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Table of Contents Introduction 2 Diamond Tips/Tip Care 3-4 Single use Filters & Filter Canister 5 Power Switch / Vacuum Pressure Control 5 Filter Extractor & Cleansing Brush 6 Display Stand 6 Charger & Charge Indicators 6 Tips before you Begin 8 Face, Neck, and Décolleté Treatment 9 Post Treatment Care 11 Caring for your Riiviva Microderm 12 Why Riiviva Microderm? 14 Benefits of Riiviva Microderm 11 Important Safeguards 15 Warning 16 Warranty 19 Also Available from Riiviva 19 Register Today 20 1
Riiviva Microderm Microdermabrasion is an effective professional treatment for achieving soft, smooth, healthy skin. As an essential part of your anti-aging routine, Riiviva Microderm offers benefits to people on the go who want to improve specific skin conditions and rejuvenate the overall health and appearance of their skin. Treatments can be performed on the face, neck, chest, hands, stomach, back buttocks, legs and feet. It is non-invasive, pain-free and requires no down time. To achieve maxium results regular treatments are recommended. Benefits of Riiviva Microderm Improves the overall tone and health of the skin Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles Reduces the appearance of brown spots caused by sun or age Vascular stimulation resulting in healthier and firm appearance to the skin Removes dead skin cells brightening the skins natural glow Improves the skins texture and smoothness Improves mild acne, and superficial scarring An effective treatment of KERATOSIS PILARIS (known as chicken skin or red bumps) An effective treatment for stretch marks Allows for better absorption of skincare products EFFECTIVE! AFFORDABLE! CONVENIENT! 2 3
Your Riiviva Microderm Package Microderm Device 3 Diamond Face tips (fine med coarse) Charger Tweezers (filter extractor and canister key) 50 Filters Travel Bag User Guide Tips before you begin: Use fully charged for best results, or use while plugged into your wall outlet. Make sure there is a new filter in the filter canister and the canister is securely closed. For safe application, first time users should begin treatments with the fine tip and the lowest vacuum suction settings. A treatment should not hurt or be uncomfortable. Keep the diamond tip flush with the surface of the skin to ensure proper suction. The skin must be held tight during the treatment. Gently hold the skin while pulling the diamond tip in the opposite direction. Limit the number of strokes over the same part of the skin to 1-2 passes until your skin becomes used to the treatments. Each treatment to the face should take approximately 6 10 minutes. Never use in the shower or bathtub. It is NOT waterproof or designed to be used with liquids and creams. 4 5
Removable Diamond Tips LED Power Level Indicators (Low, Medium, High) On/Off Button Twist to Remove Filter Canister Twist to Unlock Key Hole (Twist to Unlock) Single use Filters & Filter Canister Like filters used in professional treatments, the single use filter accumulates skin cells and debris and allows you to see the material removed from the surface of the skin after each treatment. In some cases, the filter may need to be changed more than once during a treatment in order to ensure proper vacuum pressure. If the filter becomes full of debris, the vacuum may overload and cause a malfunction. The filter canister must be closed completely to ensure proper vacuum pressure. Do not use your Riiviva Microderm without a filter and filter canister securely in place. Charging your Riiviva Microderm Charge your Riiviva Microderm for 8 hours between use. Your Riiviva Microderm is rechargeable. During charging, the LED lights located on the POWER BUTTON indicate the amount of charge. When fully charged all three power level lights are on. 6 Removable Filter 7
8 Power / Vacuum Setting Control The vacuum setting determines the amount of pressure between the skin and the diamond tip. Keep the diamond tip flush with your skin to ensure proper suction. Never use suction close to the eye area. OFF No vacuum. Used when storing, or when treating very sensitive areas of the skin. LOW Low suction for first time users, for the face, and sensitive areas. MED Medium suction for experienced users and less sensitive areas of the skin HIGH High suction for experienced users and non-sensitive areas of the body. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE 9 CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR OR DERMATOLOGIST PRIOR TO TREATMENT If you are under a physicians s care for any skin condition, or if you have or think you may have a skin condition, please consult your physician before use. Microdermabrasion should not be administered if you have/are: Skin Cancer Herpes outbreak (active cold sore) Active rosacea Unstable diabetes or auto-immune system Sunburn or skin rash Open wounds or lesions Cystic or pusular acne Warts, Eczema, or Dermatitis Taking oral blood thinners or anti-coagulates Recent cosmetic surgery or procedure (consult your doctor) Vascular lesions Pregnancy (consult with your doctor) Have used Acutane within 1 year Have used Retina A, Retinol products, or chemical peels within 5 days Riiviva Microderm treatments can react differently on different skin types. A patch test is recommended. 9
10 To Use Face, Neck, and Chest Treatment 1. Prior to the first use charge your Riiviva Microderm for 24 hours 2. Use Riiviva Cleansing Gel to clean the skin of all oil,makeup, and dirt. Dry it throughly 3. Using the opposite end of your tweezers, twist and remove filter canister. Insert filter, taking care to align it so that it sits evenly on the tray at the bottom of the canister. Replace canister. DO NOT USE WITHOUT A FILTER. 4. Select the appropriate diamond tip and attach it to your Riiviva Microderm. 5. Push the POWER button to begin treatment on the lowest suction level. The LED lights indicate levels LOW, MEDIUM, & HIGH. 6. Treat small sections at a time using the appropriate tip: Forehead, Temples, Upper Cheek, Lower Cheek, Upper Lip, Jaw line, Chin, Nose, Eyes, Neck, Chest (see Figure 1). Nose, Eyes, Neck, Décolleté. 7. Hold the skin tight with one hand, and gently glide the diamond tip away from that hand. There is no need to press hard on the skins surface. Keep the diamond tip flush with the surface of the skin to ensure proper suction. Begin your first treatments with a low suction and a fine diamond tip Limit the number of strokes over the same part of the skin to 1-2 passes until your skin becomes used to the treatment. Do not hold the diamond tip in one spot while saction is on. 8. After you have finished your Microderm treatment, turn off the POWER button. Remove the filter canister and carefully discard your used filter. Insert a new filter and replace the canister. 9. Remove and clean the diamond tips, following the recommended CLEANING directions. 10. Store your Riiviva Microderm in its display stand, or plug it in to charge for your next treatment. Figure 1 11
Post Treatment Care To boost the skin natural healing: Apply Riiviva s highly effective Repair Serum directly after treatment, and in the morning and at night for best results Avoid direct sun exposure for 2 days, and apply sunscreen daily Redness of the skin is normal and will fade after your treatment. If redness or irritation persists, lower the suction settings and a fine diamond tip. Do not use any other method of mechanical or chemical exfoliation for 3 days Do not undergo electrolysis, facial waxing or use depilatories within 2 days of a Riiviva Microderm treatment For more tips and instructions visit www.riiviva.com WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire, or injury to persons 1. This product is not intended for the use of children or physically challenged persons and close supervision is necessary when it is being used by, on, or near them. 2. Use this product only for its intended use as described in this manual. 3. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. 4. Never use while sleeping or drowsy. 5. Do not use outdoors or where oxygen is being administered. 6. Do not place or store your Microderm device or charger where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. 7. Do not place or drop the Riiviva Microderm into water or other liquid. They are not for immersion or for us in the shower. 8. Do not reach for the charger that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately. Never operate the Riiviva Microderm if it is damaged. Do not operate the charger if it has a damaged cord or plug. Call Riiviva at 1.855.744.8482. 13
14 Caring for your Riiviva Microderm and Accessories To keep your Riiviva Microderm in optimal condition and to maintain the warrantee, care for it as follows: DO NOT immerse in water or any form of liquid DO NOT use with any liquids or creams DO NOT drop your diamond tips or rub them together Never attempt to open your device for any reason Cleaning your Device & Stand IMPORTANT: Unplug your device and then wipe down with a soft damp cloth when necessary. Filter Canister IMPORTANT: Never use your device without a filter in place. The filter canister is a replaceable part. It is recommended that the canister be replaced if it becomes loose, cracked, or damaged in any way. If the canister is not properly in place poor vacuum suction will occur. If needed, wipe the canister with a damp cloth. Allow to completely dry before replacing. Charger IMPORTANT: Unplug the charger, then wipe it with a soft, damp cloth. DO NOT immerse the charger in water. Infrequency of Use If your Riiviva Microderm is not being used frequently, charge it every 2 months to maintain its charging capability. 15
Diamond Tips Riiviva Microderm uses only high quality stainless steel diamond tips designed to treat a variety of conditions and areas of the body Face fine med coarse Precision fine med coarse Chest fine med coarse Plump med high KP (Keratosis Pilaris) med coarse SM (Stretch Marks) - coarse extra coarse Acne (Acne Scarring) - med coarse Diamond Tip Care: After each personal use, remove the tip. Soak your tip in warm soapy water for 5 minutes to loosen debris. Using a brush and disinfectant soap to scrub debris from the diamond tip. Rinse and wipe dry. In the case of professional or multi-person use, high levels of disinfecting are the minimum process requirement between each use. Scrub the tip thoroughly and follow the label directions of a disinfectant solution, (soaking beyond the recommended times can damage the tips) or use steam sterilization. Rinse and wipe dry. DO NOT SHARE YOUR DIAMOND TIP WITH OTHERS WITHOUT PROPER CLEANING. Dropping your diamond tip, or rubbing them together can cause chipping and damage. CHIPPED DIAMOND TIPS CAN CAUSE SCRATCHING TO THE SKIN. DO NOT USE IT. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE 16 16 17
Also Available from Riiviva Skin Care Products Cleansing Gel: With anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, this cleanser thoroughly lifts away dirt while, hydrating, healing, and stimulating cell growth in damaged skin. Repair Serum: Riiviva s silky Repair Serum is fortified with high performance ingredients for the purpose of DNA protection and collagen building. By addressing both wrinkle prevention and skin firmness, it also combats environmental damage, skin premature aging, tightens and lightens the skin, and stimulates a youthful glow. KP Cream Stretch Mark Cream Display Stand Proudly display your Riiviva Microderm Diamond Tips Replacement Filters Sold in packages of 50 18 19
REGISTER TODAY Register and become a Riiviva Preferred Customer and receive discounts on future products. To register your Riiviva Microderm go to www.riiviva.com/registration. Sign up for Riiviva Email and be the first to see sneak previews of new products introductions and great tips on skin care and anti-aging. Email: info@riiviva.com Website: www.riiviva.com Riiviva respects your privacy. We do not share your personal information with any third parties. Visit Riiviva.com for a more comprehensive look at our product user guide, its updates, customer reviews, frequently asked questions, and more. Warranty Riiviva Microderm offers a 30 day money back guarantee. If you are for any reason dissatisfied with the purchase of your Riiviva Microderm from an authorized dealer, call Customer Service at 1.855.744.8482 to make arrangements for the return. In addition, every Riiviva Microderm comes with a one year warranty covering any problems resulting from normal use of the product. Call Customer Service at 1.855.744.8482 if you feel your Riiviva Microderm is not operating properly. 20 21
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