What Does It Mean When Your Tattoo Ink Comes Off

When tattoo ink comes off, it means that it has not been properly sealed in the skin and has either been washed off after the tattoo was applied, or it has rubbed off the skin. Tattoo inks typically come in the form of pigments, which are then mixed with a carrier solution or emollient. In order for the pigment to properly sink into the skin, the tattoo artist must choose an appropriate emollient or carrier solution, as well as allow the inked area to heal properly before coming into contact with water. If this step is skipped, or done too quickly, the ink may not set correctly, and can easily come off the skin in a matter of days or weeks. Proper aftercare and regular cleaning is the best way to make sure your tattoo ink doesn’t come off.