Panasonic ES2502 Operating Instructions Manual page 5

Callus (Fig. 6 Ⓐ ):
A callus is a yellowish hardened
layer that forms through repeated
pressure or abrasion.
ⓐ Hardened layer
ⓑ Epidermis
ⓒ Derma
Blister (Fig. 6 Ⓑ ):
A blister is a round, fluid-filled bulge
formed by rapid abrasion.
ⓓ Fluid
Corns (Fig. 6 Ⓒ ):
A corn forms when a hardened
layer thickens and extends deep
into the derma. Applying pressure
to a corn stimulates the nerves and
can be very painful.
ⓔ Core
• Spread a newspaper or the like to
catch filed particles.
• Do not apply moisturizers before
filing, as doing so can result
in infection, inflammation, or
excessively deep filing. Make sure
the area to be filed is clean and
dry before using.
• Filing a single location for a long
time can cause it to become hot
with friction. To avoid this, be sure
to make small changes in the
filing position while filing.
Filing technique (Fig. 7)
• Filing an area too deeply can cause
it to become sore or inflamed.
• Filing too large an area can result
in even larger calluses forming.
Therefore, be sure to leave some
of the hardened layer.
• After filing, apply a moisturizer to
keep the skin soft.
• Filing should be performed about
once every two weeks.
ⓐ Hardened layer
ⓑ Portion to be removed
ⓒ Epidermis
ⓓ Derma
ⓔ Leave some of the hardened
layer.
How to use the file
Filing soles and heels (Fig. 8)
Use the regular file.
Concentrate filing on hard areas.
Filing the sides of the foot (Fig. 9)
Use the regular file.
Because the file rotates, it may tend
to slide sideways when it touches
the skin.
Note: Hold the product so that risk
of injury is reduced if the file
slides.
ⓐ Even if the file slides off the area
being worked on, thick skin is
unlikely to be injured.
ⓑ Soft skin may be injured if the file
slides.
Filing the toes (Fig. 10)
Use the narrow file.
Filing small areas (Fig. 11)
Use the narrow file.
When filing small areas, guide the
tip of the file with your one hand to
prevent sliding. Proceed slowly.
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