Minimalist Daisy Tattoo Idea? Try It for 2 Weeks
Minimalist Daisy Tattoo Idea? Try It for 2 Weeks
Lasts 10–14 days
A daisy tattoo stands for innocence, simple joy and new beginnings. It is the flower you pull petals from to ask if someone loves you, and one of the first to bloom in spring. People choose it for sweetness, honesty or a fresh start. Tiny and minimalist, it stays discreet on a wrist or an ankle.
This one looks like a real tattoo and lasts about 10–14 days, so you can try it before the real one.
Size: 1.1 x 1.2 in (2.7 x 3.1 cm) · Best placement: wrist, ankle or behind the ear
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 1.1 x 1.2 in is the right size where you want it (wrist, ankle…).
- 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 daisy tattoo means
The daisy is the flower of innocence and new beginnings.
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
The common daisy, Bellis perennis, is often considered the archetypal daisy. Its name is thought to be a corruption of “day's eye”, because the flower head closes at night and opens in the morning. That daily opening gives the daisy its fresh, simple image.
Source: Wikipedia, article “Bellis perennis”
Size and placement
Design size: 1.1 x 1.3 in (2.7 x 3.1 cm)
| Placement | How it looks at this size | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Wrist | Small (1.1 x 1.2 in), it fits on top or on the inside | Someone who wants a discreet first tattoo |
| Ankle | Sits on the bone | Someone who likes it visible in summer |
| Behind the ear | Hidden by hair | Someone who wants a design just for herself |
FAQ
What does a daisy tattoo represent?
A daisy tattoo represents innocence, purity and cheerful simplicity. It recalls childhood and the game of pulling petals, he loves me, he loves me not. It also stands for new beginnings, because daisies bloom early in spring. Many people choose it for a daughter, a sister or a mother, as a sign of a tender, honest bond.
What does the daisy flower symbolize?
The daisy symbolizes innocence, loyal love and new beginnings. In old European folklore it was linked to childhood and to the purity of a first love. It is also the birth flower of April. Its simple, round shape with white petals makes it one of the easiest flowers to recognize, even in a very small tattoo.
What is the June birth flower tattoo?
The June birth flowers are the rose and the honeysuckle. The rose stands for love and the honeysuckle for devotion and happiness. The daisy is the birth flower of April, not June. If you want a birth flower tattoo, check your month first, then test the design small, on the wrist or ankle, before going for real ink.
What is the prettiest flower to tattoo?
There is no single answer. Roses and peonies are the most popular for their rich shapes, while daisies suit a tiny fine line style because they stay readable when small. The prettiest flower is one whose meaning you connect with and whose shape fits your spot. Try two designs as temporary tattoos and compare.
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