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Is IPL safe to use at home?
Yes, Philips Lumea IPL is designed specifically for safe and effective use at home, with built-in features to support safe treatment.
Details: Philips Lumea IPL is specifically developed for safe use at home by non-professional users. It includes advanced safety features, such as skin contact sensors and skin tone guidance, to help ensure the device is used correctly on suitable areas of the skin.
When used according to the user manual (including performing skin tests and following the recommended treatment schedule) Lumea provides a safe and controlled way to achieve long-term hair reduction at home.
The information on this page applies to the following models: SC1981/50.
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