Braun Skin i.expert
K230911 · Cyden Limited · OHT · Apr 27, 2023 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
| Record ID | K230911 |
| Device Name | Braun Skin i.expert |
| Applicant | Cyden Limited |
| Product Code | OHT · General, Plastic Surgery |
| Decision Date | Apr 27, 2023 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Special |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 878.4810 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
| Attributes | Therapeutic |
Intended Use
The Braun Skin i.expert Hair Removal Device is indicated for the removal of unwanted hair. The Braun Skin i.expert is also indicated for the permanent reduction in hair regrowth, defined as the long-term, stable reduction in the number of hairs regrowing when measured at 6, 9 and 12 months after the completion of a treatment regime.
Device Story
Braun Skin i.expert is an intense pulsed light (IPL) hair removal device for over-the-counter use. Device emits light pulses to target hair follicles; intended for removal of unwanted hair and permanent reduction in hair regrowth. Operated by the user at home. Device provides feedback or guidance to the user to assist in treatment application. Output affects user's hair removal regimen; benefits include long-term reduction in hair regrowth.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided in the summary document; substantial equivalence is based on technological characteristics and performance similarities to the predicate device.
Technological Characteristics
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) hair removal device. Operates via light energy emission for hair follicle targeting. Designed for over-the-counter home use. Includes software-based guidance features.
Indications for Use
Indicated for removal of unwanted hair and permanent reduction in hair regrowth in adults.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
(1) A carbon dioxide laser for use in general surgery and in dermatology is a laser device intended to cut, destroy, or remove tissue by light energy emitted by carbon dioxide.(2) An argon laser for use in dermatology is a laser device intended to destroy or coagulate tissue by light energy emitted by argon.
Predicate Devices
- Braun Silk-expert Pro 5 (K192629)
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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April 27, 2023
CyDen Limited Adam Stephens Regulatory Engineer Block A, Bay Studios Business Park, Fabian Way Swansea, Wales SA1 8QB United Kingdom
Re: K230911
Trade/Device Name: Braun Skin i.expert Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4810 Regulation Name: Laser Surgical Instrument For Use In General And Plastic Surgery And In Dermatology Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OHT, GEX Dated: March 28, 2023 Received: March 31, 2023
Dear Adam Stephens:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal
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Sincerely,
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Jianting Wang Acting Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K230911
Device Name Braun Skin i.expert
## Indications for Use (Describe)
The Braun Skin i.expert Hair Removal Device is indicated for the removal of unwanted hair. The Braun Skin i.expert is also indicated for the permanent reduction in hair regrowth, defined as the long-term, stable reduction in the number of hairs regrowing when measured at 6, 9 and 12 months after the completion of a treatment regime.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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|X | Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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