Sophia Cooksley

Less strain. More art.

Due to their high-vibrational tools, tattoo artists are at a 25% higher risk of repetitive strain injuries than others. Certain widths and ways of gripping the gun reduce this strain, but in an unregulated industry, many artists build poor habits instead - risking potential nerve damage down the line.

The form of the grip cover guides the hand into a strain-reducing hold, and is made intentionally wider, to reduce the risk of wrist strain from pinching (or the infamous ‘death grip’).

With sustainability in mind, InkDrop is made of 100% autoclavable silicone - promoting artists to sterilise their grips and tools in the autoclave rather than wrapping them in plastic wrap.

InkDrop’s silicone material absorbs vibration from the machine, further reducing the risks of repetitive strain injuries or nerve damage and ensuring comfort while tattooing.