The Mini Distress Ink pad is a 1" x 1" stackable, acid free, non-toxic, fade-resistant, water-based ink pad. It can be re-inked with the coordinating Distress ink re-inker. The small size makes the pad convenient for projects on the go! Available in a variety of colors, each sold separately. Create an aged look on papers, fibers, photos and more!

I used these distress inks once to do a live demo to show what each color looked like on snow cardstock.

• Measures approximately 1"x 1"
• 1 pad per package, opened, used once
  
• Acid free
• Non-toxic
• Conforms to ASTM D 4236.
• Made in USA

Distress Oxide inks are a combination of dye and pigment inks, while Distress Inks are made from dye inks only.

Here are some other differences between the two: 

• Color: Distress Oxide inks are brighter and more opaque than Distress Inks when used on white or light-colored paper. However, Distress Oxide inks are brighter on kraft or dark cardstock, while Distress Inks are brighter on white cardstock. 
• Finish: Distress Oxide inks have a creamier finish, similar to chalk, while Distress Inks are more liquid in color. 
• Blending: Distress Oxide inks are made for blending and smudging, while Distress Inks can be more difficult to blend and may streak.
• Drying time: Distress Inks dry faster than Distress Oxide inks. 
• Texture: Distress Oxide inks are thicker than Distress Inks. 
• Uses: Both Distress Inks and Distress Oxide inks can be used for watercoloring and embossing.