PPE for Tattoo Artists

Tattoo Gloves Boost Safety for Tattoo Artists and Customers.

Tattoo Gloves Are Essential for Safety

Due to the nature of their work, tattoo shops and artists are subject to rules set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Blood and other bodily fluids are shed in these tattoo parlors, and these fluids can carry pathogens such as hepatitis B and C.

The primary objective of these regulations is to prevent and reduce exposure to blood and blood-borne pathogens during tattooing. Tattoo gloves are an essential component of preventative safety. Our disposable black tattoo gloves are especially popular with the industry.

Disposable Gloves for Tattoo Artists & Shops

Disposable gloves are the most recognizable piece of PPE used by tattoo artists and shops. Gloves should be worn during every step of the tattoing process, but addiitonally should be donned whenever coming in contact with the client's skin. Latex gloves offer higher tactile sensitivity, while nitrile gloves reduce the risk of allergic reaction.

Universal Guidelines for Tattoo Professionals

There are universal precautionary measures tattoo artists must take to protect themselves including wearing barrier gowns, disposable gloves, and goggles or eyeglasses to avoid contact and exchange of bodily fluids. All implements that come in contact with a clients skin and blood in a tattoo shop must be of single use.

Hand-washing is a vital part of personal protection for both tattoo artists and their clients. Tattoo artists should wash their hands before and after touching a client, before and after donning and removal of disposable gloves, and after handling any equipment. When in doubt, wash your hands.

Face Masks and Disposable Sleeves for Tattoo Artists

Tattoo artists wearing face masks has become more and more common lately. For tattoo artists, disposable surgical masks help block large droplets, sprays, or splatter - protecting the artist and client. For further protection, disposable are sleeves protect the artist's arms from blood and pathogens. Sleeves cover any potential cuts on the artist's arms from becoming entry points for pathogens.