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Electrum's tattoo culture blog

Electrum's Tattoo Culture Blog

Identical boxes on a factory line receiving different labels
Electrum Insider

Same Factory, Different Label: How Factory-Direct Selling Is Reshaping What Artists Buy

Rob Smead

Hundreds of new supply brands have appeared in a decade. Many share the same factories, and buyers can't tell. Here's what's driving it, and how to buy smarter.

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About the Electrum Blog:

From tattooing's past to the future, the team of artists and shop owners at Electrum share their perspectives and knowledge on everything tattoo industry.

A few of the things you'll find in our blog posts:

  • Business and Industry Insights: advice and ideas for tattoo business growth, current industry trends and strategies for attracting clients, whilst managing a full schedule.
  • Compliance and Safety: Information regarding regulatory compliance and our mission to produce safe, compliant inks.
  • Product Information: Details about our specific products.
  • Interviews and Events: Discussions and recaps from industry events.
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