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Source: Tattoo Ink Chemistry - Pigment Chemistry | chemistry.about.com
Description: Today's pigments include the original mineral pigments, modern industrial organic pigments, a few vegetable-based pigments, and some plastic-based pigments.
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Manufacturers of inks and pigments are not required to reveal the contents. A professional who mixes his or her own inks from dry pigments will be most likely to know the composition of the inks. (more)
Commercial tattoo inks include alcohols, anti-freeze, formaldehyde, gluteraldehyde, water, witch hazel, and more. ChaCha on!
