Increasingly worn and popularized, the tattoo is now used as a real means of expression, even a way of asserting one’s identity through an artistic body transformation. Formerly painful and above all, definitive, the tattoo no longer has to be experienced as a rite of passage and can be worn punctually… Thanks to ephemeral tattoos.
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Easy to apply, modulate and personalize, temporary tattoos can be used by everyone. Similar to body adornments, they adapt to all tastes and all occasions, for a duration determined. What is a temporary tattoo? What are its main advantages? How does it apply? When should you opt for this particularly original temporary accessory? All the answers below!
What is a temporary tattoo?
Unlike a real tattoo or a semi-permanent tattoo, an ephemeral tattoo applies via a decal process and can be removed at any time with a few simple gestures.
A classic ephemeral tattoo lasts between three to ten days depending on its maintenance, i.e. more than a week. Some so-called long-lasting temporary tattoos can be worn intact for more than two weeks!
But this is not the only advantage of temporary tattoo. A temporary tattoo can be:
- original (a unique design drawn by a professional tattoo artist);
- worn for one evening only;
- personalized (size, colorlocation…) ;
- accessible (the price range is extremely wide)…
In addition, ephemeral tattoos adapt to all tastes, thanks to styles and various designs: vikings, butterflies, lions, jaguarssnakes, flowers…
How to apply a temporary tattoo?
Temporary tattoos come with instructionsapplication precise. And the tattoos that use the decal principle are generally all applied in the same way:
- shaving, cleaning and drying the skin in preparation for tattooing;
- gently remove the film plastic of the leaflet;
- position the front of the sheet against the skin, at the desired location;
- fully moisten the tattoo sheet with a damp cloth or sponge;
- wait a few seconds before removing the sheet from the skin;
- enjoy the result for several days!
Obviously, some temporary tattoos are easier to apply than others, depending on their size and the location chosen for the application.
To remove a temporary tattoo, simply apply solvent without acetoneof the’alcohol or oily lotion on the drawing. Then rub gently with a cotton ball, sponge or washcloth.
Ephemeral tattoo: for what occasions?
Wedding, feast day or pregnancy… Many events can be celebrated with one or more temporary tattoos. Some evenings even provide for the presence of a bar with ephemeral tattoos at the reception venue, to amuse the guests and give them new experiences.
Temporary tattoos can also be used for photo shoots or to test a desire for a tattoo before even crossing the line. door of a real living room tattoo.
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