Inked Mag Staff
April 1st, 2026
[April Fools!] How the Nationwide Ink Shortage Is Impacting Artists
Artists across the country are feeling the pressure as supply runs thin and sessions face unexpected changes.
A nationwide ink shortage is starting to ripple through the tattoo industry, leaving artists to rethink their setups and clients wondering what it means for their next appointment. Shops are already adjusting to limited supplies, with some artists scaling back color work or spacing out sessions as they wait for restocks. While the situation is still developing, it’s quickly becoming a real concern behind the chair. See which brands are affected below.
- APRIL FOOLS!
Editor's Picks
Meet the Artists Making Tattoos Look Like Stickers
These tattoos bring the look of classic stickers straight to skin.
What Happens When Military Standards Meet Tattoo Aftercare
How one Navy serviceman turned military discipline into a new standard for protecting tattoos and the stories behind them.
Snoop Dogg Tattoos Every Fan Should See
Celebrating Snoop Dogg’s birthday with tattoos honoring the hip-hop legend.
More From INKED Recommends
Meet the Artists Making Tattoos Look Like Stickers
October 22, 2026
Snoop Dogg Tattoos Every Fan Should See
October 20, 2026
Steel to Sole
October 19, 2026
Breaking the (Skin) Barriers
October 19, 2026
