Minimalist Sun and Moon Tattoo Idea? Try It for 2 Weeks
Minimalist Sun and Moon Tattoo Idea? Try It for 2 Weeks
Lasts 10–14 days
A sun and moon tattoo stands for balance between two opposite forces: day and night, light and shadow, energy and intuition. People wear it to say they accept both sides of themselves. As a pair, it also stands for a couple or two friends who complete each other, each one wearing one half.
This one looks like a real tattoo and lasts about 10–14 days, so you can try it before the real one.
Size: 2.6 x 2.6 in (6.4 x 6.4 cm) · Best placement: inner forearm or upper back
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 2.6 x 2.6 in is the right size where you want it (inner forearm, upper back…).
- 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 sun and moon tattoo means
Sun and moon together stand for balance between opposites, and are a classic matching tattoo for two. See more sun and moon tattoo ideas and meanings →
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
In Greek mythology, Helios is the god of the Sun, often described as the brother of the goddesses Selene, the Moon, and Eos, the Dawn. Put together in one design, the sun and moon speak of balance: day and night, two forces that complete each other.
Source: Wikipedia, article “Helios”
Size and placement
Design size: 2.6 x 2.6 in (6.4 x 6.4 cm)
| Placement | How it looks at this size | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Inner forearm | Square format (2.6 x 2.6 in), well centred | Anyone who wants to see it every day |
| Upper back | Between the shoulder blades, symmetrical | Someone who wants a piece she can show or hide |
| Ankle | Bigger than a mini design, it shows | Someone who likes it visible in summer |
FAQ
What is the meaning of a sun and moon tattoo?
A sun and moon tattoo means balance and harmony between opposites. The sun brings energy, strength and clarity, the moon intuition, calm and cycles. Together they say you need both. The design is also popular as a matching tattoo: two people each wear one half, or both wear the full design, as a sign of their bond.
What do sun and moon symbolize in a relationship?
In a relationship, the sun and moon symbolize two different people who complete each other. One may be bright and outgoing, the other calm and reflective, yet they belong in the same sky. Couples, best friends and siblings choose it as a matching tattoo. It also hints that love holds through good days and dark ones.
Is a sun and moon tattoo good or bad?
It is generally seen as a positive symbol of balance, harmony and connection. There is no common negative meaning attached to it. Some people link it to astrology or to old alchemy symbols, but most wear it simply for its look and its message. As always, the meaning you give it is what counts most.
What does a sun and moon with faces mean?
Sun and moon designs with faces come from old astrology, alchemy and tarot art, where the sky bodies were drawn as people. They add a mystical, vintage feel and often show the sun and moon kissing or merging, a sign of union. This design keeps a cleaner fine line style, focused on the two shapes.
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