Braun Silk-epil Xelle 5385, User Manual

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All methods of hair removal at the root can 
lead to in-growing hair and irritation (e.g. 
itching, discomfort and reddening of the 
skin) depending on the condition of the 
skin and hair. 
This is a normal reaction and should quickly 
disappear, but may be stronger when you 
are removing hair at the root for the first 
few times or if you have sensitive skin.
Using the cooling application will help to 
prevent irritation. 

If, after 36 hours, the skin still shows 
irritation, we recommend that you contact 
your physician.
In general, the skin reaction and the 
sensation of pain tend to diminish 
considerably with the repeated use of 
Silk·épil.

In some cases inflammation of the skin 
could occur when bacteria penetrate the 
skin (e.g. when sliding the appliance over 
the skin). Thorough cleaning of the epila-
tion head before each use will minimise 
the risk of infection.

If you have any doubts about using this 
appliance, please consult your physician. 
In the following cases, this appliance 
should only be used after prior consulta-
tion with a physician:
–

eczema, wounds, inflamed skin 
reactions such as folliculitis (purulent 
hair follicles) and varicose veins

–

around moles

–

reduced immunity of the skin, e.g. 
diabetes mellitus, during pregnancy, 
Raynaud’s disease

–

haemophilia or immune deficiency.

Some useful tips

Epilation is easier and more comfortable 
when the hair is at the optimum length 
of 2–5 mm. If hairs are longer, we recom-
mend that you either shave first and epilate 
the shorter re-growing hairs after 1 or 2 
weeks.  

When epilating for the first time, it is 
advisable to epilate in the evening, so that 
any possible reddening can disappear 
overnight. To relax the skin we recom-
mend applying a moisture cream after 
epilation.

Fine hair which re-grows might not grow 
up to the skin surface. The regular use of 
massage sponges (e.g. after showering) or 
exfoliation peelings helps to prevent in-
growing hair as the gentle scrubbing 
action removes the upper skin layer and 
fine hair can get through to the skin sur-
face.

It is a fact that hair re-growth will be 
reduced by 50 % if you remove hairs from 
the root regularly at least every 4 weeks 
using your Silk·épil. 

Description

 (see page 4)

Pain softener
EfficiencyPro cap
Epilation head 
Release buttons
Switch with incorporated SmartLight
Socket for cord connector
Cord connector
12 V transformer plug
Underarm head  
Cool & Soothe set 
(gel pack (a), cooling glove (b))

How to epilate 

Preparing your skin

Your skin must be dry and free from 
grease or cream.
Optional skin cooling: For the first few 
epilations or if you have sensitive skin, you 
can use the cooling application, recom-
mended by dermatologists to help reduce 
possible skin irritation.

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