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Effective Solutions For Tattoo Cover Up

By Edward Cook


Getting a tattoo is a huge commitment. Not everyone is able to afford, or even wants to undergo tattoo removal procedures as they can be lengthy and painful. However, there are circumstances where tattoo cover up becomes necessary. The following suggestions range in affordability and effectiveness, as well as being able to immediately achieve the desired effect.

Some people get tattoos very spontaneously, which isn't always the best idea. Because of this, sometimes a piece of artwork ends up somewhere on the body that is very visible and hinders a person's everyday activities. Visible tattoos can be a problem in a work environment, or they could be unsightly to others such as friends or family. Some tattoos may even cause offense, or simply not be appropriate for specific settings, like a wedding.

Tattoos can be hidden in different ways depending on how big they are, where they are located on the body and also the depth of the artwork and color. Sometimes just a different hairstyle, piece of clothing or accessory is enough to cover it up. This is probably the easiest way to conceal any ink and certainly the cheapest.

Many makeup brands sell specialty products for concealing things like tattoos or acne or other imperfections on the skin. They contain a high amount of pigment in order to effective conceal darker marks. It's always a good idea to use these products sparingly and build the layers you need gradually until you get the result you want, instead of putting it all on at once in one thick layer.

One of the best known brands for concealing marks, pigmentation or tattoos on the skin is Dermablend. While the brand specializes in makeup for this very purpose, there is a separate product called the Leg and Body Cover, which provides medium to full coverage for more than half the day. While this particular product is smear and waterproof, other brands may require additional setting in order to not rub off during the course of the day.

Dermablend is on the higher end of the price range for concealers, but it gets the job done. A little less expensive is the Kat Von D makeup brand, by former tattoo artist by the same name. Who better to know about concealing tattoos? The Lock-It concealer is a top-rated product, both highly pigmented and oil-free.

There are even more affordable drug-store brands with concealers that work just as well. E. L. F. Has an oil-free product that costs less than $5 for maximum coverage, which has proven to be quite the best seller. Additionally, Hard Candy's Glamouflage Concealer is a steal at only $6 and comes with an additional pencil in various shades to outline the artwork before filling in.

Putting makeup over a tattoo is great for occasional or short-term needs. It works particularly well when the wearer doesn't actually want to get rid of the artwork. In other cases, though, where some ink may actually be a regret, one of the best ways to cover up said piece is to turn it into something completely new by tattooing an awesome new piece over it to either cover it completely or incorporate it into a new design!




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