‘Red carpet’ ready skin in minutes!

Deep Cleansing

& Anti-Ageing System

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HANDBOOK

Including illustrated protocols for fi ve professional grade beauty treatments

D esigned by professionals

•

Used by celebr it y facialists

CAUTION

Before using Tua Spa, read the instructions in this Handbook carefully.

The Handbook contains important information on safety, operation, maintenance and contraindications and precautions.

Keep the Handbook safe for further reference.

This device must only be used for the purposes for which it was designed, namely as a beauty treatment tool for professional use and as an at-home beauty tool for consumer use for ultrasonic cleansing, exfoliation, massage, and micro-current and sonic+micro stimulation of the face and neck (as indicated and described in this Handbook only). All other uses shall be deemed improper.

The manufacturer disclaims all liability for any damage or injury caused by improper, wrong and unreasonable use.

The Author

This handbook’s content has been written and compiled by Tina Richards, skincare and anti-ageing expert.

Tina Richards is one of Britain’s leading skin and health experts.

With 20 years’ experience in the beauty industry, she originally trained as a beauty therapist at Champneys and went on to qualify in many holistic therapies including aromatherapy and refl exology. Tina has combined this with her knowledge of medical science and a degree in nutrition to specialise in skincare and natural ‘no needles’ anti-ageing. Her exclusive clientele ranges from A-List Hollywood actors to medical professionals.

Made in Italy.

Manufactured by Vupiesse Italia,

47900 Rimini, Italy.

Distributed in UK and ROI by

Tina Richards Ltd,

West Sussex, BN11 2AY.

www.tinarichards.com

TUA health and beauty products are dedicated to revitalising and enhancing the appearance of your face and body to achieve a more toned, lifted and youthful look. Implementing TUA into your lifestyle is easy and practical: the devices are ideal centres. With the expertise and confi dence that comes from a well respected research team, and the guarantee of the strictest international quality controls, we are pleased to welcome you to TUA.

INDEX

Tua Spa: Two Technologies Page 6

Tua Spa: Actions & Effects ..................................................................................................................Page 8

Precautions & Contraindications ........................................Page 11

Contents of packaging.................. ............................................Page 12

Tua Spa: How to use

Product description .....................................................................Page 13

................................................................................................................. .Page 15

How to use the modulator..................................................... Page 15

How to select the performance modes ............. ...........Page 16

Treatment Protocols ..................................................................................................................Page 22

Deep Cleansing & Exfoliation protocol ...........................Page 22

Micro-massage Induction protocol ...................................Page 25

Micro-current Stimulation & Skin Booster protocol...Page 28

Guidance notes for treatments ............................................Page 33

Recommended products to use with Tua Spa ..........Page 35

Normal sensations and observations ...............................Page 36

Recharging the battery .............................................................Page 38

Replacing the battery.................................................................Page 39

Cleaning the device ....................................................................Page 39

Disposal ...............................................................................................Page 40

Classification.....................................................................................Page 40

Technical details.............................................................................Page 41

Conformity with regulations ..................................................Page 42

6 • TWO TECHNOLOGIES

TUA SPA: TWO TECHNOLOGIES

Tua Spa is the new advanced deep cleansing and anti-ageing system for the face and neck which combines two technologies used by spa professionals.

Ultrasonic waves

Ultrasonic waves are sound waves that vibrate above 20,000 vibrations per second. Tua Spa emits sonic frequencies up to 26,000 vibrations per second!

ultrasonic emission wave form

These tiny but incredibly fast vibrations (elastic waves) generate alternating low pressure and high pressure waves in water which lead to a phenomenon called

‘cavitation’. Cavitation is frequently used in clinical aesthetic practice as a method of deep cleansing.

With Tua Spa, cavitation causes a gentle but eff ective deep cleansing action of the skin’s pores, removing impurities via microscopic jets, suction and an antibacterial action. At the same time the ultrasonic waves perform an exfoliating action via gentle vibrational peeling. pansion eff ect of the ultrasonic waves on the skin which enhances microcirculation and facilitates the absorption of cosmetic products such as serums and moisturisers.

TWO TECHNOLOGIES • 7

Micro-currents

Special low voltage electronic micro-currents pass through the Tua Spa modulator to the skin.

These micro-currents alternate positive and negative impulses up to a maximum of 500 micro-

Ampere which can be regulated in 3 intensity levels.

microcurrent wave form

Tua Spa uses micro-current technology to boost the local circulation of the skin and stimulate the skin’s own renewal processes thereby improving the tone and fi rmness of the skin as well as encouraging regeneration of the tissues. Tua Spa micro-current technology is the portable equivalent of professional spa and salon treatments.

8 • ACTIONS & EFFECTS

TUA SPA: ACTIONS & EFFECTS

Tua Spa has three performance modes:

SONIC

,

MICRO

and

SONIC+MICRO

.

These modes incorporate the two technologies (ultrasonic waves and microcurrents) to deliver fi ve professional grade treatments:

SONIC: Deep Cleansing treatment by hydro pore washing

Tua Spa uses high intensity ultrasonic waves to remove dirt and impurities from the skin’s surface and microscopic pressure jets that gently hydro wash the skin’s pores. The process also generates a localised mild heating eff ect which has antibacterial benefi ts and can help with conditions such as acne.

For a more detailed description of the cavitation eff ect from Tua Spa see the box opposite titled “The Phenomenon of Ultrasonic Cavitation”.

Exfoliation treatment by ultrasonic peeling

At the same time as deep cleansing the skin’s pores, Tua Spa uses the same high intensity ultrasonic waves to remove dead skin cells, excess sebum, residual make-up and other debris from the skin’s surface via a gentle vibrational peeling of the upper (corneal) layer of the skin.

This, in turn, improves hydration levels because newly cleansed and resurfaced skin is more receptive to water and moisturising products.

The result is deep clean and refi ned skin that feels hydrated, softer and smoother.

The Deep Cleansing and Exfoliation actions work simultaneously and collaboratively to the mutual benefi t of the other. Immediately after use, your skin will look smooth and refi ned. It will also look brighter and pore size, oily or dry patches and other imperfections will appear

ACTIONS & EFFECTS • 9 reduced. Now it is prepped for further treatment and/or application of your skincare products and make-up.

Micro-massage Induction treatment

The Tua Spa Micro-massage Induction treatment massages the skin using ultrasonic waves to induce your favourite facial serums, gels, oils or moisturisers into the deeper layers.

The massage action facilitates the absorption of these products, improving the hydration levels in your skin, and at the same time boosting local circulation so your skin looks plumped up and radiant.

The Phenomenon of Ultrasonic Cavitation

Tua Spa uses high intensity ultrasonic waves (known as elastic waves) that pass through water as a series of compressions and expansions of the water molecules.

These compressions and expansions cause alternating high and low pressure waves through the water which generate a phenomenon called ‘cavitation’:

Microscopic vapour bubbles (‘vacuum micro-bubbles’) form within the water where pressure is low, then oscillate very fast and collapse under the pressure of the surrounding liquid forming a mist.

The micro-bubble formation produces a gentle suction eff ect that helps to remove dirt and impurities from the skin’s surface and pores. When the bubbles collapse this creates microscopic pressure jets which gently hydro wash the skin’s pores.

Because the process of bubble formation and collapse happens very quickly, it creates localised energy in the form of heat which has antibacterial benefi ts and can help with conditions such as acne.

10 • ACTIONS & EFFECTS

MICRO: Micro-current Stimulation treatment

Tua Spa produces gentle, safe hydro-electronic micro-currents, the portable equivalent of professional spa and salon treatments, to stimulate cellular metabolism and blood circulation to the skin.

When fresh blood reaches the deeper layers of the skin, it carries oxygen and nutrients to the skin’s cells. At the same time, the gentle energy from the micro-current waves helps to activate the skin’s own renewal processes – such as the production of collagen and elastin – and boosts the rate of skin regeneration (cell turnover).

Tua Spa micro-currents also have a moderate toning eff ect on the subcutaneous facial muscles as they pass through the tissues from the inside to the surface of the skin. This action supports the deeper fi rming and toning eff ects of Tua Viso and Tua tre’ndface which use electro muscular stimulation (E.M.S.) on muscles and tissue.

All of these eff ects help to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles and gently tone the face, leaving the complexion looking refreshed and glowing.

SONIC+MICRO: Skin Booster treatment

This is a 3-minute intensive facial that exclusively combines both the

Micro-massage Induction and the Micro-current Stimulation treatments described above.

The Skin Booster treatment boosts local blood circulation to the skin, stimulates cellular metabolism and moderately tones subcutaneous facial muscles while simultaneously inducing water (and your favourite facial moisturising creams; see “Recommended products” page 35) into the skin with ultrasonic micro-massage.

This advanced skin boosting facial results in plumped up, radiant and youthful-looking skin and a fi rmed and more lifted appearance ready for any ‘red carpet’ event.

PRECAUTIONS & CONTRAINDICATIONS • 11

PRECAUTIONS

For the Deep Cleansing, Exfoliation, Micro-current Stimulation and Skin Booster treatments, always keep the skin of the facial zone you are treating thoroughly moistened with tap water.

Do not immerse the device in water or wash under a running tap.

Keep out of the reach of children.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

− Pathological facial conditions

− Pacemakers or heart complaints

− Metal pins and plates

− Neurological disorders including epilepsy or multiple sclerosis

− Weak psycho-physical condition

− Broken or bruised skin

− Open sores or mucous membrane complaints

-- Skin conditions in an active state accompanied by infl ammation, weeping or

soreness

-- Large protruding atypical moles

-- Extreme sunburn

− For external use only

Consult your doctor before using Tua Spa if you have recently had a facial cosmetic procedure or chemical/acid peel.

When in doubt, consult your doctor.

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CONTENTS OF PACKAGING

•

Tua Spa device, modulator

•

Cover for modulator

•

Mains Adaptor/Battery Charger

•

Instruction Handbook

•

Quick Start Guide

•

Travel Bag

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION • 13

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

3

4

2

5

S O N I C

M I C R O

BATTERY

1

8

6

7

1

On/Off , Mode and Program/Intensity button

2

Yellow LED (BATTERY)

3

Green LED (MICRO)

4

Blue LED (SONIC)

5

Modulator

6

Input for mains adaptor/battery charger and waterproof rubber plug

(removable for charging)

7

Technical data plate

8

Stainless steel band (reference electrode)

14 • PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Tua Spa features

Tua Spa is a facialist tool designed to deliver eff ective, professional grade beauty treatments that are easy to perform in the comfort of your own home.

The advanced control panel consists of one button and a 3 LED display which shows the modes.

The blue LED signals the emission of the ultrasonic waves, the green LED the micro-currents and the yellow one highlights the battery charge.

The stainless steel band which surrounds the device not only forms part of the ergonomic design of Tua Spa but also acts as an electrode for the micro-current which is in contact with the hand.

The modulator is made of high grade stainless steel and has polished and refurbished rims that ensure comfortable and secure contact with the skin. It can be used in two positions. See opposite.

Tua Spa is supplied with an internal rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery and battery charger. When the battery needs to be recharged, the yellow LED will fl ash (see page 38). The battery is charged using the Mains Adaptor/Battery

Charger via the input hole on the side of Tua Spa. A removable, waterproof rubber plug seals the input hole to prevent water getting inside the device. Other than while charging Tua Spa, this plug should always be inserted.

HOW TO USE THE MODULATOR • 15

HOW TO USE THE MODULATOR

Position 1 – ‘dual head’

Place the modulator on your skin with the two tips facing downwards and touching your skin.

This position is used for the Deep Cleansing and

Exfoliation treatments. It performs a deep cleansing and gentle vibrational resurfacing (peeling) action.

gently push the skin in front of the modulator as you move the modulator forward.

Position 2 – ‘smooth face’

Place the fl at side of the modulator (ie the opposite side from Position 1) on your skin and rest it there gently.

This position is used for the Micro-massage

Induction, Micro-current Stimulation and Skin

Booster treatments. The smooth surface massages, lifts, energises and excites the skin.

applied to push the skin gently in front of the modulator as you move the modulator forward and lift the skin as you move the modulator upward on the face or neck.

For both positions, sweep the modulator over the face as outlined in the Treatment

Protocols, pages 22 to 32.

16 • SELECTING PERFORMANCE MODES: SONIC

HOW TO SELECT THE PERFORMANCE MODES

SONIC

The

SONIC

mode consists of 4 ultrasonic programs:

Slow Continuous , Fast

Continuous , Slow Intermittent

and

Fast Intermittent

.

O N I C

M I C R O

TTERY

Press the button down for at least 3 seconds until you hear a beep confi rming that Tua Spa is switched on.

SONIC

mode is automatically selected fi rst on switching on the device. The Blue LED will light up at low luminosity.

Wait 5 seconds until you hear 2 quick beeps and the device will automatically start with the

Slow Continuous

program.

To select the other

SONIC

programs:

After the 2 quick beeps –

Press the button once for the

Fast Continuous

program. The Blue LED will light up at high luminosity.

Press the button twice for the

Slow Intermittent

program. The Blue LED will fl ash at low luminosity.

Press the button three times for the

Fast Intermittent

program. The Blue LED will fl ash at high luminosity.

SELECTING PERFORMANCE MODES: SONIC • 17

SONIC Program Summary Table

SONIC program

Slow

Continuous

Fast

Continuous

Slow

Intermitten

Fast t

Intermittent

Button setting

Automatic when device is first switched on

LED

Blue LED on at low luminosity after the 2 quick beeps

Press twice after the 2 quick beeps

Press three times after the 2 quick beeps

Blue LED on at high luminosity

Blue LED flashing at low luminosity

Blue LED flashing

Treatment /Skin type

Micro-massage Induction for normal to sensitive skin.

Deep Cleansing & Exfoliation for normal to sensitive skin

.

Micro-massage Induction for sensitive skin.

Deep Cleansing & Exfoliation for sensitive areas on normal skin, such as the corners of nose, around eyes (do not go inside the orbital bone) or forehead.

Deep Cleansing & Exfoliation for sensitive skin.

The

SONIC

programs have a maximum duration of 12 minutes. The end of each program is signalled by a long beep after which Tua Spa switches off automatically.

We recommend 2 to 3 minutes for each program length, after which you can switch off Tua Spa by pressing the button down for about 3 seconds.

18 • SELECTING PERFORMANCE MODES: MICRO

MICRO

The

MICRO

mode has 3 Intensity Levels: 1, 2 and 3.

S O N I C

Press the button down for at least 3 seconds until you hear a beep

confi rming that the device is switched on and is in

M I C R O

(automatic).

SONIC

mode

BATTERY

Press the button again promptly for

MICRO

mode. The Green LED

will light up and fl ash slowly.

Wait 5 seconds until you hear 2 quick beeps and the device will

automatically start at

Intensity Level 1 .

To select the other intensity levels:

After the 2 quick beeps (in

MICRO

mode) –

Press the button once for

Intensity Level 2

. The Green LED will fl ash at medium speed.

Press the button twice for

Intensity Level 3

. The Green LED will fl ash quickly.

You can increase the Intensity Level at any time during the Micro-current

Stimulation treatment by pressing the button up to Level 2 or Level 3, or press it again to go back to Level 1.

SELECTING PERFORMANCE MODES: MICRO • 19

MICRO Mode Summary Table

Intensity level

Button setting

1

Automatic when set to

MICRO mode

2

3

Press once after the 2 quick beeps

Press twice after the 2 quick beeps

LED

Green LED flashing slowly

Treatment/ Skin type

Micro-current Stimulation

Micro-current Stimulation for normal skin and advanced treatment.

for sensitive skin and beginner’s treatment.

Green LED flashing at medium speed

Micro-current Stimulation for normal to sensitive skin and intermediate treatment.

Green LED flashing quickly

The

MICRO

mode levels have a maximum duration of 12 minutes. The end of the treatment is signalled by a long beep after which Tua Spa switches off automatically.

We recommend 3 to 12 minutes for each Micro-current Stimulation treatment, after which you can switch off Tua Spa by pressing the button down for about 3 seconds.

20 • SELECTING PERFORMANCE MODES: SONIC + MICRO

SONIC+MICRO

The

SONIC+MICRO

mode is an exclusive combination of the

SONIC

and

MICRO

modes. It has one pre-set program integrating

SONIC Slow Continuous

and

MICRO Intensity Level 2

. These are the optimum levels for simultaneous Micromassage Induction and Micro-current Stimulation.

S O N I C

Press the button down for at least 3 seconds until you hear a

M I C R O

beep confi rming that the device is switched on and in

BATTERY

SONIC

mode (automatic).

Press the button twice promptly to reach

SONIC+MICRO

mode.

The Blue and Green LEDs will light up together.

Wait 5 seconds until you hear 2 quick beeps and the device will

automatically start the program.

SONIC+MICRO Summary Table

SONIC Program MICRO Intensity

Level

Slow Continuous Level 2

LED Treatment

Blue and Green on SONIC+MICRO Skin

Booster for normal to sensitive skin.

The

SONIC+MICRO

mode has a maximum duration of 12 minutes. The end is signalled by a long beep after which Tua Spa switches off automatically.

We recommend a program length of 3 minutes, after which you can switch off

Tua Spa by pressing the button down for about 3 seconds.

SELECTING PERFORMANCE MODES: SONIC + MICRO • 21

Mode/Treatment Selection according to Skin Type

If you have sensitive skin, it is important to adjust the performance modes so that you are working at a comfortable pace and intensity.

Please see the table below for guidance on which program or level to choose depending on your skin type.

Mode/Treatment

S ONIC:

Deep Cleansing &

Exfoliation

SONIC:

Micro-massage

Induction

MICRO:

Micro-current

Stimulation

SONIC+MICRO:

Skin Booster

Normal to sensitive skin

Fast Continuous

Normal skin on sensitive areas

Fast Intermittent

Slow Continuous

Slow Continuous or

Slow Intermittent

Level 3

Pre-set level

Level 2

Pre-set level

Sensitive skin

Fast Intermittent

Slow Continuous or

Slow Intermittent

Level 2 or 1

Pre-set level

Start with 1 min treatment if you have sensitive skin

22 • TREATMENT PROTOCOLS: DEEP CLEANSING & EXFOLIATION

TREATMENT PROTOCOLS

SIMPLE ROUTINE:

For all treatments, you can simply glide the modulator slowly all over your face and neck with upward and outward slow sweeping movements, gently lifting the skin as you go.

To optimise the full eff ects of each treatment and enhance the results achieved, progress to the advanced protocols as detailed below.

SONIC: Deep Cleansing & Exfoliation

Deep cleanses the skin by hydro pore washing and gentle peeling leaving your skin looking deeply cleansed, refi ned and smooth. This treatment will perfectly prep your skin for further Tua Spa treatment and/or your skincare and make-up regimen.

IMPORTANT:

Before you begin, please read “NORMAL SENSATIONS &

OBSERVATIONS when using Tua Spa” on page 36.

• Choose

or depending

on skin sensitivity (see page 21)

• Use Modulator Position 1 (see photo)

• Follow the routine zone by zone (1

to 8) for maximum benefi t

• Use a water-based* cleansing

lotion or facial wash on wet skin or

just tap water alone

• Re-moisten each zone with tap water before you treat it, over the cleanser

• It is important that you see mist – this is due to the ‘cavitation’ phenomenon

(see page 9) – if you do not, re-moisten with water

• Recommended treatment length: 2-3 minutes

• This treatment is gentle enough for daily use for normal skin. 2-3 times per

week is recommended for sensitive skin

• Do not treat directly over the eye lids

* The word “aqua” will be listed high up in the ingredients list on the packaging

TREATMENT PROTOCOLS: DEEP CLEANSING & EXFOLIATION • 23

Follow the direction of the arrows from Zones 1 to 8 as instructed below.

3b 3a

2

1

Zone 1 – Chin and lower lip

Zone 2 – Nose and between brows

Zone 3 – Forehead and brow area: two optional movements,

3a and/or 3b

4

6

5

Zone 4 – Jaw line and lower cheek/jowl Zone 7 – Upper lip

Zone 5 – Upper cheek

Zone 6 - Eye area

Do not go inside orbital bone.

Repeat the other side.

7

24 • TREATMENT PROTOCOLS: DEEP CLEANSING & EXFOLIATION

Following treatment

When you have completed your Deep Cleansing and Exfoliation treatment, rinse your face with luke warm tap water or wipe away cleanser with a muslin cloth, fl annel or cotton wool pads and continue with either another Tua

Spa treatment and/or your skincare regimen.

8

Zone 8 – Neck and décolleté

Tina Richards’ Tips

Make shorter movements with the modulator, applying a little more pressure around the nose and chin then lifting out in a scooping action to help loosen debris that may be blocking pores.

If you want to concentrate on exfoliating more sensitive areas of your face, such as around your nose and eyes, you may wish to switch to the Fast Intermittent mode.

Once or twice a month, if you have a normal skin type, use Tua Spa with a cleanser or facial wash containing alpha or beta hydroxy acids, for example 5% glycolic acid and/or 2% salicylic acid. This will intensify the peeling action of the Exfoliation treatment. If you are undergoing any medical facial treatments consult with your doctor fi rst.

Remember to always wear high factor broad spectrum (UVA + UVB) sunscreen every day; this is especially important after peeling treatments.

The SONIC Deep Cleansing and Exfoliation treatments can be applied to body areas too including the décolleté, back-of-hands, upper arms and back.

TREATMENT PROTOCOLS: MICRO-MASSAGE INDUCTION • 25

SONIC: Micro-massage Induction

Micro-massages facial products into your skin so that their active ingredients will be better absorbed, enhancing hydration, fi rmness, skin colour, skin plumpness and radiance.

The Micro-massage Induction treatment is great as an evening routine to massage in your favourite night time products and stimulate your skin while also winding you down before sleep - which is when your skin’s repair mechanisms are most active. However, it can be done at any time of the day and is gentle enough for daily use.

On some days you may wish to precede the Micro-massage Induction treatment with the Deep Cleansing and Exfoliation treatments to optimise the penetration of the active ingredients in your skincare products.

IMPORTANT:

Before you begin, please read “NORMAL SENSATIONS &

OBSERVATIONS when using Tua Spa” on page 36.

• Choose

or depending

on skin sensitivity (see page 21)

• Use Modulator Position 2 (see photo)

• Follow the routine zone by zone (1

to 7) for maximum benefi t

• Use your favourite serums, facial

gels, oils, moisturising creams, eye

serums/creams; preferably applied to damp skin

• Recommended treatment length: 2 - 3 minutes

• This treatment is gentle enough for daily use for normal skin. 2-3 times per

week is recommended for sensitive skin

• Use the Intermittent modes for areas you may fi nd sensitive such as the eye area

• Do not treat directly over the eye lids

26 • TREATMENT PROTOCOLS: MICRO-MASSAGE INDUCTION

Follow the direction of the arrows from Zones 1 to 7 as instructed below.

TREATMENT PROTOCOLS: MICRO-MASSAGE INDUCTION • 27

6b 6a

2

1

3

4

Zone 1 – Chin, lower lip and furrows from mouth to chin

Zone 2 – Upper lip and furrows from nose to mouth (nasolabial folds)

5b

5a

Zone 5 – Eye area: under eye area

(5a), crow’s feet and upper eye area

(brow bone) (5b)

Do not go inside orbital bone.

Zone 3 – Jaw line and lower cheek/jowl

Zone 4 – Upper cheek

Repeat the other side.

For the under eye area (5a), make small gentle pressing movements inward along the lower orbital bone from the inner to outer corner of the eye with the modulator heads pointing upward toward the eye.

For the upper eye area (5b), only treat the brow bone making small upward pushing movements towards the eye- brow lifting the upper eye area. Move along the brow bone from inner to outer corner with the modulator heads pointing upward toward the eyebrow.

Do not treat directly over the eye lids.

7

Zone 6 - Forehead and brow area: two optional movements, 6a and/or 6b

Zone 7 – Neck and décolleté

Following treatment

When you have completed your Micro-massage Induction treatment you may wish to apply make-up if during the day or before going out in the evening. If it is time for bed your skin is now prepped for sleep.

Tina Richards’ Tips

Make sure you massage in an even coverage of skincare product all over the face to the hairline. If you wish, you can concentrate on areas where you are concerned about ageing – furrows from nose to mouth (nasolabial folds) (2), upper lip (2), eye area (5) and cheek wrinkles (3 & 4).

The Micro-massage Induction treatment is versatile and can be used with most skincare so feel free to experiment. For example, try massaging in your facial sunscreen in the morning or your facial moisture mask treatment at night. To de-puff and tone eyes in the morning, micro-massage your eye area with a cooling eye gel or eye fi rming serum.

Extend the treatment time whenever you wish to spend longer than 2-3 minutes.

28 • TREATMENT PROTOCOLS: MICRO-CURRENT STIMULATION & SKIN BOOSTER

The following protocol is for both

MICRO

and

SONIC+MICRO

modes.

MICRO: Micro-current Stimulation

Boosts the rate of skin regeneration (cell turnover) which results in fi rmer, tauter skin and the reduced appearance of lines and wrinkles. The micro-current technology of Tua Spa also moderately tones the underlying subcutaneous facial muscles to help give the face a fi rm and defi ned appearance.

You may wish to use MICRO as a stand-alone treatment or add it on to other Tua

Spa treatment protocols - for example, after Deep Cleansing and Exfoliation and/ or before Micro-massage Induction.

SONIC+MICRO: Skin Booster

Exclusively combines both the Micro-massage Induction and the Micro-current

Stimulation treatment for plumped up, youthful-looking skin that glows with health and vitality and a fi rmed, toned and more lifted appearance ready for any ‘red carpet’ event.

The Skin Booster 3-minute skin reviving facial can be conducted any time your skin needs a boost and a lift, especially when you are pushed for time. However plumping and radiance promoting benefi ts.

IMPORTANT:

Before you begin, please read “NORMAL SENSATIONS &

OBSERVATIONS when using Tua Spa” on page 36.

TREATMENT PROTOCOLS: MICRO-CURRENT STIMULATION & SKIN BOOSTER • 29

• Use Modulator Position 2 (see photo)

• Follow the routine zone by zone (1

to 7) for maximum benefi t

• Use only tap water, moistening each

facial zone before and throughout its

treatment

• The micro-current is conducted

by water so it is important to keep

the area you are treating

• Alternatively you can use a water-based (ionised/conductive) gel. The gel

must be kept moistened with water throughout treatment of each facial zone

• Use the modulator to lift sagging facial areas during the treatment eg jowls,

cheeks and upper eye area

• Do not treat directly over the eye lids

MICRO: Micro-current Stimulation only

• Micro-current levels 1-3 depending on skin sensitivity (see page 21)

• Use lower intensity levels for areas you may fi nd sensitive such as the eye area

• Recommended treatment length: 3-12 minutes at the appropriate level

• Micro-current is gentle enough for daily use for normal skin. 2-3 times per

week is recommended for sensitive skin

SONIC+MICRO: Skin Booster only

• SONIC+MICRO is one preset program

• Recommended treatment length: 3 minutes

30 • TREATMENT PROTOCOLS: MICRO-CURRENT STIMULATION & SKIN BOOSTER

Follow the direction of the arrows from Zones 1 to 7 as instructed below.

1b 1a

2b 2a

Zone 1 – Jaw line and lower cheek/jowl area including furrows from mouth to chin: two optional movements, 1a and/ or 1b

Zone 2 – Upper cheek and area to side of nose working on furrows from nose to mouth (nasolabial folds): two optional movements, 2a and/or 2b

5

4

3

Zone 3 – Chin, lower lip and furrows from mouth to chin

Zone 4 – Upper lip and furrows from nose to mouth (nasolabial folds)

Zone 5 – Forehead/brow and glabellar crease (‘No. 11s’)

TREATMENT PROTOCOLS: MICRO-CURRENT STIMULATION & SKIN BOOSTER • 31

6b

6a

Zone 6 - Eye area: under eye area (6a), crow’s feet and upper eye area (brow bone) (6b)

Do not go inside orbital bone.

For the under eye area (6a), make small gentle pressing movements inward along the lower orbital bone from the inner to outer corner of the eye with the two modulator heads pointing upward toward the eye.

For the upper eye area (6b), only treat the brow bone making small upward pushing movements towards the eyebrow lifting the upper eye area.

Move along the brow bone from inner to outer corner with the modulator heads pointing upward toward the eyebrow.

Do not treat directly over the eye lids.

Following treatment

When you have completed your Microcurrent Stimulation or Skin Booster treatment you may wish to continue with your skincare regimen and/or apply make-up.

7

Zone 7 – Neck and décolleté

32 • TREATMENT PROTOCOLS: MICRO-CURRENT STIMULATION & SKIN BOOSTER

Tina Richards’ Tips

As an alternative to using just tap water or a conductive gel: Apply your favourite moisturising cream to your entire face and neck, and eye cream to your eye area, and then thoroughly moisten each facial zone with tap water over your moisturiser/eye cream before you treat that zone, and keep it moistened. I fi nd this creates lovely modulator glide for both the Micro-current Stimulation and Skin Booster treatments and induces some of your moisturiser’s active ingredients into your skin.

If the modulator does not glide eff ectively you may need to use a richer moisturising cream (re above tip) and/or moisten your skin more thoroughly with tap water over your moisturiser.

Make sure you include the neck and treat all the face to the hairline.

For the Micro-current Stimulation treatment, concentrate on areas of your face where you are concerned about ageing – furrows from nose to mouth (nasolabial folds) (2), upper lip (4), eye area (6) and cheek wrinkles (1 & 2).

For the Skin Booster treatment, focus on areas that need an intensive boost – brighten and refresh under your eyes, get glowing cheeks, fi rm up puff y facial contours and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

Turn the modulator round to Position 1 for the Skin Booster Treatment and give your skin a gentle cleansing, exfoliation and micro-current treatment in one! Follow user instructions for the Deep Cleansing and Exfoliation treatment (see pages

22 to 24).

Remember to give your back-of-hands regular treatments too!

GUIDANCE NOTES FOR TREATMENTS • 33

GUIDANCE NOTES FOR TREATMENTS

Treatment Times and Frequency-of-Use

All the Tua Spa treatments can be slotted into your day as you wish.

Regarding frequency-of-use and length of treatment time remember to

listen to

your skin.

The treatment times and frequency-of-use indicators outlined below are a guideline only.

Feel free to spend longer on any treatment. For example, once a month you may like to spend 6 minutes giving yourself an intensive Deep Cleansing & Exfoliation treatment.

Tua Spa is gentle enough for daily use however, if you have sensitive skin, we recommend you start by doing the Deep Cleansing & Exfoliation treatments 2 - 3 times per week.

Treatment Times and Frequency-of-Use

Mode/Treatment Treatment Time

(guideline only)

SONIC:

Deep Cleansing &

Exfoliation

2 - 3 minutes

SONIC:

Micro-massage

Induction

MICRO:

Micro-current

Stimulation

SONIC+MICRO:

Skin Booster

2 - 3 minutes

3 - 12 minutes

3 minutes

Frequency-of-Use

(guideline only)

Daily – morning or evening.

Or 2 – 3 times a week

(recommended for sensitive skin)

Daily – morning or evening with day/night time skincare products

Daily – morning or evening

Special occasion/when skin needs a quick boost

34 • GUIDANCE NOTES FOR TREATMENTS

Order of Treatments

Select one preferred treatment or a combination of treatments according to your needs. You can do the treatments separately at diff erent times or combine treatments as you wish.

For example, you may wish to do daily Micro-current Stimulation treatments in the morning and Micro-massage Induction treatments before bed (using your night time skincare). Or why not Deep Cleanse & Exfoliate 3 times a week (morning or evening) and save Skin Booster treatments for prepping for special events?

If you wish to do all treatments together in one session, then the order you should follow is:

Deep Cleansing and Exfoliation, Micro-current Stimulation, Skin Booster treatment, fi nishing with Micro-massage Induction.

A quick time-saving routine is: Deep Cleansing and Exfoliation followed by the

Skin Booster treatment.

When you want to give your skin a ‘full works’ facial you can work through all the modes in one extended facial treatment and your skin will feel like it has just left the spa.

RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS • 35

Summary of Recommended Products to use with Tua Spa

Mode/Treatment

SONIC:

Deep Cleansing &

Exfoliation

Recommended Products

Water-based* cleansing lotion or cleansing wash or just water alone.

To treat each facial zone, ensure it is thoroughly moistened with tap water and keep the zone moistened throughout its treatment.

* Look for the word “aqua” high up on the packaging ingredients list

Your favourite serum, facial gel, oil or moisturiser applied preferably to damp skin.

SONIC:

Micro-massage

Induction

MICRO:

Micro-current

Stimulation

Tap water alone

Or use a water-based (ionised/conductive) gel.

Tina Richard’s Tip: To increase modulator glide, apply your favourite facial moisturising cream to your entire face and neck and eye cream to your eye area

– then to treat each facial zone, thoroughly moisten it with tap water (over the top of your moisturiser/eye cream) and keep the zone moistened throughout

its treatment.

As above for MICRO

SONIC+MICRO:

Skin Booster

To moisten or re-moisten a facial zone with water, use either a cotton wool pad/ ball, clean facial muslin cloth, fl annel, facial sponge or just your fi ngers.

36 • NORMAL SENSATIONS & OBSERVATIONS

NORMAL SENSATIONS & OBSERVATIONS when using Tua Spa

Tua Spa is a professional grade, gentle yet potent, device. There are therefore some sensations that diff erent individuals may experience which are normal for the treatment. If in any doubt however please consult your doctor.

Sensitive skin

With Tua Spa, we have taken steps to accommodate those who have sensitive skin or areas of skin sensitivity on their face and neck. Please refer to our guidelines on how to adjust the performance modes to suit your requirements on page

21. If you have sensitive skin, our advice is to begin each treatment slowly and with care, taking no longer than 1 minute to complete it in the fi rst instance, until you are confi dent that you have selected a comfortable setting.

Whistling in the ear

In the SONIC modes some people are aware of a high pitched ‘whistling’ in the ear when the modulator is positioned on the cheek in front of the ear. This is a normal occurrence caused by the sonic vibrations and is harmless. To alleviate, change down to an intermittent and/or lower intensity SONIC program. Alternatively, move the tip of the modulator away from your ear to a point where the sensation goes away and concentrate treatment on your main areas of concern.

Sensitive teeth

If you have sensitive teeth, you may sometimes feel a vibration in your teeth when using the SONIC modes near to your mouth. This is a normal occurrence caused by the gentle sonic vibrations and is harmless. If you wish to alleviate, try choosing a more sensitive program or selecting a lower intensity level. Alternatively, move the tip of the modulator away from your mouth to a point where the sensation goes away.

Low pitch noise

You will hear a low pitch noise while using Tua Spa in MICRO mode. This is completely normal and indicates that the micro-current waves are being correctly emitted.

NORMAL SENSATIONS & OBSERVATIONS • 37

Metallic taste in the mouth

It is normal for some people to be aware of some metallic taste in the mouth when the modulator is positioned on the cheek or near to the mouth in either

MICRO or SONIC+MICRO mode. This is caused by a slightly acid saliva and the metallic taste can occur at any time, not just with micro-current. It is a harmless occurrence.

However if you wish to alleviate, try selecting a lower intensity level of microcurrent. Alternatively, move the tip of the modulator away from your mouth to a point where the taste goes away.

‘Pinking’ eff ect

You may experience a temporary ‘pinking’ of the skin during or after performing a treatment with Tua Spa because the skin is stimulated and blood supply is boosted. This normally disappears after a short period of time. If this ‘pinking’ eff ect is accompanied by any irritation, you should choose a more sensitive program or select a lower intensity level. If in any doubt consult your doctor.

Pets

It is possible that if you have a pet in close proximity to you while performing the SONIC and SONIC+MICRO treatments, they may be disturbed by the high frequency ultrasound waves. If this happens, it is advisable to take them out of the room.

IMPORTANT: caring for your Tua Spa

Remember to always clean the steel modulator after use when the device is switched off (see page 39 for correct cleaning directions). Never place under a running tap or immerse in water. Tua Spa should be thoroughly dry before storing away after each treatment. Do not leave the modulator wet. Keep the modulator covered with the modulator cap when not in use.

38 • RECHARGING THE BATTERY

RECHARGING THE BATTERY

If the battery runs down to limited power during use, the yellow LED will start to fl ash signalling that the device needs to be recharged. If you continue using

Tua Spa, the device will switch off automatically as soon as the battery is empty.

Remove the rubber plug from the input hole on the side of the

S O N I C

device and connect the battery charger (see page 13). The yellow

M I C R O

BATTERY

LED will stay on (without fl ashing) and go off when the charging is

completed.

A complete recharge will take 4 hours.

When fully charged Tua Spa will give approximately 160 minutes of

During the charging process the device’s functions are disabled for security reasons.

Do not charge Tua Spa where it will be exposed to direct sunlight or a heat source, or where there is a lot of moisture.

Use only the included charger.

The device and the charger will become slightly hot during the charging process, however this is not a malfunction.

Keep the charger away from water and handle with dry hands.

CLEANING THE DEVICE • 39

REPLACING THE BATTERY

Tua Spa contains a Lithium-ion polymer battery. It is rechargeable and allows more than 500 cycles of charge/discharge, if used appropriately.

The battery is not intended to be replaced by consumers, however it may be replaced at an authorised service centre.

The procedure described below is intended only for removal of the rechar-

geable battery for the purpose of proper disposal.

1 2

3 4

CLEANING THE DEVICE

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CLEANING YOUR DEVICE

Clean after each use with a soft clean cloth, towel or cotton pad dampened with mild soapy water or neutral sanitiser - carefully wipe over the steel modulator. If necessary, spray the cloth with a neutral detergent before wiping. Do not use alcohol, thinners, solvents or other chemical products.

DO NOT RINSE UNDER WATER. THIS WILL DAMAGE THE DEVICE.

If someone else uses your device, we suggest you also clean the steel modulator carefully, on the tip only, with a sterilising wipe before use.

40 • DISPOSAL & CLASSIFICATION

DISPOSAL

Tua Spa is an electronic device and as such contains electronic components that could be harmful to the environment and human health if disposed of in a way that does not conform to applicable legal provisions.

Discard Tua Spa, its component parts and accessories in compliance with local regulations on waste disposal. In particular, always discard old batteries into special containers.

Directive Nr. 2002/96/EC requires product owners to dispose of such a product by delivering it to a local Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Collection centre or giving it back to the dealer on making a new purchase and, in any case, forbids discarding the product as domestic waste.

The directive establishes fi nes for the unlawful discarding of such wastes.

The symbol shown right (crossed waste basket on wheels) and on the Tua Spa data plate indicates that the waste of electrical and electronic equipment must be collected separately.

CLASSIFICATION

•

Tua Spa is a BF type internally powered appliance; Class II when connected to

the battery charger BF type applied part

•

Degree of protection against the penetration of liquids: IPX0

•

Not suitable for use with anaesthetic mixtures infl ammable with air, oxygen

or nitrous oxide

TECHNICAL DETAILS • 41

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Parameter Ultrasound

Ultrasound carrier frequency 23-26 Khz

Intermittent mode modulation 0.8 Hz

Low Level Freq-Duty Cycle 50 Hz - 30%

High Level Freq-Duty Cycle 60 Hz - 60%

Micro-current

Current intensity 500 microA (1KOhm load)

Micro-current carrier frequency 8 Hz

Low Level Duty Cycle

Medium Level Duty Cycle

High Level Duty Cycle

17%

34%

50%

Whole device parameters

Supply

Weight

Dimensions

Operating conditions

Storage

Battery charger

7.4V internally battery powered

Lithium-ion polymer type

180 g

146 x 51 x 21 mm

Temperature: 15 - 35 °C

Humidity: 20 - 65% RH

Temperature: 10 - 50 °C

Humidity: 10 - 85 % RH

VUPIESSE mod. D35B120200

(Vupiesse Italia reorder code: VATSPA05)

Input: AC 240V ~ 50Hz

Output: DC 12V - 200mA

42 • CONFORMITY

CONFORMITY WITH REGULATIONS

Tua Spa bears the CE mark.

Tua Spa has been designed and manufactured in conformity with the requirements of the company quality system certifi ed according to UNI EN ISO 9001:2008 and

UNI EN ISO 13485:2004 standards.

For product audit, the EN60335-2-32:2003 electrical safety standard has been applied.

Conformity with electromagnetic compatibility has been determined by applying standards

EN50366:2003

EN55014-1

EN55014-2

EN61000-3-2

EN61000-3-3.

CONFORMITY • 43

1 2 3 4

1 Symbol indicating conformity of the appliance with European Directives

2 12V battery charger (direct current)

3 Appliance with BF type fi tted part

4 Do not dispose of the device in the common urban waste

Made in Italy.

Manufactured by Vupiesse Italia,

47900 Rimini, Italy.

Distributed in UK and ROI by

Tina Richards Ltd,

West Sussex, BN11 2AY.

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