Get inked without the commitment with the 5 best temporary tattoos in Melbourne
A tattoo is a lifelong commitment. That’s why if you’re not 100% certain, either you sleep on it for a few days or test it out first with a temporary alternative.
Getting a temporary tattoo in Melbourne is the most fitting option. You can go crazy with the design and experiment with placements. And if you’re not happy with the results, it’ll just disappear in a few days — weeks at most.
So, if you’re gearing up for a test drive, here are the shops that can provide high-quality and realistic designs!
How much do temporary tattoos cost in Melbourne?
Temporary tattoos in Melbourne start from a few dollars to approximately $30, depending on the quantity, size, and design.
1. Amazing Raymond Temporary Tattoos
Business hours: Monday to Friday, 3–5:30 PM
Amazing Raymond offers Australian-made, skin-safe, water-transfer temporary tattoos. Their shop is online-based and is well-known in Melbourne.
Their design catalogue is pretty diverse, ranging from Viking tattoos, henna, geometric designs, and so much more. They’ve even produced temporary tattoos for film and TV.
They do custom designs as well, which makes them a reliable provider for clubs, events, and anyone who needs to order in bulk.
What I loved the most about their service is the fast turnaround. They do same-day printing, and they ship it right away.
They can even do express orders with free shipping!
The tattoos are of high quality and long-lasting. Just keep in mind that durability depends on your aftercare.
Fast
“Raymond was very prompt with his communication and service. I inquired on a Wednesday, ordered on Thurs, and they immediately shipped out my temp tattoos the following day. The tattoos are lovely and exactly how I expected them.”
– Gizelle Faye Bunagan, Google Reviews
Would rate them 6/5 if I could!
“I gave Amazing Raymond a call and they were super friendly and incredibly helpful! They genuinely wanted to help me out, and not rip me off. It was incredible service too, not only did my custom tatts arrive lightning fast, but included in the package were some bonus tatts, application wipes, and comprehensive instructions on how to apply! I honestly do not know what Amazing Raymond could have done better.”
– Alfred Le, Google Reviews
2. We Love Face Painting
Address: 18 Grey St, St Kilda VIC
Phone: +61412144015
We Love Face Painting may not be a store, but they offer temporary/airbrush tattoos as part of their services. If you’re hosting a festival, a party, or a corporate event, they’ll send someone out.
Their services include airbrush temporary tattoos, glitter art, face painting, and more. They’re most popular with kids’ parties, serving as an interactive and interesting activity for the children.
They do full event packages, and one part of it is creating custom designs or stencils. If you have something specific in mind, you are free to send them reference images.
You don’t have to worry about safety because they’re fully licensed and they use non-toxic materials.
Honestly, the best in Melbourne!
“They’re so dynamic and full of energy — face painting is truly their thing. I absolutely love it. The experience Shelly brings is amazing. I didn’t know I was getting what I got and I loved it. I just needed to give her an idea, and she ran with it. Highly recommend!”
– Mark English, Google Reviews
Will definitely be back
“Had my Halloween face painting done here and honestly couldn’t recommend it enough. It’s way more than just your usual scary Halloween stuff. It’s all fun, really original ideas, and they make sure you walk away looking awesome.”
– Duane, Google Reviews
3. Costume Wonderland
Address: 911 Nepean Hwy, Bentleigh VIC
Phone: +61395570333
Business hours: Monday, Wednesday to Saturday, 10 AM–4 PM
Costume Wonderland is a shop in Melbourne offering costumes for hire and sale, plus a full suite of accessories, including temporary tattoos.
On their online shop, they have a list of about 40 designs, including stick-on glitter tattoo stickers, face/body decorations, pirate-themed sheets, and more.
Their temporary tattoos are mostly premade transfer/sticker style or FX-style sheets. Just pick a design, check out, and apply it yourself.
These stickers are more affordable and available in various sizes.
Overall, Costume Wonderland is a reliable choice for last-minute or urgent needs since they have both an online and physical store. Just note that these tattoos are pre-made, and they’re not a suitable option if you need a custom design.
The staff here are so lovely and friendly!
“Very helpful. They have such a wide selection of costumes to hire and i believe anything you want to be, they have! My partner rented the Chewbacca costume for Comic-Con and it was amazing! will be coming back in the future.”
– Chelsea Rose, Google Reviews
Best in the Business
“Forget Temu, online costume & the like where you have to wait and hope the quality is any good and then if it will even fit when it arrives. The beauty about Costume Wonderland is that the staff are amazing (Sophie is a star and made my experience so fun & enjoyable) and the variety and selection to mix and match is massive, which means you’re guaranteed to leave satisfied and ready to party.”
– Darian Szyszka, Google Reviews
4. Henna Design by Hafsah
Address: 1 Emerald Terrace, Werribee VIC
Phone: +61413221995
Business hours: Monday to Sunday, 6 AM–11 PM
Hafsah is a professional Henna artist offering beautiful henna art for various locations. You can visit her studio, or she can do on-location work.
Booking in advance is highly recommended, especially for important events like weddings and parties. For Hafsah, booking at least two weeks ahead is ideal for big jobs.
Her services include bridal henna, party & event henna, and custom work inspired by the client’s preference. She’s also available for cultural celebrations like Eid and Diwali.
Most importantly, they use 100% plant-based henna paste, which is safe and high-quality. Her henna tattoos will last approximately 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the aftercare.
In my experience, apart from the stunning work, they’re very mindful and focused on their work, and the hygiene is commendable!
Highly recommended
“I had Sharmin do my Mehendi for my engagement party and she was fantastic. I went to her house and she was so accommodating and kind. Her work speaks for itself. She is patient, takes her time and ensures I am happy with the design every step of the way. Her artwork and talent are fantastic. I love it!”
– Lily Hockey, Google Reviews
100% recommend them!
“I booked Henna Design by Hafsah for my brother’s mehndi celebration and couldn’t be happier with the service they provided! Sharmin and another artist both did an absolutely stunning job with their henna designs for all of the guests and everyone was very happy! They were very professional – easy to communicate with, arrived early to set everything up (and their setup decorations are gorgeous – the kids especially loved the lollies they had!), and were thankfully able to stay for a bit longer than originally booked as we had a few more guests than expected. Thank you for such beautiful work that lasted for well over a week, would definitely book the team again and 100% recommend them!”
– Gurleen Singh, Google Reviews
5. Creative Costumes
Address: Unit 12/6/14 Wells Rd, Oakleigh
Phone: +61395336393
Business hours:
- Monday to Friday, 9 AM–4:30 PM
- Saturday, 10 AM–3 PM
Creative Costumes is a popular costume retailer in Melbourne with both an online shop and a big physical store in Oakleigh. Anything from costumes and accessories to makeup—they have it.
When it comes to temporary tattoos, they have a wide range of products in stock, including realistic 3-piece sleeve sets, movie-style kits, horror FX wounds, and more.
Some of their designs are even used in films and TV!
Along with the tattoos, Creative Costumes is set up for costume coordination. Pair these temporary tattoos with wigs, masks, and other props — saves time when you’re building a whole look.
But as expected from a retail shop, their temporary tattoo products are ready-made, and they don’t offer custom designs.
5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Fabulous experience dealing with Creative Costumes. I ordered late on a Sunday evening and received my parcel (interstate) early Wednesday morning. Costume was true to size, high quality and great value for money.”
– Amanda JSB, Google Reviews
Thank you so much for your help
“My daughter at the last minute decided to do Halloween as a black plague doctor. Creative costumes seemed to be the only place with a mask currently available, but they were on the other side of town, and Jade was so helpful & organised a same-day courier to get the mask to me. Customer Service that goes above and beyond & great quality products, would definitely recommend to everyone I know!”
– Natalie Petrie, Google Reviews