How it works
Everything you need to know—from the science behind the ink to how it is applied, how it fades, and how to get your own tattoo.
Not temporary. Not permanent. Made-to-fade.
Lasts much longer than temporary tattoos, without requiring laser removal like permanent tattoos.
Exact fade times vary and depend on the person, placement, design and how well the tattoo is cared for while healing.
Bioabsorbable, Biodegradable & Plant-Based
Unlike traditional tattoo ink, Ephemeral ink is designed to be removed by our bodies, safely and naturally.
- Plant-based ingredients where possible.
- Formulated without heavy metals.
- Entirely vegan.
- Single-use and sterilized.
Drivers of Fade: Saturation and Depth Control
Our tattoos ill always vary person to person based on skin, physiology and choice in placement. The two most controllable drivers of fade appearance and duration are ink saturation and tattoo needle depth.
Impact of Saturation
The more ink that is deposited into the skin, the longer it takes for your body to remove it. If a design has varying ink saturation, the darker lines will take longer to disappear than the lighter lines. Swipe on this example and notice how the dark lines fade slower than the lightly stippled portions.
IMPACT OF DEPTH CONTROL
If ink is deposited in the top layer of the skin (the epidermis), it will fade faster because the epidermis renews itself quickly, while if it's too deep (subcutaneous tissue), it will fade slower because there is less water available to break down the down the ink.
AVERAGE FADE TIMELINE
After your tattoo heals, enjoy your new art at its full vibrancy! If the ink is properly placed in the dermis, this chart reflects what an average fade timeline looks like.
With the latest formulation of the ink, 95% of the clients can expect their tattoos to fade within 2 years.