FAQs

General Website Questions:

Is Allegory Ink owned by tattoo artists?

Yes, Allegory Ink is owned by tattoo artists who have over 30 years of experience tattooing.

Where is Allegory Ink manufactured?

Allegory Ink is manufactured and produced in the USA. Our packaging materials are manufactured from various places around the world.

Are Allegory Ink products FDA approved?

Yes, all our products are FDA approved. The following is our FDA registration number:

Does Allegory Ink perform animal testing on their products?

No, we do not perform any animal testing on our ink.

Is Allegory Ink safe to use on all skin types?

Yes, our ink is of premium quality and works for all skin types.

Does Allegory Blak have a blue or purple tint?

Allegory Blak is a dark premium black ink with no purple or blue tint to it at all.

What is your return policy?

Allegory Ink does not accept any returns on ink. Returns on all other products will be accepted within 30 days of the original order date. Refunds will be processed 3–10 business days on our receipt of your purchase and refunded to the original form of payment. Please refer to our Refund Policy page for more information.

Where are your retail stores located?

We have a list of official distributors of our products on our website. Some may or may not have retail store locations. Please refer to their websites for more information.

Interested in becoming a distributor?

Email info@allegoryink.com to inquire about becoming a distributor.

Do shops get bulk discounts?

Email wholesale@allegoryink.com to inquire about shop discounts.

Products/Services Questions

What makes Allegory Ink one of the best tattoo inks?

Allegory Ink's signature Blak ink is darker, longer-lasting, and smoother than other inks. Our quality control ensures consistent product bottle to bottle.

Is Allegory Ink nut, wheat, and gluten free?

Yes, our ink does not contain any nut, wheat, or gluten, nor does our facility process those ingredients.

What is the darkest ink Allegory Ink sells?

Our darkest ink is Ultra Blak, which contains a higher concentration of pigment than our Blak ink.

Is Allegory Ink vegan?

Yes, our ink uses organic plant compounds and does not contain animal products or byproducts.

Does Allegory Ink contain soybean oil?

No, we use palm oil glycerin in our ink products.

What ingredients are in Allegory Ink?

Organic pigment, water, alcohol, and palm oil glycerin.

What ink is best for lining or shading?

Blak and Ultra Blak are both great for lining or shading depending on artist preference.

What ink is best for Fine Line tattoos?

We recommend Ultra Blak as our thickest ink, ideal for fine line tattoos.

What should I use to break down my grey wash?

Use our pre-made Greywash Set or our Shading Solution to dilute your ink.

Ultra Blak vs. Blak?

Ultra Blak has almost double the pigment of Blak. Both are darker than most inks on the market.

Can I use Allegory Ink for permanent makeup?

Yes, we recommend our Blak ink for permanent makeup use.

Can I use Allegory Ink for SMP (Scalp Micro Pigment)?

Yes, it is safe for use with SMP.

Contact/Support Questions

I placed an order. When will it arrive?

Orders take up to 2 business days to process and ship. We ship domestically via FedEx 2-day and use USPS for military bases or territories. View our Shipping and Returns page.

I live outside the USA. How can I buy Allegory products?

Visit our Distributors page for an official list. We recommend ordering from local distributors for fastest service.

No distributor in my area — what can I do?

Please submit a distributor form so we can reach out to your preferred supplier. Include their name, location, and contact info.

Account/Login Questions

How do I sign up for the Rewards program?

Create an account to start earning rewards. Create an account

What is the Rewards program?

Every $15 you spend earns $2 in ALLEGORY BUCKS. Learn more on our Rewards Page.

What is the Gold program?

The Gold program gives customers access to exclusive discounts and offers.