Clear - Light therapy LUMIE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Clear LUMIE

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BRUKSANVISNING GEBRUIKSAANWIJZINGUSER GUIDE Clear Introduction 3 Safety – please read this first! 4 Using Lumie Clear 5 Using the goggles 7 Cleaning 7 Frequently asked questions 8 Warranty 10 Technical specification 10 Contact us 11 2 | www.lumie.com English Introduction Congratulations on buying Lumie Clear, the safe, natural way to relieve the symptoms of mild-moderate acne vulgaris. Studies have shown that, at specific wavelengths, red light is anti- inflammatory, blue light appears to be both anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial and that using combination red and blue light therapy is an effective and safe treatment for acne. Please read the instructions in this guide carefully to get the most out of your Lumie Clear. Lumie Clear has been developed based on the following research:

• Br J Dermatol. 2000;142:973–8

• Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy. 2006; 8: 71–75

Serial number European Declaration of Conformity: Class IIa Medical Device Manufacturer: Lumie, 3 The Links, Bar Hill, Cambridge, CB23 8UD, United Kingdom. Double-insulated (Class II electrical) DC (direct current) power supply AC (alternating current) power supply DC connector polarity Type BF applied part For indoor use only Do not place in household waste. Dispose of at a recycling centre. Read instructions for use Caution Keep dry Member of the ‘Green Dot’ recycling scheme Recyclablewww.lumie.com | 5 English Safety – please read this first!

If you suffer from a light-sensitive condition (photosensitivity) please consult your doctor before using Lumie Clear.

Please check with your doctor first if you are taking prescribed medication for acne.

If you experience any adverse effects while using Lumie Clear, stop the treatment straight away and consult your doctor.

For indoor use only.

Keep away from water and steam.

Keep Lumie Clear out of reach of young children.

Only use the power adaptor supplied with this unit.

When using Lumie Clear against the skin, discontinue treatment if the unit becomes uncomfortably warm.

This product conforms to the electromagnetic compatibility standard for medical devices and is unlikely to cause interference affecting other electrical and electronic products in its vicinity. However, radio transmitting equipment, mobile phones and other electrical/electronic equipment can interfere with this product; if this happens simply move the product away from the source of interference.

Do not throw out the unit with normal domestic waste at the end of its life. Please take it to an official recycling point to be disposed of properly. 4 | www.lumie.com English Using Lumie Clear This section will help you get started with Lumie Clear right away.

Unpack Lumie Clear and check you’ve got everything. As well as the base unit and head unit shown here, you get a power adaptor, plug converter and a pair of goggles. If the product is damaged please contact us before use.

Lumie Clear has no internal battery so can only be used when it’s plugged in. Connect the power adaptor and push in firmly. The On/Off light will illuminate. Use the switch on the side to turn Lumie Clear on and off.

There is also an automatic timer that will switch off the unit after 15 minutes. For longer treatment, simply switch on again and the timer will re-set, giving you another 15 minutes of use. Power adaptor Handle Head unit Base unit Adjustable stand 45 red and blue LEDs and indicator light! If Lumie Clear is likely to shine in your eyes during treatment, wear the goggles provided. See Using the goggles for more information.

The treatment time you need will depend on how far Lumie Clear is from your skin. See the table below for details: Using the goggles Blue LEDs can be hazardous if stared at for long periods, so we recommend that you wear the yellow safety goggles provided with Lumie Clear, especially when treating your face (or any time the LEDs might shine in your eyes). There is no risk from tanning when using Lumie Clear. The level of UV is considerably less than the limits imposed by international guidelines. Cleaning We recommend you clean Lumie Clear whenever you’ve used it directly against your skin. Use an alcohol wipe or just a clean, damp cloth and warm water. www.lumie.com | 7 English

Decide how you want to use Lumie Clear. If you want to treat specific areas, then choose the hand-held option for close-up use.

If you want to treat a wider area such as your face or neck and shoulders, then use Lumie Clear with the stand. 6 | www.lumie.com English DISTANCE Skin contact 10cm/4in 20cm/8in 30cm/12in

RECOMMENDED TREATMENT TIME

15min/day 30min/day 60min/day 120min/daywww.lumie.com | 9 English Frequently asked questions

When can I expect to see results with Lumie Clear? Everybody’s different but, when used as recommended, you may see a difference in 4 weeks. Keep using Lumie Clear on each affected area and you should see excellent results in around 8 to 12 weeks. Be sure to follow the directions in this guide for the most effective results. Please refer to the table on page 7 for indications of treatment time and distance.

Do I need to use Lumie Clear every day? Lumie Clear works best if you use it every day. Please refer to the table on page 7 for indications of treatment time and distance. Continued use is recommended as part of your normal skin care routine.

Is Lumie Clear a one spot treatment? No. The minimum treatment area is about 60x35mm and applies when Lumie Clear is close to the affected skin. If you hold Lumie Clear further away, the treatment area increases as the light spreads. Please refer to the distance/treatment time table on page 7 for clarification.

Will the treatment hurt? No. Unlike lasers or other ablative treatments, Lumie Clear is non- thermal, non-ablative, non-invasive and will not hurt.

Is Lumie Clear light therapy treatment safe? Yes. Light therapy has been used successfully in spas and dermatology clinics all over the world. Lumie Clear follows published research and is a safe and effective means to combat acne without burning or drying out your skin. 8 | www.lumie.com English

Can I use my normal creams/lotions/cleansers? Yes. Lumie Clear can be used alone or with other skin care treatments. People taking medication such as roaccutane should consult their GP or dermatologist before using Lumie Clear. Please note: Lumie Clear is intended to be a natural treatment and a replacement for creams and medications. Some medication, such as isotretinoin and topical retinoids, can cause the skin to react with light. If you are taking medication that might have this type of side effect (referred to as photosensitivity), please consult your doctor before using Lumie Clear. As your acne improves with Lumie Clear, other acne treatments could be gradually reduced or stopped. This should be under the direction of your doctor if they have been prescribed.

Will Lumie Clear work on any part of my body? Yes. Lumie Clear can be applied to any part of the body affected by acne vulgaris.

Does Lumie Clear work for any skin type? Yes. LED light therapy is proven to work on all skin types.

Can I take Lumie Clear with me when I travel? Yes. Lumie Clear’s weight, design and compact form make it extremely portable. Lumie Clear has a universal (100-240V, 50/60Hz) power supply so you can use it all over the world.Contact us Lumie is Europe’s leading specialist in light therapy. Our products are based on the latest scientific studies and we focus solely on light therapy and its benefits. If you have any suggestions that you feel could help us improve our products or service, or if there are problems you think we should know about, please call the Lumie Careline on +44 (0)1954 780500 or email info@lumie.com. Lumie 3 The Links, Trafalgar Way Bar Hill Cambridge CB23 8UD

• Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy. 2006 ; 8: 71–75

• Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy. 2006; 8: 71–75

• Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy. 2006; 8: 71–75

• Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy. 2006; 8: 71–75

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