If you want to stand out from the gray mass and decorate your body, you can get a tattoo. But, given the variability of our society and ourselves, it is better to make a temporary tattoo. Such a drawing will come down in a few days (weeks), and you will not have any regrets if you suddenly do not like the drawing.
You can make a temporary tattoo with your own hands at home, it is not necessary to visit expensive tattoo parlors. It is enough to prepare the necessary materials, as well as use the instructions.
One of the main advantages of temporary tattoos will be the ability to often change patterns, as well as the safety of application.
Temporary tattoos are safer than permanent tattoos: true or myth
There is an opinion that temporary tattoos are safer for health than permanent ones. And there really is a partial truth to this. The client can never be 100% sure of the sterility of the materials used in the cabin. There is always a risk of contracting hepatitis C or HIV infection.
But is temporary tattoo an alternative to permanent? Is it completely harmless or are there any pitfalls?
Here A few points to consider before applying temporary tattoos:
- have / have you had skin problems;
- Have you had any allergic reactions?
- the presence of dermatitis;
- how your skin reacts to chemical paints.
Thus, temporary tattoos are generally safer. Only individual skin and disease characteristics are taken into account.
What materials you would not use - henna, chemical paints, etc., it is better to make a small test tattoo on the inside of the elbow. This will eliminate the likelihood of allergic reactions.
Instructions on how to get a temporary tattoo using a printer and perfume
There are several types of temporary tattoos that can be done at home. All of them differ in the application method, the amount of necessary materials and the life span of the drawing.
One of the common methods of applying temporary tattoos at home is a tattoo with perfume and water. A few days before the drawing, the skin must be cleaned with a scrub and remove hair. This will help ultimately get a high-quality and even pattern that lasts longer.
For a temporary tattoo using a printer and perfume you will need the following materials:
- a sponge, or it can be replaced with a piece of cloth;
- laser printer;
- adhesive paper;
- a container of water;
- Polish for hair;
- perfumes containing alcohol (can be replaced with cologne).
So, to make a temporary tattoo at home with the help of perfume, you must perform the following steps:
- prepare a laser printer and glue paper;
- print the picture you like on the printer so that the picture is a sticker;
- Wipe the area of the skin on which the temporary tattoo will be placed;
- attach the sticker to the place where the tattoo will be placed, the side on which the drawing is applied;
- Wet the sticker with a wet sponge or rag;
- moisten the sticker for several minutes, gently holding it with your hand so that it does not budge;
- remove the paper from the place of application - the tattoo is ready.
Tattoo must be fixed. To do this, use hair spray, spraying it on the tattoo site. To make the drawing last longer, it is better to apply varnish in several layers.
Such a tattoo, made at home, will last an average of about a week, depending on how often the skin will come into contact with water.
This type of temporary tattoo is most preferred for application at home, since there is no need for additional powders and paints.
The easiest way to get a temporary tattoo without a printer is with a gel pen
Tattoos can be made not only with perfumes and prints. There are simpler ways to decorate your own body with a temporary tattoo, for example, with a gel pen.
Simple and commonplace tattoos at home can be made with a conventional pen. This method is safe and even a child can get such a tattoo at home. For drawing you will need a gel pen, the ability to draw and parchment paper / tracing paper.
Sequencing:
- decide on the picture;
- draw it on parchment paper;
- completely fill the picture with color, preferably saturated;
- attach the drawing to the place chosen for the tattoo;
- moisten a cloth and press the tattoo to the skin;
- keep wet rags on the tattoo for at least 40 seconds.
Make sure the pattern is printed. To do this, raise the edge of the picture and check if the tattoo is dry. If the picture is completely printed, remove the rag and paper. The first couple of minutes do not touch the drawing so that it dries properly.
The transferable tattoo at home using a gel pen and parchment paper, although it seems elementary at first glance, it is necessary to observe the sequence. Only in this case, you can get a quality picture that lasts on the skin for several days.
How long does a temporary tattoo last and how to care for it correctly
Applying a temporary tattoo is not so difficult, more attention should be paid to caring for it. If properly looked after, the pattern can last up to several weeks. But it is better, of course, to wash it off after a week, and update, that is, apply again.
So, in order to keep the picture clear, bright and beautiful, Caring for a temporary tattoo includes a number of simple steps:
- The first day after application, do not expose the drawing to moisture and steam;
- Before taking water procedures, it is necessary to protect the drawing. If it is paint or henna, you can lubricate the drawing with vegetable oil;
- You can protect the picture with a liquid adhesive plaster. He covers the picture with a kind of film that does not allow moisture to pass through;
- Do not rub with a washcloth the place on which the tattoo is applied. It is also not recommended to treat the skin with alcohol-containing agents so that the picture does not fade and does not blur.
- In the days when you want to show your temporary tattoo to others, do not exercise actively, so as not to provoke profuse sweating.
A temporary tattoo will last on the skin for at least a week. Do not deny yourself this little joy. A beautiful tattoo will lift your spirits, allow you to stand out from the crowd and possibly attract someone's attention. Well, if you properly care for the pattern, then the tattoo will always look fresh and bright.
Tattoo is a stylish and modern way to decorate your own body. And if you notice that the temporary drawing is not so beautiful, remove it and apply fresh. Perhaps if you apply the same pattern several times, it's time to think about a permanent tattoo!
