Online tattoo supplies store

Working tattoo artists, apprentices, small studios and some hobbyists, mostly reordering the same consumables.

Markup on products bought wholesale, plus repeat orders, bundles such as starter kits, and shipping fees on smaller orders.

• Knowing tattoo products and what artists use
• Online selling and basic website setup
• Inventory tracking and shipping

• Check your state and local rules on who you can sell tattoo equipment and needles to, as some places limit sales to licensed artists or studios
• Verify the age of buyers and keep records; never sell to minors
• Payment processors and marketplaces may restrict tattoo supplies, so read their terms before building around one
• Ink and needle safety: buy only from reputable suppliers and check labeling, sterility and expiry dates, as ink is regulated by the FDA as a cosmetic
• Sales tax registration and collection rules vary by state, so check where you must collect
• General liability and product liability insurance

Startup costs are estimates, typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the size of your opening stock, website setup and shipping supplies. Some items may be shipped by your suppliers, which can reduce what you hold at home.

Monthly revenue is an estimate, typically around $1,500 to $8,000, depending on your range, pricing and how many artists and studios reorder from you. Much of the demand is repeat consumables.

Check state and local rules on who you can sell tattoo equipment and needles to, verify buyer ages and keep records, and read payment processor and marketplace terms. Check ink labeling, since the FDA regulates ink as a cosmetic, and your state's sales tax rules.