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featured Can You Shake Tattoo Ink? Best Practices for Preserving Quality

TL;DR: Yes, tattoo ink should be shaken regularly—especially before use—to ensure proper pigment dispersion. Over time, pigments naturally settle, which can affect color performance and consistency. Whether shaking manually or...

On May 02, 2025 by tommy supplies 0 Comments

Tattoo Inks and Heavy Metals: What Every Artist and Client Should Know

TL;DR Some tattoo inks may contain trace amounts of heavy metals like lead, arsenic, or cadmium—mainly as components in certain colored pigments. While this doesn’t mean all inks are dangerous,...

On Apr 14, 2025 by tommy supplies 0 Comments

Tattoo Inks for Darker Skin Tones: What Works Best?

TL;DR: Tattooing darker skin tones requires understanding contrast, saturation, and pigment behavior in melanin-rich skin. Bold, highly saturated colors—like reds, purples, and vibrant blues—tend to show up best. Black ink...

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The Science of Tattoo Ink: How It Ages, Spreads, and Stays in Your Skin

TL;DR ✅ Tattoo ink does not enter the bloodstream in a harmful way but settles in the dermis layer of the skin. ✅ Tattoo ink can expire—proper storage prevents contamination...

On Mar 13, 2025 by tommy supplies 0 Comments

How to Choose the Right Ink Colors: Understanding the Tattoo Color Wheel

TL;DR ✅ The tattoo color wheel helps artists create harmonious, well-balanced color palettes. ✅ Primary colors (red, blue, yellow) are the foundation of all ink shades. ✅ Complementary colors (opposites...

On Mar 13, 2025 by tommy supplies 0 Comments

Understanding Tattoo Ink Contamination: Risks and Prevention

TL;DR: Understanding Tattoo Ink Contamination – Risks & Prevention • Tattoo ink contamination can lead to infections caused by bacteria, fungi, or impurities if inks are not properly sterilized. • ...

On Feb 19, 2025 by tommy supplies 0 Comments

The Art of Color Mixing: How Tattoo Artists Create Custom Ink Shades

TL;DR: Mastering Tattoo Ink Color Mixing • Color theory is crucial for creating custom tattoo ink shades and achieving vibrant, long-lasting results. • Tattoo pigments behave differently than paint, requiring...

On Feb 19, 2025 by tommy supplies 0 Comments

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