"Carpe Diem" Script Tattoo
"Carpe Diem" Script Tattoo
Test-drive a real Carpe Diem tattoo for 10 to 14 days on your skin before committing for life. No needle. No pain. No commitment.
A permanent Carpe Diem tattoo costs between 60 and 200€ at a studio. Ours, from just 13€, gives you the exact same minimalist, elegant look for 10 to 14 days. The price of a trial, not a regret.
- Minimalist cursive style: fine lettering at 1.3 x 4.5 cm, discreet and elegant, just like a real Carpe Diem tattoo
- Applied in 5 minutes: press with a damp sponge, instantly waterproof, lasts 10 to 14 days with zero effort
- Vegan ink, zero black henna: EU-compliant, dermatologically tested, free from PPD and parabens
- Perfect for testing placement: wrist, forearm, neck, collarbone, try before you commit to the permanent version
Go for Carpe Diem today. Stay in control of the decision tomorrow.
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Real Tattoo Look | Strong Dark Color -
Design to Fade in 10-14 Days -
Vegan Plant-Based Ink -
Easy Home Application
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What's in the kit?
Every InkToday tattoo ships in its protective sleeve, with an application guide to help you put it on.
How do I apply my tattoo?
Our tattoos are painless and very easy to apply yourself – it only takes a few simple steps.
Follow the application guide supplied with your tattoo, or watch our video tutorial here.
Once applied, the ink reacts with the proteins and the keratin in your skin, and darkens within 24 to 36 hours.
Your tattoo then stays visible for 10 to 14 days depending on where you apply it on your body, before fading away naturally.
Colour and appearance
Unlike most temporary tattoos, INKTODAY ink bonds to the surface of your skin instead of simply sitting on top of it.
Once applied, the ink reacts with the proteins and the keratin in your skin, and darkens within 24 to 36 hours.
The final result looks like a real tattoo, in a deep blue-black colour.
How long does the tattoo last?
INKTODAY tattoos are designed to fade within 10 to 14 days.
How long they last depends on where you apply them, on your daily activities and on how hydrated your skin is.
The ink fades gradually as your skin renews itself naturally.
Here is an estimate of how long they hold, area by area:
🦵 Leg: day 1 to 5 (very dark colour), then day 6 to 12 (colour fading).
🦶 Foot: day 1 to 8 (very dark colour), then day 9 to 14 (colour fading).
🦵 Knee: day 1 to 6 (very dark colour), then day 7 to 12 (colour fading).
💪 Forearm: day 1 to 6 (very dark colour), then day 7 to 12 (colour fading).
💪 Shoulder: day 1 to 7 (very dark colour), then day 8 to 14 (colour fading).
💪 Upper arm: day 1 to 7 (very dark colour), then day 8 to 14 (colour fading).
✋ Hand: day 1 to 4 (very dark colour), then day 5 to 8 (colour fading).
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InkToday ink: how we designed it
We developed our InkToday formula drawing on the natural, ancestral practices of tribes who used plant sap to mark their skin.
Our unique formula lets our INKTODAY tattoos last longer while giving a deeper, blacker colour.
Water-resistant and incredibly realistic, our tattoos offer an authentic, long-lasting experience.
Discover our founders’ story and how InkToday ink was created here 👀
Shipping and returns
We ship to most countries worldwide, free above the amount shown in your cart.
All non-personalised orders can be returned within 14 days, as long as the tattoo’s individual packaging has not been opened, of course.
Temporary Carpe Diem tattoo: test the design before committing for life
Carpe Diem is one of the most requested tattoo inscriptions worldwide. This Latin phrase, coined by the Roman poet Horace, translates as "seize the day" and is a timeless reminder to live in the present moment. Before making it permanent, more and more people choose to try the exact look with a temporary Carpe Diem tattoo. That is exactly what our design offers: the same minimalist cursive aesthetic, worn for 10 to 14 days, with no needle and no pain.
Where to place a Carpe Diem tattoo?
The inscription is most commonly worn on the wrist, forearm, neck, collarbone, or behind the ear. With a format of 1.3 x 4.5 cm, our temporary Carpe Diem tattoo fits all of these spots. Try several placements before deciding which suits your body best.
What occasions is it perfect for?
A temporary Carpe Diem tattoo works beautifully for summer festivals, bachelorette weekends, photo shoots, travel, or simply as a daily reminder to live in the moment. From just 13€, it also makes a thoughtful and personal gift that stands out from generic options.
Is it safe for skin?
Our temporary tattoo is formulated without black henna (no PPD), complies with European cosmetic regulations, and uses vegan ink. The risk of irritation is very low as long as it is applied to healthy skin. Always check ink composition before applying, especially for sensitive or allergy-prone skin.
What does a temporary Carpe Diem tattoo cost?
Prices for a temporary Carpe Diem tattoo range from 3€ to 15€ depending on quality, format, and brand. Our premium design starts at 13€, is fully waterproof, and lasts 10 to 14 days. Compare that to 60-200€ for a permanent studio tattoo: the test-drive is affordable, the regret is not.
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