tattoos are body modifications created by injecting ink, dyes, and pigments into the dermis layer of skin.
Tattooing Techniques
Native Americans, South Sea Islanders, and Polynesians used various techniques, such as pricking and scratching, to apply color to their skin.
Bug Pin Needles
Bug Pin Needles are skinny needles used for precise line work and tattoo shading. They are commonly used for dot-work tattoos and come in different sizes and needle configurations.
Tattoo Ink
Tattoo Ink combines pigments and a carrier solution used for permanent tattooing. The carrier solution ensures an even pigment mixing and helps tattoo artists apply the ink to the skin. Traditional ink uses natural substances, but modern inks are industrially produced and may contain potentially harmful elements.
Tattoo Gloves
Tattoo artists must wear gloves to protect themselves and their clients from infections. Latex gloves are lightweight and elegant, while vinyl gloves offer an alternative option with more thickness but less flexibility.
Tattoo Paper
Tattoo paper transfers drawings or images onto the skin during tattooing. Hectograph paper and thermal transfer paper are the two commonly used stencil papers. Thermal transfer paper is preferred for its clarity and transfer capabilities, especially on darker skin tones.
Tattoo stock includes various supplies and equipment used by tattoo artists. It is essential to understand these items well to ensure the best outcomes for both artists and clients.
