Electrum's tattoo culture blog
Electrum's Tattoo Culture Blog
How to Read a Certificate of Compliance for Tattoo Stencil Paper (What's In Your Paper? Pt. 2)
Every supplier says their thermal paper is "safe." Almost none of them will show you a document. Here's how to read a Certificate of Compliance for tattoo stencil paper: what REACH SVHC and RoHS actually mean, what a real test report looks like, and the four things to check before you believe a claim on a box.
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What Is Tattoo Ink Made Of? A Straight Answer From People Who Make It
Tattoo ink is pigment suspended in a carrier solution, but the real differences live in pigment quality, carrier chemistry, and whether a manufacturer can prove what's in the bottle. A no-fog breakdown of what tattoo ink is actually made of, how it's regulated, and why documentation is becoming the industry standard.
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.