Derm Gel
No tape. No gauze. No adhesives. Just gel.
An after-tattoo protective, transparent, & moves with you gel formulated to defend & soothe your newest masterpiece.
Because Healing Should Look as Good as Your Tattoo.
Why You Need It
Fresh Ink? Ditch the Wrap. Armor Up.
That raw, just-finished feeling? We get it. Ink Beetle Derm Gel skips the greasy ointments and suffocating plastic wrap. Instead, it forms a breathable shield that protects your tattoo while letting it heal like it should—clean, calm, and bold.
No Junk. Clean & Clear.
Ink Beetle goes on smooth, dries fast, and forms a clear, non-stick barrier—no adhesives, no mess. It’s packed with skin-loving ingredients like shea butter, aloe, and coconut oil to cool inflammation, fight off bacteria, and lock in color from day one.
Seal the Art. Show It Off.
Ink Beetle keeps your tattoo protected and looking sharp. Use it 2–3 times daily on clean skin and let it do the heavy lifting.
Your ink’s worth it—give it the aftercare that moves with you.
Easy Application
Watch this quick guide on how to apply!
Tattoo-Tested. Artist-Approved.
Don’t just take our word for it—see what serious ink lovers say after trying Ink Beetle.
"Game changing! It just works."
Anthony Prince
"Amazing solution to stop using adhesives."
Enzo
"Best alternative to traditional derm products."
Petunia Twins
See The Ink Beetle Gel In Action
FAQs
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Ink Beetle Derm Gel forms a protective Derm barrier on your new tattoo. This barrier prevents dirt and bacteria from contaminating your fresh tattoo, helping to prevent infection.
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It also soothes and helps to heal your tattoo using natural organic ingredients, acting to seal and protect and revitalize and moisturize the skin.
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Before applying, let your new tattoo rest and breathe for 5-10 minutes to allow it to naturally clot, stop weeping, and create a clean, dry surface. The gel is easy to apply and dries in minutes.
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You can leave it on for 2 to 24 hours, reapplying as needed.
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Typically, apply it and leave it on overnight, then wash it off the next day and reapply as needed for 3-4 days.
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Adverse skin reactions are much less likely because the ingredient list is in full view, and the gel contains no adhesives. This means you know exactly what you are applying to your skin.
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Ingredients include natural organic components like Rosemary Extract, Lavender Oil, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Shea Butter, and Aloe Butter.
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It also contains ingredients with specific benefits like Portulaca Oleracea (antioxidant, skin soothing), Allantoin (moisturizing, soothing, helps protect and soften skin), and Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract (used to treat skin diseases and inflammation).
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Since its release with thousands of products sold, no adverse reactions have been reported.
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Yes, Ink Beetle Derm Gel is latex and adhesive free.
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It is also vegan friendly.
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Customers have described it as an "amazing solution to stop using adhesives" and the "best alternative to traditional derm products".
I love it
So much easier to use that the traditional film!!! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I started using ink beetle about four months ago it has been a game changer my clients love it so easy to use faster better healing. I would recommend it to anybody new to the game or a season award, winning tattoo artist like myself
Got my first tube and I absolutely love how it goes down, keeps your fresh tattoo clean and it even has a cooling effect while it dries that helps ease the soreness. It even smells really good!
Love it