Tiger Tattoos

The Jungle King: Tiger Temporary Tattoos

Courage. Ferocity. Stealth.
You don’t roar for attention. You stalk.
You want a symbol of raw power that commands respect.
You are looking for a tiger temporary tattoo.

This is the apex predator of the tattoo world.
You want a fake tiger tattoo prowling down your arm? We have them.
You want a japanese tiger fighting a dragon? We have those too.
You want the eye of the tiger staring from your forearm? Done.

We are Australia’s local experts. We ship from Brisbane.
We don’t drop-ship. We pack it here.
Express takes 1-4 days. Standard takes 3-7 days.
Spend $50? I pay the shipping.

The Reality Check.

Tigers are defined by their stripes.
This pattern is nature’s perfect camouflage, but on skin, it acts as high-contrast art.
Visual Technique:
A bad tiger tattoo looks like a cartoon cat.
A good tiger tattoo relies on the density of the black stripes against the orange fur (or skin tone).
Symbolism:
The tiger represents the predator. It is the force of nature that cannot be tamed.
In Asia, it is the King of Beasts (not the Lion).
It represents courage in the face of fear.

The History: East vs. West

The tiger means different things in different hemispheres.

Asian Tradition (The Guardian)
In China and Japan, the tiger is a celestial guardian.
It controls the wind. It protects the dead.
The Japanese tiger is often depicted fighting a Dragon.
This isn’t good vs. evil. It is matter (Tiger) vs. spirit (Dragon).
It represents the balance of the universe.
Wearing a Japanese style tiger connects you to this ancient philosophy.

Western Tradition (The Traditional)
In the West, the tiger is a symbol of colonial exoticism and raw power.
The “Traditional” (Old School) tiger head is fierce. Mouth open. Fangs dripping.
It is a symbol of aggression and resilience.
It says “I am a fighter.”

Styles: Japanese, Traditional, and Realism

Tigers are versatile. Choose your fight.

The Japanese Tiger
Flowing. Stylized.
Usually surrounded by wind bars or bamboo.
The body is long and snake-like.
It wraps around the limb.
This style looks best as a large sleeve or back piece.

The Traditional Head
Bold lines. Flat color.
The tiger head is usually facing forward or ¾ profile.
It is a “sticker” style design.
It looks incredible on the chest or the hand.

Realistic Portrait
This focuses on the eye of the tiger.
The intensity of the gaze. The wetness of the nose. The individual whiskers.
This is ferocious intimacy.
It looks like a photograph.

Sticker vs. Semi-Permanent (Tiger Edition)

Option 1: Standard Ink (The Orange Choice)
Pros: You need the orange.
A tiger without orange is a ghost.
Standard ink captures the vibrant fur color and the pink of the tongue.
It also allows for white highlights in the eyes and teeth.
Cons: Sits on top.
Best for: Japanese and Traditional styles where color is essential.

Option 2: Semi-Permanent (The White Tiger Choice)
Pros: Sinks into the skin.
It creates a matte, dark navy-black stain.
Since there is no white ink, the “white” parts of the tiger become your skin tone.
It looks like a “White Tiger” or a black-and-grey sketch.
Cons: No orange. Strictly monochrome.
Best for: Realistic portraits and black-and-grey sleeves.

Placement: The Stalking Zones

Tigers need to move.

The Forearm (The Prowl)
A tiger walking down the forearm towards the hand.
It looks like it is stalking prey.
Every time you reach for something, the tiger moves.

The Chest
Two tiger heads facing each other on the chest.
This is classic symmetry.
It represents conflict and balance.

The Back
A Japanese tiger climbing up the back.
It symbolizes rising above challenges.
This requires a large sheet. Ask a friend for help.

Application: Handling the Stripes

Tiger stripes are intricate.
If you stretch the tattoo, the stripes warp.

The Protocol:

1. Shave: Essential. Orange ink over dark arm hair looks muddy.
   • Shaving makes the orange pop.
2. Relax: Apply while the muscle is relaxed.
   • If you apply a tiger face to a flexed bicep, it will look squashed when you relax.
3. Powder: Standard ink tigers can look shiny.
   • Real fur is matte.
   • Use translucent powder to kill the shine.
   • It makes the black stripes look like velvet.

Which Ink is Right For You?

Bright Orange?
Need the jungle colors? Stay here. Go to [Temporary Tattoos].

Black & Grey?
Want a moody, shadowed predator that lasts 2 weeks? Go to [Semi-Permanent Tattoos].

Your Own Photo?
Have a photo of a tiger you love? Go to [Custom Tattoos]. Upload it.

Safety & Hygiene

You want a fierce look, not a fierce reaction.
We use cosmetic grade materials.

Here is the compliance list:
Supplier documentation includes CE, ASTM, MSDS, RoHS, REACH/SVHC, CPSIA/EN71, CPNP/SCNP, ISO9001 and FDA-related compliance information.

Safe for skin. Non-toxic.

FAQ: Tiger Symbolism

Q: What does the “Eye of the Tiger” mean?
Focus.
It gained fame from the “Rocky” movies.
It represents the thrill of the fight.
Wearing the eyes on your forearm is a reminder to stay focused on your goals.

Q: Can I wear it to the gym?
Yes.
Tigers belong in the gym.
Standard: Sweat might make it slippery. Powder it before your workout.
Semi-Perm: Totally sweat-proof. Train as hard as you want.

Q: Do you have white tigers?
In Standard Ink, we use white pigment to create the white tiger look.
In Semi-Permanent, the “white” is just your negative skin space.
Both look cool, but different.

Look below. Find your courage.
Japanese flows. Traditional heads. Predator eyes.
Get the tiger temporary tattoo that earns your stripes.