The Earth Month Edit for Inked Living

Earth Month Essentials is Inked’s curated edit of brands bringing a more conscious approach to the tattoo lifestyle. Timed to Earth Day 2026, this feature highlights a shift happening across the culture where what goes into the process matters just as much as what ends up on the skin.

From innovations inside the studio to the products people use every day, each brand featured here reflects a more intentional way of creating. Materials, sourcing, and impact are no longer afterthoughts. They’re part of the standard.

Different categories, one shared mindset. Small choices, made better.

Friendsheep: Eco Dryer Balls

Friendsheep is a women-owned sustainable brand on a mission to eliminate single-use plastic and toxic chemicals from everyday routines. Their adorable yet mighty eco dryer balls naturally soften fabrics and reduce drying time, making laundry day simpler, more sustainable, and a lot more fun. Made from ethically sourced organic New Zealand wool, they’re reusable, plastic-free, and gentle on both skin and the planet. From handmade dryer balls to pet toys and home decor, every item is crafted in Nepal by women and disabled artisans for fair wages while supporting animal rescues, ocean conservation, and reforestation, with over one million trees planted.

EasyTatt: Plant-Powered Semi-Permanent Tattoos

EasyTatt is a modern self-expression brand redefining non-permanent ink. Founded in 2017, its proprietary Plant-Powered Tattoos™ last 2–3 weeks and are made using natural extracts from the Genipa Americana fruit, which contains genipin. When applied to the skin, genipin reacts with amino acids through a natural oxidation process. Over 12–36 hours, this develops into a deep blue-black stain resembling a real tattoo, then fades as the skin naturally exfoliates. EasyTatt semi-permanent tattoos help users test-drive tattoo ideas before committing. The company also specialises in custom semi-permanent tattoos, turning personalised concepts into 2-week tattoos. This custom temporary tattoo service helps instil confidence in users, enabling them to commit to the real thing with certainty.

Astor & Orion: Sustainable Jewelry

Astor & Orion creates bold sculptural jewelry that proves sustainable style and great design work perfectly together. Every piece starts as a hand-sculpted digital model, then gets cast from recycled metals. They’re not just designing jewelry, they’re designing a better way to make it. From their Seattle design studio to their SMETA 4-Pillar certified production partner, every step focuses on environmental standards and living wages. Bold yet refined jewelry designed to make an impression and built to last.

Just Tall: Sustainable Apparel

Just Tall is the ultimate apparel destination for the tall, lean man who’s tired of the tent-like fit of standard sizing. While most brands scale up in width as they add length, Just Tall focuses on a bespoke longer and slimmer cut that honors a tall, slim silhouette.

This streamlined fit is particularly ideal for the inked community; without the excess, baggy fabric of traditional Big & Tall ranges, your sleeves and torso stay fitted, ensuring your arm pieces are showcased rather than swallowed by cloth.

Every piece is sustainably made using organic cotton, ensuring your gear feels as good as it looks. It’s premium, eco-conscious style that finally stands as tall as you do.