IPL Device Emits Light Without Skin Contact
Published at: 2026-05-19
Sensor and mode behavior check
Special Note: Air 10 SHR mode has a special flashing pattern.
Potential Causes
- Sensor issue
- Mode-related operation
- Sapphire head needs cleaning
Troubleshooting Steps
- Clean the sapphire head gently.
- Restart the device and check whether the issue continues.
- Test different modes and levels to see if the issue only happens in one specific mode.
Details
- If this only happens in Air 10 SHR mode:
In SHR mode, pressing the button once may trigger 4 consecutive flashes. This can appear as light emission even when the device is not touching the skin, and it is normal for this mode. - If this happens in other modes:
Please record a video clearly showing the device flashing without skin contact.
- Air+ / Air 3 / Air 4: On the side of the device.
- Air 10 / Ulike X: Near the power cable port, at the bottom of the device.
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