Tattoo Armor develops sunscreen to protect body art

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Looking to help people protect their tattoos from the sun’s rays, Tattoo Armor has developed the new Precision Sunscreen Pen.

Exposure to the sun breaks down tattoo ink and causes fading, cracking and image distortion. While traditional sunscreens protect skin from burning, they are not designed to protect ink, the company stated. Sunscreens can also be inaccurate leaving a halo of lighter skin around the tattoo.

After a year of development, Tattoo Armor’s first product, the Precision Sunscreen Pen, will begin distribution to select retailers this week.

The quick-dry sunscreen and fine-tipped applicator is designed to make application easy and precise. The patented formula offers SPF 30 protection with both UVA and UVB blockers while the active emollient enhances the appearance of the tattoo by creating a glossy appearance and conditioning the skin.

“As a person who has tattoos, I was frustrated by the lack of products available to protect my artwork. That’s why I am so excited about the launch of our first sunscreen specifically for tattoos. Our goal is to offer products that enhance and preserve tattoos and that are easy for people to use,” stated founder and developer Triskin Harden, who formed Tattoo Armor with partner Curtis Cheng.