HoMedics MDA-100 User Manual - Page 4

HOW TO USE BEFORE TURNING THE UNIT ON • Make sure the unit is fully charged • Confirm the placement of the black wool filter • Install the desired Diamond Tip on the Hand Unit CHARGING THE BATTERY Before turning the unit on, connect the charging base to a household electrical outlet using the charging cord and adapter. Place the handle in the charging base and press down firmly. The LED lights will flash to indicate that charging is taking place. When charging is complete all the lights will stay on. It takes 4 hours for a full charge, which will provide 90-120 minutes use, dependent on power levels used. When the level indicator LED flashes red, it indicates that the product needs charging. BLACK WOOL FILTERS A new black wool filter must be installed prior to the first use and before each use of the device. The filter collects dead skin cells and should be disposed of after use and then replaced. NOTE: Using the device without a filter will allow debris and dead skin cells to enter the motor, shortening the life of the product. WHAT TO EXPECT Regular microdermabrasion treatments can both restore and maintain a youthful appearance to the skin. We advise starting slowly with just one or two treatments a week, then building up to treatments every other day if desired. During use you should feel a gentle suction effect as the tip moves across the skin. Some people may also notice the slight coarseness of the diamond tip. Depending on your skin type, you may experience some reddening or increased sensitivity after treatment. This is perfectly normal and usually subsides within a few hours. You may wish to consider this and make your first treatment at the end of the day rather than just before going out. Adverse reactions are rare, but if skin becomes unduly inflamed or irritated, stop using the device immediately. HOW TO USE AREA MAX LEVEL ROUTINE CHEEKS 3 (Level 3) AROUND LIPS & CHIN 2 (Level 2) AROUND EYES 1 (Level 1) FOREHEAD 4 (Level 4) NOSE 4 (Level 4) Note: Avoid the sensitive areas immediately above and below the eye. FACIAL TREATMENT ROUTINE • Wash and dry your face. • Remove the handle from the charging base and fit your choice of diamond tip with a new black wool filter. • Press and hold the POWER BUTTON for 2 seconds to turn the unit on. Press the POWER BUTTON again as required to increase the power level, as indicated by the LEDs. It is recommended to start on level 1 for the first treatment and to progress to a higher level if comfortable. See also MAX recommended levels in the above illustration. • Place the diamond tip flat against the skin until you feel suction. Move it slowly across the surface of the skin in a smooth motion, covering the same area no more than 2-3 times in one treatment. Do not press too firmly as this may cause some irritation. In some areas it can help to hold the skin taught with the other hand (ie, around the eyes). • The illustration above will help you establish an effective facial routine. 6 7