Newsletter 55

Can you believe it’s almost October? Seriously, time flies! I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to FALL. It’s the perfect season for getting tattooed, diving into some creative projects, enjoying festive treats, and embracing all the spooky vibes. With you all, October is always a blast, and I’m excited to see how that energy reflects in the challenges we have lined up.

If you’re new here, welcome! And to our returning friends, great to have you back. Our bi-weekly newsletter is here to keep you updated and, more importantly, to celebrate all the amazing things you’re doing. This edition is packed with many important highlights, so let’s jump right in!

Important Highlights:

• It’s almost October, which means it’s almost P.ink time! For those unfamiliar, P.ink is dedicated to empowering women who have undergone mastectomies by helping them reclaim their bodies through transformative tattoos. We’ve been proud to support this cause for several years, and thanks to our community, we’ve donated over $50k to help make a difference.
  
  Keep an eye out this newsletter for ways you can get involved and support P.ink this year.

• SPF is back in stock and has been re-added as a redeemable reward. Plus, we’ve introduced the Tattoo Lovers’ Kit as a new reward option! Tattoo Wash is also back on madrabbit.com (for now), but we aren’t able to re-add it as a reward just yet. We’ll keep you posted when it’s live again.

• Finally. The moment we’ve all been waiting for is here—it's time to announce the winners of the Ambassador Sticker Design Contest! We received so many amazing submissions, and I want to give a huge shout-out to everyone who participated.
  
  After a tough selection process by Team Mad Rabbit and your votes, we finally have our winners. Drumroll, please... 🥁

Congratulations to Chelsea White (TikTok: @ink_dbeauty) and Tracci King (IG: @tracciking_fancystabbins)! Your designs stood out, and we can’t wait to see them come to life. They, along with a few other designs we’ve whipped up, are now in production and will be included in Mad Rabbit orders until we run out. If you’re lucky enough to snag one in a future order, make sure to give a shoutout to Chelsea and Tracci! 

Commission Update 💰

Top SKUs: Soothing Gel, Tattoo Lovers’ Kit, Numbing Cream

First off, a huge thank you to all our ambassadors for your hard work! Your dedication continues to drive our community forward. While sales have been steady, let’s aim for growth as we approach the holiday season—it's a great opportunity to earn some extra cash!

Tips for Everyone: Looking to level up your game? Start with a simple investment in a tripod or selfie stick to enhance your content creation. These budget-friendly tools are essential for capturing eye-catching images for your social channels.

Also, don’t forget to print out the new Mad Rabbit cards! Customize yours, share it on your IG Story, and tag us for a chance to be reposted. A special shoutout to Delaney for showcasing how effective these cards can be!

Now, let’s hear from our community! Today, we have insights from Ambassador Artist Tracci King on how to elevate client experiences.

Tracci’s Tips for Artists: Tracci highlights the importance of aftercare, noting, “It doesn’t matter how immaculate the piece is when it’s done. If it’s not cared for properly, you won’t have the tattoo you wanted!” --Amen, brother.

He includes aftercare boxes with all regular appointments, saying, “It’s my way to say thank you for trusting me with your skin and supporting my art. The least I can do is save you a trip to the store.” Here’s what’s in his aftercare box:

• Unscented antibacterial soap
• Unscented lotion
• A Soothing Gel sachet
• Contact cards with his discount
• Aftercare instructions and stickers

Honestly, I’d be thrilled to receive one of these from my artist. Plus, it gives clients what they need until their Mad Rabbit order arrives!

Looking for another way to level up? Tracci also sends personal emails thanking clients for getting tattooed and reminds them to remove their second skin and start the Mad Rabbit aftercare.

These strategies are incredibly effective! Artists, give this a shot and watch your sales roll in. If you have any questions about these strategies, wholesale, or anything else, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Shoutout to our top 5 sellers:

• Matthew Williams
• Kaylee Williams
• Kyle Shoop
• Keith Drapeau
• Matthew Allison

Tip: Don’t forget that alongside your discount code, you also have a unique link. When someone clicks it and shops, your code is automatically applied—just like if they typed it in themselves. You can also generate product-specific links in your dashboard, helping to direct potential customers to specific items and simplifying their shopping experience.

Ambassador Post Highlights 🤳

I’m excited to celebrate the creativity and talent within our community! Today, we’re highlighting the top 5 challenge submissions from our ambassadors, ambassador artists, and sponsored artists. Plus, we're welcoming two new sponsored artists, showcasing a special spotlight feature, and announcing our Ambassador of the Week.

Let’s dive in and appreciate the amazing work happening in our Mad Rabbit family!

Featured Ambassador Content:

• +200 points for Herman Conner’s Come Get A Tattoo With Me Reel feat. Tattoo Wash

• +200 points for Karen Van Den Hende’s Come Get A Tattoo With Me Reel feat. Tattoo Wash

• +200 points for Julia Zellman’s Come Get A Tattoo With Me TikTok feat. Tattoo Wash

• +200 points for Colin Weckman’s Tattoo Roast with ChatGPT

• +200 points for Inken Dübbers’s Tattoo Roast with ChatGPT

Featured Ambassador Artist Content:

• Check out Chloe Magby’s Soothing Gel swipe on The Lich tattoo
  
  
• Check out Kaleb Trujillo’s Soothing Gel swipe on a Killer Klowns From Outerspace piece
  
  
• Check out Paola Akau’s Soothing Gel swipe on a Black & Red tattoo
  
  
• Check out Arika Amricachi’s Soothing Gel swipe on a D20 tattoo
  
  
• Check out Skylar White’s Tattoo Wash Reveal on a Space Cowboy tattoo

Featured Sponsored Artist Content:

• Check out Xavier Ayers's Soothing Gel swipe on a snake-wrapped dagger tattoo
  
  
• Check out Kelly Taylor using Tattoo Wash and Soothing Gel on a pretty poppy and lavender tattoo
  
  
• Check out Bleu Fitz’s Soothing Gel swipe on a cowboy skull tattoo
  
  
• Check out Jade Olivia using Soothing Gel on a floral pet portrait
  
  
• Check out Taylor Shade’s Soothing Gel swipe on a chess-themed tattoo

New Sponsored Artists - We’re thrilled to welcome the two youngest talents to our sponsored artist family: Esteban Torres and Sebastian Velez! These rising stars are not only incredibly skilled but also infuse our community with fresh energy, each specializing in realism and making waves in their local scenes.

Esteban, based in Queens, NYC, is turning heads at INKSTINCT (IG: @ink_by_torres). Meanwhile, Sebastian is showcasing his artistry at Thirty Three Vii Tattoos in Woodruff, South Carolina (IG: @sebasvc1104).

While both artists focus on realism, they’ve each crafted a unique style that truly sets them apart. Don’t just take our word for it—check out some of their amazing work below!

Sponsored Artist Feature - Meet Xavier Ayers, a talented artist with a unique story of resilience and creativity. Before he picked up a tattoo machine, Xavier’s life was rooted in finance as a stockbroker. But deep down, he knew his true passion lay beyond the corporate world. Taking a courageous leap, he left his job behind to pursue a dream that would allow him to blend art with personal connection. The journey wasn’t easy—Xavier returned to his home state, sleeping in his car and couch-surfing while searching for the right opportunity. After a year of perseverance, he finally found his apprenticeship, and from there, his tattoo career took off.

For Xavier, tattooing is more than just ink on skin—it’s a way to bring happiness to others. "Creativity is a gift I was blessed with, and being able to impact my clients with that gift is a dream come true." Specializing in color realism, Xavier loves playing with vibrant palettes, though he’s equally skilled in black and grey work. One of his proudest moments? Showcasing his work alongside world-class artists at the New York Empire State Convention—a milestone that affirmed his growth in the industry.

Xavier’s collaborative spirit truly sets him apart. His goal is always to make sure clients feel heard and that their vision is part of the design process. His advice for up-and-coming artists is both simple and powerful: "Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Courage is key to learning and growth."

Currently working at Eden Body Art Studios in Dallas, Texas, Xavier is part of a shop that offers more than just tattoos. Eden is a hub for education, hosting seminars, creating social content to help other artists, and even running a podcast. It’s a community for those who want to grow their skills and find inspiration, making it the perfect place for artists like Xavier to thrive.

As for tattoo care, Xavier swears by our new Tattoo Wash. "It’s perfect for my clients and helps keep the area clean when I need it most." His dedication to his clients’ full experience, from the artwork to aftercare, ensures they leave feeling not only satisfied but cared for.

Ready to book with Xavier? Explore Eden Body Art Studios and their educational offerings here.

Ambassador of the week - This week, let's shine the spotlight on Tina Marabito. Check out her TikTok and IG. Who will be featured next week? Keep an eye on our IG story to find out if it's you! 🔦

Septober Challenges 📝

With just five days left to complete the September challenges, now’s the perfect opportunity to dive in if you haven’t already. There’s a fantastic mix of options that cater to all creative spirits, so be sure to check them out and give them a go.

As October approaches, the time has come to embrace the eerie and extraordinary! This month, we’re summoning a series of challenges that celebrate the darker side of creativity and tattoo culture. From chilling Halloween-inspired ink to your ultimate fall tattoo care routines, we can’t wait to see how you conjure up some magic.

October Challenge Preview:

• Mad Halloween Challenge
• Fall Tattoo Care Routine
• “Running From the Cops” TikTok Trend
• Spooky Basket
• Halloween Ink & Flash
• Artist Insights
• P.ink

Which challenges are you loving? We’d love to hear your favorites! And let us know if there are any eerie challenges you’d like to see in the future.

Tip: Check your dashboard to view current challenges.

Updates

Tattoo Wash Party Recap - We had a blast last weekend at our studio in LA, celebrating the launch of our Tattoo Wash! It was a fantastic chance to bring everyone together—tattoo artists, content creators, and the Mad Rabbit team—over live music, tasty food, drinks, and, of course, some awesome flash tattoos.

In case you missed it, here are a few snapshots from the night. We hope to catch you at our next gathering!

Look how cute Oliver and Selom look! Who else can you spot?

Introducing P.ink - P.ink is an organization dedicated to empowering women who have undergone mastectomies by helping them reclaim their bodies through transformative tattoos. We’ve been proud supporters of their mission for several years, contributing over $50k with the generous help of our incredible community.

To illustrate the profound impact of their work, check out a couple of inspiring stories from 2022:

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• [Link to story 2]

For more information about P.ink and their mission, please visit their website: https://p-ink.org/

We’re excited to announce that starting in October, you can support P.ink with your purchases! At checkout, you’ll have the option to add a donation of as little as $1 to your cart.

Be on the lookout for a special Reel we’ll be posting on October 1st, along with a challenge to encourage sharing. This is a great opportunity to mention P.ink in your promotions this month and help us spread the word!


Join Us On Discord - It's your direct line to our founders, Oliver and Selom, plus a hub for engaging with our community. Share your ink, ask questions, and connect with fellow ambassadors.


Sponsored Artist Program - Discover the vibrant pulse of our artist community and unlock a world of personalized rewards and exciting opportunities. We're actively seeking talented individuals who not only love our products but also create compelling content with them. Elevate your artistic journey with perks tailored specifically for you!

Apply now through our ambassador dashboard and let Mad Rabbit become your dedicated partner on the road to success.

Alright, time to hunt down a caramel apple before I freak out.