Professional tattoo machine: choose the right one

Victoria Rudko, stylist-make-up artist, head of the Academy of Permanent Makeup (Kyiv), certified trainer-teacher of the international level and the official representative of Purebeau in Ukraine

The apparatus for permanent makeup/tattooing is, without a doubt, the master's main assistant. The convenience, speed and quality of the procedure depend on its functionality by 90%. Today we are talking about choosing a professional device for permanent tattooing.

Types of tattoo machines

Let's conditionally divide them into two groups. The first is machines with a primitive needle stroke, which have outgrown their home-made counterparts intended for tattoos, but do not provide the necessary accuracy for applying the pigment to work with facial skin. They are usually purchased by beginners, wanting to save money, although it is difficult to work on such devices even for an experienced master. Some masters out of habit use induction machines designed for tattooing on thickened skin areas, while they are completely unable to cope with the tasks facing the permanent makeup procedure. And all due to the fact that the structure of the skin of the face and body is different, like heaven and earth. Therefore, for both beginners and practicing masters who care about the client and want to do high-quality tattooing, we recommend paying attention to the latest generation of rotary devices. They are a guarantee of safety, quality, convenience and confidence of both the master and the client!

Why a rotor?

Many people think that an experienced master can work with absolutely any device, but will he want to? After all, a professional is fully aware of the degree of influence of the quality of his working tool on the excellent result of the procedure, and on its speed, and on the convenience of work, and even on his well-being. That is why we advise you to take a look at modern rotary machines: they have a number of options that make the work of the master easier.

The main advantage of the latest generation of devices is vibration- free . They do not have lateral vibration of the needle (due to a special shock-absorbing system), thus the needle enters the skin accurately, and skin trauma is minimized. Thanks to this feature, even a beginner cannot “harm”. What does it give? The client will not get terrible crusts during the healing process, he will only notice a slight peeling of the skin. Such a machine will allow the master to create perfectly precise lines, draw the finest hairs and perform any jewelry work with brilliance.

Safety

This concept is inextricably linked with sterility. The latest devices use either cartridges or a needle-nozzle system. That is, all consumables that come into contact with the client's skin are strictly disposable! In some models with the “needle-nozzle” system, a special membrane is built in, which does not allow lymph and pigment to enter the body of the device. Thus, the master disinfects the maniple only from the outside, while inside it remains a priori sterile. It is convenient and profitable, since you do not have to buy an expensive sterilizer. In addition, the very design of the cap of the “needle-nozzle” system in the latest devices makes it possible to significantly reduce the consumption of pigment and thereby save it.

A wide range of frequencies of reciprocating movements of the needle allows the master to select the desired speed of the needle for each area of the skin of the face, as well as work in the latest techniques. Often this indicator is called speed, but in fact it reflects the ability of the device to make the required number of skin punctures per second. The acceptable frequency range is 70-150 punctures. If it is lower, this significantly reduces the quality and speed of work, if it is higher, it increases the likelihood of skin trauma and prevents the maximum penetration of the pigment.

Power

Speaking about the power of any device, I suggest you imagine what sensations you would experience if you reseeded from the Tavria behind the wheel of a Mercedes. This is a very important parameter, because even within, for example, the surface of the lips, there are areas of different density - scars, areas of constantly recurring herpes, and you have to select the right power that will effectively overcome skin resistance without increasing the pressure on the needle. With all this, the device does not injure the already structurally specific areas of the epidermis (as, for example, a tattoo machine would do). It is the high power of the permanent makeup machine that allows you to instantly adapt to any technique and any skin type.

Needle insertion depth adjustment

It's just a panacea for beginners. It is now easy and simple to introduce the pigment to the required depth. There is no need to be afraid of excessive deepening, because the device completely controls the process. Even with excessively active work, the device acts gently, there is no edema, and the survival rate of the pigment is maximum.

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Number of maniples and lightness

Manufacturers of professional equipment have taken care of the everyday convenience of the master. From now on, the maniple is made of light but durable alloys, ergonomic and weightless, thanks to which the hand of the master does not get tired even by the end of the day. And in combination with the absence of reciprocating oscillatory movements, it provides comfortable work throughout the working day and spares the joints. Some professional devices provide for the connection of an additional handpiece, which makes it possible to simultaneously work with several types of needles and shades of pigment.

Convenient control system and mobility

Modern devices have a comfortable touch panel that optimizes the procedure control system. It would seem that the presence of all these functions should be reflected in the dimensions of the device. But no! All modern devices are compact and weightless. There are special miniature models on sale that are similar in size to a tablet or smartphone, which makes it possible for the master to organize outdoor receptions.

Issue price

The price range of a professional tattoo machine usually reflects its quality and features. You can buy the device for $100, but get ready for the fact that many of the most important functions for the master will not be provided for in it.

In addition, the fragility of such machines is noted. Therefore, it is absolutely logical that the more functions a machine has, the more expensive it is. But at the same time, this cost is justified by quality indicators and hygiene requirements. If you are committed to a long-term practice and want to develop a base of satisfied customers, purchase European-made cars. They have proven themselves for several decades, have a long service life and are rigorously certified. Be sure to test the machine (or rather several devices) before buying! And if you are just planning to learn a profession, learn on the equipment that you plan to work on!