Mixing Ink
- therobotpanda
- Jan 19
- 1 min read
Mix tattoo ink by starting with a base color and adding darker, more intense pigments slowly to avoid over-saturating. Use sterile, disposable cups, and add a few drops of mixing solution or distilled water to improve flow and consistency. Always record your color ratios, test shades on fake skin, and shake bottles thoroughly before pouring to avoid separation.
Key Tattoo Ink Mixing Tips:
Sterility First: Always wear gloves and use clean tools to prevent contamination.
Color Ratios: Start with a light base and gradually add darker, more intense colors to achieve the desired shade.
Adding White: Use white ink to lighten colors or create pastels, but do so slowly as it can drastically change the hue.
Creating Browns: Mix a base color with its complementary color (e.g., green and red) to create natural-looking, warm brown tones.
Shading/Dilution: Use a professional shading solution to thin ink for smoother application and consistent grey washes.
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