How to cover a Tattoo for a special occasion.

So what's the trick to having perfectly covered up tattoos? It's all about the right colors and right application. 

Here's the full how-to:

TECHNIQUE

STEP 1: Prep Skin Make sure the area you're working with is free of germs and dirt. Wipe it down with either a light toner or Witch Hazel (available at heath food stores). Make sure the area is completely dry before starting.

STEP 2: Choose Your Tools For overall concealer application, opt for a blending or buffing brush—something that will evenly distribute and blend any cover-up into the skin. For detailed or precision work, keep a set of synthetic Taklon brushes nearby. And to set your makeup disguise with powder, use a large fluffy brush.

STEP 3: Color-Correct In order to get a smooth and even skin tone, neutralize the tattoo ink before base. For tattoos that just use black ink (typically with a blue undertone), blend a pinkish-peach toned color corrector lightly. For multicolored tattoos, neutralize each tone with a different color corrector (green and red, yellow and purple, and peach and blue neutralize one another other). Because everyone's base tone is different, you may need to mix your corrector for just the right shade. Experiment with technique and application to see what color and coverage is right for you. Yes, this process is tedious, but it's a crucial step, so take your time and do it right.

STEP 4a: Airbrush For those with access to airbrush, now is the time to pull out your gun! "Airbrushing will give a flawless veil of color on your tattoo and it lasts really well," explains Michelle.

STEP 4b: Buff and Finish "If you don't have access to airbrush, buffing is the next best thing," says Michelle, "Dab a few drops of your foundation onto your color-corrected surface, and buff using a flat-bottomed Kabuki brush—MAC makes a great one, the 180." Since buffing efficiently spreads all the product on, you really only need a few drops of foundation. Apply foundation in thin multiple layers for added coverage.

STEP 5: Set and Protect Setting your cover-up is essential to fight body friction. Lightly dust a translucent yellow-based powder with a fluffy powder brush to set your cream-based products. Then, mist a setting spray at least six inches from the tattoo. Wait a minute for it to dry before heading out the door.