How to make a temporary tattoo at home

To put on the skin permanent permanent permanent pattern - a responsible act, which many are dare not. Temporary tattoo helps to understand how the selected image will look like and whether it suits the owner. It can additionally be used as a body decoration for solemn occasions and romantic encounters.

How to make a temporary tattoo at home

The easiest and most accessible way, how to draw a pattern on the body with your own hands is to make mehendi. The way with henna we described above, now consider the option of tattoo with chemical paint.

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Step by step instructions on how to make a temporary tattoo on the arm for 3 months:

1. The skin is thoroughly wiped and treated with an alcohol-free degreasing lotion;
2. To make it easier to distribute the paint on the skin, it is placed in a tube with a sharp cone. Depending on the angle of the tip and the pressure force, it changes the shape and brightness of the line. This allows without any special devices to draw a picture with different types of lines;

   
   Drawing with colored paint

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3. The easiest option for home drawing - flowers. The application is extremely easy: the base of the pistil is drawn, then the outline of the petals is created. It is possible to supplement the drawing with dots, stripes, or blurring of individual elements;
4. If any component of the exposure came out uneven, it can be quickly erased with micellar water or soap solution;
5. Now all that is left to do is to allow the necessary time to fix the drawing. Depending on the type of paint, this can be between 2 and 4 hours.

As in the case of henna, the first day the place where the paint is applied must not be wet or exposed to heat.

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How is the temporary tattoo done?

The pictures in question are not considered by masters to be permanent. They are not hammered into the skin with a needle, the paints for temporary tattoos are applied only to the epidermis. They are simply drawings on the body, in technique and durability absolutely identical to body art and body painting. Some images can last a week or a little more, it depends on the materials used.

Temporary tattoos with chemical paint

Originally, the presented technique of applying patterns to the skin was invented for cinematography. Such painting technology provided the most realistic appearance of images, which were kept in perfect condition for several days and saved time for makeup artists. This temporary tattoo is created using an airbrush. A thin stencil is firmly attached to the body and firmly fixed to it with fingers or adhesive tape. Then the airbrush is directly applied - the paint is gently sprayed on the exposed skin from a distance of 1-5 cm.

The described type of drawings is more similar to the classic permanent image. By means of the airbrush you can create the clearest and most even borders of the patterns, make the tattoo black or in several bright shades. Experienced masters of body painting are able to apply pictures without a stencil. Such images are absolutely unique and look like a work of art.

The paints for the tattoos in question are made on a silicone basis, so they are very elastic and do not crack. Materials do not provoke allergic reactions, dryness and skin irritation. They belong to the group of environmentally friendly pigments without comedogenic properties, and are approved for use on children. To make the paint last longer (up to a week), it is topped with a special powder or fixers.

Glitter Tattoo .

This is a very popular technique for drawing pictures on the body, especially in wedding and bikini design. The skin is covered with a special hypoallergenic plant-based glue. Using a brush, it is covered with a fine colored shimmer (sequins), the excess of which is simply shaken off. The result is a glittering and bright picture with clear boundaries.

Glitter-tattoo glue can be applied through a stencil or manually, depending on your drawing skills. It is resistant, able to last on the skin for about 2 weeks, especially when handled with care. Glitter tattoo at any time is easy to remove, for this you will need a special solution or medical alcohol. Glitter is also scrubbed with water, but with difficulty.

Crystal Tattoo

This form of temporary patterns on the body is similarly often used for intimate and wedding designs. Tattoo with rhinestones can consist only of artificial stones or pearls, or be combined with other types of images - airbrush, mehendi and sequins. Sparkling crystals look gorgeous in any design, but they do not last long. Such temporary tattoo will last about 3-5 days with careful care, the maximum "life" period is a week.

The described option of body decoration involves gluing rhinestones to the skin. For this purpose, a special composition on an organic basis, identical to the means for glitter tattoos, is used. It does not cause negative reactions, rashes and redness. Such glue is often applied even to sensitive skin of the face, to formalize the eyelids and eyelashes with artificial stones.

How long does a temporary tattoo last

Regular stickers last up to a week and a half, while temporary temptu tattoos last up to several years. Depending on the variety chosen, there are significant variations in The "shelf life" of the pattern.:

• Mehendi lasts up to 2 weeks. After that, it begins to actively wash off, changing the shade;
• Drawing with chemical paint decorates the skin for 3 months;
• Light airbrush drawings can decorate the epidermis without changes from 1 to 3 months (depending on the quality of the paint);
• If you "stuff" a temporary tattoo with a manipulator, it will last up to several years;
• The classic glitter and crystal tattoo will last a week. In some cases, less. It depends on the presence of various external factors: the frequency of showering, visiting the pool, sauna or solarium.

The cost of each of the described types of temporary tattoos is much lower than "permanent". This is due to the simplicity of technology and the lack of complex equipment (machines, needles, etc.).

Conclusion

Tattooing is the art of applying body art by injecting pigment into the skin deeper than the epidermis. The longevity of tattoos has been scientifically proven by researchers from the French institute INSERM in experiments on mice and is explained by the peculiarities of immune phagocytosis.

Dermal defense cells - macrophages - perceive the injected pigment as foreign and potentially dangerous, so they absorb it and thus encapsulate it in the injection site. After they themselves die, the "danger" they contain is absorbed by new macrophages.

Thus, the pigment remains in the skin for life, and judging by the tattooed skin of ancient Egyptian mummies, sometimes much longer. So think a hundred times before you get a tattoo. After making an affirmative decision to apply only to masters with experience and reputation, such as our studio Art Of Pain.

What happens to a tattoo over time?

The Internet is filled with frightening photos of tattoos after 10 years. It dissuades philosophers and dreamers who want to decorate their bodies with a work of body art from taking the decisive step. Why does the tattoo blur over time? It can be due to biological processes in the skin, the body's immune response, poor-quality ink and equipment. Lack of professionalism of the tattoo artist. Lingering inflammatory process after the drawing and violation of the rules of care for the tattoo on the part of its owner.

Tattoo after 10 years on the ankle

How quickly does a tattoo fade? In fact, if light-resistant quality dyes are selected for the naked image. The needle has penetrated to the required depth and the owner of the tattoo does not use alcohols and acids to care for the body. The likelihood of the tattoo fading quickly over time is quite small. Only after 7 to 9 years, if the tattoo was not done very well, it may be necessary to update it. By adding new elements or overlaying it with another design (sometimes after laser lightening).

Wiped out shin tattoo

Does the tattoo stretch during pregnancy?

It is better to put a tattoo on the stomach after the birth of the baby after some time. So that the tattoo on the abdomen after pregnancy is not deformed after the weight and skin come back to normal. If the drawing on this area of the body appeared before pregnancy. It can be protected from serious deformation and stretch marks by exercising and taking care of the skin. With the help of, for example, olive oil until the body recovers from childbirth.

Stretch marks after pregnancy

What happens to a tattoo after weight gain?

With little change in parameters, a tattoo after weight gain usually does not suffer. If the area of the body on which it is placed does not change much in size and shape. Nevertheless, with a prolonged increase in weight over time, the tattoo will deform. Abrupt weight gain can provoke the appearance of stretch marks, including in the figure.

If the tattoo was performed on the body of a full person. That with sudden weight loss, without replacing the volume of subcutaneous fat deposits with muscle mass. There is a possibility of skin elasticity reduction and hence distortion of the image. Pumping fat into muscle with weightlifting can also affect the appearance of the tattoo.

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Temporary tattooing with chemical paint

This technique of applying drawings to the body was created for the film industry. But over time, the technique began to spread and find new fans. When making a drawing, a special stencil is attached to the body and fixed with adhesive tape. The paint is then sprayed on the exposed areas of the body. This type is the most similar to the classic permanent tattooing. In this way it is possible to apply clear images with even borders. The tattoo can be both black and white and colored. More experienced masters can perform temporary tattoos without a stencil. Materials for this procedure are completely harmless to human skin, look very believable and attractive.

Crystal tattoo

Tattoo with small rhinestones can consist entirely of artificial decor in the form of stones or pearls, also can be combined with other varieties of images. Shiny crystals look incredibly attractive in any design, but their only disadvantage is that the tattoo does not last long, about 3-5 days. The crystal pattern involves gluing the rhinestones to the skin with a special glue, which does not cause any negative reactions or irritation.

Types of temporary tattoos and methods of application

Body art is available to everyone. There are many different ways to decorate the body not only in the salon, but also at home. Those who know how to make a temporary tattoo using improvised means can change the image according to their mood.

Tattoo with jagua gel and stencil on the glue base

Jagua gel makes it possible to make a temporary tattoo at home like one from a tattoo parlor. The color will range from blue to blueberry, or blue-black. The design will wash off evenly, gradually fading.

Jagua gel is based on the sap of Genipa americana. It is a natural product, harmless to the body. The Indians of South America have long used the juice of this fruit to decorate themselves before the holidays. It also contains xanthan gum and lavender oil.

The gum is a gelling agent, but not a chemical one, but a natural one. It is obtained as a result of the activity of bacteria. It is safe for the human body, so it is used in children's food.

The gel is sold in tubes. They are drawn on the body through stencils on an adhesive basis. They consist of three layers: a backing paper, an adhesive layer with a pattern and a protective film.

How to make a tattoo with the help of jagua gel and a self-adhesive stencil:

1. Degrease the selected area of the body with an alcohol wipe, let dry.
2. Remove the backing from the template, glue it on.
3. Remove the protective film.
4. Apply a thick and dense layer of gel.
5. Remove the stencil.

How to use the homemade stencil:

1. Print out a sketch on heavy paper and cut it out.
2. Attach it and trace the outlines with a black gel pen.
3. Peel off the sketch and fill in the outlines with jagua gel.

Such drawings dry for 2 hours. After that, the gel turns into a glossy film. You need to take it off and wash your skin with soap and water. The image will be pale at first, but will become bright within 24 hours. Full manifestation occurs in 48 hours. Such body art lasts 10-15 days.

Use a special patch for jagua tattoo. A fresh drawing is dried for half an hour, then plastered. After 3-4 hours it is removed along with the gel film.

Temporary Airbrush Tattoo

Aerotatu do in many salons. For this, the master uses a stencil, airbrush and paints for temporary tattooing. They are non-toxic and hypoallergenic, so aerotatu have no contraindications.

An airbrush is an atomizer with a compressor. The jet can be adjusted and nozzles can be changed. The drawings are multicolored, and it is possible to make transitions of tones.

Usually, an image is created in three layers. They are applied one by one, and each of them is left to dry for 10-15 minutes. The last layer can be a gold or silver shimmer.

How to make an aerotape:

1. The skin is degreased.
2. A stencil is put on.
3. The airbrush blows paint into the holes of the template.
4. The drawing is powdered with talcum powder.

After that, the airbrush is not washed with water for 24 hours. They will last on the body for 3 to 9 days. But you can remove them sooner with any alcohol solution.

Using a Sharpie marker.

Stationery stores sell Sharpie brand permanent markers. They are multi-colored and allow you to draw fine lines. You can use them to draw small pictures that look like tattoos.

How to do a tattoo with a permanent marker:

1. Degrease the chosen place.
2. Make a drawing.
3. Sprinkle with talcum powder.
4. Fix it with hairspray.

Such decorations can last up to a week. They can be washed off with an alcohol solution.

In some people, the marker causes allergies. Therefore, it is better to make sure in advance in its absence, making the test on an inconspicuous area of the skin.

Tattoo with a cosmetic pencil for eyes

It is possible to decorate the body with an eye or lip pencil. There is a wide variety of shades available in cosmetic stores. This method is good for creating small drawings of a simple shape with clear outlines. Large areas will not be able to be painted evenly, so it is better not to make large images.

A picture can be secured with hairspray. It will not last more than a couple of days. Makeup remover can be used to erase it.

Using a Printer

This method makes it possible to decorate yourself with any picture from the Internet.

You will need:

• printer,
• a sheet of paper,
• tape.

The picture will be printed on your skin as a mirror reflection. Therefore, before printing, you need to open it in any graphic editor and flip it horizontally.

How to make a tattoo:

1. Glue the scotch tape to the paper.
2. Print the picture so it hits the surface of the tape.
3. Trim the excess paper. Leave only the part with the sketch.
4. Attach the workpiece to the chosen area with the pattern facing down.
5. Press it down with a damp cloth.
6. Hold for about a minute, then remove.

This decoration will last about a week.

Henna tattoo

Using henna, tattoos in brown colors are made. They are called "mehendi". They are native to India, but they are popular all over the world. Mehendi are suitable for holidays at sea, because they do not fade from the sunlight and sea water. In addition, they are environmentally friendly and harmless to the human body, so they are allowed to pregnant women and children.

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How to do mehendi

Cone-shaped packages with ready-made henna paste are sold in Indian stores, and sketches can be found online. Beginners can use stencils.

1. First, the tip of the package is cut off, and then you can create paintings on the body, squeezing the henna a little at a time.
2. Keep the dye on the skin for at least 3 hours. But it is better to wrap the place of application in clingfilm and hold for 8-9 hours.
3. Dried out contours are removed manually. You can buy a special scraper or remove it with the blunt side of a knife.
4. Some people treat the image with almond or eucalyptus oil. Then the color will be more saturated.

After that, the painting is not wet with water for a day. At first, the color will be reddish-brown, but after 48 hours it will darken.

Natural henna lasts for 2 weeks, after that it begins to wash off.

To keep the tattoo longer, scrub the skin the day before the procedure.

Those who will do mehendi for the first time, it is recommended to get tested for allergies beforehand. For this purpose, the dye is applied to the skin and held for 20 minutes.

When buying cones, you should check the composition of the dye. The main ingredient should be the powder from the leaves of the shrub Lawsonia inermis. Additional ingredients can be basma (indigofera), chamomile, or tea. These ingredients are needed to change the red-brown hue of henna. Especially popular are the products of the Indian brand Kaveri.

How to make a cone for mehendi

Tattoo paste can not only be bought, but also prepared at home from henna for mehendi. It is made only from the top leaves of the shrub, unlike regular henna. The grind is much finer. As a result, the dye gives a richer color and looks like a delicate bright green powder.

1. Dilute henna for mehendi with hot water and infuse for 3-4 hours.
2. Roll up heavy paper into a bag.
3. Fill it with henna mixture.
4. Carefully cut off the tip and start drawing.

Tattoo with a gel pen

There is a way to do your own body art with a gel pen.

1. Draw a pencil sketch on parchment paper or tracing paper.
2. Color it with a blue or black gel pen.
3. Degrease the selected area with alcohol and place the tracing paper on it with the design facing down.
4. Use a damp cloth to press the tracing paper firmly against the skin.
5. Hold the cloth for 1 minute, then carefully remove it.
6. Touch up the image with a gel pen to make the tattoo brighter.

Drawings made with a pen wash off quickly, in a couple of days. It is possible to prolong their life by spraying them with hairspray.

Glitter tattoos based on glue and paint

Glitter temporary tattoos can be made at home by yourself.

What you will need:

1. Special glitter tattoo glue. It is hypoallergenic, flexible and water-resistant. Drying, it does not shrink the skin.
2. Cosmetic glitters. It comes in 3 types:
   Large - for bright shimmering images.
3. Sand glitter is for velvety drawings.
4. Dust sequins - for smooth, silky pictures.
5. Stencil.
6. Brushes.

How to make a glitter tattoo:

1. A stencil is placed on the degreased skin.
2. The notches of the template are treated with a thick layer of glue
3. The stencil is removed after 20 seconds, when the glue has turned into gel.
4. Apply cosmetic sequins with a brush to the gel surface.
5. Different types of sequins can be combined and color transitions can be made.

Then the drawing is dried. Within a few days, it can't be wet. Such a decoration will last about a week. It can be removed with a nail polish remover or alcohol wipes.

Bio-tattoo of coffee, tea, lemon juice and henna

A henna-based biotattoo can be done at home. It is environmentally friendly and harmless to the body.

For the biotattoo you will need:

• Ground coffee - 2 tbsp.
• Black leaf tea - 2 tablespoons.
• Natural henna (lawsonia) - 40 gr.
• Lemon juice - 2 tsp.

Brewing and coffee will give the mixture a dark brown color, and lemon juice will enhance the brightness of the dye.

How to make a biotatoo from henna:

1. Boil the tea leaves with a glass of boiling water. Allow to infuse and strain.
2. Add henna, coffee and lemon juice to the tea.
3. Boil for 10 minutes.
4. Let stand for 2 hours. The mixture will become darker and thicker.
5. Take thick paper, roll it in a ball and fill it with dye.
6. The tip of the resulting cube cut off.
7. After this you can do the tattoo.

The durability of biotatu - up to 2 weeks.

Tattoo mehendi chemical paint

In Moscow stores you can find henna cones for tattoos in a variety of colors, including white. Expand the palette of dyes can be only through chemical additives. The colors of the drawings turn out bright, but the composition can no longer be called natural. In some people it causes allergies.

Therefore, it is better to buy henna dye from well-known manufacturers. This can be the Indian brand Golecha. When buying henna dye of this brand, you should check the hologram and see the expiration date.

The henna dye lasts on the body for 7-10 days.

Black henna is often offered for tattoos on beaches. It contains urzol, a poisonous dye. Such paint often causes severe allergies and burns.

At the same time, masters can promise that the henna tattoo will stay on the body for up to 3 months. Do not believe it, it's a deception.

Temptu .

In some tattoo parlors offer to do a temporary tattoo, calling it a temptu.

From the ordinary tattoo it differs in that the skin is pierced shallow, up to 2 mm. They use chemically unstable dyes.

Temptu retains brightness for about a year, after which it becomes pale and blurred. As a result, it looks like a spot, similar to a bruise.

Therefore, the unattractive remnants of the picture must either be reduced by laser or make in this place an ordinary tattoo.

Temporary drawing on the body with a henna

This type of tattoo has a second name - mehendi. It is carried out by a special cone with a henna or thin brush. In this simple way you can decorate your body with beautiful and attractive patterns even at home. This type of tattoo is completely unlike a permanent pattern, but it looks spectacular and strong. The henna tattoo is the longest lasting type of body decoration. Such a sketch can last up to a month.

Glitter Tattoo

This technique is incredibly popular, especially in bikini design or wedding. In this method, the skin is coated with a hypoallergenic glue. Then small colored sequins are applied with a brush. The final result leaves a sparkling tattoo on the body with clearly manifested borders. This type of tattoo is also applied with a stencil or by hand. The design will stay on the skin if handled with care for about 14 days. The glitter pattern can be removed at any time with medical alcohol or a special liquid. Glitter can be removed with water, but it is a little more difficult.

Tattoos for a few days

There are many varieties of this drawing on the body:

• Glitter.
• Crystal.
• Aerography.
• Mehendi.
• Transferred.
• Painted with gel paint.

At the drawn tattoos the shortest period of tattooing on the arm, because this part of the body is most in contact with water. Masters of this type of tattoo advises to perform them on the chest, back or shoulder. Shiny or colored drawings are much more attractive and can successfully complement the image.