Professional and affordable face painting, air brushing, and balloon artists serving the St Louis area

Face paint vs. Temporary Tattoos

Face paint vs. temporary tattoos

When deciding between face painting and airbrushing, consider the key differences. Face painting is a fun, temporary option that can be easily washed off with water and soap, making it ideal for events where a quick, vibrant design is needed for the day. It's particularly popular with children and can be applied directly to the face. On the other hand, airbrushed temporary tattoos last longer, typically 5-7 days, and offer a more durable option for body art. However, they cannot be applied to the face, which limits their placement to the body. Choose face painting for short-term, versatile designs and airbrushing for longer-lasting, body-specific art.


Face Painting



  • Temporary - will wear off or wash off with soap and water
  • Takes 2-5 minutes to apply, depending on design.
  • 10-12 customers can be served per hour.
  • Can be applied to face, arms, hands.
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  • $120/hr


Temporary Tattoos



  • Less temporary - will wash off with alcohol, or will wash off naturally in 5-7 days.
  • Takes 1-3 minutes to apply, depending on design.
  • 15-20 customers can be served per hour.
  • Can be placed on arm, hand, legs.
  • $150/hr


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