Make sure the area is clean and free of oils, lotions, or makeup. Remove the plastic film from the front and place it on your skin, design side down. Press a damp cloth firmly over the back and hold for about 30 seconds — make sure the paper is fully saturated before peeling it off. You can apply the full sheet or cut out individual designs.
Typically 2–5 days depending on placement and care. Tattoos last longer on areas that don't get a lot of rubbing, bending, or washing — outer arm will outlast your hand, for example. Avoid touching it more than you need to and it'll stick around longer. Nothing in nature lasts forever — but you can always reapply.
Rub gently with a cloth soaked in rubbing alcohol, or apply any oil (coconut oil works great), let it sit for 30 seconds, and wipe away. A warm shower beforehand helps soften things up.
Yes. They're water-resistant, so showers are fine — just pat dry instead of rubbing. Swimming works too, but oily sunscreens and lotions can break them down faster.
Yes. Our tattoos are non-toxic and safe for kids. They're a great way to get younger nature lovers excited about the species around them.
Absolutely — they work great for birthdays, weddings, outdoor events, or anywhere people want something fun and memorable. If you're looking to order in bulk, reach out through our contact page.
We don't offer custom orders right now, but we love hearing ideas. Share yours with us — it might inspire a future design.
Tag us on Instagram @naturetats and use #naturetats. We love seeing them in the wild.
All artwork is designed by artist and founder Allison Wilcoxen in Austin, Texas. The tattoos are printed in the US, and even our tags are produced locally.
Yes. Our materials are FDA-approved as non-toxic and approved for cosmetic use. They're test annually and meet or exceed regulations in the US, Canada, and Europe.
Our tattoos are generally safe for all skin types, but if you have particularly sensitive skin, try a small patch test first.
Never. We're a 1% For The Planet member — protecting wildlife is kind of our whole thing.
Our tattoos use ingredients commonly found in cosmetic products.
Regular: Acrylates/VA/Vinyl Neodecanoate Copolymer
May contain: Black 2 (CI 77266), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Heat and humidity can affect the adhesive over time.
Shipping is calculated at checkout based on your location and order size. We primarily ship via USPS First Class within the US.
We process orders within 2–3 business days, sometimes longer during busy seasons. Once shipped, estimated delivery is 3–7 business days within the US and 1–4 weeks for international mail. These are estimates — actual timing depends on the carrier, weather, holidays and things beyond our control. If you need something by a specific date, reach out and we'll do our best.
Yes. International shipping times vary by location and time of year. Buyers are responsible for any customs duties or import taxes — we don't have control over those, and they vary by country.
Our standard shipping method through USPS First Class does not include tracking. If tracking is important to you, select Priority Mail or Ground Advantage at checkout.
Most orders are sent through the mail – check with the rest of your mail for a basic white or brown envelope.
If it's been more than 10 business days (US) or 30 days (international) since your order was placed, contact us and we'll look into it.
We accept returns of unused, unopened tattoos in their original packaged condition. Contact us within 14 days of delivery to start a return, and mail items back within 21 days. Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. Refunds are issued to the original payment method, minus original shipping fees. We don't accept returns on used tattoos.
We don't offer exchanges, but if something's wrong with your order, contact us and we'll figure it out. Once an order is placed, cancellations may not be possible since we try to get things out the door quickly — but reach out as soon as you can and we'll cancel if the order is still in our possession.
Send us a photo within 7 days of delivery and we'll make it right. Every order is checked before it ships, but if something slipped through, we want to fix it.
