Can the same laser be used for Tattoo removal and hair removal?
Many people believe that the laser used for hair removal can also be used to remove tattoos. This is a very common misconception that can put your skin at serious risk. In this article, we explain why these are completely different technologies and why you should never use a hair removal laser to erase a tattoo.
How does the hair removal laser work??
Hair removal lasers, like diode or Alexandrite lasers, emit light that is absorbed by the melanin in hair follicles. The heat destroys the follicle without damaging the skin. It’s an effective method for gradually reducing hair, but its wavelength and power are designed to target hair—not tattoo ink.
What happens if you use that laser on a tattoo?
Using a hair removal laser on a tattoo can be very dangerous 🚨. Since it targets pigment, the laser may interact with the ink in a harmful way, potentially causing:
- Severe burns
- Excessive inflammation
- Permanent scarring
- Tattoo distortion
Also, it doesn’t remove the ink, because it lacks the required speed and power to break it down.
Which laser is used to remove tattoos?
Tattoo removal is done with lasers like the Nd:YAG Q-Switched or the more advanced picosecond laser. These devices emit ultra-fast pulses specifically designed to shatter ink particles, even tough colors like green or blue.
They do not affect hair or melanin, but exclusively the ink embedded in the dermis.
At Miki Tattoo Killer, we use Ink Hunter Master and Ink Hunter Master Pro technologies from Laser Light in all our tattoo removal treatments. These devices are currently considered the most advanced and effective for tattoo and skin pigment removal.
Each laser has a specific purpose
If you’re thinking about removing a tattoo, make sure to see a specialist with the right technology. Don’t risk your skin with hair removal lasers or unqualified services. Tattoo removal requires precision, experience, and equipment designed specifically for ink elimination.
We’ve spent over 10 years exclusively working on tattoo removal, using state-of-the-art equipment and partnering with the top tattoo studios across Catalonia. We’re specialists—not amateurs.
Check out our partner studios and book an appointment at the location that suits you best.
We’ll let you know if your tattoo can be removed, how many sessions you’ll need, and what results to expect—no commitment. 📣 You can contact us through the website form, via Whatsapp, or on Instagram.
