{"id":6192,"date":"2026-09-16T17:43:10","date_gmt":"2026-09-16T17:43:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/blog\/?p=6192"},"modified":"2026-09-17T07:14:44","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T07:14:44","slug":"how-long-does-a-temporary-tattoo-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/blog\/how-long-does-a-temporary-tattoo-last\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Do Temporary Tattoos Last? Custom Tattoo Buyer\u2019s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>How Long Does a Temporary Tattoo Last? (Plus How to Order Custom Tattoos for Events)<\/h1>\n<p><strong>Updated: September 16, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Quick answer:<\/strong> Most water-transfer (press-on) temporary tattoos last about <strong>3\u20137 days<\/strong> on clean, dry skin with normal activity. Longevity drops with swimming, sweating, scrubbing, and oily skin. Airbrush and higher-end festival tattoos can last longer; henna (not a sticker tattoo) can last <strong>1\u20133 weeks<\/strong> as a stain.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"sbm-rail\"><h4>Ready to brand it?<\/h4><p>Get promo products decorated to your specs.<\/p><a class=\"sbm-btn sbm-btn--primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/\">Shop Swagify<\/a><\/aside>\n<p>If you are buying <strong>custom temporary tattoos<\/strong> for a brand activation, race, concert, or nonprofit event, duration is only one decision. You also need skin-safe materials, the right size, readable art, and a quantity plan.<\/p>\n<p>Shop: <a href=\"\/custom-novelties-giveaways\/stickers-tattoos-wristbands\/temporary-tattoos\">custom temporary tattoos<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"\/custom-novelties-giveaways\/stickers-tattoos-wristbands\">stickers &amp; tattoos category<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"\/custom-stickers\/\">custom stickers<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"\/custom-wristbands\/\">custom wristbands<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"\/custom-novelties-giveaways\/\">novelties &amp; giveaways<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Buyer problem<\/h2>\n<p>Event marketers love temporary tattoos because they are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cheap per impression<\/li>\n<li>Fun (people apply them on-site)<\/li>\n<li>Photogenic for social content<\/li>\n<li>Easy to ship in bulk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>They fail when art is too tiny, adhesives irritate skin, or the team under-orders for a booth rush. Treat tattoos like any other promo SKU: specs, testing, and logistics.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>How long temporary tattoos last (by type)<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Type<\/th>\n<th>Typical wear time<\/th>\n<th>Best for<\/th>\n<th>Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Water-transfer paper tattoos<\/strong> (most custom promo)<\/td>\n<td><strong>3\u20137 days<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Events, brands, kids zones<\/td>\n<td>Duration varies with care<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Metallic \/ foil festival tattoos<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2\u20135 days<\/td>\n<td>Nightlife, VIP<\/td>\n<td>Accent look; less \u201clogo crisp\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Airbrush tattoos<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>5\u201310 days (variable)<\/td>\n<td>Fairs, live artists<\/td>\n<td>Needs on-site artist<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Henna \/ jagua<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>1\u20133 weeks (stain)<\/td>\n<td>Cultural\/festival<\/td>\n<td>Not a printed sticker; different regs\/expectations<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>High-end multi-day \u201ctemp ink\u201d systems<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Up to ~1\u20132 weeks claims<\/td>\n<td>Special activations<\/td>\n<td>Verify brand claims + patch test<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>What shortens wear time<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Hot showers and scrubbing<\/li>\n<li>Chlorine and ocean water<\/li>\n<li>Heavy sweat (races, dancing)<\/li>\n<li>Applying over lotion, sunscreen, or hair<\/li>\n<li>Friction from clothing straps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What extends wear time<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Clean, dry, hair-minimal skin<\/li>\n<li>Firm application + full dry time before clothing<\/li>\n<li>Light dusting of setting powder (optional)<\/li>\n<li>Patting dry after water exposure<\/li>\n<li>Avoiding oils on the design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Custom temporary tattoos as promotional products<\/h2>\n<h3>High-performing use cases<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Use case<\/th>\n<th>Design idea<\/th>\n<th>Distribution tip<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Race \/ 5K<\/td>\n<td>Bib number style logo + year<\/td>\n<td>Give at packet pickup<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Concert \/ tour<\/td>\n<td>Icon + date city<\/td>\n<td>VIP upgrade sheets<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Trade show<\/td>\n<td>Logo + QR to demo<\/td>\n<td>Apply station at booth<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Nonprofit walk<\/td>\n<td>Awareness ribbon + donate QR<\/td>\n<td>Kids table + adult sizes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Product launch<\/td>\n<td>Mini product silhouette<\/td>\n<td>Influencer PR kits<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Campus orientation<\/td>\n<td>Mascot mark<\/td>\n<td>Residence hall move-in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Pair with <a href=\"\/custom-wristbands\/\">custom wristbands<\/a> for access control and <a href=\"\/custom-stickers\/\">custom stickers<\/a> for bags\/laptops.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Skin safety &amp; compliance basics (buyer checklist)<\/h2>\n<p>You are putting adhesive and inks near skin. Ask vendors:<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Question<\/th>\n<th>Why it matters<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Are inks cosmetic-grade \/ skin-safe for temporary tattoos?<\/td>\n<td>Reduces irritation risk<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Made in facilities following relevant safety practices?<\/td>\n<td>Consistency<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Latex-free?<\/td>\n<td>Common allergy concern<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Suitable for children? Age guidance?<\/td>\n<td>Family events<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Lot testing \/ COA available on request?<\/td>\n<td>Larger brand programs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Removal method?<\/td>\n<td>Alcohol, baby oil, soap\u2014list on insert<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Always patch-test<\/strong> a new vendor on a few staffers before a 10,000-piece festival order. Swagify and reputable promo suppliers should be able to discuss materials\u2014ask before you print.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> This is general buyer guidance, not medical advice. Anyone with sensitive skin should discontinue use if irritation occurs.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Duration expectations you should print on packaging<\/h2>\n<p>Set expectations so attendees don\u2019t think it\u2019s defective on day 4:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cWear time typically 3\u20137 days depending on skin and activity. Not a permanent tattoo.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>That one sentence reduces booth complaints.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>How custom temporary tattoos are made (production method)<\/h2>\n<p>Promo temporary tattoos are not \u201cprinted like a t-shirt.\u201d They are manufactured as <strong>skin-safe water-transfer decals<\/strong>. Knowing the production method helps you set artwork expectations and MOQs.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Production approach<\/th>\n<th>What it means for buyers<\/th>\n<th>Best when<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Digital full-color print<\/strong> (common for custom short runs)<\/td>\n<td>Photo logos, gradients, and QR codes print well; setup is lighter than screen<\/td>\n<td>Events under a few thousand pieces, multi-color brands<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Flexographic \/ traditional print<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Efficient for large identical runs; color matching is strong once plates\/setup exist<\/td>\n<td>High-volume festivals, national campaigns<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Metallic \/ specialty layers<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Foil look for VIP kits; usually fewer fine details<\/td>\n<td>Nightlife, premium guest gifts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>On-site airbrush<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Artist applies live; not a shipped SKU<\/td>\n<td>Fairs and experiential booths with staffing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Decoration recommendation (buyer rule of thumb)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Brand logo + QR \/ campaign mark for giveaways:<\/strong> order <strong>custom water-transfer temporary tattoos<\/strong> in full color (digital or flexo depending on quantity).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Need the mark on apparel too:<\/strong> pair tattoos with <a href=\"\/custom-apparel\/t-shirts\">custom t-shirts<\/a> using screen print or DTF for the same vector logo\u2014do not expect tattoo art files alone to be press-ready for garments without a decorator check.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Access control + skin fun:<\/strong> tattoos for play, <a href=\"\/custom-wristbands\/\">custom wristbands<\/a> for entry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ask the supplier: ink\/adhesive skin-safety statement, recommended wear-time copy, and whether sheets are kiss-cut for booth speed.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Artwork &amp; size specs for custom tattoos<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Spec<\/th>\n<th>Recommendation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Preferred art<\/td>\n<td>Vector (AI\/EPS\/PDF) + PNG preview<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Raster minimum<\/td>\n<td>300 DPI at actual size<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Common individual sizes<\/td>\n<td>1&#8243; \u00d7 1&#8243; up to 3&#8243; \u00d7 3&#8243; (sheets vary)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Logo tattoos<\/td>\n<td>1.5\u20132.5&#8243; wide for readability<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tiny text<\/td>\n<td>Avoid under ~6\u20138 pt equivalent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Background<\/td>\n<td>Transparent; designs usually printed on clear carrier look<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Colors<\/td>\n<td>Full color available on most custom promo tattoos<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Safe zone<\/td>\n<td>Keep critical art inside trim; ask for template<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>QR codes<\/td>\n<td>Test scan at final printed size (often \u2265 0.8\u20131.0&#8243;)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Sheet layout planning<\/h3>\n<p>Vendors often print multiple tattoos per sheet. Ask:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How many designs per sheet?<\/li>\n<li>Can you mix logos?<\/li>\n<li>Kiss-cut vs need scissors?<\/li>\n<li>Individual bags vs bulk sheets for booth speed?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For booths, <strong>individually cut pieces<\/strong> or easy-tear sheets speed distribution.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Application station playbook (events)<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Set a clean table with mirrors.<\/li>\n<li>Provide water sponges \/ spray bottles (follow vendor instructions).<\/li>\n<li>Show a 20-second apply demo on a poster.<\/li>\n<li>Offer alcohol wipes for skin prep (let dry).<\/li>\n<li>Have remover on hand for mistakes.<\/li>\n<li>Staff with two people during peak times.<\/li>\n<li>Capture photo content (permissioned) for social proof.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Apply steps (typical water-transfer):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Skin clean and dry  <\/li>\n<li>Peel clear cover if present (follow product)  <\/li>\n<li>Place image face down  <\/li>\n<li>Wet thoroughly  <\/li>\n<li>Wait vendor-stated seconds  <\/li>\n<li>Slide paper off  <\/li>\n<li>Air dry fully before touching  <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>MOQ, turnaround, and cost drivers (typical industry ranges)<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Factor<\/th>\n<th>Typical industry note<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Minimum order<\/td>\n<td>Often <strong>100+<\/strong> pieces\/sheets depending on vendor\/process<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Unit cost<\/td>\n<td>Drops sharply from 100 \u2192 500 \u2192 1,000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Setup \/ plate<\/td>\n<td>Some processes have setup; digital varies<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Standard production<\/td>\n<td>Often <strong>5\u201310+ business days<\/strong> after art approval<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Rush<\/td>\n<td>Possible with fees; plan around event freight<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Cost drivers<\/td>\n<td>Size, full color coverage, individual bagging, special shapes, rush<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Not a live Swagify quote\u2014confirm current minimums on the product page: <a href=\"\/custom-novelties-giveaways\/stickers-tattoos-wristbands\/temporary-tattoos\">temporary tattoos<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Comparing tattoos vs other skin-adjacent giveaways<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Product<\/th>\n<th>Wear \/ use length<\/th>\n<th>Mess factor<\/th>\n<th>Best role<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Temporary tattoos<\/td>\n<td>Days<\/td>\n<td>Low<\/td>\n<td>Fun brand mark on skin<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wristbands<\/td>\n<td>Event duration<\/td>\n<td>None<\/td>\n<td>Access + awareness color<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Stickers<\/td>\n<td>Months on bottles<\/td>\n<td>None<\/td>\n<td>Lasting takeaway<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Face gems \/ metallics<\/td>\n<td>Night<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>Nightlife VIP<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Permanent marker stamps<\/td>\n<td>Hours<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>Not brand-safe<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Many campaigns use <strong>tattoo + sticker + wristband<\/strong> together for different jobs.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Design ideas that photograph well<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Bold one-color logos for dark clothing contrast in photos<\/li>\n<li>Metallic inks for evening events (if offered)<\/li>\n<li>Mini series (collect all 4 tour cities)<\/li>\n<li>\u201cScratch\u201d reveal under a second layer (specialty\u2014ask vendor)<\/li>\n<li>Matching tattoo + <a href=\"\/custom-stickers\/\">sticker<\/a> for kit cohesion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Avoid thin script logos; they break up on skin texture.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Care &amp; removal FAQ inserts (copy\/paste)<\/h2>\n<p><strong>To make it last longer:<\/strong> Avoid scrubbing; dab dry after swimming; skip oil-based lotions on top.<\/p>\n<p><strong>To remove:<\/strong> Saturate with baby oil, makeup remover, or rubbing alcohol; wipe gently; wash with soap.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Common ordering mistakes<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>QR codes too small to scan on skin<\/li>\n<li>Ordering 200 for a 2,000-person festival booth<\/li>\n<li>Dark navy art on tattoos worn against dark clothing (invisible in photos)<\/li>\n<li>No kids vs adult size mix<\/li>\n<li>Skipping a material question for a children\u2019s hospital event<\/li>\n<li>Shipping to the venue without a receiving contact<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Decision guide<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Need 1-day fun? \u2192 Standard water-transfer is enough.  <\/li>\n<li>Need week-long conference presence? \u2192 Tell wearers how to baby the tattoo; offer replacements midweek.  <\/li>\n<li>Need access control? \u2192 Wristbands, not tattoos.  <\/li>\n<li>Need lasting brand in the office? \u2192 Stickers + apparel beat skin graphics.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>FAQ (People Also Ask)<\/h2>\n<h3>How long does a temporary tattoo last?<\/h3>\n<p>Typically <strong>3\u20137 days<\/strong> for common water-transfer tattoos, with wide variance based on care and placement.<\/p>\n<h3>Do temporary tattoos work in water?<\/h3>\n<p>They survive some water exposure but fade faster with swimming and heavy washing.<\/p>\n<h3>Are custom temporary tattoos safe?<\/h3>\n<p>Reputable promo tattoos use skin-appropriate materials; always confirm with the supplier and patch-test, especially for kids\u2019 events.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I put a QR code on a temporary tattoo?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes\u2014if printed large enough to scan. Test a proof.<\/p>\n<h3>What\u2019s the minimum order for custom temporary tattoos?<\/h3>\n<p>Often around <strong>100+<\/strong>, but check the live product for current MOQs.<\/p>\n<h3>Temporary tattoos vs stickers for booth giveaways?<\/h3>\n<p>Tattoos drive playful engagement; stickers last longer on bottles and laptops. Many brands order both.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Bottom line<\/h2>\n<p>Plan on <strong>3\u20137 days<\/strong> of wear for standard custom temporary tattoos, set that expectation in your copy, and buy them like a real promo product\u2014safe materials, scannable art, enough quantity, and a clean apply station.<\/p>\n<p>Order custom runs via <a href=\"\/custom-novelties-giveaways\/stickers-tattoos-wristbands\/temporary-tattoos\">temporary tattoos<\/a>, and round out the activation with <a href=\"\/custom-stickers\/\">custom stickers<\/a> and <a href=\"\/custom-wristbands\/\">custom wristbands<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Placement on the body: longevity ranking<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Placement<\/th>\n<th>Longevity tendency<\/th>\n<th>Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Outer upper arm<\/td>\n<td>Better<\/td>\n<td>Less friction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Shoulder \/ upper back<\/td>\n<td>Better<\/td>\n<td>Popular for photos<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wrist (outer)<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>Watch strap friction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hand \/ fingers<\/td>\n<td>Poor<\/td>\n<td>Constant washing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Foot \/ ankle<\/td>\n<td>Poor\u2013medium<\/td>\n<td>Shoes and sweat<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ribs \/ side<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>Clothing rub<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>For logos you want to last the weekend, prefer <strong>upper arm or shoulder<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Sample event quantity math<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Attendance<\/th>\n<th>Tattoo plan<\/th>\n<th>Reasoning<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>300 walkers<\/td>\n<td>400\u2013450 pcs<\/td>\n<td>Spares + kids + losses<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1,000 festival<\/td>\n<td>1,200\u20131,500<\/td>\n<td>Peak booth grabs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>50 VIP kits<\/td>\n<td>50 sheets \u00d7 multi-tattoo<\/td>\n<td>Premium packaging<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Trade show 2-day<\/td>\n<td>750\u20131,000<\/td>\n<td>Staff + visitors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Leftovers become next-year early-bird perks or classroom donations (if messaging stays relevant).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Packaging upgrades worth the fee<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Individual clear bags (hygiene + premium feel)<\/li>\n<li>Instructions card with remove\/care<\/li>\n<li>Branded header card for hanging displays<\/li>\n<li>Matte black backer for metallic tattoos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These details matter when tattoos are in influencer PR mailers versus tossed from a bucket.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Wholesale vs retail novelty tattoos<\/h2>\n<p>Retail blister-pack tattoos are not the same as <strong>custom promo tattoos<\/strong>. Custom runs let you control:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Brand colors (PMS-matching within print limits)<\/li>\n<li>Exact size<\/li>\n<li>Sheet layout<\/li>\n<li>Packaging<\/li>\n<li>Claims and instructions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don\u2019t buy random retail stock for a regulated kids\u2019 hospital event without checking ingredients and packaging language.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Integrating tattoos into a full activation kit<\/h2>\n<p>Example booth kit (per visitor):<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Temporary tattoo  <\/li>\n<li>Kiss-cut logo sticker  <\/li>\n<li>Recyclable tote or sample  <\/li>\n<li>QR to book a demo  <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The tattoo creates the playful moment; the sticker remains on a laptop after the tattoo washes off. That one-two sequence is why tattoos still earn a line item in serious promo budgets.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Photo and social guidelines<\/h2>\n<p>If you photograph attendees\u2019 tattoos for brand channels, post signage about photo use or collect quick releases for close-ups. 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