Tattoos try-on
See a tattoo on your skin before you get it
A tattoo is permanent, but the decision does not have to be a leap of faith. The same design can look delicate on a wrist and lost on a back, and a style you love on someone else might not suit your skin or proportions. Lody lets you see it first: upload a photo, choose a style and a placement, and look at the result.
Try minimalist and fine line pieces, florals, watercolor, Japanese, realism and more on your forearm, behind your ear, on your collarbone or across your upper back. Bring the preview to your artist as a starting point.
How to try on tattoos in Lody
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Upload a photo of the area
Show the part of your body where you are thinking of getting the tattoo, in good light.
- 2
Pick a style and a placement
Choose from 9 tattoo styles and 9 placements, or change just one to compare.
- 3
Sleep on it
Save the preview, look at it for a few days, and show your favorite to your tattoo artist.
What you can try
All tattoos options in the app
Styles (9)
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Floral -
Geometric -
Tribal -
Watercolor -
Minimalist -
Japanese -
Realism -
Old School -
Dotwork
Placements (9)
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Forearm -
Upper Arm -
Shoulder -
Upper Back -
Chest -
Wrist -
Ankle -
Behind Ear -
Neck
Why try it on first
Choose the right spot
Size and placement change everything. Compare wrist, forearm and shoulder before you book.
Find your style
Fine line or bold old school? See which one feels like you on your own skin.
A better brief for your artist
A preview of the style and placement helps your artist understand what you want.
Guides
Tattoos guides from our blog
Behind the ear tattoo: ideas, pain, healing and how it ages
Behind the ear tattoo guide: small design ideas, sizes that fit, how much it hurts, healing with hair and glasses, and pairing it with ear piercings.
Do watercolor tattoos fade? What really happens and how to make them last
Do watercolor tattoos fade? Yes, faster than bold work. Here is why, which colors fade first, and the outlines, placement and aftercare that help.
Flower tattoo meanings: what each bloom says and how to design yours
Flower tattoo meanings for rose, lotus, peony, lavender, sunflower, cherry blossom and birth flowers, plus style and placement tips for a floral piece.
How to see a tattoo on you before getting it
How to see a tattoo on you before getting it: AI tattoo try-on, temporary tattoos, stencils, and how to use a preview to brief your tattoo artist.
Japanese tattoo style: motifs, meanings and how to plan a piece
Japanese tattoo style explained: key traits, classic motifs like koi, peony and dragon, placement and size, and how to find the right artist.
Minimalist fine line tattoos: ideas, aging and what to ask your artist
Minimalist fine line tattoos explained: what they are, design ideas, how they age and blur, best placements, and how to choose a fine line artist you can trust.
Small first tattoo ideas that still look good in ten years
Small first tattoo ideas that age well: realistic sizes, the best spots, designs that stay readable, and how to pick one you will still love in ten years.
Tattoo pain by placement: what each spot typically feels like
Tattoo pain by placement, from easier spots like the outer arm to tougher ones like ribs and feet, why it varies, and ways to get through a session.
Best tattoo placement for a first tattoo: a spot-by-spot guide
Find the best tattoo placement for a first tattoo. Compare forearm, shoulder, ankle, wrist and more on visibility, healing, fading and how designs fit the body.
Wrist tattoo ideas: designs, sizes and what to know before you book
Wrist tattoo ideas for the inner, outer and side wrist, with sizes that stay clear, healing tips and what to know about fading and visibility.
Tattoos try-on FAQ
Can I upload my own tattoo design?+
Not at the moment. You choose from the tattoo styles in the app and Lody creates a design in that style on your photo.
Which placements can I try?+
Forearm, upper arm, shoulder, upper back, chest and collarbone, wrist, ankle, behind the ear and neck.
Will my artist tattoo the exact design?+
Use the preview as inspiration. A good artist will draw a custom piece based on the style and placement you liked.
What photo should I use?+
A clear photo of the body area you want tattooed, with even lighting and nothing covering the skin.
