When to avoid using Philips Lumea Comfort
Certain conditions may prevent the use of Philips
Lumea Comfort temporarily. DO NOT USE THE
DEVICE if any of the following currently applies to you:
- If you are pregnant or nursing (lactating).
- If you were exposed to strong sunlight or an
artificial tanning machine during the past 4 weeks.
- If you have a tattoo or permanent makeup on the
area to be treated.
- If you have dark spots, such as large freckles,
birthmarks, moles or warts in the area to be treated.
- If you have eczema, psoriasis, lesions, open wounds
or active infections, such as cold sores, in the area
to be treated. Wait for the area to heal before you
use the device.
- If you have a history of kelodial scar formation,
a known sensitivity to light (photosensitivity) or
are taking medication that makes the skin more
sensitive to light, including non-steroidal anti-
inflammatory agents, (e.g., aspirins, ibuprofens,
acetaminophen), tetracyclines, phenothiazines,
thiazide, diuretics, sulfonyluraes, sulfonamides,
DTIC, fluorouracil, vinblastine, griseofulvin, Alpha-
Hydroxi Acids (AHAs), Beta-Hydroxi Acids (BHAs),
Retin-A
, Accutane
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- If you have abnormal skin conditions due to
diabetes, for example. or another systemic or
metabolic disease.
- If you are currently or have recently been treated
with Alpha-Hydroxi Acids (AHAs), Beta-Hydroxi
Acids (BHAs), Retin-A
topical retinoids, or azelaic acid.
- If you have been treated with Accutane
(isotretinoin) within the past 6 months.
- If you have been on a steroid regimen within the
past 3 months.
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and/or topical retinoids.
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