It's not uncommon to have regrets about a tattoo. Maybe it was a spur-of-the-moment decision that you now regret, or maybe the design just doesn't suit your taste anymore.

The Most Popular Reasons Why People Seek out Tattoo Cover Ups

Among the most popular reasons people seek out cover up tattoos are: they've changed their mind about the tattoo design, they no longer identify with the tattoo, it was a poorly done tattoo, or it's in a visible location.

In any of these cases, a person might feel self-conscious, anxious, or just plain low about their appearance because of their tattoo. Luckily, there are now more options than ever to get a cover up that looks great. Hiding that regrettable ink is easier than ever before!

Whatever the reason, if you're looking to cover up a tattoo with makeup, there are a few things you should keep in mind. Here's a quick guide on how to do it.

Choose the Right Foundation

The first step is to choose a foundation that matches your skin tone as closely as possible. If you can find a foundation with good coverage, that's even better. You'll also want to make sure that the foundation has a matte finish; otherwise, it will just slide right off your skin.

Conceal, Conceal, Conceal

Once you've got your foundation sorted, it's time to start concealing. Use a concealer that's one or two shades lighter than your skin tone to brighten up the area around the tattoo. Then, use a concealer that matches your skin tone (or is slightly darker) to cover up the tattoo itself. If you need additional coverage, you can always go over the tattoo with another layer of concealer.

Set It with Powder

After you've applied concealer, dust some setting powder over the area to help keep everything in place. Make sure to use a translucent powder so that it doesn't alter the color of your concealer.

Finish With Bronzer (Optional)

If you want, you can finish things off by applying some bronzer around the perimeter of the covered-up tattoo. This will help create the illusion of depth and dimension, making it look like the tattoo is actually recessed into your skin rather than being covered up by makeup.

Wrap Up!

There you have it! With these simple steps, you can easily cover up a tattoo with makeup—no matter how big or small it is. Just remember to choose the right products and take your time blending everything in for best results.