You are looking at a stencil transfer solution in a 3 ml individual packet, created by artist Nikko Hurtado under the Anchored brand. Its role is to fix the design onto the skin clearly and precisely, so that the stencil lasts for hours without fading during the session. The single-use format makes it suitable both for artists who want to test it before buying a large bottle, as well as for conventions or client travel.
Is it single-use or can I keep the remaining solution for another session?▾
The 3 ml packet is designed as a single-session portion, in hygienic individual packaging. For hygiene reasons, do not keep an opened packet for another client: once unsealed, use it for the current session and discard it. If you work with high volume in the studio, the packet format remains useful for travel, and for daily use you can consider a larger container from the same category.
Does it work with stencils printed on a thermal printer?▾
Yes. The formula is 'all-inclusive' and is compatible both with stencils printed on carbon paper (thermal) and with drawings made directly on the skin with a marker. It practically covers both common methods of preparing the design before tattooing.
How long does the stencil last on the skin?▾
The manufacturer indicates strong fixation, with a stencil that lasts for hours without fading. In practice, the duration depends on how well you degreased the skin, the thickness of the applied layer, and how often you wipe the area during work — that's why the preparation steps and complete drying before starting matter the most.
Does it leave the skin greasy or uncomfortable to work on?▾
No. The formula is non-greasy and non-toxic and does not block the skin, so you can work comfortably throughout the session, without the slippery feeling that some transfer products leave.
I'm a beginner — is it a good choice for me?▾
Yes, the small format makes it suitable for beginners: with a 3 ml packet you can learn the transfer correctly (degreasing, thin layer, waiting until tacky, even pressure) without investing in a large bottle. And if you like how it works, move on later to a larger format from the same category.
What do I do if the stencil comes out faint or comes off at the first wipes?▾
Almost always the cause is preparation, not the product: insufficiently degreased skin, too thick or too thin a layer of solution, stencil moved during application, or tattoo started before the transfer is fully dry. Repeat the steps in order — cleaning and degreasing, thin layer, a few seconds of waiting, application in one motion, even pressure, and complete drying — and the result should be a clear, well-defined stencil.
