Making A Temporary Tattoo

How to Make a Temporary Tattoo

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Do you want a tattoo without lasting effects? A temporary tattoo is the answer you're seeking. It goes on easily and looks great for the event and comes off in time for school or work!

Steps

1. Draw your design on your skin with an eyeliner pencil. It helps to plan out the design in advance, on a piece of paper.
   
2. Cover the design with hairspray.
   
3. Wait for the hairspray to dry. Test a small part to make sure it doesn't smudge.
   
4. Wear it to your event and make sure it doesnt smudge.
   
5. Wash it off to remove it before you fall asleep, unless you tape a folded paper towel on it.
   

Video

The sting of a tattoo needle isn’t your only option for cool one-of-a-kind tattoos. Use your computer to create a masterpiece for your skin.

Tips

• Wait for the hairspray to dry before touching the design.
  
• Use a color that suits your needs best. You might even like to experiment with dual colors.
  

Warnings

• Don't inhale the hairspray.
  
• Wash the design off before sleep or you may find it rubs off on the sheets.
  

Things You'll Need

• Eyeliner pencil
  
• Hairspray
  
• A design
  
• a piece of paper
  

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