Have you ever wondered if fingerprints actually meant something? At a glance, all fingerprints may look the same but on a close up you will find that fingerprint patterns are unique on every finger we have which is why they have long been used as a way to identify individuals. Identical twins have the same DNA but different fingerprint patterns. If you think about it, when you have someone's fingerprints you have a picture of their DNA...how intimate is that?

Ready to capture your fingerprints? We have 3 methods depending on what you have at home, starting with the most recommended...

Method 1

Method 2

What you need: Clear tape, dark eyeshadow, white paper

Method 3

Parents take note: Capturing fingerprints for children younger than 12 months old might be a challenge as their prints may not be defined enough to create a clear print. If however you can visibly see fingerprints on your child then it should work out just fine. You can always give it a try and if it isn't clear enough you simply try again a few months later.