Applying a stencil

Applying a tattoo stencil can be frustrating, without a thermal printer not applying enough pressure can cause a stencil to not transfer properly & buying what you think is the best product for the job only to recieve a fraudulent product that keep washing away. Whatever the problem we will get to the bottom of it.

1st of all you want to buy REPRO FX SPIRIT PAPER. There are hundreds of places selling spirit paper that is fraudulent and poor quality. How do you know it's fraudulent the box has the original 's' pattern but is a very light purple or pink and the paper within the box is wrapped it a plastic bag. The genuine spirit paper has purle design and newer stock. Click here to see the list of authorized dealers of the original spirit paper 

Spirit paper comes in 2 forms hectograph for use with pressure or thermal for use with thermal printers.

You may of heard about atsui paper. Atsui paper is designed to be used with a thermal printer it may not work as well using a pen or dot matrix.

Most people say to remove the inner sheet but using it actually makes the transfer much easier.

You will need to shave the area you will be tattooing. This process should be done carefully but properly, you don't want any hair to be pushed under the skin while your tattooing this can cause pimples and possibly infection. Always use a new disposable razor for each customer.

Use a stencil transfer solution like stencil magic or a speedstick. If using a speed stick you should wipe it with a clean tissue and apply with tissue. Most stencil solutions can be dripped on the skin to avoid contact.

wait till the area becomes tacky, test tackyness with the back of your hand. Make sure you have gloves on.

When applying the stencil be very careful and slow, try not to lift the sheet after contact it will cause double lines. If done correctly the paper should stick to the skin.

Dry the stencil with a hair dryer on cool for quick drying don't touch the stencil for at least 5 minutes.

To touch up the stencil use a sterile skin marker such as a skin surfer, once again only using one per customer.