Panasonic EH-SR86 Facial Device
User Guide
Important Safety Information
▲ Danger
Never use this product near the following electric medical devices or electric therapy devices suitable for home use:
- Pacemakers and other electronic medical implants
- Heart-lung machines and other electronic life support products
- Electrocardiographs, instillators and other mountable types of electronic medical devices
Doing so may cause these devices to malfunction.
▲ Warning
The following individuals should not use this product:
- Individuals with heart disease
- Individuals with neurological disorders of the face
- Individuals with blood disorders such as hemorrhagic disease and hemophilia
- Infants, growing children and individuals not able to declare their intentions
- Individuals with head prognostic symptoms as a result of traffic accidents and similar traumatic incidents
- Individuals with a predisposition to allergies
- Individuals with skin diseases and atopic dermatitis
- Individuals with impaired sense of temperature
- Individuals who are pregnant or have given birth within the last 30 days
Doing so may cause accidents or other troubles.
Individuals with a predisposition to allergies, skin diseases and atopic dermatitis may experience skin or body trouble.
Individuals with impaired sense of temperature may suffer burn injuries.
Pregnant or recently postpartum individuals may experience skin trouble due to unstable hormonal balance.
Do not use the RF×EMS LIFT mode near your heart. Doing so may cause accidents or other troubles.
Do not use in the following situations or on the following parts:
- When you feel ill
- After taking steroid hormones, immunosuppressants, or sleep-inducing drugs
- When feeling extremely tired
- On parts of the skin that have an injury, rash, swelling, or other abnormal conditions
- On parts that have abnormal skin conditions such as skin inflammation or severe sunburns
Prohibited areas
- On parts where depilation was performed the same day
- On parts where plastic, cosmetic, or other surgery has been performed
- On your throat and mucosa
- On your eyelid
Doing so may cause trouble to your skin or body.
Avoid areas on your eyelid, as this may cause eye trouble.
Avoid keeping the product applied to the same site and keep it moving along your skin. Failing to do so may cause burns.
How to Use
Modes
| Mode | Purpose | Function* | Treatment time |
|---|---|---|---|
| RF EMS LIFT | Facial muscle toning | EMS, RF, Ion, LED | Approx. 6 min |
| RF PUMP | RF warm treatment | RF, Ion, LED | Approx. 6 min |
| EYE CARE | Eye care | Ion, LED | Approx. 2 min |
| CLEAN | Removal of dead skin cells and dirt from pores | Ion, RF, LED | Approx. 3 min |
| MOIST | Moisturizing to the horny layer | Ion, RF, LED | Approx. 3 min |
* For functions enclosed in [information], the level selection switch allows you to select one of three levels.
Frequency of Use
The frequency of use depends on the mode. Respect the frequency of use by using as referred in the usage example. Do not use multiple special care modes on the same day.
| Mode | Frequency of use | One week usage example (○: Day of use) |
|---|---|---|
| RF PUMP RF EMS LIFT | Once a day in either mode and at least one day apart. Up to three times a week in total for both modes. | ○ ○ ○ |
| EYE CARE | Once a day and at least one day apart. Up to three times a week. | ○ ○ ○ |
| CLEAN | Once a day. Can be used every day. | ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ |
| MOIST | Can be used in combination with special care on the same day. |
Combining Modes
The CLEAN and MOIST modes can be combined with any special care mode and used on the same day. In that case, use them in the order of: CLEAN mode → MOIST mode → special care.
Mode Sequence
Use the unit according to your skin conditions and problems.
Basic sequence
When starting from the CLEAN mode
Remove makeup ▶ Wash your face ▶ Treat with the unit (See "Mode sequence") ▶ Apply beauty products as necessary.
When starting from other than the CLEAN mode
Remove makeup ▶ Wash your face ▶ Apply lotion ▶ Treat with the unit (See "Mode sequence") ▶ Apply beauty products as necessary.
Mode sequence
Special care
RF x EMS LIFT mode
Preparation: Use dedicated gel*1, serum, or milky lotion.
Steps: Turn on ▶ Select the mode (RF x EMS LIFT) ▶ Select the level (EMS) ▶ Treat your skin (approx. 6 min.) ▶ Unit automatically turns off.
RF PUMP mode
Preparation: Use dedicated gel*1 or milky lotion.
Steps: Turn on ▶ Select the mode (RF PUMP) ▶ Select the level (RF) ▶ Treat your skin (approx. 6 min.) ▶ Unit automatically turns off.
EYE CARE mode
Preparation: Use serum, milky lotion, or eye cream.
Steps: Turn on ▶ Select the mode (EYE CARE) ▶ Select the level (Ion) ▶ Treat your skin (approx. 2 min.) ▶ Unit automatically turns off.
Daily care
CLEAN mode
Preparation: Use serum or milky lotion.
Steps: Turn on ▶ Select the mode (CLEAN) ▶ Select the level (Ion) ▶ Treat your skin (approx. 3 min.) ▶ Unit automatically turns off.
MOIST mode
Preparation: Use serum or milky lotion.
Steps: Turn on ▶ Select the mode (MOIST) ▶ Select the level (Ion) ▶ Treat your skin (approx. 3 min.) ▶ Unit automatically turns off.
*1 Appropriate amount of dedicated gel (guide): Approx. 1 to 2 g (1.5 cm diameter). Dedicated gel is recommended to transmit the EMS more efficiently to your skin.
*2 Indicates the elapse of a half of the treatment time (as a guide to switch to the other side of your face).
Preparing the cotton and lotion (Only when using in the CLEAN mode)
Before using in the CLEAN mode, make the following preparations.
- Attach a commercially available cotton to the head.
Preparation:
- Check the front and back of the cotton ring. The inwardly curved side is the front side.
- Attach the cotton ring by pushing it in. Do not push in too far.
Soaking: Soak lotion into the cotton (enough to soak through the other side).
How to Apply
Before use, remove makeup and wash your face.
When starting from other than the CLEAN mode, treat your skin with face lotion and then, dedicated gel, beauty lotion, or milky lotion.
- Press and hold (approx. 1 second) to turn the power on. [RF×EMS LIFT] lights up.
- Press MODE to select the mode. The mode changes each time you press it. (Sequence: RF×EMS LIFT → RF PUMP → EYE CARE → CLEAN → MOIST)
- Press LEVEL to select the level. The level changes each time you press the switch. Start with level "1" (Low). Levels: 1 (Low) → 2 (Mid) → 3 (High).
- Apply the unit to your skin and move it.
- Grip the unit by fully touching the ion panel on the back side.
- Keep the head surface in contact with your skin without a gap and keep moving it during treatment. Do not keep it on the same site for a long time. Do not press it strongly against your skin.
- TIP: For the cheeks and face line, use the flat part of the head to lift up your skin.
How to move
Treat one side and then the other side of your face. When a half of the time elapsed in the mode, two long beeps sound. Use them as a guide to switch to the other side of your face. Slide the unit in the direction of the arrows in the same way on the right and left.
RF x EMS LIFT / RF PUMP mode (Approx. 6 minutes)
Approximate time per arrow: 7 seconds for 1 to ⑦ and 3 seconds for ⑧ to 10. Treat in order of 1 to 10 without treating the same site repeatedly.
CLEAN mode (Approx. 3 minutes)
Approximate time per arrow: 7 seconds for 1 to ⑦ and 3 seconds for ⑧ to 10. Treat in order of 1 to 10 without treating the same site repeatedly.
EYE CARE mode (Approx. 2 minutes)
Approximate time per arrow: 7 seconds for 1 to ③, 5 seconds for ④, and 3 seconds for ⑤ to ⑧. Treat in order of 1 to 8 without treating the same site repeatedly.
MOIST mode (Approx. 3 minutes)
Approximate time per arrow: 7 seconds for 1 to ③ and 3 seconds for ④ to ⑤. Treat in order of 1 to 5 without treating the same site repeatedly.
Tips for smooth movement/stimulation:
- In the RF PUMP or EYE CARE mode, if the unit cannot be moved smoothly, add some amount of lotion.
- In the RF x EMS LIFT mode, if you feel that the EMS stimulation has become weak, add some amount of the dedicated gel or lotion. If you feel that the EMS stimulation is weak when using a lotion, using the dedicated gel is recommended.
- Fully touch the ion panel on the back side.
- Keep the electrode in close contact with the skin.
- If RF or EMS is continuously applied to the skin for 8 or more seconds, its output will temporarily stop.
After Use
Condition the skin
Do your routine skin care.
Rinse the unit with water
Check that the power is turned off.
- Rinse the head and cotton ring with water to remove any remaining gel or lotion.
- Remove any water droplets adhered to the socket. Gently pat the unit on a dry cloth to remove any water droplets. In particular, do not charge the battery while the socket is wet.
- Wipe with a dry cloth and dry thoroughly in a well-ventilated place. Do not put the unit in water. Do not wrap the USB cable around the unit when storing.
If you are concerned about stains and/or dirt, wipe with a cloth soaked in a solution of water and bar soap, then rinse thoroughly with water.
