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Old School Tiger Tattoo Makeup/Body Paint Tutorial

by Madeyewlook

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Difficulty
Intermediate
Length
4:39
Views
324,915
Published
Mar 2016

What this video covers

This tutorial from Madeyewlook walks viewers through recreating an old school traditional tattoo tiger design using body and face paints. The look is inspired by a real tattoo reference from artist Valerie Vargas, translating classic tattoo linework and bold color fills into wearable makeup. At just five minutes, the tutorial moves at a confident pace, showcasing how professional-grade body paints can mimic the bold outlines and saturated palette of vintage tattoo art.

Key takeaways

  • Uses a combination of Graftobian Pro Paint and Mehron Paradise Paint to achieve rich, tattoo-style color
  • Design is based on a real old school tiger tattoo reference by artist Valerie Vargas
  • Bold line work is a key technique for selling the traditional tattoo illusion
  • Creator links to a separate body paint removal tutorial, emphasizing proper skincare aftercare
  • Pairs well with the channel's other tattoo-inspired makeup tutorials

Who this is for

Makeup enthusiasts and Halloween costume planners who want to create a striking, tattoo-inspired full body paint look with a classic vintage aesthetic.

Tools mentioned

  • MadeULook Night Owl Eyeliner
  • makeup brushes

Materials mentioned

  • Graftobian Pro Paint (red, white, black, yellow)
  • Mehron Paradise Paint (foxy, pink, lime green)
  • Sugarpill Eyeshadows

⚠ Safety notes

Creator references a separate makeup and body paint removal tutorial, suggesting proper removal technique is important when using these products on skin.

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