How to Cover Up a Tattoo
Tattoos are works of art, but not always appropriate for every occasion. When you need to cover a tattoo, you can follow these steps.
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You Will Need
- Concealer
- Concealer brush
- Setting powder
- Cotton balls
- Cotton swabs (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Find a thick concealer
Use two shades of concealer – one two shades lighter than your skin tone and the other the same shade as your skin tone.
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Step 2
Clean the area
Clean and dry the tattooed skin before applying concealer.
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Step 3
Brush on concealer
Brush on the lighter concealer with a concealer brush, covering only the ink.
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Use a cotton swab if you don’t have a concealer brush.
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Step 4
Apply
Apply the darker shade the same way you applied the lighter shade, but gently blend it over the outside edges of the tattoo.
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Step 5
Set
Set the concealer with a loose powder by dabbing a small amount onto the area with a cotton ball. You're covered – at least for the next few hours.
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