
A vegan lifestyle is usually taken very seriously; extending to every part of the person’s life, including their tattoos. Vegan tattoo ink is the only ink as far most true vegans are concerned. Therefore, if you choose this lifestyle, you will want to ensure that your tattoo artist uses only vegan ink.
Vegan tattoo inks are made without the use of any animal products whatsoever. Inks made from metals such as copper or iron, as well as those made from plant extracts are all generally acceptable to vegans. Carrier solutions are often made from animal-based glycerin; however, for vegans there are carrier solutions made from vegetable sources as well.
Because tattoos are popular with many vegans, the use of vegan tattoo inks has become more popular in tattoo parlors around the country. Many tattoo artists are themselves vegan, which only helps to expand the use of these inks. However, if you’re unsure of what type of ink is being used, it is important to ask.