Our Story
Founded in 2023, INKD NINE has quickly become America’s fastest-growing tattoo skincare brand. Co-founded by former Ink Master contestant Kito Talbert, with over 25 years in the tattoo industry and global convention experience, Kito created premium skincare tailored for melanin-rich skin—filling the gap left by general aftercare.
Our handcrafted formulas are designed to enhance, protect and preserve the vibrancy of your tattoos, while focusing on lifelong healthy skin. We blend cutting edge science with a deep appreciation for artistry in tattoos. We offer a custom range of nourishing and revitalizing formulas specifically for skin health and restoration.
Watch Kito on INK MASTER
Kito Talbert is an award-winning tattoo artist and contestant on season 6 of the reality TV show Ink Master on Paramount Network. Talbert is known for his black and gray realism, traditional, portrait, and custom lettering styles, and his clients include actors, athletes, rappers, and musicians. He owns Fidolo Tattoo Company in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
What sets our formulas apart
Our formulas are crafted from three key ingredients that are clinically proven to naturally heal damaged skin.
CASTOR OIL PROMOTES SKIN GROWTH
- Contains fatty acids that promote growth of healthy skin tissue.
- Has demonstrated anti-inflammatory properties.
- Contains triglycerides that can help maintain moisture in the skin.
- Has displayed antimicrobial properties to keep out microbes protecting skin from
infection.
SOYBEAN IS FILLED WITH SKIN BENEFITS
• Rich in Vitamin E, acts as antioxidant protection against pollutants on the skin.
• Soybean oil provides flexibility and elasticity to the skin.
• Combats hyperpigmentation from over exposure to sun, hormonal changes or prolonged skin inflammation.
• Rich in linoleic acids and fatty acid that help nourish the skin by providing the lipids that we need.
PEPPERMINT OIL SOOTHES IRRITATION
• Peppermint oil contains menthol, which provides a cooling sensation that helps soothes irritation and redness.
• The cooling effect can improve
circulation, promoting healthier and more radiant looking skin.
• Peppermint contains anti-microbial properties that help inhibit growth of bacteria and fungi, reducing the risk of infection.