chapter on disposal).
CAUTION
To prevent damage
• Do not attempt to open or repair your beurer Velvet Skin Pro
device. Attempting to open the beurer Velvet Skin Pro can
damage the device and invalidates your warranty.
• During use, do not expose the device to temperatures below
10°C or above 40°C.
• The device should never be left unattended when the mains
part is plugged into a socket.
• Only use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro for its intended purpose
and as described in the instructions for use.
• Do not operate the beurer Velvet Skin Pro if a cable or plug is
damaged and keep the mains cable away from hot surfaces.
• Pull the mains plug of the beurer Velvet Skin Pro out of the
socket before cleaning.
• Pull the mains plug out of the socket after charging the bat-
tery.
• Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro with attachments or
accessories that are not recommended by Beurer GmbH.
• Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro if you see or smell
smoke while using the device.
• Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro if it is not working pro-
perly or if it appears to be damaged.
• Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro if the skin colour sensor
under the light area is cracked or broken.
• Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro if the exterior housing is
cracked or falling apart.
• Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro if the light area is cra-
cked, broken or missing.
• Do not operate the beurer Velvet Skin Pro if the cable or plug
is damaged.
• Only charge the device with the supplied adapter.
• Do not use the device if the UV filter of the light emission
window is damaged.
• Do not use the precision attachment if the filter is damaged.
• Make sure that an unimpeded flow of air through the ventila-
tion holes is ensured.
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WARNING
Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro under any circumstan-
ces if you suer from one of the following ailments:
• If you suer from skin cancer or have done in the past.
• If you suer from epilepsy.
• If you suer from keloid scars.
• If you have herpes or psoriasis.
• If you are photosensitive or suer from another form of light
sensitivity, such as porphyria, poly morphic photodermatosis,
solar urticaria, lupus, etc.
• If you suer from a metabolic disorder, such as diabetes.
• If you suer from a blood clotting disorder.
Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro under any circumstan-
ces if you are taking any of the following medication:
• If you are taking medication that makes the skin more sensi-
tive to light, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(for example, aspirin, ibuprofen, paracetamol), tetracyclines,
phenothiazines, thiazide diuretics, sulphonylurea, sulfonami-
de, DTIC, fluorouracil, vinblastine, griseofulvin, alpha hydroxy
acids (AHAs), beta hydroxy acids (BHAs), Retin-A
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, Accuta-
ne
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and/or topical retinoids.
• If you are undergoing or recently underwent treatment with
azelaic acid.
• If you have taken tetracycline antibiotics in the past two
weeks.
• If you have been treated with Accutane
®
(isotretinoin) in the
past six months.
• If you have been on a course of steroids in the past three
months.
• If you have had a skin exfoliation treatment or other skin
smoothing procedure in the last six to eight weeks.
• If you have undergone radiation or chemotherapy in the past
three months.
Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro under any circumstan-
ces in the following areas:
• On mucous membranes in the ear or nose area.
• On or next to an active implant, such as a pace-
maker or a device for incontinence, insulin pump,
etc.
• On the face above the cheekbones, around the eyes, eyeb-
rows or eyelashes for women, as this could result in severe
damage to the eyes.
• On the whole face and neck for men.
• On nipples, genitals (male or female) or around the anus.
• On piercings or other metal objects, such as earrings or je-
wellery.
• On tattoos or permanent make-up in the area to be treated.
• On dark brown or black patches, such as large freckles, birth-
marks, moles, blisters or warts.
• On eczema, psoriasis, lesions, open wounds or acute infec-
tions. Wait until the aected area has healed before using the
beurer Velvet Skin Pro.
• On damaged or cracked skin or in areas at risk of malignancy.
• On an area of your body where you may like to have hair in
the future.
• On areas where skin integrity has been impaired (for example,
in the presence of burns, lesions, blisters, scars, cuts, open
wounds, active skin disease, recent sun tan or sun burn, and/
or infection)
Warning to sunbathers before and after
treatment!
Sunbathing before treatment
• After sunbathing, wait at least two weeks befo-
re using the device.
• Before treatment, check the skin for signs of
sunburn. If you have sunburn that has not healed, wait until it
has completely healed to use the device.
• Carry out a skin sensitivity test on the tanned skin (see Chap-
ter 7, step 2) to determine which energy intensity is right for
you.
Sunbathing after treatment
• After treatment, wait at least 48 hours before sunbathing. Skin
that is still reddened must be kept out of the sun.
• For the first two weeks after the treatment, the treated skin
must be covered with clothing or sunscreen (at least SPF 30)
when you are out in the sun.
Tanning with artificial light
The instructions for “sunbathing before treatment” and “sunba-
thing after treatment” also apply to tanning using an artificial light
and tanning lotion.
Do not use the device 24 hours before or after using a sauna/
swimming pool, as the chlorine may lead to skin irritation.
NOTICE
This list is not exhaustive. If you are unsure as to whether it
is safe for you to use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro, seek advice
from your doctor or dermatologist.
5. WHAT IS THE BEURER VELVET SKIN
PRO?
After using the beurer
Velvet Skin Pro
Before using the beurer
Velvet Skin Pro
During a pulse from the
beurer Velvet Skin Pro
The beurer Velvet Skin Pro is a light-
based device for lasting hair remo-
val for private use. The hair removal
process based on laser and light is
a well known and proven method.
In 15 years of clinical applications
around the world, it has proven to
be a safe and eective method for
achieving lasting hair reduction.
How does the light remo-
ve the hair?
Light-based hair removal is founded
on the principle of selective photo-
thermolysis, which uses optical
energy to deactivate hair growth. To
achieve such a thermal eect, the
hair shaft must selectively absorb
the light energy and convert it into
heat.
This selectivity is achieved when the optical energy that is re-
leased into the tissue is mainly absorbed by the pigment of the
hair shaft, while the skin and the surrounding tissue remain cool.
Melanin is the pigment in the hair shaft that is responsible for
absorbing the light and generates the heat that ultimately deacti-
vates hair growth. Therefore, the more melanin present in the hair
(i.e. the darker the hair), the more light can be absorbed and the
more eectively the light can work for the hair removal.
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What eect does the hair growth cycle have on
light-based hair removal?
Telogen – resting
phase
Anagen – growth
phase
Catagen – transi-
tional phase
Every hair on our body goes through the
three phases of the hair growth cycle:
anagen, catagen and telogen. These
phases have a significant influence on
how eective the light-based hair remo-
val is.
Anagen is the hair growth phase, while
catagen is the transitional phase and
telogen is the resting phase.Anagen ist
die Haarwuchsphase, während Katagen
die Übergangsphase und Telogen die
Ruhephase ist.
Although the duration of a complete
hair growth cycle diers from person to
person and depends on the area of the
body the hair is growing on, the cycle
generally lasts 18 – 24 months. At any gi-
ven time, the majority of the hair follicles
on an area of skin are in the resting pha-
se. The beurer Velvet Skin Pro can have
no eect on these resting hairs.
However, the hairs in the anagen growth
phase respond to the beurer Velvet Skin
Pro. Please note that at least one com-
plete hair growth cycle is required in or-
der to achieve long-lasting hair removal
using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro.
18 – 24
months
Anagen
Telogen
Catagen
With the beurer Velvet Skin Pro, safety is the
top priority
• IPL technology with the beurer Velvet Skin Pro – the high-
est level of safety with a lower level of energy
Thanks to Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) technology, lasting hair
removal results can be achieved with a mere fraction of the
energy used by other light-based hair removal devices. The
low level of energy used in the beurer Velvet Skin Pro redu-
ces the potential risk of damage or complications and con-
tributes to your general safety.
• beurer Velvet Skin Pro protects your skin
Light-based hair removal is not suitable for naturally dark
skin tones or tanned skin. The beurer Velvet Skin Pro fea-
tures an integrated skin colour sensor that measures the
colour of the area of skin to be treated, meaning that it is
only possible to use the device on suitable skin colours. This
safety feature prevents you from treating your skin if it is too
dark or too tanned. The light opening of the device features
built-in UV protection, blocking dangerous UV radiation.
• beurer Velvet Skin Pro protects your eyes
To protect the eyes, the beurer Velvet Skin Pro features a
built-in skin contact sensor. The sensor was developed so
that no light pulses can be emitted when the device is held in
the air. A flash is only triggered when the skin contact sensor
is resting on your skin.
6. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The associated drawings are shown on page 3.
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Flashing light
2
Light opening
3
Trigger button (the “Auto Flash” mode is applied after 3 fla-
shes have been triggered in succession).
4
Energy level display
5
Battery level display
6
Energy level selection buttons
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Button for automatic skin tone detection
8
ON/OFF - button
9
Indicator lamp
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Skin tone and skin contact sensor
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Charging socket
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Precision attachment
1.
ON/OFF button – The device is switched on and o by simply
pressing the button. The device switches o automatically
if it is not used for fiveminutes. When the device is switched
on, all the lights on the energy level display briefly illuminate,
whereupon the device switches to energy level1.
2. Button for automatic skin tone detection – By pressing the
button, you can establish the recommended energy level for
your treatment on the relevant area of skin. If this button is
pressed, it illuminates green and all the energy level selection
buttons flash for tenseconds. If the skin contact sensor is in
full contact with the desired treatment area and a light pulse
is emitted, the recommended energy level (depending on the
skin tone at the area being treated) is automatically set; the
energy level display illuminates accordingly. It should be no-
ted that the recommended energy level is only selected if the
corresponding button is pressed, not if the skin tone changes
or the treatment area is changed.
3. Energy level selection buttons – The button + (higher energy
level) and – (lower energy level) allow you to choose between
six dierent levels. Select the energy level according to your
personal physical comfort or based on your skin sensitivity
test. You can use the button for automatic skin tone detection
to select the optimum energy level for each treatment area.
- By pressing the buttons + or – (after switching on the
device), the energy will be increased or lowered respec-
tively by one level. Each additional press changes the
energy level between the lowest (marked with “1”) and the
highest level (marked with “6”).
- A corresponding number of green lights on the energy
level display illuminate depending on the selected energy
level.
4.
Battery status indicator – This display provides information
about the battery charge status:
- Red – Battery charging.
Note: If the light for energy level1 illuminates in addition
to this red light, the device is switched on.
- Green– The battery is completely charged and the device
is connected to the external power supply.
- Red, flashing slowly– Low battery charge status (approxi-
mately 30per cent).
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- Red, flashing quickly– Very low battery charge status
(approximately 10per cent).
Note: The battery charge display only illuminates green or
only flashes red if the device is switched on.
5.
Indicator lamp– This display on the rear of the device features
several dierent status lights (see following table).
Display Mode
Illumina-
ted, green
On. Ready for light pulse. No lights
light up when issuing a light pulse
or between light pulses.
Lit up,
orange
Triggering
(light pulse)
is blocked.
The device does not issue a light
pulse due to insucient skin
contact.
Lit up, red Triggering
(light pulse)
is blocked.
The device does not emit a pulse
due to an impermissible skin
tone (high Fitzpatrick value as
per note on the back page of the
instructions for use).
Flashing,
orange
Indication of
end of the
operating
life.
Indicates the operating life of the
flashing light will soon end.
Illumina-
ted, red
End of the
operating
life reached.
The device is permanently
blocked, the flashing light has
reached its illumination limit, an
internal fault has occurred or the
treatment window is not properly
positioned on the device.
7. INITIAL USE
STEP 1: Check whether the beurer Velvet Skin
Pro is suitable for you
WARNING
Before using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro for the first time, check
whether the device is suitable for you.
To check whether the beurer Velvet Skin Pro is suitable for you,
read Chapter “4. Warnings and safety notes” and determine
which light intensities are best suited to your skin and your body
hair and whether this method is suitable for you to use at all (if
not, this is marked by an ‘x’ in the chart) on the basis of the “Hair
and skin colour chart” on the back page of these instructions
for use.
STEP 2: Skin sensitivity test
WARNING
Perform a skin sensitivity test before using the beurer Velvet Skin
Pro.
The aim of the skin sensitivity test is to determine how your skin
reacts to treatment using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro. Furthermore,
it helps you to set the optimum energy level for each treatment
zone.
Perform a skin sensitivity test on every area of skin that you would
like to treat 48 hours prior to the complete treatment.
NOTICE
In the case of facial treatment, the skin sensitivity test should be
performed on an area without hair, such as below the ear or on
the side of the neck.
1.
Before the treatment, ensure that the skin is shaved, clean and
dry (free from any residue such as powder, cream, make-up,
antiperspirant or deodorant).
WARNING
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should you clean the skin with
flammable liquids such as alcohol or acetone shortly before using
the beurer Velvet Skin Pro.
2. Set up the device as described in Chapter 8.1 “Starting treat-
ment” under points 2 to 5.
3. Place the light area of the device on the desired test area and
make sure it is in full contact with the skin.
4.
The device is automatically set to the lowest energy level.
Trigger the first pulse with energy level 1 by pressing the trig-
ger button. You will see a bright flash, hear a cracking noise
and may feel a slight burning sensation and/or warmth. Within
max. 3 seconds, the device is ready for the next pulse and the
indicator lamp on the beurer Velvet Skin Pro is continuously
illuminated green.
5.
Remove the light opening from the skin and place it on the
next part of the test area.
NOTICE
• Only increase the energy level if the previous level is not un-
comfortable for you. If energy level 1 is uncomfortable for you,
do not increase the energy level.
• You can use the button for automatic skin tone detection to
automatically determine the recommended energy level for
the respective treatment area. Make sure that the recommen-
dation is made based on your skin tone. You can adjust the
energy level at any time.
6.
The energy level can be increased by an increment of 1 by
pressing the “+” energy level button. The energy level indica-
tor illuminates in accordance with the selected energy level.
Trigger the second pulse with energy level 2 by pressing the
trigger button.
7. Only repeat steps 5 and 6 if you feel in good health, until you
have reached the top energy level 6. Stop the test if it feels
uncomfortable, as there is a risk of adverse consequences if
the energy level is increased. Stop the test immediately if you
notice adverse eects such as extreme reddening or blistering.
8. Wait 48 hours and examine the treated area.If the skin on the
treated area appears normal (no reaction or slight reddening),
you can continue with the full treatment using the highest
energy level that you found comfortable during the test. If you
notice extreme reddening, swelling or blistering even at a low
energy level, do not perform a full treatment on this area.
NOTICE
Do not perform a full treatment with an energy level that you have
not tested beforehand!
Do not treat the tested area until at least one week after perfor-
ming the test.
STEP 3: Plan hair removal using the beurer
Velvet Skin Pro for the best results
A typical hair growth cycle can last 18 – 24 months. During this
time, several sessions using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro may be
necessary to achieve lasting hair removal. The eectiveness of
the hair removal diers from person to person and varies depen-
ding on the area of the body and hair colour, as well as on how
the beurer Velvet Skin Pro is used.
Typical hair removal plan using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro
over a complete hair growth cycle:
• The first three to four hair removal sessions using the beurer
Velvet Skin Pro should be performed around two weeks apart.
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• The fifth to seventh hair removal sessions using the beurer
Velvet Skin Pro should be performed around four weeks apart.
Afterwards, you may use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro from time
to time as necessary, until lasting results are achieved.
This corresponds to the recommended treatment plan that has
proven to achieve the best results. You can, however, create a
dierent personal treatment plan and still achieve satisfactory
results.
NOTICE
The hair removal results cannot be improved by treating the same
part of the body more than once within two weeks.
Typical aftercare with the beurer Velvet Skin Pro after achie-
ving lasting hair removal:
Due to hormonal or other physiological changes, resting hair fol-
licles can become active. For this reason, hair removal sessions
for aftertreatment using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro may be neces-
sary from time to time.
STEP 4: Prepare the treatment area
Before the treatment, ensure that the skin is shaved, clean and
dry (free from any residue such as powder, cream, make-up, an-
tiperspirant or deodorant).
WARNING
Do not clean the skin with flammable liquids such as alcohol or
acetone shortly before using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro.
STEP 5: Adjust the energy intensity/automatic
skin tone detection
Energy level
The energy level determines the intensity of the light pulse emit-
ted by the beurer Velvet Skin Pro onto your skin (from the lowest
level (-) to the highest level (+)). The energy level display on the
device displays the energy level increases. As the energy level
increases, so do the hair removal results and the risk of possible
side eects and complications.
Always begin the first hair removal treatment at the energy level
that has been determined in the automatic skin tone recognition
test and confirmed in the skin sensitivity test.
Automatic skin tone detection/skin tone mea-
surement
The automatic skin tone detection allows you to see the suitable
energy level for your skin tone displayed on the device.
NOTICE
• For your safety, always select the darkest area of skin (e.g.
the outer side of the lower leg, back of the hand) Important:
Before using on another part of the body, you must take ano-
ther measurement.
• The device does not trigger any light pulses in skin tone de-
tection mode.
• If you want to cancel skin tone detection early, press one of
the energy level selection buttons (+ or -) again to return to
normal mode.
If you notice slight or no irritation during and after the first hair
removal treatment while using the recommended energy level,
you may increase the energy level by 1 in subsequent sessions.
WARNING
Do not increase the energy level if you experience an abnormal
amount of pain during or after the treatment using the beurer Vel-
vet Skin Pro! (See “Step 6 Familiarise yourself with the possible
side-eects”)
Do not increase the energy level during the hair removal session,
even if you do not notice any discomfort.
Irritation can occur some time after the treatment itself.
TEP 6: Familiarise yourself with the possible
side-eects of using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro
If the beurer Velvet Skin Pro is used in accordance with the ins-
tructions in these instructions for use, side eects and compli-
cations seldom occur in relation to the use of the beurer Velvet
Skin Pro. However, every cosmetic treatment method – including
methods such as those designed for use at home – is associa-
ted with a certain degree of risk. That is why it is important that
you understand and accept the risks and complications that can
occur with hair removal systems for use at home that use pulsed
light.
Complication
Probability
of the com-
plication
Side eect
Probability
of the side
eect
Impact of se-
veral pulses
on the same
area of skin
Low Slight skin irritation Low
Reddening of the
skin
Low
Increased sensitivi-
ty of the skin
Low
Skin lesions and
burns
Seldom
Scarring Seldom
Changes to pig-
mentation
Seldom
Excessive redde-
ning and swelling
Seldom
Infection Negligible
Haematoma Negligible
Slight soreness to skin
Although hair removal at home using pulsed light is generally to-
lerated very well, the majority of users experience slight discom-
fort during the treatment, which is usually described as a slight
stinging on the treated skin area. The stinging usually lasts for
the duration of the treatment or up to a few minutes afterwards.
Anything beyond this slight discomfort is not normal and means
that you should either discontinue using the beurer Velvet Skin
Pro because the hair removal treatment is not suitable for you or
the energy level setting is too high.
Reddening of the skin
Your skin may become red directly after treatment using the beu-
rer Velvet Skin Pro or within 24 hours after the treatment. Any
reddening generally fades within 24 hours. Consult your doctor
if the reddening does not disappear within two or three days.
Increased sensitivity of the skin
The skin on the treated area is more sensitive, which can lead to
dryness or skin peeling.
Skin lesions and burns
In very rare cases, burns or lesions to the skin can occur after
the treatment. The burn or lesion may take a few weeks to heal
and, in extremely rare cases, you may be left with a visible scar.
Scarring
Although it only occurs very rarely, permanent scarring may oc-
cur. Scarring usually occurs in the form of a flat, white lesion on
the skin (hypotrophy). However, it may also be wide and red (hy-
pertrophy) or wide and extend further than the injury itself (keloid).
Subsequent aesthetic treatment may be required to improve the
appearance of the scar.
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Changes to pigmentation
The beurer Velvet Skin Pro targets the hair shaft and, in particular,
the pigmented cells in the hair follicle and the hair follicle itself.
Despite this, there is a risk of hyperpigmentation (increased pig-
ment or brown discolouration) or hypopigmentation (fading) of
the surrounding skin. The risk of changes to the skin pigmentati-
on is higher for people with darker skin. Discolouration or chan-
ges to skin pigmentation are usually temporary and permanent
hyper or hypopigmentation only occurs rarely.
Excessive reddening and swelling
In rare cases, the treated skin can become very red and swollen.
This is more likely to occur in sensitive parts of the body. Redde-
ning and swelling should subside within two to seven days and
be treated by frequent application of ice. Gentle cleaning is OK,
but you should avoid exposure to the sun.
Infection
An infection of the skin is extremely rare, yet still a possible risk
after a burn or lesion to the skin caused by the beurer Velvet
Skin Pro.
Haematoma
In very rare cases, using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro can result in
blue/violet haematoma that may last five to ten days. Once the
haematoma fades, rusty brown discolouration of the skin (hyper-
pigmentation) can occur, which may be permanent.
STEP 7: What can be expected from treatment
using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro?
For many users, the beurer Velvet Skin Pro may be the first ex-
perience they have with a light-based device developed for use
at home. The beurer Velvet Skin Pro is simple to use and hair
removal sessions do not take long. During a session with the
beurer Velvet Skin Pro, it is normal to experience and notice the
following:
• Whirring of the fan – The cooling fan in the beurer Velvet
Skin Pro makes a noise similar to a hair dryer. This is normal.
• Cracking noise with every pulse – When a pulse is triggered
from the beurer Velvet Skin Pro, it is normal to hear a kind of
cracking noise at the same time as the flash of light.
• Slight impression of the light opening – This is necessary
and helpful for the placement of adjacent light pulses and is
part of the beurer Velvet Skin Pro‘s safety function.
• Feeling of warmth and prickling sensation – During each
light pulse, it is normal to feel a slight warmth and prickling
sensation from the light energy. Remember that it is important
to always use low energy levels for the first hair removal ses-
sions. You may feel a certain warmth up to an hour after using
the beurer Velvet Skin Pro.
• Slight reddening of the skin – During or directly after your
session with the beurer Velvet Skin Pro, it is not unusual to
experience a slight reddening of the skin. This is usually most
visible around the hairs themselves. However, if you notice
complete reddening of the skin, blistering or burns, stop using
the beurer Velvet Skin Pro immediately.
8. USAGE
WARNING
If you would like to use the device on your face, first read the
instructions in Chapter 8.2 to 8.3, before looking at Chapter 8.3
“Starting treatment”.
8.1 Starting treatment
1. Remove the device from the packaging.
2. Check the device, mains plug, attachments and cable for da-
mage.
3. Connect the device to the mains.
4.
Charge the device fully prior to first use (duration approx. 2
hours).
NOTICE
Before the treatment, ensure that the skin is shaved, clean and
dry (free from any residue such as powder, cream, make-up, an-
tiperspirant or deodorant).
Allow the device to cool for a few minutes if it seems too hot
for you. You can continue your treatment as normal after a short
cooling period.
WARNING
Do not clean the skin with flammable liquids such as alcohol or
acetone shortly before using the beurer Velvet Skin Pro.
5. Press the ON/OFF button to switch on the device.
6. Select the correct energy level for your skin colour using the
+/- buttons or use the automatic skin tone detection (
).
7. Place the device on the skin at a 90 degree angle so that the
attachment is in complete contact. The integrated skin con-
tact sensor prevents light pulses being accidentally emitted
without skin contact.
8. The indicator lamp on the rear of the device illuminates green
in order to indicate that you can continue with the treatment.
9. Press the trigger button to emit a light pulse.
10.
The device is equipped with an “Auto Flash” mode. This mode
is activated if you hold the trigger button down for 3 conse-
cutive light pulses. The device now automatically emits light
pulses without having to press the trigger button again, as
long as there is sucient skin contact.
NOTICE
If you press the trigger button and your skin is too dark or too tan-
ned, the indicator lamp on the device illuminates red. In this case,
the device does not trigger a pulse on this area of skin.
If the device does not have sucient contact with the skin and
you press the trigger button, the indicator lamp on the device illu-
minates orange. In this case, the device does not trigger a pulse
on this area of skin either.
WARNING
Do not treat the same area of skin more than once per hair re-
moval session!
Treating an area of skin more than once during a single hair remo-
val session can increase the probability of side eects.
Try to avoid overlapping pulses.
NOTICE
The pulses from the beurer Velvet Skin Pro should be applied in
rows – beginning at one end of each row, continuing to the other
end. This technique allows better monitoring of the areas of skin
that have already been treated and helps you to avoid treating
the same area more than once or treating overlapping areas of
skin. The light area of the beurer Velvet Skin Pro is designed in
such a way that it leaves a temporary impression on the treated
area of skin. These visible impressions can be used for precise
placement of the next pulse.
11. Lift the device o the skin and place it on the next part of the
treatment area. When repositioning, make sure not to leave
any gaps or overlap the treated skin. The device recharges
itself immediately and is ready for the next pulse within max.
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3 seconds (at the highest intensity level) (the indicator lamp
on the device continuously illuminates green once again). Re-
peat the process until the entire area of skin has been treated.
After treatment with beurer Velvet Skin Pro
• Once the hair removal session using the beurer Velvet Skin
Pro is finished, switch o the device by pressing the ON/OFF
button.
• After each hair removal session, it is recommended that you
clean your beurer Velvet Skin Pro device, paying particular
attention to the light area.
• After cleaning, it is recommended that you store your beurer
Velvet Skin Pro device in its original box and keep it away
from water.
8.2 Facial treatment
WARNING
Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro on your face at an energy
level higher than 3.
Women should not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro on their face
above the cheekbones or on the eyes, eyebrows or eyelashes, as
this could result in severe damage to the eyes.
Men should not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro on the face, neck
or chin.
Do not use the beurer Velvet Skin Pro on mucous membranes in
the nose or throat area.
The skin on your face is very sensitive and requires special care.
Observe all warning and safety notes in these instructions for use
to prevent adverse consequences. We recommend that you first
perform a treatment on your body and get to know the device
before performing facial treatment.
All areas of the face below the cheekbones, such as the upper
lip, cheeks, jaw, chin and neck can be treated using the beurer
Velvet Skin Pro.
NOTICE
• The precision attachment, which is included in delivery, can
be used to make application on the face easier. This makes
the light area smaller and allows for a more precise appli-
cation.
• The precision attachment can be easily attached to the head
of the device by positioning it and pushing it on to the light
area.
• Please position the precision attachment so that the corres-
ponding cut-out area in the attachment lines up over the skin
contact/skin colour sensor. If the skin contact/skin colour
sensor is covered, it is not possible to trigger a light pulse.
• Use the precision attachment with max. energy level 3 and
only use if your skin tone is lighter than skin type 5.
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• Do not use the precision attachment for longer than 80 pulses
in a row.
• There is the risk of the red filter becoming too hot, which
could result in burns.
You must carry out a selective skin sensitivity test 48 hours be-
fore treatment (see Chapter 7, step 2). The skin sensitivity test
should be performed on an area without hair, such as below the
ear or on the side of the neck, to determine the suitable energy
level.
WARNING
Do not treat the tested area until at least one week after perfor-
ming the skin sensitivity test.
NOTICE
Facial hair can be a result of hormones, which means that several
sessions may be required to achieve long-lasting hair reduction.
8.3 Care after facial treatment
• Apply a soothing lotion such as aloe vera.
• Do not use exfoliators, whitening lotions or similar products
for at least 24hours, as this could irritate the treated skin.
• For at least 48 hours after the treatment, avoid more than 15
minutes of direct exposure to the sun. If recently treated skin
is exposed to sunlight during this period, sun protection with
SPF30 or higher must be applied.
• Do not remove hair on the treated areas using wax or twee-
zers.
Remember that it may take a complete hair growth cycle for
hair removal to be complete.
9. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
After each hair removal session, it is recommended that you
clean your beurer Velvet Skin Pro device, paying particular atten-
tion to the light area.
CAUTION
Never immerse the beurer Velvet Skin Pro or any of its parts in
water!
Use a clean, dry cloth and cleaning agent specially developed for
electronic devices to gently wipe the surface of the beurer Velvet
Skin Pro, paying particular attention to the light surface.
10. WHAT IF THERE ARE PROBLEMS?
“My beurer Velvet Skin Pro cannot be switched on”
• Ensure that the device’s battery is charged (using the green
light on the battery status display).
• If the IPL device does not emit a light pulse, check whether
- The treatment attachment is properly secured to your de-
vice (the device does not work if it is not placed on the
device or is not placed on it correctly).
- The device is still in the automatically activated safety
mode if no skin contact or no permissible skin tone has
been detected.
- There is full skin contact.
- The treatment area is too small, curved or bony. The treat-
ment window must be placed completely on the treatment
area (try to pull the skin straight).
- Emission of the light pulse is blocked if the IPL device de-
tects a skin tone that is too dark. In this case, the indicator
lamp briefly illuminates red.
- In the case of safety problems and when the operating life
is reached, the indicator lamp illuminates red. In this case,
the device switches o automatically.
General fault:
• The treatment window must be cleaned in accordance with
the instructions in the relevant section if it is dirty or dusty.
Contact Customer Services if you cannot clean the dirt your-
self.
• If the light pulses are emitted in a delayed manner after chan-
ging the treatment area, use the device in a cooler environ-
ment, if necessary. The light pulses may be emitted more
slowly in warmer ambient temperatures.
• If a general fault occurs, switch o the device, wait ten se-
conds and then reconnect it.
• Should you still have problems with your device, please con-
tact Customer Services.
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11. DISPOSAL
The empty, completely flat rechargeable batteries must be dis-
posed of using specially designated collection boxes, recycling
points or electronics retailers. You are legally required to dispose
of the rechargeable batteries.
The codes below are printed on rechargeable batteries contai-
ning harmful substances:
Pb = Battery contains lead,
Cd = Battery contains cadmium,
Hg = Battery contains mercury.
For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the device in the
household waste at the end of its useful life. Dispose of
the unit at a suitable local collection or recycling point.
Dispose of the device in accordance with EC Directive
– WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). If
you have any questions, please contact the local authorities res-
ponsible for waste disposal.
The device battery must be disposed of separately. The battery
must not be disposed of with domestic waste.
For information on disposal, please contact the authorised seller
or the public authority responsible for waste disposal.
12. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Type IPL 8500
Treatment surface 4.5 cm
2
/ precision attachment
2 cm
2
Technology IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) for use in
the home
Wavelength 475 – 1200 nm (large attachment),
550 – 1200 nm (precision attach-
ment)
Max. energy level max. 5 J/cm
2
Selectable energy levels 6
Speed 1 pulse at intervals of max. 3 se-
conds (at the highest intensity level)
Max. pulses in light 600,000
Dimensions Approx. 17.5 x 6.5 x 20 cm
Weight Approx. 480 g
Temperature Operation: 10 – 40 °C
Storage: -10 – 70 °C
Relative humidity Operation: 30 – 70% rel. h.
Storage: 0 – 90% rel. h. at 55 °C
(no condensation)
Battery Lithium-ion battery, 7.4 V,
2500 mAh
Pulses per charge 550 flashes
Mains part
Model number DYS825-120180W-2
Input 100-240V ~, 50/60 Hz, 0.7 A
Output 12.0 V
1.8 A, 21.6 W
Protection Double-protected
Polarity
Classification Protection class II
Average active eciency ≥ 86.55 %
No-load power consumption ≤ 0.08 W
Subject to technical changes
13. WARRANTY/SERVICE
Further information on the warranty and warranty conditions can
be found in the warranty leaflet supplied.
Subject to errors and changes
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Face
Hair and skin colour chart
Energy
1-2-3
Energy
1-2-3
Energy
1-2-3
Energy
1-2-3
Energy
1-2-3
Energy
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Energy
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brown
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blonde
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blonde
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head
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white
Skin
Type
Hair
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* The energylevel should primarily be chosen based on your own
comfort.
** The higher the energylevel, the more e cient the treatment will be.
