Electrum's tattoo culture blog
Electrum's Tattoo Culture Blog
Can You Be Allergic to Tattoo Ink?
You’ve probably heard the horror stories — someone gets a tattoo and ends up red, swollen, or itchy for weeks. Allergic reactions to tattoo ink can happen, but they’re rare, preventable, and almost always linked to low-quality or unregulated pigments. Let’s clear the air (and your skin): here’s the truth about tattoo ink allergies, what causes them, and why artists who use Electrum Ink don’t lose sleep over it.
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What Tattoo Suppies to Upgrade First When You Can’t Afford to Upgrade Everything
Every artist hits that point: your setup works… but barely. Your back hurts, your stencils slide off, your ink looks like it came from a gas station. You want to level up—but your bank account said, “be serious.” Here’s the realistic, not-sponsored, artist-approved guide to what you should actually upgrade first when money’s tight.Prioritized by: Client safety → Tattoo quality → Artist health.
Beginner Tattoo Gear Picks: What You Actually Need to Start Tattooing
A no-BS guide to getting your station together—without wasting money or pissing off your mentor. If you’re just starting out as a tattoo apprentice (or prepping to go pro), the internet will try to convince you that you need a $2,000 machine, 48 ink bottles, and a ring light the size of the moon. But real ones know: the best artists start with clean fundamentals, not flashy extras.
The Business of Tattooing - The Future of Tattoo Ink - Science or Fiction?!
Tattoos have always been a powerful form of self-expression, reflecting our identity, culture, and individuality. But imagine tattoos that not only look visually stunning but also interact dynamically with the body's chemistry, monitor health, or even communicate with a smartphone. Welcome to the cutting-edge world of bio-ink and interactive tattoos—the potential future of body art that MAY be beginning to capture imaginations around the globe.
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.
