With a small tattoo, you can create a big effect with little effort. It's the subtle aesthetics, the various placement options and, of course, the personal meaning that make a small tattoo so effective.
Is a small tattoo right for you? Find out now what is possible and which mini motif might suit you!
What makes small tattoos with meaning so special?
They are discreet but carry a deep symbolic meaning. Maybe you just want your tattoo to reflect your personality? Whatever it is, your small tattoo is the perfect introduction to the world of body jewelry. Many of you may know the queasy feeling in your stomach before the blood kisses the ink for the first time. How does it feel? How painful will it be?
A mini tattoo is a good option for finding answers to these questions. If you opt for the XL motif straight away, you'll be tied to the chair for hours. A small, aesthetic and discreet tattoo is quicker.
What types of mini tattoos are there?
The agony of choice makes the decision for your new small tattoo anything but easy. Whether it's a single lettering, a lifeline or a butterfly - when you're looking for the right motif, listen to your inner voice. Your tiny tattoo represents you, your wishes and your dreams.
We reveal some of the most popular motifs that are particularly popular:
- Small tattoo during pregnancy: Whether it's a heart, the heartbeat line or simply a shamrock - a mini tattoo will forever remind you of the special things you experienced during this time.
- Small tattoo with meaning for the family: The infinity symbol, a small lettering or your initials - there are many beautiful small tattoos for families that will always remind you of each other.
- Small tattoos with meaning for the wrist: They are small, aesthetic and remind you of their very personal meaning every time you look at them.
- Small tattoos behind the ear: Delicate and meaningful jewelry that accentuates the special spot behind your ear.
- Small tattoos with meaning for your friendship: Whether an infinity symbol or a very special motif for you and someone close to you - mini tattoos show your bond.
You can find mini tattoos in countless variations, from fonts symbols of the infinity up to a heartthat expresses your love for a particular person or animal. The special meaning is what makes your small tattoo a personal highlight.
What do you need to consider with a small tattoo?
Before you decide on a small tattoo, there are a few points to consider. Compared to large tattoos, small designs can fade more quickly. This happens particularly often if you choose an area that is exposed to frequent friction.
Also think carefully about where you want to place your mini tattoo. Some places, such as fingers or toes, cause the symbols to fade more quickly due to constant friction. The first step, however, is to choose the right tattoo artist. At first glance, a tiny butterfly looks easy to engrave, but the challenge is actually greater than expected.
With finer tattoos, precision and attention to detail are essential to ensure that the symbol is really convincing in the end. Many tattoo artists don't have the confidence to do this. Mistakes are much harder to correct with such delicate motifs than with a large image that relies on all-over colors and bold lines.
What alternatives are there?
Can't find a suitable tattoo artist or want to reinvent yourself again and again? minink offers a wide selection of temporary mini tattoos that adapt to you and your wishes. Dermatest-certified and with that special touch of aesthetics, the tiny pieces of jewelry harmonize perfectly with your character and personality.
The large selection of designs makes it easy for you to express your mood with a special highlight. And if you rediscover yourself and your style, simply change your temporary tattoo again.
The best design ideas for your new mini tattoo
So many designs and so many options to choose from. Thanks to temporary tattoos, you have the chance to reinvent your style again and again. What suits you? What do you feel like today? We reveal the most popular motif ideas that emphasize you and your uniqueness.
Floral motifs for a floral aesthetic
They are versatile and have different meanings. Flowers stand for beauty, nature and often also for love. Each flower has its own personal message. The rose stands for love, the lotus flower for purity.
The compass as a symbol of guidance
With the compass you signal your willingness to lead. It is a popular motif for adventurous travelers and people who are convinced that their life follows a certain direction.
The snake gives you the courage to interpret
It is mysterious and has various meanings. One snake tattoo can stand for health, healing and protection or mean temptation, as in many biblical stories. In any case, only you know the true meaning of your chosen motif.
The star can symbolize your dreams
Stars stand for hope, orientation and sometimes also for very specific dreams. They can show you a light in the darkness and are often used as a sign of a worthwhile goal.
The rose gives you room to unfold
It stands for honour, beauty and love, but can also symbolize pain due to its thorns. The rose is considered the queen of flowers and is one of the most popular mini tattoo motifs of all.
The feather as an expression of your spirit
In many cultures feathers are a symbol of freedom, willingness to travel and mental clarity. However, they can also stand as a reminder of people who are no longer among the living. Indigenous peoples see feathers as a message from the spirit world. Mystical and significant at the same time, the feather adorns numerous parts of the body as a mini tattoo.
The wing takes you to other spheres
As a symbol of leisure, protection and the desire to fly, feathers are wings are very popular in tattoo art. They represent angelic beings or the freedom of your own spirit. A wing tattoo can remind you of challenges that have given you wings.
The wave as a source of strength
Waves stand for an irrepressible force of nature and symbolize the unpredictability of life. They stand for emotional depth, movement and purification through water. For many people who have a close connection to the sea, the wave tattoo is a nice option to show them.
The turtle as a symbol of calm and endurance
They are considered lucky charms in many cultures and stand for wisdom, endurance and longevity. In Hawaiian tattoo art, the turtle is one of the most popular symbols and it also stands for positive attributes in this country.
You can find more ideas in our blog article: "The best ideas for mini tattoos”
How much do small tattoos cost?
A small tattoo between 5 and 10 cm in size will cost you an estimated CHF 100. If you choose color, it will be much more expensive. Our mini tattoos for numerous parts of the body are already available for you in the single-digit CHF range.
They are perfect for you if you are still looking for ideas for a permanent small tattoo or simply want to keep reinventing yourself. The exact pricing for both temporary tattoos and permanent images depends on the choice of motif and size.
Which location should you choose for a small tattoo?
Are you looking for inspiration and answers to the question of which area of skin is particularly suitable for your mini tattoo? There is a wide range of body parts to choose from. Small partner tattoos are often placed near the heart, as this position (near the ribcage) symbolizes the bond between two people.
Small tattoos for women are a great way to highlight the ankle in summer or the wrist. Lettering is very aesthetic here and gives a delicate look. The shoulder blade and ankle are two areas that are very popular during the warmer months. Here you have the opportunity to place small tattoo ideas and keep them visible. Do you love open shoes? Good places for small tattoos are the toes, the top of the foot or the sides.
Meanwhile, small tattoos for men have also gained in importance. Body jewelry is genderless and highlights skin, regardless of who it belongs to. Body parts such as the wrist, ankle or shoulder blade are also very popular with men, but tattoos can also adorn the back, calf or any other part of the body.
Do the small tattoos fade in the sun?
Have you often had a fake tattoo that disappointed you after a few hours? Our minink tattoos work differently. They don't just sit on your skin, but are absorbed into the first layer of skin. You can wear them to a festival with guaranteed sweat, when swimming at the lake or even in the rain - they remain visible for up to 14 days.
Thanks to the short wearing time, the sun won't affect your little tattoo. Enjoy the lasting impression of your new mini tattoo for two weeks and show what's important to you!
