What are temporary tattoos used for? How to make a temporary henna tattoo at home? How long does a temporary tattoo last? How to keep a temporary tattoo longer?

[edit] Temporary tattoos, what are they?

For a long time, tattoos have remained fashionable among young people. Many people want to get a tattoo. Some people get it without thinking about the fact that it will last a lifetime, but there are people who are afraid to get a tattoo. What frightens them is that they are permanent, and temporary tattoos are sold especially for such people.

What are they?

Decals:

The pictures imitate real tattoos or henna painting. They are transferred to the skin with water and last up to three weeks. This method of applying a temporary tattoo is safe; after the design comes off, you can immediately apply a new one. If you don’t like the tattoo, you can easily wash it off with soap, nail polish remover and other substances containing a percentage of alcohol.

Application method:

Wipe the skin
Attach the sticker to the skin (sticky side)
Wet the sticker with water
Wait a few minutes and then remove the sticker
Ready

Method for removing from skin if you don’t like it

take cotton wool or cloth
wet a cotton swab or cloth with a mixture containing alcohol[1]
Wipe the tattoo until the design disappears

Henna

Henna is painting on the skin with natural dyes[2]. Such tattoos are beautiful and safe, and most importantly, they are easy to remove from the skin. These tattoos last up to two weeks.

Application method:

prepare henna according to the recipe
prepare the skin for dyeing
apply henna
care

Method for removing from skin if you don’t like it:

rinse with water or rub with a rough washcloth

Crystal tattoos

This is a way of decorating the body using multi-colored crystals applied to the skin. Lasts up to two weeks. This type of tattoo is beautiful, and most importantly safe. Easy to apply and easy to remove.

Application method:

treat the skin
separate the napkin from the transparent film with the lenses
Place the film on the skin and press
wait a few minutes
remove the film and press down the lenses again

Method for removing from skin if you don’t like it:

wet and peel off the lenses

Biotattoos

Such tattoos are applied with a special needle, using unstable chemical dyes. They last up to six months.

Temporary tattoo: types, how to make

In ancient times, a tattoo was a distinctive sign that indicated belonging to a particular culture or caste. Nowadays, tattooing has not lost its relevance. Different age categories have different attitudes towards tattoos. For the younger generation, this is, first of all, a way of self-expression and difference from others. Many subcultures use tattoos to demonstrate a certain “rebellious spirit”. For the older generation, a tattoo is more than just a body decoration. Some people attach special meaning to this, while others do not accept tattoos at all. However, what to do if a person has not decided what kind of tattoo he wants to get, and whether he is ready to “wear” it all his life? For this purpose, there is such a type of tattoo as temporary. Although many professional tattooists do not accept this name, the fact remains. How does a temporary tattoo differ from a permanent one? The whole essence of this type of tattoo lies in the method of applying the paint. With a “regular” tattoo, the ink is applied under the skin. But a temporary tattoo is applied only to the surface of the skin. After a certain time, such a tattoo begins to “fall off.” How long a temporary tattoo will “last” depends directly on the quality and type of paint. Some of them can ensure tattoo durability from several weeks to several months. Today there are several types of temporary tattoos. “Translation” This type of temporary tattoo is similar in principle to children’s transfer drawings. Only in this case a special type of paper and durable paint are used. This type of tattoo has the lowest durability, along with other types - about a week. However, this time will be enough to understand how the tattoo will look on the body and whether it is worth getting it. This type of tattoo is very simple to perform:

Wipe the skin area with a damp cloth.
Prepare the design by peeling off the protective layer and choosing the position for application.
Apply the “translation” to the selected area of skin.
Hold for at least 30 seconds.
Carefully remove the empty paper.
Apply a small amount of hairspray to the transfer.
Wait at least 10 minutes.

It is recommended to choose a place for applying the “transfer” that has the least contact with the environment. Airbrush tattoo This type of temporary tattoo is performed using an airbrush. The paint contained in the gun container is supplied under high pressure, and various nozzles and nozzles help regulate the degree of paint atomization. Such a tattoo also does not last long, a maximum of 8 days. The key feature of airbrush tattooing is the ability to create very precise and “drawn” patterns. To apply such a tattoo you will need:

Prepare the airbrush by filling the container with paint and selecting the nozzle.
Prepare a stencil for the future tattoo
Treat the selected area of skin with alcohol. Degreasing the skin area will allow the paint to be applied effectively.
Having fixed the stencil on the selected area, start spraying the paint.
Upon completion of applying the paint, carefully separate the stencil from the skin. Correct the contours (if necessary).
Wait until the paint dries.

Airbrush paint can be combined, thereby achieving the desired shade. Henna
This type of temporary tattoo is also called biotattoo. The key feature is that natural paint is used to apply the design, not synthetic. Henna can last for several weeks if you follow all the rules for caring for such a tattoo. The color scheme of such patterns can be either light cream or golden, or dark brown. To create a biotattoo you should:

Prepare a container for the solution.
Mix powdered henna with lemon juice.
Add a small amount of sugar to this mixture. This will allow you to achieve a thicker solution.
Pre-wipe the skin area with alcohol to degrease.
If you don't have drawing skills, prepare a stencil. If there is one, apply the drawing by hand.
After completing the drawing, cover the area of skin with eucalyptus oil.
Wait at least half an hour.
In the future, periodically lubricate the pattern with vegetable oil. This will increase its durability.

On the first day, it is not recommended to wet the design with water or scratch this area of skin. Tattoo using glitter
Glitter tattoo is also called this type of temporary tattoo. The key feature of this type of tattoo is the ability to combine them with other temporary tattoos. To apply the design, glitter and special glue are used. Such a tattoo is very durable if it does not often come into contact with the environment. It can last up to two and a half weeks. The principle of applying a pattern using glitter is similar to those described above:

Degrease the skin area.
Prepare and apply a stencil to the selected area.
Fill the stencil design with special glue.
Remove the stencil immediately.
Fill the glue pattern with glitter. Small brushes of medium hardness are best suited for this.
At the end of the drawing procedure, wait at least 20 minutes.
Apply fixative spray to this area of skin.

How to properly care for a temporary tattoo Even a temporary tattoo requires proper care. In order for the tattoo to last a long time and maintain a presentable appearance, you should not wet or scratch this area of skin in the first days after application. He also recommends using detergents that do not contain alkali in the future. Initially, it is advisable to apply a temporary tattoo to the place that is least in contact with clothing. After applying a temporary tattoo, it is better to postpone playing sports, as sweating will cause the tattoo to quickly lose stability.

[edit] Caring for temporary tattoos

There are no care instructions for transfer stickers.
For henna:

The coloring mass must dry well, so do not remove it earlier than after 6-8 hours. If the paste is ready to be removed, its top layer will begin to crumble.
Henna tattoos cannot be washed! Wipe off any remaining residue with a cloth or orange stick.
Mehendi[3] after the procedure, treat with almond oil to fix the pigments in the dermal cells.
Do not rub the picture with rough washcloths or use cosmetic creams, lotions, etc. to process it.
Refrain from swimming in the pool and sea.
Every time before going outside, cover the drawing with vegetable oil.

Crystal tattoos

There are no special rules, just one. Do not stick near the nose and mouth

Drawing on the body

The area of skin on which you are going to apply the design must be degreased with alcohol. Henna tends to be absorbed instantly, so all inaccuracies in the design should be wiped off immediately with a damp cotton pad. If you do not know the basics of drawing, try to draw the desired plot or pattern on paper, and then repeat it on the body with a pen or felt-tip pen, or cut out a stencil with the desired outlines.

When applying thin lines, it is recommended to use a toothpick; otherwise, they usually use a syringe without a needle or other device from which you can squeeze out the paint.

To obtain a light pattern, apply the paste in a thin, even layer; cover the darker areas of the pattern with a thick layer. Upon completion, the drawing should be fixed with hairspray as a fixative and allowed to dry, leaving it overnight. You should not wash off the remaining paste; remove it with a cotton swab and lemon juice.

In Arab countries and India, such a tattoo for women is a classic decoration. It is called mehendi and has ritual significance as protection from evil forces and the evil eye. The bride must be protected with a special design, which is applied to the palms and soles of her feet. In all eastern countries, you can get such a tattoo in many places, sometimes even right on the street, especially in markets. The fashion for mehendi was brought to Europe and America by tourists who got tattoos on their travels. Now you can get mehendi in our beauty salons.

Applying a temporary tattoo without using henna

Despite the fairly long period during which a henna design lasts, many strive for greater variety and choose other methods. Those that allow you to get a realistic image, rich shades and colorful, bright transitions. For example, an aerial tattoo.

Application of aerial tattoo

is done quite simply. To do this, take a pre-prepared stencil with a pattern and glue it to the skin. Then the paint must be applied using an airbrush along the specified contour. Before peeling off the stencil, you should wipe the areas of skin that are stained outside of the stencil with alcohol. After removing the design, the tattoo is sprinkled with talcum powder to secure it and dry quickly.

To perform a biotattoo

, it’s worth purchasing multi-colored glue. Don't be afraid to apply it to your skin, because it is completely safe and hypoallergenic. The application process is carried out using a thin brush. After finishing the work, the glue is sprinkled with a special fixative. And, before it dries, you can add glitter or luminescent powder to the adhesive composition - such an image will be called a “glitter tattoo”.

Get a transfer tattoo

very simple. To do this, you should use special pictures printed on adhesive tape and sold at a fairly low price. This method is not only harmless to the body, but also does not require absolutely any skills from you. The tape with the image is placed on a previously prepared area of skin with the pattern down and pressed tightly. A damp cloth is placed on top of the tape and it is waited until the paper is also saturated with water. After this, the base is removed, and the drawing is allowed to dry for about 10 minutes, during which it is better not to touch it. Using special adhesive paper, this type of tattoo can be made independently using a regular laser printer.

Crystal tattoos

can be applied in several ways:

– using standard ready-made images;

– using templates on film created by you yourself;

– applying directly to the skin of the lenses (tweezers are used).

A crystal tattoo can be applied using a template

In order for any pattern, regardless of the method of application, to last longer on your skin, you should take certain precautions:

– cover the area of the pattern with film while swimming;

– carefully remove or put on clothes without touching the image.

A tattoo is a way to express yourself, emphasize individuality and demonstrate the creative side of your nature. For young people, a tattoo is a sign of emancipation and even rebellion, but adults get tattoos for a specific purpose - for example, to immortalize the name of a loved one on their body.

Be that as it may, a tattoo is a responsible step, because it remains with a person for life. And for those who are hesitant about getting a permanent tattoo, there is an excellent alternative: a temporary tattoo. With the help of a temporary tattoo, you can take a closer look at the design and decide for yourself whether you are ready to wear a tattoo for the rest of your life.

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, the “shelf life” of the pattern

Mehendi lasts up to 2 weeks. After this, it begins to actively wash off and change shade;
A chemical paint pattern decorates the skin for 3 months;
Light airbrush designs can decorate the epidermis without changes for 1 to 3 months (depending on the quality of the paint);
If you “stuff” a temporary tattoo with a manipule, it will last up to several years;
A classic glitter and crystal tattoo will last a week. In some cases - less. This depends on the presence of various external factors: the frequency of showering, visiting the pool, bathhouse or solarium.

The cost of each of the described types of temporary tattoos is significantly lower than “permanent” ones. This is explained by the simplicity of the technology and the absence of complex equipment (machines, needles, etc.).

Tattoo... That same picture on the body, which you can treat in completely different ways, but secretly still dream about it. Many people, due to some external or internal restrictions, do not dare to apply it, and somewhere in the depths of their souls they harbor dissatisfaction with their own indecision. However, there is a simple solution: get a temporary tattoo.