You will be amazed by how quick and easy it is to apply your Flash Tattoo with the help of a little water.

Step 1: Clean and dry skin. You want to make sure your skin is clean, dry and free of any oils or the tattoo will not adhere. If you have lotion or any products on (even from hours earlier), use a little soap and water or a cotton ball soaked in rubbing alcohol to clean the area.

Step 2: Cut out the tattoo as close to the edge as possible (this is important later when you need to line it up). If you are applying a band that will be worn as a bracelet, anklet, or arm band, trim the tattoo to size if it needs to be adjusted while the protective liner is still in place.

Step 3: Once it is properly trimmed, remove the clear sheet. For best application, ask a friend to help position your Flash Tattoo so your skin does not twist or stretch. Place the tattoo face down on your skin and hold a wet cloth against it for about 30 seconds. Peel the paper aside then pat gently with the wet cloth. Tada! Be sure not to twist or stretch skin until the tattoo has had time to set (at least 10 minutes). Flash Tattoos look best after they have had an hour or two to set into the skin.

Step 4: Now it's time to apply the crystals! Crystals should be applied carefully, one at a time, after you apply your Flash Tattoo. Clean and dry the area of skin to which crystals will be applied. Remove the clear film off the top of the crystal and use tweezers to lift the crystal off the white film. Place the stone on your skin, but do NOT apply the crystal on top of the Flash Tattoo, otherwise the adhesive backing on the crystal will strip away the tattoo when the crystal falls off or needs to be adjusted.Gently hold the crystal to your skin for 10 seconds to allow the crystal to warm and adhere to your skin.

Step 4 (alternate): If you don’t have tweezers on hand, use scissors to cut and trim as close as possible around the individual crystal, keeping both the white and clear film in tact. Carefully peel away the white protective film. Make sure all stones adhere to the transparent sheet. Apply the crystal as close as possible without touching the Flash Tattoo, and firmly press the crystal onto the skin. Do NOT let the clear sheet on top of the crystal make contact with the tattoo, as damage to the tattoo may occur. Gently hold for 10 seconds to allow the crystal to warm on your skin. Carefully peel away the transparent film from the skin. Press firmly on the stones to ensure they stay.

For full video instructions on crystal application please view our Swarovski page. Remember to keep oil-based lotions, sunscreens, body wash, perfumes, etc. off your tats! For more tips and tricks to apply and maintain your Flash Tattoos, visit the general section of our Frequently Asked Questions page. Shine on!

Of course you can rock Flash Tattoos from head to toe, but these tats aren’t just for skin! Throwing a party? Looking for a way to style those last few Flash Tattoos in your pack? Wondering how to use all those custom tats? Take your style to the next level with these creative ways to shine!

Party Favors | Pop your favorite custom and party-ready Flash Tattoos into glassine envelopes for guests to grab on their way home so the fun can last another 2-6 days!

Invitations | Add sparkle and fun to party invitations, thank you notes, holiday cards, and more with an assortment of festive Flash Tattoos.

Party Décor| Flash Tattoos give glassware, inflated balloons, and plastic favor bags a festive upgrade.

DIY Gifts | Customize leather notebooks, flower vases, and more with metallic and colorful tattoos that match the lucky recipient’s style.

Upgrade Your Accessories | Apply your favorite Flash Tattoos to mirrors, laptops (but be careful applying them!), leather jackets, shoes, and purses. You can even apply them to straightened hair!

Travel In Style | Customize leather or plastic luggage tags, hardshell suitcases, phone cases, water bottles, and passport pouches with custom tats or your favorite Flash collections so you can travel in style!

For more ideas on how to style your tats like a pro, click here!

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If you have received a defective product(s), we are happy to replace the order or offer a full refund via original payment method. Defective products must be reported to our Customer Support team within 30 days of the order shipment date.

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