Temporary flower tattoos: test one before committing for life
A temporary flower tattoo looks like the real thing and wears like the real thing. The difference: 0 needles, 0 pain, five minutes to apply. InkToday makes botanical designs that hold 10 to 14 days on the skin, then fade without a trace.
Lotus, wildflower, floral print, peony: every design is built for testing a motif, a placement, an idea. From €10, against €60 to €200 for a permanent tattoo at a studio.
Temporary flower tattoos: the InkToday selection
A long stem, open petals, a 60s floral print or a pared-back lotus: these botanical designs suit the wrist, the ankle or the neck. Each one works on its own or layered with another.
- Lotus flower tattoo — from €10.00
- Lotus flower tattoo with a dotted line — from €10.00
- Flower with petals tattoo — from €13.00
- Long-stem flower tattoo — from €14.00
- Long-stem flower tattoo in a single minimalist line — from €14.00
- Lotus flower tattoo with stem, oriental inspiration — from €14.00
- Lotus flower tattoo with a long line — from €14.00
- Two-motif tattoo with a flower and a symbol — from €14.00
- All-around tattoo with a 60s floral print — from €14.00
- Stem with wildflower tattoo — from €14.00
- Sparkling star tattoo, minimalist — from €13.00
Botanical designs for every moment
Wildflowers for festivals, a 60s floral print for a shoot, an all-around floral for summer: here is how to choose by occasion.
- Festivals and concerts : the 60s floral print on the shoulder, or the stem with wildflower on the arm. Stands up to heat, holds with no touch-up.
- Weddings and ceremonies : the pared-back lotus on the wrist, matched to the bouquet. Visible in the photographs, with no constraints at the registry office.
- Testing before the permanent one : not sure where to put a rose or a peony? Wear it on that exact spot for 10 to 14 days, see how the people around you react, then decide.
- Photo shoots : the all-around floral tattoo creates a textile effect with no specialist make-up artist. Five minutes to apply, immediate result on bare skin or fabric.
- An everyday accessory : the minimalist star wears like a piece of jewellery on the collarbone or the neck. Understated, feminine, no commitment.
How to choose your temporary flower tattoo
Three parameters separate a tattoo that holds well from a disappointing result. Placement, size and skin preparation: here is what to know before ordering.
Placement first
Wrist and ankle: slim formats up to 6 cm. Shoulder and ribs: large formats up to 15 cm. High-friction areas (hands, knees, inner elbow): avoid them, the hold drops by 30 to 50% there.
Preparing your skin
Clean and dry the area thoroughly. No moisturiser before applying. Place the design face down on the skin, damp sponge for 30 seconds, wait another 30 seconds, then peel away gently. The tattoo is visible immediately.
Minimalist or composition
A pared-back single-line lotus works on almost any area. Botanical compositions (all-around, long stem) need a wider surface and skin without relief. Start simple if this is your first temporary tattoo.
Care to reach 14 days
Avoid rubbing the area for the first 24 hours. If you are out in strong sun for a long time, a light film of sunscreen extends the hold. No exfoliating products on the tattoo. It fades naturally without leaving a trace.
FAQ: temporary flower tattoos
Flower tattoos for women: which designs give a feminine result?
For a feminine result, fine-line designs and botanical compositions with a long stem work particularly well. The lotus flower with an oriental-inspired stem, the minimalist long-stem flower and the 60s floral print are safe bets. The wrist, the collarbone and the nape of the neck are the placements that show this kind of feminine temporary flower tattoo off best.
Flower tattoo meanings: what do the most tattooed flowers stand for?
The lotus symbolises rebirth and purity in Buddhist and Hindu traditions. The rose stands for love and passion. The peony, in high demand in Japanese tattooing, means prosperity and good fortune. The cherry blossom (sakura) evokes impermanence and fragile beauty. Testing a motif as a temporary tattoo before anchoring it in the skin for good is precisely a way of making sure the meaning still resonates over time.
Discreet flower tattoos: where do you place them and what size do you choose?
For a discreet flower tattoo, go for single-line designs: the simple lotus, the minimalist long-stem flower or the minimalist star. The genuinely discreet placements: the inner wrist, the nape of the neck, behind the ear, the ankle or along the ribs. Those areas stay visible when you want them to be and invisible the rest of the time. Temporary tattoos are especially suited to testing a discreet placement before making up your mind.
Peony flower tattoo: how do you get it right in temporary form?
The peony is a dense floral composition with several layers of petals. As a temporary tattoo, the best result comes on a flat, clean surface: shoulder, shoulder blade, upper arm or thigh. Avoid areas with a lot of relief or hair, which spoil adhesion. Apply to perfectly dry skin with no cream, and do not rub it for the first 24 hours. The design holds 10 to 14 days depending on your skin.
Flower of life tattoo: is it available in temporary form?
The flower of life is a sacred geometric symbol made of interlocking circles forming a floral pattern. Geometric and symbolic designs exist in the InkToday range as temporary tattoos, in particular designs that pair a flower with a symbol. It is a good way to wear this spiritual motif before confirming you want a permanent one.
Temporary tattoos: how long do they really last?
InkToday temporary tattoos hold 10 to 14 days on most skin types. The actual duration depends on the part of the body (high-friction areas such as the hands fade faster), your skin type and the care you give it. To get the longest hold: apply to clean, dry skin with no cream, avoid hairy areas, and do not rub it for the first 24 hours. The tattoo then fades naturally, with no mark and no residue.
11 flower designs, 0 possible regret
Lotus, botanical stem, 60s floral print or wildflower: InkToday offers every design as a temporary tattoo that holds 10 to 14 days and fades without a trace. Find every design in the collection on Temporary flower tattoos.
