There are three major equipment used in cosmetic tattooing:
- Manual Tool: a manual tool that is usually disposable such as a micro blade (made up of tiny, fine point needles) at the end
- Digital Machine: In digital machines, the cartridge needle moves up and down precisely which produces precise perforations into the skin
- Rotary Machine: In Rotary machines, the needle oscillates (vibrate sideways) which tends to rip and tear the skin.