PMU Pigment Removal Techniques 2

Question 1

Which pigment color is most challenging to remove with laser and carries the highest risk of paradoxical darkening?

Accepted Answer

White or flesh-toned

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Black

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Dark navy blue

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Forest green

Question 2

What is the primary practical difference between saline removal and laser removal for PMU?

Accepted Answer

Saline removal falls within many PMU technicians' scope of practice, while laser removal typically requires a licensed laser or medical professional

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Laser removal is always significantly less expensive

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Saline removal uses light energy while laser uses a salt solution

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Laser removal is limited to eyebrows while saline removal works on all PMU areas

Question 3

What does the Fitzpatrick scale help determine when planning PMU removal?

Accepted Answer

Skin phototype to assess risk of post-treatment hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation

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The exact replacement pigment color needed for a client

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The precise number of removal sessions a client will need

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The cost estimate for a complete removal treatment series

Question 4

How is glycolic acid used in the context of PMU pigment removal?

Accepted Answer

As a chemical exfoliant to accelerate cell turnover and lift superficial pigment

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As a topical numbing agent applied before the removal procedure

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As a sterilizing agent applied to the skin immediately before removal

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As a fixative to preserve existing pigment color during partial removal

Question 5

After a saline removal session, what is the single most critical aftercare instruction for the client?

Accepted Answer

Do not pick, scratch, or disturb the scab that forms during healing

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Apply a thick, occlusive moisturizer to the area immediately after treatment

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Keep the area continuously moist with saline solution for 24 hours

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Expose the area to natural sunlight daily to stimulate healing

Question 6

For non-emergency saline removal, what is the minimum recommended wait time after the original PMU procedure?

Accepted Answer

30 days or until the skin is fully healed

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7 days post-procedure

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14 days post-procedure

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6 months minimum

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of saline removal compared to laser removal for PMU?

Accepted Answer

Requires fewer total sessions to achieve complete removal

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Can be performed by trained PMU technicians without medical licensure

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Effective on all pigment colors including white and flesh-toned pigments

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Lower risk of paradoxical darkening on light-toned pigments