Q&A for How to Create Prison Tattoo Ink

Return to Full Article

Search
Add New Question
  • Question
    Can I use normal pen ink?
    Community Answer
    No, you cannot use normal pen ink as it can poison you if it gets into your blood stream.
  • Question
    Is there a way to make a tattoo needle?
    Community Answer
    To make a tattoo needle, start with a pencil. Put a needle on the side of the pencil and wrap a thin string around it. (A lot of string.) Make sure that the string goes near the tip of the needle, but not too close. The string is used to hold extra ink so that you don't have to keep going back to the ink cup.
  • Question
    Do I need baby oil and shampoo, or could I just use soot and water?
    Community Answer
    You don't necessarily need the shampoo, but the baby oil is required to turn the soot into ink.
  • Question
    Can normal pen ink work?
    Community Answer
    You'll run the risk of an infection, or having a very bad-looking piece of art.
  • Question
    What kind of ink can I use for at home tattooing?
    Community Answer
    You can use waterproof Black India ink from a local craft store. It comes in a small glass bottle with a dropper built into the lid. Thicken it up with ashes to desired consistency and start scratching.
  • Question
    Does the "soot collector" have to be metal?
    Community Answer
    Not necessarily, but it has to be able to withstand fire, so it can't be anything like plastic.
  • Question
    What kind of shampoo can I use?
    Community Answer
    You don't absolutely need shampoo, but the clearest and simplest you can find would be best.
  • Question
    Other inmates have been burning their ramen for like 9 minutes. Could this be to get ash for ink?
    Community Answer
    When I was in prison I did this by burning the ramen and mixing the ink with baby oil. It didn't work that well, though, so I wouldn't recommend this method.
  • Question
    Can I thicken India ink with baby oil?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can.
  • Question
    Will it be permanent?
    Community Answer
    No, it is not professionally done so it will fade pretty quickly, especially if it's on a place you wash frequently like your hands.
  • Question
    Is there anything else I can use other than baby oil?
    Community Answer
    In the past, I have always used hair food. It's pretty much hair grease. You can find it at a local beauty supply store.
  • Question
    Can I use the soot from the flame of a lighter for the ink?
    Community Answer
    No, I wouldn't recommend doing this. Even if you mixed it with water, it wouldn't last long.
  • Question
    How do I know if I made the ink right?
    Community Answer
    If it's black and it's thick, like the consistency of hair dye, it should work just fine.
  • Question
    Is shampoo toxic for tattoo ink?
    Community Answer
    No, it is not toxic for it but you should consult with your tattoo artist to see what you should use instead of shampoo.
  • Question
    If I have the soot, can I use Vaseline in the mixture instead of baby oil?
    Community Answer
    Yes! It works just as well, it just needs to be oily/petroleum-based.
  • Question
    Can I use crushed up graphite mixed with water as an ink for the tattoo?
    Community Answer
    No, just use carbon soot as pigment, or buy a bottle of tattoo ink.
  • Question
    How do we make permanent tattoos with common materials?
    Velana Valdez
    Community Answer
    I don't recommend permanent tattoos. Use inkbox. It lasts 2-4 weeks and looks really cool.
  • Question
    How do you make a temporary tattoo that looks good?
    Zeeshan Jawed
    Community Answer
    To create a great-looking, temporary tattoo, pick a clear design, clean your skin, and apply a transfer paper. Seal it with baby powder and a light spray of hairspray. Let it dry, and you're all set with a sharp, long-lasting, temporary tattoo.
Ask a Question

      Return to Full Article