Officials in Florida have warned people to be extra cautious about the contaminated tattoo ink made and distributed in South Florida. Officials said that the ink made by A Thousand Virgins Ink has been found infected with a harmful bacteria.

Officials stated that the shades G1, G2 and G3 have ordered to be recalled. It has been said that anyone receiving the tattoo is at risk for infection, but people with heart trouble, diabetes or have compromised immune systems are particularly vulnerable.

If a person has been tattooed recently, then he/she must immediately rush for a medical care in case one notices uncommon redness, swelling, itching, bumps or blemishes.

Owner of the HyperInk Studios in Fort Lauderdale, who is a well-known advocate for safe tattoo practices, said he is shocked by this week's recall. He said he is now handing out flyers and reaching out to other artists, following the recent infection at another local shop.

Santiago Gonzalez with HyperInk Studios, said, “It’s definitely concern and definitely something the public should be made aware of, especially the artists. It’s a contaminated ink and it's mainstream, so we're depending on the suppliers to do the right thing and give us the right products”.

State health officials said tests of the inks, made in Miami, contained bacterial contamination. Contaminated inks are becoming quite common on the black market and can cause serious long-term health problems.

The owner of A Thousand Virgins Ink told NBC 6 the company recently moved locations after crooks vandalized and robbed its former headquarters in November.

He believes that the contamination was reported in a stolen batch of inks, and the company has halted production for the time being. He also said Miami Police are still investigating into the case.