One of the most important things to me is having the right kit for the job. First of all it needs to be safe and fit for purpose, and secondly it needs to do the job well. There are a lot of body glues on the market, but my preferred brand is Ybody. I have tried a couple of others very briefly, but Ybody wins hands down. I talk with a lot of body artists and one question I have been asked on countless occasions is "how do your glitter tattoos look so good for so long, when mine tend to look quite worn after a couple of days?". This is a much discussed subject, and it is not always entirely down to the brand of glue, but Ybody does tend to have more staying power.
Ybody Pink Glue, available from
Facade Bodyart Supplies, goes onto the skin very easily. The bottle is the same size as a standard nail varnish bottle, but the contents go a long way because only a very thin layer is required. The brush inside the bottle, also like a nail varnish brush, is perfect for applying the glue to stencil designs, and with a little practice, for creating very delicate freehand designs. I would never have believed this until I tried it myself!!
It has a watery consistency to begin with, making it great to work with, especially for freehand work. As the glue dries on the skin, it becomes clear and very sticky. If using a stencil, the stencil should ideally be removed before the glue dries clear to prevent it becoming stringy and leaving a ragged edge. Once completely clear, the glue is sticky, ready for glitter and as long as nothing comes in contact with it, will stay that way for as long as you like; giving you plenty of time to be as adventurous as you like with colour combinations and blending. Be sure to press the glitter firmly onto the glue using a dry sponge before brushing away the excess. Here's one I prepared earlier!!
