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Looking to host a US block party, backyard birthday party, school party, or community event? The right form of entertainment can make a big difference—particularly when it comes to deciding between airbrush tattoos and face painting.
Both are colorful, interactive, and child-appealing, but are targeted to different audiences and event styles. The biggest differences are based on cost, speed, age appeal, durability, and cleanup.
The following are some tips on picking the one that will be perfect for your celebration.
Airbrush cosmetics and stencils are used to produce temporary designs on the skin. They can last for a couple of days, depending on the product and care, and are usually water- and sweatproof.
Popular designs include:
The greatest benefit is that of speed. Simple airbrush designs range anywhere from about 20-30 per hour, depending on the event provider in the United States, with more complicated designs requiring much longer.
That is why it’s especially beneficial to use airbrushing tattoos when there are dozens of people needing a turn at a party that has a limited window.
Airbrush tattoos tend to be more appealing to tweens, teens, and adults as they look more like real tattoos than permanent ones.
But a cartoon face can be a whole lot less fun for a 13-year-old than a temporary snake, lightning bolt, basketball logo, or realistic sleeve on their arm. Airbrushing tattoos may, therefore, be more accessible to teens for birthday parties, graduations, sports events, and block parties.
Face painting is more than just a tattoo – it’s about transforming.
A talented face painter can turn a child into a:
Traditional face painting is typically more imaginative and unique, as the artist is able to paint freehand using brushes and sponges. Detailed designs, however, take longer. A quick face painting session may be able to paint around 18-30 designs in an hour, and a more detailed painting would be around 10-15 designs per hour. Face painting is frequently more fun for toddlers or elementary school kids because they can wear the result as part of their costume or birthday party.
Rates are not consistent across the United States, as they depend on the location, experience of the artist, travel arrangements, event size, and design complexity. Examples can be found of both services charging $125 to $175 per hour, with some high-quality airbrush services costing more.
Don’t just look at hourly rates; look at cost per guest served instead.
An artist who costs $150 per hour, for instance, will provide services to 25 guests, at a cost of approximately $6 per person. Another artist would cost $125, but be able to feed only 12 people, which works out to over $10 per person.
Tip: Have each entertainer ask:
Either option is good if you have 15 children at your event.
However, for 40, 60, or 100 people, throughput is a key factor.
Airbrush tatted should be easier to do when you provide easy, pre-existing tattoo designs. Some providers say 20-30 guests an hour, but if you do a detailed tattoo, this will take up a lot less time.
Face painting may also be planned quickly by providing a set of simple designs.
If you are having a large event, you may want to have two artists; don’t rely on one to do everything. Waiting times can be significantly shortened, and children can be kept from getting restless with multiple artists.
Traditional face painting may require more handling of brushes, sponges, water containers, palettes, wipes, and paint residue. The airbrush tattooing stations may be somewhat more streamlined, especially if artists create stencils and employ cosmetic products that dry quickly.
But “Less Mess” does not mean “No Cleanup. Airbrush equipment should be cleaned correctly, and cosmetic products cleaned hygienically. Most temporary airbrush tattoos can be removed at home with soap, water, make-up remover, or oil, depending on the brand.
If you’re looking for Airbrush Tattoos, select one of the listed options:
Select Face Painting If:
It doesn’t have to be one; you can have more than one.
Face painting for younger kids and airbrushing tattoos for tweens, teens, and adults can make their birthday or block party more enjoyable for everyone.
Ask any artist about the following prior to booking: cosmetic products, hygiene requirements, ages, outdoor conditions, electricity, and removal requirements. Some artists are especially not interested in working with children under a specific age; check their policy out in advance.
Face painting is a favorite for creativity and younger kids. The advantages of airbrushing tattoos are that they are quick, long-lasting, and more appealing to older individuals.
Face painting can be the obvious selection if your party is a small children’s birthday. Airbrush tattoos can provide quicker service and less waiting time for a busy block party with mixed age groups – particularly involving teenagers and adults.
Then, if you have the budget, mix both together, and you’ve got an entertainment station that can have almost everyone of any age engaged.
In my opinion, airbrush tattoos are better for a big party because they are usually simpler and can be done faster, so guests will not have to wait a long time. Face painting seems like a good idea if they have a variety of simple tattoos to choose from as an option.
Airbrush tattoos tend to be popular among teenagers since it is a relatively painless and quick way to get a temporary tattoo that will last for a couple of weeks. With airbrush tattoos, one can go for sports-themed tattoos, animal-themed tattoos, letter tattoos, or more complex designs.
Compared to face painting services, airbrush tattoos usually require less cleanup around the event area. At the same time, both services require trained professionals to take care of equipment cleaning and overall hygiene during an event.
We're all about bringing awesome temporary tattoos to your events! Whether you're organizing a festival, planning a school event, or putting together a corporate gathering, we've got you covered with professional airbrush and temporary tattoo services.
Safety first – that's our motto! We only use FDA-compliant, skin-safe inks that are hypoallergenic and gentle enough for everyone, even those with sensitive skin. Your comfort and safety are our top priorities. Our tattoos are also safe for kids and people of other ages.
You can expect your airbrush tattoo to stick around for about 3 to 7 days. The exact time depends on a few things – your skin type, where you put it, and how well you take care of it. Some people get a full week out of theirs!
Oh absolutely! We love the energy of big events. We've got experience with large-scale festivals and can bring multiple artists to make sure everyone gets their ink without the long wait times. The bigger, the better!
We've got something for everyone! Our design collection includes tribal patterns, beautiful florals, animals, fantasy themes, pop culture favorites, plus some really cool glow-in-the-dark and metallic options. Need something specific for your event? We can create custom stencils too.
They're pretty tough! Our tattoos are water-resistant, so you can shower and even work up a light sweat without worry. Just try not to scrub them too hard or rub them excessively – that's their kryptonite.
Oh absolutely! We love the energy of big events. We've got experience with large-scale festivals and can bring multiple artists to make sure everyone gets their ink without the long wait times. The bigger, the better!
Nope, we've got it all handled! Our artists come prepared with everything – airbrush equipment, inks, stencils, tables, the works. All we need from you is a power outlet and about a 6x6 foot space per artist. Easy peasy!
We'd recommend reaching out about 2-4 weeks ahead of time, especially if your event's during busy seasons like summer or around the holidays. But hey, if you're in a pinch with a last-minute event, give us a call anyway – we'll see what we can do!
We sure do! We've got artists spread across multiple cities throughout the U.S., and if we don't have someone in your area yet, we can arrange travel. Just let us know where your event is when you reach out.
Life happens, we get it! If you need to cancel more than 7 days before your event, you'll get a full refund. Less than 7 days? We might be able to do a partial refund depending on the situation. Rescheduling is totally free as long as we have availability.
Yes! This is one of our favorite requests. Send us your company logo, slogan, or any branded artwork, and we'll create a custom stencil that we can use throughout your event. It's a great way to make your event memorable!
Now we're talking! These are some of our coolest options. We do both glow-in-the-dark and UV-reactive tattoos that look incredible at nightclubs, glow parties, and evening events. They're absolutely stunning under blacklight!
You bet we are! We're fully insured and can provide a certificate of insurance whenever you need it for venues, schools, or corporate event organizers. We've got all the professional bases covered.
Absolutely – we love supporting schools, fundraisers, youth groups, and non-profits! We offer flexible packages and often have discounted rates for qualifying organizations. Education and community support are close to our hearts.
Of course! If you've got your heart set on a particular artist or you're looking for specific design styles or themes, just let us know when you book. We'll do our best to match you up based on availability. We want your event to be exactly what you're envisioning!
Thank you so much for your great work at our staff party at the House of Blues. Your temporary tattoo station was certainly the highlight of the party. We especially appreciate you staying past the scheduled time to accommodate repeats. Most of our staff returned to get second, third and even fourth tattoos. You and your Airbrush Tattoo staff were personable, funny and professional and immediately put our staff at ease.
I am so happy with Tribalink and will have them again, their Customer Service was great and helpful on the phone. The Crew that arrived for the Event was friendly and outgoing. Everyone from the kids to the grandparents where standing in line for their airbrush tattoo.
