Two Roses Tattoo Idea? Try It for 2 Weeks
Two Roses Tattoo Idea? Try It for 2 Weeks
Lasts 10–14 days
A two roses tattoo usually stands for love and partnership: two people in love, two souls bound together, or a close family bond. It can also mean balance and duality, like joy and sorrow, or the remembrance of two loved ones. Drawn in fine line, the pair stays soft, romantic and easy to wear.
At InkToday, these two roses are 1.7 x 2.5 in and last 10–14 days, so you can pick your spot before a real tattoo.
Size: 1.7 x 2.5 in (4.4 x 6.4 cm) · Best placement: shoulder blade, inner forearm or ribs
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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.
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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.
Why try it before the real one
- See if 1.7 x 2.5 in is the right size where you want it (shoulder blade, inner forearm…).
- Watch how it looks on your skin, day after day.
- Love it? Show it to your tattoo artist. Not sure? Try another design next month.
What a double rose tattoo means
Two roses are often linked to love shared between two people, or to a bond that keeps growing. Two flowers of different sizes can also stand for two people, or two stages of the same story.
How to apply
- Clean and dry the skin.
- Press the tattoo on firmly.
- Peel off the backing.
- Let it develop: the ink darkens over 24–36 hours.
InkToday makes plant-based semi-permanent tattoos that develop on the skin over 24–36 hours, look like real ink and last 10–14 days, so you can try a tattoo design before getting it for real.
Meaning
Two roses hold a famous place in English history. The name “Wars of the Roses” refers to the heraldic badges of two rival branches of the royal House of Plantagenet: the White Rose of York and the Red Rose of Lancaster. The conflict was largely brought to an end upon the union of the two houses through marriage, creating the Tudor dynasty. Two roses side by side can carry that idea of two stories joined.
Source: Wikipedia, article “Wars of the Roses”
Size and placement
Design size: 1.8 x 2.6 in (4.4 x 6.4 cm)
| Placement | How it looks at this size | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Shoulder blade | Sits on the bone, both blooms stay readable without spilling over | Someone who wants a piece she can show or hide |
| Inner forearm | The roses follow the line of the arm and show with every move | Someone who wants to see it every day |
| Ribs | On the side, below the chest or lower, it stays private | Someone who prefers a tattoo just for her |
FAQ
What does a two rose tattoo mean?
A two rose tattoo usually means love between two people: a couple, soulmates, best friends or siblings. It can also stand for balance and duality, such as joy and sorrow or past and present. Some people choose it to remember two loved ones. Colours add nuance, red for passion and white for purity. In the end, the story behind it is yours.
Is there a meaning for a rose tattoo?
Yes. A rose tattoo is one of the most symbolic designs there is. It mostly stands for love and beauty, and its colour shifts the message: red for passion, white for purity, black for grief or a new start, yellow for friendship. Thorns add the idea of pain or protection. Two roses together add a bond between two people.
What do rose tattoos mean on a woman?
On a woman, a rose tattoo often stands for love, femininity and inner strength. The bloom speaks of beauty and grace, while thorns suggest she can protect herself. A pair of roses can honor a partner, a mother and daughter, or two sisters. Fine line roses look soft and elegant, which is why they are a popular first tattoo for women.
What is the prettiest flower to get tattooed?
There is no single prettiest flower, but the rose stays the most tattooed one, followed by peonies, lotus, sunflowers and wildflowers. The best choice depends on the meaning you want and the space you have. Two roses fit well on the shoulder blade or the forearm. To compare, try a floral design on your skin for two weeks first.
How to make two names into one tattoo?
A simple way is to link the names to a shared design. With two roses, each bloom can stand for one person, and you can add initials along the stems or under the flowers. You can also weave both names into one line of script or into a ribbon. Keep the lettering small and clean so it ages well, and test the layout first.
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