It is often said that tattooing is 50% artistic talent and 50% technique. But there is a third pillar that is sometimes neglected: the quality of the tools.
As an artist, your priority is the immediate visual result. However, for your client, the experience doesn't end when they leave the studio. Healing and pigment longevity are the true indicators of the quality of your work. This is why choosing your consumables is crucial to your reputation.
1. Needle precision and skin trauma
Not all cartridges are created equal. A lower quality needle, with an imperfect weld or less stable steel, will create more micro-trauma to the skin.
The result? Skin that swells more, bleeds more, and heals more slowly. By investing in premium cartridges (like the ones we rigorously select), you ensure smoother ink flow and faster saturation, thus reducing pain for the client and processing time.
2. Ink chemistry and longevity
The market is flooded with cheap inks, but pigment stability is essential. High-quality ink complies with new health standards (such as REACH) and ensures that black doesn't turn blue-grey and that colors remain vibrant after 5 years.
Using certified inks protects the health of your customers and ensures that your artwork will age as well as your reputation.
3. Hygiene as a tool for building customer loyalty
Today's customer is educated. He notices the quality of the sterile drapes, dressings (of the "second skin" type) and cleaning products that you use.
Using professional aftercare products shows that you care about their well-being, not just their money. It's often this "little extra" in customer service that transforms a one-time client into a regular who will recommend you to all their friends.
At SB Distribution , we don't just sell supplies. We select the tools that allow you to work better, faster, and more safely. Because your art deserves the best possible support.
