Q&A for How to Apply a Temporary Tattoo

It varies depending on where it is placed, how often you shower, and if it rubs against clothing. Under the best circumstances, a temporary tattoo can last around a week.

Try applying a waterproof, liquid bandage over it. This will protect the tattoo from coming off while you bathe. Avoid scrubbing the area too hard however.

No, generally temporary tattoos are safe to place anywhere on the body, assuming you do not have any allergies to the materials.

There are several methods. One is to wash it off with warm soapy water. Another is to apply baby oil to a cotton ball or paper towel, then gently rub the tattoo until it comes off.

Hot water is best for applying tattoos. Put hot water on the cloth and press down for a little over a minute. Then, to get it to last longer, try running a trickle of cool water over the new tattoo for about 30 seconds or so.

Rubbing alcohol should do the trick! Otherwise, try hydrogen peroxide or even baby oil or coconut oil.

Did you dry your skin? If not, that might be the cause that your tattoo feels that way. Next time, be sure to dry your skin before applying your tattoo.

No. Tissue paper is too thin.

Yes. Water can still be absorbed into the skin through a temporary tattoo.

No. It will not work. You have to use water. It will just be a waste of time and a mess

Place the side with the tattoo on it face down on the desired area, and see steps 5-9 above, under Method 1.

Try a tiny, tiny bit of baby powder or pressed powder. Be careful not to cover up tattoo completely but it should help with shine and stickiness a bit.

Probably, but it will peel off easily. For a glitter tattoo that lasts longer, I recommend eyelash glue.

If it is wet but flat, try waiting for it to dry out, then put a piece of wax paper over it with glue on the very edge. If it is wet and wrinkled, take toothpicks and pull on the edge to flatten it, then do what is suggested in the steps above. If it is dry, then glue the edges and put on wax paper.