The tradition of painting your body with patterns appeared in South America. Since ancient times, the local population used natural dye obtained from jagua fruit to create underbody painting. The fruit resembles an orange. In order to obtain dye pigment, unripe fruits are used. Today, “Jagua gel” is popular - it is an allergy-free, safe preparation for painting the skin. The tool has become a wonderful way to create a temporary tattoo and is in stunning demand among young people.
Introducing the Next Generation Product
The jagua fruits are processed into a convenient gel to use. Almost all people can use it, since it is completely natural in origin and safe for use.
“Jagua gel” is incredibly simple to use: the drug must be applied directly to the skin, let it dry and watch the manifestation of the pattern. The image will fully appear after 12-24 hours and will remain on the body for ten to fifteen days. The gel is suitable if you want to get a tattoo before the upcoming party or intend to make a real tattoo, but are not sure how it will look.
Jagua is a safe and complete substitute for black henna, which does not provoke allergies and other unwanted side effects.
The composition of the drug
To create the Jagua Gel, manufacturers use jagua fruit juice, which contains coloring pigment. The juice itself is an almost colorless substance, therefore, in order to make it more resistant to oxygen and prevent fermentation in the box, a powder base is used. The finished product is distributed in convenient containers, such as can be found in tattoo parlors.
Penetrating into the skin, the components of the gel react with amino acids. This leads to pigmentation of the epidermis, and in those areas on which the substance was applied, the skin becomes blue-black.
The gel contains the following components:
- The dye of genius.
- Neolon.
- Isopropyl alcohol.
- Water.
- Sodium Salt.
- Lemon acid.
- Xanthan gum.
In addition, different manufacturers add certain oils. Often, lavender oil is used to open the pores of the skin and maximize the penetration of the pigment. But you can also find hydantoin, carbohydrates, tartaric acid and other natural components of the pulp of the fetus.
Instructions for use
Before applying "Jagua gel", it is important to sanitize the area of the skin on which the tattoo will be located. The product is so easy to use that you can even get a tattoo at home. So, first you need to remove the tip of the package and pierce the top of the tube. Then they put on the necessary nozzle and, holding the tube vertically, like a ballpoint pen, gently press on it. According to the outline of the drawing, gel is applied . The gel is left to dry completely (approximately two hours). It is forbidden to wet and touch the image.
When the tattoo dries, remove the layer of the drug with a soft cloth. The patterned area is washed with water. In a day, the pattern will appear.
Draw using transfer paper
There is another way to draw “Jagua gel.” This is done using transfer paper. So, the contour of the image you like must be applied to transfer paper. Now on the reverse side you need to circle the image. It is this side of the paper that will be applied to the desired location on the body.
Then the drawing should be cut out, but in such a way that at least one centimeter remains between the image and the edge of the cut. Before applying the image, it is recommended to moisten with soapy water the place where the tattoo will be. After that, transfer paper is applied to the skin and lightly pressed down. After removing the transfer, you can consider the resulting pattern.
After drawing the outline of the image, you can apply the jagua pigment.
Benefits of the drug and care for a temporary tattoo
The main advantages of the drug include:
- Realism. The gel biotatu looks so natural that it’s hard to say with accuracy whether it’s real or temporary.
- Naturalness. The product is completely natural, therefore it will not cause harm to human health.
- Easy to use. The tool does not require any preliminary preparation. It is very convenient to apply.
- Durability. A saturated pattern will stay on the body for about two weeks.
Such a tattoo does not require special care. If you plan to go to a reservoir, then you can easily splash around in the water. Mehendi, “Jagua gel” made, does not change its qualities either under the influence of salt water or under the influence of fresh water. With prolonged exposure to the sun, the gel does not fade. Therefore, a temporary tattoo can be safely done before going on vacation. But the water in the pool, which is always chlorinated, can significantly impair the appearance of the picture.
In those places where the image will come in contact with clothing, it will be erased somewhat faster. Therefore, it is best to get a tattoo on the neck or ankle.
The preparation itself requires careful handling: it does not harm the skin, but can stain it in undesirable places, because even dry powder leaves traces. Colored stains may also remain on clothing, so caution is also important here.
How long does a temporary tattoo last?
It is important to know how much "Jagua gel" is held on the body. For approximately 15 days, the pattern will be clearly visible on the skin. After this period, it will begin to fade. The location of the pattern and the external factors that affect it also affect the duration of the “socks”. Depending on the features of the skin and on the composition of the product itself, the hue of the image may vary from dark gray to deep black.
One of the advantages of the gel is its stability. It is almost impossible to wash off the tattoo, so you must wait until it disappears on its own. The gel itself must be stored for no longer than three months in a cool place.
Health hazard of the gel
Many people confuse “Jagua gel” for temporary tattoos with henna now in demand. Unlike the latter, jagua is considered a safer means. But at the same time, the gel is no less effective than henna-based dyes. You can even draw them on the skin of children, without worrying about the fact that it will cause allergies or other negative effects. Naturally, it is impossible to completely eliminate the manifestation of side effects of the drug, but in any case they will be minimal.
People who like temporary tattoos like to use pigment not only because of its safety, but also because of its fruity pleasant aroma. Jagua will be an excellent solution for people who are afraid to apply a permanent tattoo on the body, but want to decorate the body with a pattern.
Praise from the people
"Jagua gel" reviews are positive. All the people who used this tool to create tattoos were satisfied. They say that the tattoo looks natural, like a present and permanent. It is done easily, quickly, and lasts approximately 11 days. The users also like the fact that every time another drawing comes off, you can experiment and make a new one.
The substance safety also delights. After all, people who are prone to various allergies use it. And they note that the jagua does not provoke any reactions, so they can afford such a pleasure as temporary tattoos.