In a previous article, found here, we introduced the characteristics of tattoo inks from various manufacturers. This time, we'll be providing an updated 2023 version, including features of brands not carried by FLAG!
Solid Ink
Solid Ink is a US-based tattoo ink manufacturer that uses only the highest quality organic pigments. The pigments are highly concentrated, known for their bright colors and high saturation.
All Solid Ink tattoo inks are manufactured in the US and approved in the EU, making them easy to use and ensuring good skin penetration. The fact that they contain no animal-derived ingredients is another reason for their global acceptance.
At FLAG TATTOO SUPPLY, we offer a wide range of single bottles in various colors, as well as multiple black colors.
Solid Ink is also popular for its sets produced by world-renowned artists like Chris Garver and Horitomo! Chris Garver's set is a mix of 12 tones to accommodate the diversity of various styles. Horitomo, drawing from years of experience in traditional Japanese tattooing, has put together a set of 12 colors essential for tattoo compositions.
Silver Back Ink
Manufactured in the US, Silverback Ink is a tattoo brand particularly specialized in blackwork and black & gray tattoos, enjoying high popularity and recognition worldwide.
Like Solid Ink, all inks from this brand are completely free of animal-derived ingredients. These inks are sold pre-mixed, so there's no need to adjust the gray wash concentration, allowing for consistency in your work.
Among Silverback Ink's particularly popular colors are InstaBlack and Stupid Black; the former blends into the skin more like velvet, while the latter has a more adhesive quality.
Silverback Ink has been focusing on development recently, releasing Black Th1rt3en and a 3 Shade Grey Wash set as their latest products. The viscosity and surface tension of these inks have been significantly improved compared to previous inks, making them suitable for any tattoo style, from dot work to portraits.
Radiant
Radiant Colors is a brand headquartered in California, manufacturing tattoo inks with the concept of vibrant, long-lasting, and easy-to-apply colors. Radiant partners with famous top artists such as Angelo Nicolella and Luis Bonilla to produce original inks and sets.
The Angelo Nicolella Portrait Set is suitable for creating realistic portraits and will bring out the best in your color realism work.
For those looking for vivid colors ideal for New School or bold outlines, the LUIS BONILLA NEW SCHOOL SET is recommended.
Of course, their single bottle inks also boast high quality, not just the sets.
World Famous
World Famous Ink is recognized as a premium quality tattoo ink, boasting high pigment content and high flow, loved by tattoo artists worldwide. As a global seller, it is undoubtedly a top-tier brand in terms of recognition.
Its primary feature is its extensive color palette. This provides artists with more options, enabling them to create more vibrant and striking works.
All World Famous Ink colors are manufactured in the US using only plant-derived ingredients and sterilized by gamma radiation, ensuring their safety.
Like other brands, they consistently offer various ink sets supervised by a professional team.
Intenze Ink
Intenze Ink was developed by the legendary tattoo artist Mario Barth and is recognized as a high-quality ink in the US. Due to its development by a famous artist, other globally renowned artists also use Intenze's unique ink sets.
Similar to World Famous, all ingredients are plant-derived and sterilized by gamma radiation, maintaining high safety standards.
At FLAG TATTOO SUPPLY, we focus on selling large-capacity black inks of 360ml or more. We encourage you to try them and discover the differences from other brands.
Dynamic Color
Dynamic Color has specialized in high-quality tattoo inks since 1990, and its flagship product, Dynamic Black Ink, is widely known for its exceptional quality. Its characteristics include ease of use, absence of blue or purple undertones, and the deep black color lasts even after healing. Dynamic Color is frequently cited as one of the most effective black inks for lining and tribal designs.
This brand, developed through years of research and trial-and-error based on artists' demands, lives up to its "Dynamic" name, boasting a distinct, highly concentrated black. It is recommended for those seeking inks that resist fading over time.
Kuro Sumi Imperial
Kuro Sumi Imperial is a globally renowned high-quality tattoo ink manufacturer deeply influenced by traditional Japanese tattooing. Developed in Japan, KUROSUMI tattoo inks have been loved by artists worldwide for many years. The IMPERIAL series is an evolved new ink series, an improved version of the original inks. Through thorough research and development, they have produced inks that can express tradition.
The concept is designed to have vibrant tones that allow for the creation of the most eye-catching designs. All these inks are also color performance quality tested by top-tier tattoo artists.
Summary
Each ink brand clearly reflects the manufacturer's philosophy and characteristics. You can choose what suits you best, or even switch between brands depending on the artwork. Why not try out various brands to discover the differences?
Reference
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