Custom tattoos

Your design. No needle.

Upload your own artwork – we turn it into a 2-week tattoo that looks like the real thing – if not, you get a replacement or your money back: Tattoo Guarantee.

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  • Looks real
  • Up to 2 weeks
  • Hand-checked designs
  • Tattoo Guarantee
Forearm · L
Sleeve
Back · Huge
Finger set · XS

Questions & answers

Everything you need to know.

How does the Custom Studio work?

Three steps: choose a size, upload your design, add to cart.

  1. 01 Choose your size

    From 3 × 4 cm to 20 × 60 cm – you always see the real centimetres.

  2. 02 Upload your design

    Your image, a drawing or a photo – we remove backgrounds.

  3. 03 Into the cart

    We do the rest: our designers check your design by hand and get in touch if anything doesn’t fit.

How big will my tattoo be?

You decide. Canvases range from XS (3 × 4 cm) to Extra Huge (Sleeve, 20 × 60 cm). The cm figures in the studio show the actual size of your tattoo.

  • XS — 3 × 4 cm
  • S — 5 × 9 cm
  • M — 7 × 13 cm
  • L — 10 × 18 cm
  • XL — 13 × 22 cm
  • Huge (Half Sleeve) — 20 × 30 cm (also for back pieces)
  • Extra Huge (Sleeve) — 20 × 60 cm

How many tattoos do I get?

You choose a quantity from 3 pieces and receive your design exactly that many times. The more you order, the less each tattoo costs.

Why can’t I order just one custom tattoo?

Every custom tattoo is made just for you – single pieces would be disproportionately expensive. With several copies you have refills, can test placements or let friends join in.

Which files can I upload?

PNG, JPG, WebP, SVG or HEIC up to 10 MB. A sharp file with clear lines works best.

Why isn’t my upload working?

Usually it’s the file type or size. PNG, JPG, WebP, SVG and HEIC up to 10 MB work. If your browser can’t open an iPhone photo (HEIC), save it as JPG or open the page in Safari.

Can I upload a photo instead of artwork?

Yes, as long as it’s sharp, high-contrast and has clear lines. Photos of drawings on paper or of real tattoos on skin work too – our designers check every photo individually and prepare it by hand.

My image has a background – does that work?

Yes. A white background is ideal, and we remove light backgrounds automatically. Any other background is cut out by hand by our designers.

Do I need to mirror my design?

No. Upload it exactly as it should look on your skin.

My design is in colour – what will the tattoo look like?

All tattoos are made with one dark tattoo ink. Colours turn into this ink and the background becomes transparent.

Which designs work best?

  • Good: clear, sharp lines (at least 0.5 mm), ideally black and white on a light background.
  • Less good: very blurry or tiny images, gradients, shadows and photorealistic portraits with many shades of grey.
  • Only upload images you’re allowed to use – your own designs, your own photos or motifs from our studio.

How many motifs and texts fit on one design?

As many as you like. Combine uploads, motifs, texts and drawings freely on your canvas.

How do I edit texts, images and motifs?

Tap “Text” in the studio, type your text and pick a font. Every element – text, image or motif – can be moved, rotated and scaled right on the canvas. Tap it to edit.

What does the Tattoo Builder do?

It’s your assistant for looks from our catalogue: tap motifs and combine them on hand, fingers or arm. We bring everything to the right size and onto your print sheet automatically.

How does the AI draft in the studio work?

Describe your idea in one sentence, e.g. “fine flowers with geometric elements”. The AI drafts your motif right in the studio – 10 generations per day are free.

Custom Studio or AI Tattoo Generator – what’s the difference?

  • Custom Studio: design your tattoo yourself, fast – upload, pick from 1,300+ motifs, add text, draw. For a quick idea there’s the built-in AI draft (10 per day free).
  • AI Tattoo Generator: much stronger AI models for more detailed concepts and more intense images – a whole suite with dozens of settings to create the perfect tattoo (styles, cover-up, extract, remix and more). Runs on credits.

You can order your design straight from both as a Tattup tattoo.

Can I change the size later?

Any time. When you switch sizes, your tattoo keeps its centimetres. If it no longer fits the canvas, we shrink it automatically.

Can I order several designs?

Yes. Every design is its own item in the cart – add it and simply design the next one.

I have a design in my cart and want to change something.

Tap “Edit” next to the design in your cart. It opens in the studio – change what you like and tap “Update cart”.

Good to know: this works on the device you created the design on.

How long does delivery take?

Custom tattoos are produced just for you, in batches to keep prices fair. Allow about 4 weeks.

What if my design can’t be printed?

Our designers check every order. If anything doesn’t fit, we’ll email you before anything is produced.

Why was my custom tattoo cancelled?

That’s rare – for example when a file is damaged or a design can’t be printed. If it happens, we’ll let you know by email.

Can I return a custom tattoo?

No. Custom tattoos are made just for you, so they can’t be returned or exchanged. If something arrives damaged or wrong, email us at help@tattup.shop – we’ll sort it out.

What is a 2-week tattoo?

A tattoo that looks like a real one – no needle, and it lasts up to 2 weeks.

The ink soaks into the top layer of your skin and develops there. Right after applying it is still light; within 24–48 hours it turns dark and rich. As your skin renews, it fades on its own.

Does it really look real?

Yes – because the colour doesn’t sit on your skin, it forms inside it.

No shine, no film, no edges. After 24–48 hours it’s a deep blue-black – like a fresh tattoo.

How is it different from a real tattoo or henna?

It looks like a tattoo – just without a needle and not forever.

  • Real tattoo: needled, stays forever.
  • Henna: stains orange to reddish-brown, usually painted by hand.
  • Tattoos that only sit on the skin: often shiny and come off within a few days.
  • Tattup: the ink develops in your skin, looks real, is waterproof and lasts up to 2 weeks.

How do I apply it?

In under a minute: clean skin, place it, wet it, peel off the paper.

  1. Wash a smooth spot and dry it well. Shave any hair, no cream or oil.
  2. Peel off the clear protective film on the back.
  3. Place it – the Tattup logo facing up.
  4. Dab with a wet cloth until the paper is soaked through, press gently.
  5. Slowly peel off the paper. No water and no rubbing for the first 8 hours.

Why is it so light at first?

That’s normal – the full colour comes after 24–48 hours.

The ink only develops in your skin. For an event, apply it 1–2 days before.

How long does it last – and is it waterproof?

Up to 2 weeks. From the next day: shower, swim, sports, sauna.

Only for the first 8 hours no water and no rubbing. For the first 2 nights, wear something loose to sleep. Spots with little friction last longer.

Does it hurt? Is it safe?

No needle, no pain – and the formula is tested under the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

As with any cosmetic product, a reaction can never be ruled out completely. If your skin is sensitive, do a small patch test first. We recommend Tattup from 18.

And if it doesn’t work?

Tattoo Guarantee: replacement or money back.

Did everything right and it still didn’t work? Get in touch within 72 hours after applying, with a photo – and you get a replacement or your money back.

Didn’t work? Tattoo Guarantee: replacement or money back.

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After 24–⁠48 h: the same tattoo in its full dark colour Right after: sun tattoo on the forearm, still light Right after After 24–⁠48 h

How it looks

Looks real.

Pale first, then real: the ink develops in the skin. After 24–⁠48 hours your tattoo shows its full colour.

  1. 1 minuteApplyNo needle, no pain.
  2. 24–⁠48 hFull colourDark blue to black, like a real tattoo.
  3. Up to 2 weeksWear it, then it's goneFades on its own.

Quick explainer

See how it works.

Upload your artwork, pick a size, see it on skin – the Custom Studio in one short video.

Reviews

4.75 out of 5. 1,101 reviews.

  • ★★★★★ Spotted the cat on a girl at the gym and had to ask where she got it. turn out it was yours guys haha Abby Wood
  • ★★★★★ The unboxing alone feels premium, really well made packaging. And the tattoo looks crisp and holds up great. Hannah C.
  • ★★★★★ Wore the flower to a spa day and the masseuse complimented it then did a double take when I said it washes off Alison
  • ★★★★★ Does exactly what it says. Two weeks no problem Freya W.
  • ★★★★★ So COOL Damn! Always wanted a Wolf Tattoo. Never sure about design. customizer saved me from regret. Sam
  • ★★★★★ found handwritten card with my name inside. shopping online for years and this has NEVER happened Maya Hall
  • ★★★★★ looks real lasts long. recommended Luna Lopez
  • ★★★★★ sieht einfach so echt aus. Schnell geliefert. Gerne wieder Anonym
  • ★★★★★ Ein echtes tattoo das einem irgendwann nicht mehr gefällt ist die teuerste fehlinvestition überhaupt, vom lasern ganz zu schweigen. Ich teste motive deshalb lieber erst zwei wochen am arm bevor ich mich für immer bind... Sarah F.
  • ★★★★★ Lowkey das beste was ich impulsiv bestellt hab. Hält und sieht echt aus Anonym
  • ★★★★★ Der Löwe wirkt so echt, dass ich schon oft gefragt wurde, in welchem Studio ich war. Lucas Hoffmann
  • ★★★★★ Mega Verpackung, fühlt sich hochwertig an. Das Tattoo ist top und hält wie beschrieben. ☺️ Tarek A.
  • ★★★★★ das sommerbundle ist preislich ein no brainer. jede woche schneid ich mir ein neues motiv aus wie aus einem kleiderschrank für die haut Samira
  • ★★★★★ Hochwertige Verpackung, klare Anleitung dabei, alles durchdacht. Ergebnis sieht klasse aus. Mehdi Dogan

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Why it looks real

Not a sticker. Real ink.

The ink only works in the top layer of your skin and develops into a rich dark blue to black – just like a real tattoo, only without a needle.

  1. Day 0Apply it – the tattoo still looks light at first.
  2. 24–48 hoursIt develops into its darkest shade.
  3. Up to 2 weeksIt fades naturally with your skin.
  • Waterproof & scratch-proofShower, sports, beach – made for everyday life and holidays.
  • Deep black to dark bluedepending on your skin – just like a real tattoo
  • Checked by handOur designers check every order and get in touch if anything needs adjusting.
  • Vegan & skin-friendlyNo needles, gentle on your skin.
  • Swiss brandPrecision, premium quality and EU-certified safety.

Tattoo GuaranteeDid everything right and it still didn’t work? Then you get a replacement or your money back. Get in touch within 72 hours of applying, with a photo.

Tattup your life.

Your design. Your skin. No needle.

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