The most common style is a type of body sticker similar to a decal, which is typically transferred to the skin using water. Although the design is waterproof, it can be removed easily with oil-based creams.

How to Apply the Perfect Temporary Tattoo

1. Pick which tattoo you would like to use.
2. Peel off the clear plastic surface that protects the tattoo.
3. Choose a spot on your body to position the tattoo.
4. Place the image face-down on your body. Note how you want it to appear to other people.
5. Firmly press a damp (but not soaking) cloth or sponge over the back of the tattoo.
6. Hold it in that position for around 60 seconds. This will get you the most complete image. Try to move as little as possible.
7. Take off the cloth/sponge.
8. Gently grab a corner of the paper with two fingers and slowly peel off a little bit. If the image looks weird or isn't sticking to your skin, put the cloth/sponge back on and wait for another 30 seconds. If it does look good, then continue to slowly peel.
9. Wait another minute for it to dry, remembering to not move the area you tattooed, so it will stay smooth.

Ways to Remove Temporary Tattoos

1. Apply some cooking oil, preferably olive oil to your tattoo. Olive oil is best on sensitive skin because it does not burn like rubbing alcohol or nail polish remover does.
2. Grab a paper towel or a cloth and rub the tattoo vigorously until it is removed. Continue to add oil as needed.
3. Take hand soap, dish soap, body wash, etc. and scrub, not too hard, but quickly until you have gotten as much as possible.
4. Apply a reasonable amount of rubbing alcohol to a cloth or cotton ball. Rub.
5. Take some clear Scotch tape, apply over the tatto, and rip off. Do not worry, Scotch tape is not sticky enough to hurt - only sticky enough to remove temporary tattoos!
6. You can also put a little baby oil on it before you go to bed, and when you wake up, it will most likely be gone.