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Enjoying The Designs Of Ink Without The Pain or The Expense With a Temporary Tattoo

Monday, December 8th, 2008

What does Cracker Jacks, a bored person with a pen and restaurant lobbies have in common?  They all have the temporary tattoo in common. A concession to the restaurant lobby is that not all dining establishments feature those machines that dish out bubble gum, rubber balls, cheap jewelry or a temporary tattoo. These vending machines are more commonly found in pizza places or the like.

A temporary tattoo is just that…it is temporary. It can be from a pen to a sticker that is placed on the skin. Many people like the idea of a temporary tattoo because it can give them an idea of where they would want a more lasting piece of art. Others use the temporary tattoo of deciding on designs. The temporary tattoo is a big favorite among school age students. Many manufacturers have recognized this phenomena and have begun to market exclusively to children. Barbie tattoos, Spongebob tattoos and a variety of cartoon characters are finding themselves turning up in Valentine Day card sets, snack packs and of course in the nostalgic Cracker Jack box.

The more common temporary tattoo designs are still the butterfly tattoo, the dragon tattoo and the rose tattoo. This is reflected in the amount of permanent ink found etched upon the skin. The tribal tattoo has surged in popularity with more rock stars and actors sporting the once sacred bands. As more popular icons become inked, there also rise a number of fans and such who wish to be tattooed in a similar fashion.

Not everyone wants to have a lasting mark placed upon their body. They may never find a particular design that is good enough to be inked on permanently. A temporary tattoo is an excellent way to have the fun of a tattoo but still be able to change your mind whenever you wish. Some people use them to enhance a costume or as a fun way to bond with friends. Bachelorette parties can be sparked up a bit by everyone applying tattoos but without worrying about it matching their dress at the alter.

Temporary tattoos are also associated with henna. In India, a new bride is marked with an intricate design of henna to signify her transition from single girl into married woman. The entire time the henna is on her body, she is excused from the household chores. This period of rest could be considered by some to be a honeymoon.

Many companies and online websites such as Tattoofun.com offer henna body kits as well as a huge variety of temporary tattoos. The prices are very reasonable and even custom tattoos can be designed, printed out and shipped within a very short time.

Before you decide to go get a real tattoo, give a temporary one a chance. Find the art tattoo you like in a temporary style and then apply to your body. If you wear it for a few days and like it, then you can make the temporary tattoo real by taking in the sticker and showing the artist. If it does not work for you simply wash it off with soap and water.

If you want to learn more go here: Butterfly Tattoo Designs and at Chinese Tattoo and at Tattoo Pictures