Can a Laser Cause Burns? Facts and Myths About Laser Treatments
Katarzyna Zegar
Can a laser for permanent makeup removal cause burns?
Many PMU artists who are considering expanding their services to include laser permanent makeup and tattoo removal ask themselves this question.
Many concerns circulate around this: burns, blisters, slow-healing skin… But the truth is much simpler: everything depends on the knowledge of the person performing the treatment and the quality of the equipment.
In this article, we will focus on debunking the most common myths about permanent makeup removal so that you can make decisions in your salon based on facts, not fear or hearsay.
At Modestic™, we have specialized in laser pigment removal and PMU artist education for 10 years, which is why we know what works, what is safe, and what mistakes to avoid.
Here are the most common myths about laser treatments and the facts worth knowing.
MYTH 1: Laser treatment always hurts and leaves blisters
FACT 1: Modern lasers, such as Modestic Pro™ Nd:Yag Q-Switch, emit controlled light pulses that break down pigment without damaging surrounding tissue.
With correctly selected parameters and skin cooling procedures, the treatment is noticeable but not painful, and the skin does not necessarily react with blisters or swelling.
Such reactions are usually the result of incorrect technique or working with cheap, uncertified equipment.
MYTH 2: A laser will burn the skin, regardless of the operator's skills
FACT 2: Laser burns after PMU or tattoo removal treatments are not the norm – they are an operator error or the result of working with low-quality equipment.
A professional laser, has appropriately matched wavelengths and stable parameters that allow it to act selectively only on the pigment.
Burns can only occur if the person performing the treatment lacks knowledge about the appropriate energy selection, pulse duration, or working technique.
MYTH 3: Lasers are difficult to operate and cannot be learned
FACT 3: Laser operation may seem complicated only when there is a lack of training.
At Modestic™, every trainee learns to work with a laser in practice on real models, using treatment diagrams and protocols.
This is not theory, but practical knowledge, which is why after our training PMU artists return to their salons feeling ready to work independently.
What truly affects the safety of laser permanent makeup removal?
Permanent makeup removal treatments can be completely safe, provided they are performed in accordance with the latest knowledge.
At Modestic™, we teach responsible work, based on an understanding of technology, skin, and pigment.
Here are the factors that truly determine safety:
✔️ Professional laser for permanent makeup and tattoo removal
This is an absolute must. Only a premium-class laser, such as Modestic Pro™ Nd:Yag Q-Switch, provides full control over energy, pulse duration, and skin safety.
► Thanks to its dual wavelength (1064 nm and 532 nm), it enables effective removal of both dark and red pigments.
► High single pulse (250mJ), stable Flat Top beam, precise calibration, and the presence of an efficient component cooling system ensure that the device does not overheat, does not stop working during the treatment, and maintains efficiency even with a large number of shots.
All of this translates into comfort and safety for your clients and for you as the operator.
💡 At Modestic™, we test every laser before sale, because we have been working with our own brand’s equipment since its inception! Each device comes with full technical documentation, safety certificates, and can be purchased with favorable leasing options.
✔️ Knowledge and Experience – The Foundation of Effectiveness
Even the best equipment will not guarantee safety if the person performing the treatment cannot correctly select the parameters.
General training is not enough here, because a real understanding is needed of how pigment behaves in the skin, how it reacts to the laser in different removal phases, what risks some dye components carry, and much more.
Understanding pigmentology, skin structure, and the mechanism of light scattering in tissue is key to working without complications.
That’s why during Modestic™ in-person training courses, held in Warsaw and Krakow we impart this knowledge based on real cases from salons and always work with models.
✔️ Pigment Type and Skin Condition – Everything Matters
Not all pigments are created equal; hybrid pigments behave differently, inorganic pigments differently, and remnants of pigment deeply embedded in the skin yet differently.
Whether removal is successful and safe also depends on the client’s skin condition, previous treatments, presence of scars, reaction to light, and post-treatment care.
For this reason, the removal procedure should never be identical for every person. You need to learn to analyze cases individually, and that’s exactly what we teach!
✔️ Practical Training – Essential for Success
Work safety is not just a slogan. That’s why at our in-person training courses we don’t limit ourselves to lectures; every trainee works with a laser on real models, learns protocols step-by-step, and we discuss actual salon cases.
The training is led by Kristina Malinina, an expert with 10 years of experience in pigment removal, who knows how to convey knowledge from a practitioner’s perspective, not just a trainer’s.
After completing our tattoo and PMU removal course each participant can benefit from post-training support, a closed support group, and assistance with difficult cases.
Want to remove safely? Join a professional Modestic™ training course
At Modestic™, we teach how to work effectively, confidently, and without risk.
We emphasize this once again: our training courses are not just theory; they are intensive workshops with hands-on work on models, led by the brand’s founder Kristina, who personally performs permanent makeup and tattoo removal treatments daily.
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If you want to:
- know how to remove hybrid and colored pigments without the risk of burns,
- be able to choose the method: laser or remover,
- consciously plan the PMU or tattoo removal process,
- and not wonder if the laser will be “too much” for you… then this training is for you!
Additionally:
After the training, you can get a discount on a laser equal to the current training price, if you decide to purchase a device from our store.
This means you receive the value of this training as a gift! 🎁
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