Cover-up (tattoo)

A tattoo cover-up is one of two options for removing an unwanted tattoo, the other being removal.^[1] Temporary cover-up options include concealing or hiding the tattoo with makeup or a tattoo-cover-up sleeve.

Covering up an unwanted tattoo is cheaper than tattoo removal.

Poorly applied, faded, or light tattoos are the easiest to cover and can only be covered up using the same or darker ink. White ink may sometimes be applied to lighten the old tattoo before proceeding with the cover-up.

Cover-ups could completely hide the old tattoo with a new design, or the cover-up could incorporate elements or the whole of the existing tattoo.

Many employers have no visible tattoo policies^[2] but allow for temporary cover-ups using makeup or cover-up sleeves.

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