Eternal Ink and other Non-toxic Tattoo Inks - Shop The Best Tattoo Inks

Most people enjoy the beauty and aesthetics of tattoos, but very few people know the potential risks from getting a tattoo. Although the idea of a tattoo can be fun and exciting, every clinical procedure carries some form of risk, so minimising any risk factors and making the procedure as safe as possible is of the utmost importance. It's extremely important to go to a reputable tattoo artist who puts the well-being of their client first and is well versed in cross contamination procedures, and health and safety.  

There are always tattoo artists out there who are willing to compromise the health and safety of their clients, and those who do not follow the correct procedures. For example, using unsterilised products risks passing on infections such as HIV and hepatitis to clients. There is also the risk of allergic reactions and complications from the tattoo ink used (especially if it is coloured).

Some complications include granuloma, lichenoid diseases, cement dermatitis, collagen deposits, and carcinoma. That's why it's paramount to go to a decent artist who uses reputable tattoo ink brands. If you research and read articles on potential complications that can be caused by tattoos, you will definitely want to make sure that you're going to a reputable tattoo artist! 

The components that make up the huge array of colours in tattoo inks have changed quite drastically over time, and the science behind tattoo inks has come a long way. Many years ago, the main focus for tattoo artists was about getting the brightest boldest ink, rather than the safest.

Fortunately we've come a long way since then, and the importance of sterility and safety is the main focus when it comes to a tattoo artist's colour palette.  Tattoo Ink manufacturer's first and foremost aim is to achieve the safest possible formulation of tattoo ink, which gives both tattoo supplies companies, artists, and clients alike the confidence that their inks are non-toxic and safe to use.  Some of these formulations are organic and vegan-friendly.

If you’re interested in using a non-toxic tattoo ink, these are the some of the ingredients you should look for:

• Carbon and Logwood - used to produce black tattoo ink
• Titanium Dioxide - used to produce white ink
• Turmeric - herb that produces yellow ink
• Monoazo - carbon-based pigment used in green ink
• Sodium, aluminium, and copper - produces blue dye
• Napthol - produces red ink (this pigment may cause reactions on skin, however it's still safer than red inks made from iron oxide or rust, cinnabar and cadmium red)
• Dioxazine and Carbazole - produces purple ink 

Aside from these ingredients, non-toxic inks also include purified water, vegetable-based glycerine, and ethanol. We stock a huge range of high-quality non-toxic tattoo inks so you can be sure you're getting the absolute best when it comes to tattoo ink. One of the well known brands that produce non-toxic inks is Eternal Ink.

It is made of organic pigments, free of animal by-products, and is not tested on animals! So if you’re a vegan and you are dying to get yourself tattooed, do your research and look for artists who use Eternal Ink and other vegan-friendly inks. Choose your artist wisely, and do not be afraid to ask questions. You can even ask them for a patch test. It’s better to be paranoid than to suffer the consequences afterwards.

For tattoo artists and for those who own a tattoo studio, considering what’s best for your clients is a must to keep up a good reputation, so use trusted brands like Eternal Ink.  Aside from using non-toxic and organic ingredients, Eternal Ink is also carefully packaged to maintain its quality and to extend its shelf life.

It is also easy to keep Eternal Ink’s colour consistency, all you have to do is to shake it every three months when stored and to keep it at a comfortable room temperature away from direct UV sunlight. Other non-toxic brands available include the likes of Radiant Colors, Kuro Sumi, Dynamic, and Solid Ink.