1. Gather Your Materials
Before attempting to remove your temporary tattoo, make sure you have the right tools for the job. You’ll need mild soap, a washcloth, baby oil, rubbing alcohol, cotton pads, and some elbow grease! Having these materials ready ahead of time will make the removal process go much more smoothly. If you’re interested in the cost of small tattoos, you can also check out our article on how much a small tattoo costs.
2. Soak the Tattoo
Start by wetting the tattoo and surrounding area with warm water. Then, apply a small amount of mild, unscented soap and lather it up into a nice foam. Let it sit for 30 seconds to soak in and loosen up the tattoo ink. The soap helps break down the adhesive without irritating your skin. Be gentle and don’t rub too hard initially.
3. Gently Scrub It Away
After soaking for a bit, take your washcloth and gently scrub the tattoo in a circular motion. Little by little, you’ll notice the tattoo starting to fade and peel at the edges. Keep scrubbing gently with the soapy washcloth until most of the tattoo is gone. Try not to rub so hard that it irritates your skin. The key is patience and gentleness! If you’re curious about how tattoos feel, you can read more about it here.
4. Bust Out the Oil and Alcohol
For any stubborn tattoo residue that won’t budge, it’s time to bring in the big guns! First, apply some baby oil onto the tattoo and let it soak for 60 seconds. This helps loosen what’s left of the adhesive. Then take a cotton pad soaked in rubbing alcohol and gently scrub the oiled area in small circular motions. The alcohol will dissolve what’s left of the ink and adhesive.
5. Rinse and Dry
Once your temporary tattoo has been removed, rinse the area with warm water and pat dry with a clean towel. Apply some soothing lotion if your skin feels irritated at all. And voila, you’re tattoo-free! With some mild soap, elbow grease, and alcohol, you can banish any temporary tattoo.
Now go out and get another one! The great thing about temporary tattoos is you can change them up whenever you want. Have fun and don’t be afraid to get creative with your next temporary tats!
