Black and grey tattoo work revolves around diluting black ink to achieve different shades; with a ‘wash‘, of sorts. … The level of shading in black and grey tattooing is very important, as without them, the tattoos will fade, look blotchy and not hold up well in the wearer’s skin over time.
One may also ask, can you get a GREY tattoo?
The Benefits of Black and Gray Tattoos
Black and gray tattoos are here for you. Realism, Tribal, and Blackwork are all styles of tattoo that suit themselves to this simple but never boring palette. But wait—there are variations of monochromatic tattoos. “There are three types of black and gray tattoos,” says Nick.
Accordingly, what colors last longer in tattoos?
Black and grey are the hardiest tattoo colours. They are dense and bold and their appearance lasts longer than colours. In contrast, the most vibrant colours such as hot pink, yellow, light green tend to fade faster. Darker colours, such as deep reds, are more fade resistant.
