How To: Hide a Tattoo

{Before & After}

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Some of us have tat(s), and some of us don't. Some of us want to hide them on occasion, and some of us don't. If you'd like to hide your tat (or someone else's) then this tutorial is for you--think job interviews or weddings. I've used it to hide scars, zits, and dark circles (& friend's hickeys) as well, so this method can apply to just about anyone. This concealer is thick and it's the only one I've used that really works for this. And as always, it's EASY and CHEAP. Let's get started:

Materials:

• Hard Candy's Glamoflauge heavy duty concealer & pencil $6
• Makeup Sponge
• Foundation brush 
• Face powder (optional, just make sure it's non-reflective)

Method:

• Start with clean skin, free of lotions/oil.
• Choose the correct shade of concealer. The Hard Candy concealer is a perfect dupe for Kat Von D's Tattoo Concealer, but is MUCH cheaper ($6 vs. $25). Hard Candy comes in light, medium, and tan. Light is used in this example.
• Use pencil to draw over the tat. 
• Gently blend with sponge or finger.

•  Using a small amount, dab the concealer over the tattoo with the concealer brush. Blend. You will still see able to see the tattoo in most cases.

•  Keep applying layers of concealer and blending each time. Remember, you should only be using a small amount of concealer. 

• It will take most tats at least three layers of concealer to conceal.
• Apply powder to help set it from smudging.

Tips:

• The correct shade of concealer is the key to this how-to.
• Take your time and blend! In addition to the right shade, blending is essential.
• Use small amounts of concealer, or it will look cakey.
• It will take a few coats of concealer, so don't get discouraged!
• The best makeup method for hiding tats is airbrushing (or using professional theatre makeup)--my method does look like you're wearing makeup, but if you blend it well enough, you can definietly hide and diminish the appearance.
• You can do this! It took me about 5 minutes for this example, and up to 30 for bigger pieces.

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