Sun
Tattoo sun protection
Sun on your tattoo
That seems harmless
Until your colors become duller
Black looks grayer
And details lose their intensity
UV damages your tattoo ink
Not in one afternoon
But sun exposure adds up
Sun, water, festival, terrace or holiday?
Your tattoo gets more UV than you think
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Your tattoo gets more UV than you think
Much sun damage doesn't only occur at the beach. But often during everyday moments.
Cloudy? UV is still there
You don't always see the sun. But your tattoo still catches its light.
Laptop open. Tattoo full of UV
Working outside for a bit feels harmless. Until your tattoo gets hours of daylight.
Wind feels cool. UV remains UV
On a bike, you feel less heat. But your tattoo still gets sun exposure.
Focused on the task. Tattoo forgotten
Just a quick trip to the garden. Quickly done. Exactly one of those sun moments.
Quickly loading the car. Tattoo forgotten
Holiday often starts in the sun. Even before you leave.
Water fun? Your tattoo catches UV too
Sun, water, and bare skin. Your tattoo gets more exposure than you think.
UV & tattoo ink
Why UV is bad for your tattoo
UV damages your tattoo ink
Colors become duller
Black appears grayer
Details lose their intensity
That usually doesn't happen in one afternoon
But sun exposure adds up
New tattoo?
Then sunscreen is not an option yet
Your skin is still open
Your tattoo needs to heal first
SPF comes later
Fresh tattoo?
No SPF
Stay out of the sun
Cover your tattoo
Or choose Sun Protection Film immediately after tattooing
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Tattoo aftercare in phases
When can your tattoo be exposed to the sun again?
Your tattoo needs to heal first. SPF should only be used on smooth, closed, and calm skin.
In doubt? It's better to wait a little longer. Your tattoo really needs to be closed and calm.
Read when your tattoo can be exposed to the sun againSun Protection Film
New tattoo in summer?
Then you have one problem
Your tattoo must stay out of the sun
But you also need to go outside
Choose Sun Protection Film immediately after tattooing
As an alternative to regular tattoo film
With UV filter
98% UV protection
Not a free pass for sunbathing
Avoid intense sun, heat, swimming, sauna, and baths.
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Choice guide
Which Sun Care is right for your tattoo?
Tattoo sun protection is not just one product. It depends on your tattoo, your skin, and the moment.
Fresh tattoo in summer
No SPF yet. But protect it.
Use Sun Protection Film immediately after tattooing as an alternative to regular film.
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Sun protection for healed tattoos
For when you actively go out in the sun.
Factor 30, Factor 50, or SPF50 Spray help protect your tattoo from UV.
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After a day in the sun
If your skin feels warm, dry, or tight.
After Sun cools, moisturizes, and cares for sun-stressed skin.
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Daily color retention
For healed tattoos. For every day.
Daily is your daily routine. SPF is your active sun protection.
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Daily is also Sun Care
Not as a replacement for sunscreen
But as a daily base
For healed tattoos
Daily cares for your skin
Moisturizes
Gives shine
And helps keep your colors vibrant
Sometimes your tattoo hasn't faded
Your skin is just dry
SPF choice guide
Factor 30, Factor 50, or Spray?
Factor 30 already provides excellent protection. Factor 50 offers an extra margin.
Your choice depends on:
your skin type
how quickly you burn
how long you'll be outside
how much certainty you want
and how sensitive your tattoo colors are
For healed tattoos and conscious sun exposure.
Protection with a natural summer feel.
For extra margin.
Bright sun, fair skin, colorful tattoos or longer outdoors.
Quick spray.
Rub in. Done.
Handy if you often forget to reapply.
Read when SPF is safe