Create a Temporary Tattoo

Tattooing has been practiced since prehistoric times. Tattoos are done for many different reasons worldwide. Tattooing is an art of decorating the skin by inserting pigment into it by way of needle. Today, tattoos can be done to be permanent (inked under the skin) or temporary (applied to the surface of the skin).

Waterslide decal paper is one of the best methods available for temporary tattooing. It is easy to use and can be applied to many surfaces including skin. Waterslide paper is used for tattooing plastics, glass, metal, wood and other decorative materials. The best part of using the waterslide decal paper is their easy application method and removal. These decals look like original art when applied to nearly anything. Removing the tattoo design is as easy as applying it. Just use sponge and baby oil to clean the surface and the ground is ready for a new tattoo.

Temporary tattoo:

Temporary tattoo are made to adorn the skin with an image made of ink and glue. They are popular because of their easy application and removal process. You can purchase temporary tattoos ready to apply, or you can make your own from your own design or choice of graphics. To create a temporary tattoo, you need tattoo decal paper, there are typically 2 kinds needed – one is to print your design on, the other contains the glue that will paste the design in place.

This special paper can be used easily with an ink jet or laser printer to get a beautiful and unique tattoo of your own.

It is recommended to try out your own design on regular paper before using it on the water slide removable tattoo paper. When you’re not using your tattoo paper:

· Do not store the water slide skin tattoo paper in hot or humid places.
· It should be stored on a flat surface.
· Do not use bended, folded, curled or damaged paper while feeding to the printer.
· Use attractive and creative designs.

Applying your temporary tattoo. You’ve printed your tattoo design on the waterslide paper. The next step is to apply the glue. Make sure your ink is completely dry before doing this step. Then unpeel the adhesive glue sheet and stick your tattoo to it ink side down. Carefully apply the glue sheet onto your design, making sure there are no air bubbles. Rub lightly to make sure the glue is completely covering all of the inked areas.

Now closely trim, with scissors or a craft knife, around the edges of your design. Peel the backing from the tattoo, and apply to clean, dry skin. Rub lightly, then wet the backing paper and hold it in place firmly for 20-30 seconds. The paper backing will let go when the glue has adhered to the skin. Love your new temporary tattoo.