# Inkless Tattoos The 'Be Wild' Fake Tattoo Sleeve for the Pain-Fearing Badass By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-06-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleeve-tattoos References: [likecool](http://likecool.com/Sleeve_Tattoos--TShirt--Style.html) & [bewild](http://www.bewild.com/auslontasl.html) While [tattoos become increasingly mainstream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkstory), many are still frightened by the sound of buzzing needles, or just cannot make a permanent decision. But now, for those who want to have that badass look but cannot tolerate the pain, Be Wild has introduced a line of [tattoo sleeves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-oral-tattoos). The sleeves range from about $10-$30 and come in a variety of prints. **Implications** - The best part about these sleeves is that they can effortlessly be removed and replaced at whim. For those who don't relish the idea of settling down with a single [permanent ink sleeve](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-care), the ability to change your mind regularly must be a very appealing and attractive prospect. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Inkless Tattoos:** The development of temporary tattoo sleeves creates a new market for those hesitant to commit to permanent tattoos. - **Pain-free Accessories:** The popularity of Be Wild's tattoo sleeves highlights a trend towards pain-free and non-invasive alternatives to traditional procedures. - **Customizable Wearables:** The trend towards easily removable and interchangeable tattoo sleeves provides opportunities for customizable wearables and fashion accessories. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Tattoo Industry:** The tattoo industry can explore offering temporary tattoos as a way to attract new customers hesitant to commit to permanent ink. - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can incorporate tattoo sleeves as a new wearable accessory, adding a customizable and temporary element to their clothing lines. - **Medical Industry:** The medical industry can leverage pain-free temporary tattoo products as a way to promote non-invasive procedures and decrease patient anxiety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Palm-Sized Tattoo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-tattoo-device.md) - [Prom-Themed Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-tattoo-prom.md) - [Vitamin-Packed Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-defense-patches.md) - [AI-Powered Tattoo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imprintu.md) - [Vitamin-Infused Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barriere.md) - [QSR Temporary Tattoo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-temporary-tattoo-collection.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-glowing-garden-tattoo-sheet.md) - [Dainty Minimalist Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winterstone.md) - [Progressive Rewritable Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-ink.md)