![]() There’s a wide range of professional inks available so let’s talk you through the basics, including the different types, storage tips and general usage tips too. ![]() When it comes to stick and poke ink types, there’s two main types. These are called ‘stable pigment-based’ and ‘pre-dispersed’. Stable pigment-based inks are the less commonly used inks of the two, as they have to be mixed before use. Whereas when you buy pre-dispersed inks they’re ready to use straight away, but make sure you always shake the bottle well before use. We recommend using pre-dispersed inks for your stick and poke tattoo, as it’s good quality and easy to use. Stick and poke inks are made up of two main elements – pigments and carriers. For pigments, you can get either vegetable-based, metal-based or plastic-based, which appear as powder particles with different sizes – depending on the ink. Pre-dispersed inks have very fine particles. The carriers in inks are super important for hygiene and to make sure everything is evenly mixed. They disinfect the ink and make sure it’s pathogen-free. Carriers can be made up of water, surfactants (glycerine, propylene glycol) or hamamelis water. ![]() Now that you know the basics of stick and poke inks, let’s show you some products. There’s a wide range to choose from, and our friends at Single Needle stock a handful of them. Dynamic Inkĭynamic Ink make professional quality pre-dispersed inks. They’re known for their smooth flow rate and bold, bright colours. These inks are commonly used for outlining and shading your stick and pokes. There’s a range of colours available too, so if you’re looking to add some colour into your stick and poke, you’re in the right place. Click here to view Single Needle’s range of Dynamic Ink.
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