How to Apply a Temporary Tattoo

Discover the joys of temporary tattoos. These easy-to-apply body decorations give you many of the same benefits as permanent ink art, but without any long-term commitment! Just follow these steps.

Supplies needed

To get started, gather your design, scissors, paper towels—for blotting away excess ink (so they don’t smear onto the skin or clothing) — a clean soft cloth used to wipe off excess ink around the edges of each tattoo as it is applied; and baby oil/talc. Also need rubbing alcohol for sanitation purposes to sterilize instruments such as needles before using them on someone else’s skin.

Cut out the design

After cutting out the design and removing its clear top film, it is ready to be placed on your skin.

Place the design face-down on your skin

Place your tattoo design onto the skin and press down gently with a CLEAN tissue until it is no longer moving.

Gently lift off the cloth to see if the tattoo has transferred to your skin

After 30 seconds, lift the towel and look at your skin to see if the image has transferred. If not, rewet with lukewarm water and press for another 30 seconds before lifting again.

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Repeat this step until the tattoo is applied correctly

Repeat this step as many times as necessary, until you can slide the cloth off your skin without it sticking and see that your tattoo is applied correctly.

Apply baby powder

One important step to make your new temporary tattoo last is to apply baby powder. Simply remove all the backing from your body and gently pat a little bit of baby powder on top before it goes on the skin—this will keep it in place for longer as well as allow you to enjoy its soft feel while it’s still attached.

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What is the best temporary tattoo brand?

There are a lot of brands you can choose from, but one of the most popular is Inkbox. They have an amazing selection of designs that are sure to please even the pickiest person.

What is the best product to draw my own tattoos?

There are lots of options available when it comes to drawing temporary tattoos. You can get simple pre-made ones that come with their own applicator or go for a more professional set that comes with its own tools and instructions. These will allow you to draw your own designs, but if you’re looking for something simpler then consider BodyMark by BIC.

Are temporary tattoos safe?

Temporary tattoos are generally safe to apply and remove, but you should use caution when getting one. Make sure that the area where you place it is clean, dry, and free from oils. Also, make sure to avoid areas of your body that may be prone to irritation or infection such as cuts or sores.

What are the most popular tattoo designs?

The most popular tattoo designs are those that have stood the test of time, and are still as popular today as they were when they first came out. These include tribal tattoos, butterfly tattoos, nautical star tattoos, and animal tattoos. Snake tattoos are consistently near the top of the list.

Summary

Temporary tattoos are a great way to add some ink art to your body without making a lasting commitment.

Claudia Faucher

Claudia Faucher is a full-time fitness training expert and lifestyle blogger. She is also been a certified Les Mills BodyPump instructor for the past 5 years and a fitness instructor for over 20 years. Claudia is a personal trainer and creates fitness training programs for seniors and people of all ages. She likes to use her skills and experiences to help others on their fitness journeys.

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