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Temporary Tattoos: Shop by Style + Buying Guide

Temporary tattoos let you wear a realistic tattoo for a few days without needles, pain or commitment. Shop temporary tattoos by style below (sleeves, tribal, floral, animals, Halloween, small and minimalist designs, dragons, and sets), then use the buying guide to pick a size and placement. Every design applies with water in under a minute, lasts up to a week, is water-resistant, and uses non-toxic, skin-friendly ink.

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Sleeve temporary tattoos

Full and half sleeve temporary tattoos give you a big, realistic arm piece for a night out, a costume, or a test run before a real sleeve, with no needles and no commitment.

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Tribal temporary tattoos

Bold black tribal, Maori-inspired and totem designs that read clearly from across the room. Great on the upper arm, shoulder and calf.

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Floral & rose temporary tattoos

Roses, peonies, lotus and wildflower designs, from single fine-line stems to layered floral sets.

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Animal temporary tattoos

Realistic lions, wolves, tigers and butterflies, from small accents to forearm-sized statement pieces.

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Halloween & dark temporary tattoos

Skulls, spiders, demons and spooky designs for costumes, parties and everyday dark style.

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Small & minimalist temporary tattoos

Tiny, fine-line and minimal designs for wrists, fingers, ankles and behind the ear. A good first temporary tattoo.

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Dragon & mythical temporary tattoos

Dragons, gods and mythical creatures with realistic shading.

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Temporary tattoo sets & mystery packs

Get several designs in one order: coordinated sets for layering, or a mystery pack when you want to try a few styles.

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Temporary tattoo buying guide

Types of temporary tattoos

  • Single designs: one standout piece, from tiny finger art to a medium forearm design. A good first try.
  • Sets: several coordinated designs in one order, handy for layering or sharing. See sets
  • Full sleeves: large, realistic designs that cover most of an arm. See sleeves
  • Mystery packs: a surprise mix of designs. Women's ยท Men's

Choosing a size

Tip: measure the spot with a ruler first and compare it with the dimensions on each product page.

Where to put it

Forearm ยท Wrist ยท Hand ยท Finger ยท Shoulder ยท Chest ยท Neck ยท Leg ยท Back ยท Ankle

Flat, low-friction areas with little hair, like the forearm, upper arm and calf, hold a design longest. Hands, fingers and spots that rub against clothing fade sooner.

Compare popular designs

Design Best for Price
Moonlit Drift Realistic Lion & Floral Full Sleeve temporary tattoo design Moonlit Drift Realistic Lion & Floral Full Sleeve Big statement, full-arm look $20 View
Wild Echo Rose temporary tattoo design Wild Echo Rose Classic rose, everyday wear $15 View
Cobalt Flame sheet of black floral and butterfly tattoo designs Cobalt Flame Floral & Butterfly Temporary Tattoo Set Floral + butterfly layering $15 View
Wild Arc Mystery Pack - sample of real temporary tattoo designs: dragon, fine-line floral ornament, crowned lion and red roses, on white background Wild Arc Mystery Pack (4 Tattoos) Trying several styles $30 View
Black dragon coiled around a sword temporary tattoo design Golden Oracle Dragon Mythical / dragon fans $10 View
Realistic Flower Temporary Tattoo FAKE TATTOOS Shadow Oracle Flower & Floral Dark floral pieces $12 View
Petal Noir sheet of colorful flowers, roses, butterflies, and leaves Petal Noir Floral Temporary Tattoo Set Delicate floral set $15 View
Sheet of black infinity symbols with words, anchor and birds temporary tattoos Infinity Feather Minimal, first-timers $11 View
Demon Bite Anime Mouth Fake Tattoos Harajuku Pop Anime Anime fans $13 View

How long do temporary tattoos last?

Our temporary tattoos last up to a week. They're water-resistant, so a shower or a swim won't wash them off right away. How long yours lasts depends on placement, skin oils, and friction from clothing. Apply to clean, dry, oil-free skin, pat dry after washing, and keep lotions off the design. More tips: care instructions.

How to apply a temporary tattoo

  1. Wash and dry the area; skip lotion.
  2. Cut out the design and peel off the clear film.
  3. Press it face-down onto your skin.
  4. Hold a damp cloth firmly on the paper for about 30 seconds.
  5. Slide the paper off gently and let it air dry.

Step-by-step photos: how to apply. To remove, rub gently with baby oil, rubbing alcohol, or tape.

Temporary vs permanent tattoos

Thinking about real ink? Wear a temporary version first to test the design, size and placement. Read Temporary vs Permanent Tattoos: cost, pain, removal and how to decide.

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Temporary tattoos FAQ

What are temporary tattoos?

Temporary tattoos are designs printed with non-toxic, skin-friendly ink on transfer paper. You apply them with water, with no needles, and they last up to a week.

Do temporary tattoos hurt?

No. There are no needles; they apply with water in under a minute.

How long do temporary tattoos last?

Up to a week, depending on placement and care. Flat, low-friction spots like the forearm and upper arm hold a design longest.

Are temporary tattoos waterproof?

They're water-resistant, not waterproof: they hold up to showers and swims, but scrubbing, oils and friction wear them down faster.

What's the ink made of?

Non-toxic, skin-friendly ink. If you have sensitive skin, test a small piece first.

How do I remove a temporary tattoo?

Rub gently with baby oil, rubbing alcohol, or tape until it lifts.

How do I pick the right size?

Measure the spot and compare it with the dimensions listed on each product page.

How much is shipping?

Free US shipping on orders of $50 or more; $3.99 on orders under $50.

More answers on our FAQ page.

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