You ever wonder what’s really in that numbing cream or aftercare lotion you're putting on your fresh ink? Well, we got you! In this episode, hosts Paul-Anthony Surdi, Gabe Jaksich, and Chico Cortez sit down with the one and only Scott Martin—OG Tattoo Artist, tattpp shops owner, and founder of Ikonik Tattoo Care—to dive into the future of tattoo aftercare.
We’re talking:
🧪 Wild new tech in tattoo aftercare & numbing creams
💉 How Scott’s products are changing the game (FDA-approved, y’all!)
🔥 Healing tips, what makes a great aftercare formula, and what to AVOID
⚡ Why blood flow matters more than you think
🧼 The truth about ingredients, derm wraps, and tattoo glide
Scott’s not just making products—he’s solving problems artists and clients have been dealing with for years. Don’t miss this one.
🔔 Like, comment & subscribe for more artist interviews, tattoo tips, and insider industry convos.
HOST:
Paul-Anthony Surdi - https://www.instagram.com/p/DB9eDiHySuB/
Gabe Jaksich - https://www.instagram.com/tattooingcraft/
Chico Cortez - https://www.instagram.com/chicom4l/
GUEST:
Scott Martin - https://www.instagram.com/scottmartintattoos/
Ikonik Care - https://www.instagram.com/ikonikcare/
PRODUCTION TEAM:
Studio Production: HGAB Studios
Post Production: ABBC Productions
Editor: Matt Kiem
Producer: Benjamin Collins
COMPANIES ASSOCIATED:
Ink Different Tattoos
Ink Different Tattoo School
Good Humans Aftercare brand
Chapters:
Intro 00:00
Scott Martin Good Vibrations Ink 00:22
Ikonik Numbing cream 03:32
aftercare 10:24
evolution of technology 22:26
numbing cream debate 27:06
Improving the Industry 34:38
balancing the career and the family 41:07
Mark Longnecker Episode 43:13
#TattooAftercare #TattooNumbingCream #TattooIndustry #TattooPodcast #InkDifferentTattoos #TattooShopOwner #IkonikTattooCare #tattooartistlife
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