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How do temporary tattoos actually work?
Most of us know of temporary tattoos from our childhood, when we used to get them in bubble gum wrapping, or a set of them in our Christmas stockings, or even in McDonald's Happy Meals. Who remembers those?! 🙈 You might be old enough to remember the old school temporary tattoos and be surprised that they are still a "thing" nowadays. However, they very much are! Kids aren't the only ones applying them, In fact, people of all ages use... -
10 Reasons to Get a Temporary Tattoo
If you're having trouble deciding on a design, are needle-phobic, or simply have trouble committing, this post is for you! Getting a tattoo is a significant commitment, whether it's a small "spur-of-the-moment" tattoo or a large back-piece you've been planning for years. Why? because tattoos are both irrevocable and permanent. That's why temporary tattoos are a great way to experiment. Temporary tattoos are a fantastic solution for those who will never want a permanent tattoo. Whatever your... -
How to make your temporary tattoos look good and last longer using our tips and tricks
Temporary tattoos, also known as "skin tattoos," are very common in today's world because they don't require a long-term commitment. To put it simply, temporary tattoos are a great way to get a quick tattoo without having to commit, go through pain, or spend hundreds or thousands of dollars. When you place the tattoo where you want it, it will transfer in a matter of seconds. For the next week or so, you will be rocking a brand-new tattoo that... -
Viking Tattoo History, Designs, Symbolism and Ideas
We don't know about you lot, but we love a good Viking tattoo. So, we want to share a bit more about the iconography of Viking tattoos with you in this post, so you know what your temporary (or future real) tats will mean. 😊 Firstly, let's have a look at who Vikings are... Between 700 and 1100 AD, during the Viking Age, groups of warriors from Scandinavian countries like Norway, Denmark, and Sweden came to Europe, Asia, and... -
Why we LOVE Halloween and the meaning behind our temporary tattoos (and why you should, Too!)
Halloween is just around the corner, and it is definitely time to start planning your costumes. The team here at TattooIcon want to say that this is one of our favorite times of the year because temporary tattoos are the perfect way to add the finishing touches to your Halloween costumes and make them come to life. Halloween has also always been a holiday filled with mystery, magic, and superstition, and let's face it-who doesn’t love a bit of that?! 🤩 ... -
What Makes Mandala Tattoo design and History so appealing?
Not sure about you, but the team here at TattooIcon are big mandala fans and all things/tats mandala. We'd love to tell you more about mandalas and mandala tattoos, including their incredible symbolism and unique history. Let's get started by discussing what a mandala is and its significance. Let’s begin… What is a Mandala and what does it mean? The word "mandala" means "circle" or "center" in Sanskrit. One of the great religions of the world, Buddhism, inspired the...