A lightweight pre-tattoo serum with Ink-Safe™ Technology. It helps condition and hydrate the skin, supporting a smooth, balanced surface ahead of tattooing.
SHIELD
Tattoo Fade & Blur Defence Cream
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
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50mL | 1.7 fl oz
$155
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SHIELD is a lightweight SPF 15 broad spectrum cream engineered to prevent tattoos from fading and blurring. Powered by broad-spectrum filters, it creates a transparent barrier against UV and damaging blue light, while potent antioxidants defend against environmental stressors. Formulated to avoid the white cast of traditional protection creams that can dull the look of your tattoos, it ensures your ink remains strikingly bold.
All our products are independently lab tested.
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A lightweight pre-tattoo serum with Ink-Safe™ Technology. It helps condition and hydrate the skin, supporting a smooth, balanced surface ahead of tattooing.
LOCK is a post-tattoo complex with Ink-Safe™ Technology. Applied after covering removal, it helps maintain hydration, comfort, and surface balance through recovery.
LOCK is a post-tattoo complex with Ink-Safe™ Technology. Applied after covering removal, it helps maintain hydration, comfort, and surface balance through recovery.
SHIELD is a daily SPF 15 protection cream with Ink-Safe™ Technology. It helps defend tattooed skin from UV, blue light, and environmental stressors.
SHIELD is a daily SPF 15 protection cream with Ink-Safe™ Technology. It helps defend tattooed skin from UV, blue light, and environmental stressors.
LUME is a dual-action emulsion with Ink-Safe™ Technology. It helps refresh the appearance of aged or faded tattoos, providing an instant boost in vibrancy while supporting gradual visible improvement with continued use.
LUME is a dual-action emulsion with Ink-Safe™ Technology. It helps refresh the appearance of aged or faded tattoos, providing an instant boost in vibrancy while supporting gradual visible improvement with continued use.
Key benefits
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SPF 15 Daily Protection
Delivers broad-spectrum SPF 15 broad spectrum defence against UV exposure, one of the greatest threats to tattoo vibrancy. Helps shield pigment from fading, blurring, or colour distortion caused by sunlight, protecting tattoos as faithfully as high-end sun protection preserves natural skin.
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Blue Light Defence
Targets modern lifestyle stressors by helping reduce the impact of high-energy visible (HEV). This helps tattoos retain visual sharpness and skin maintain vitality, counteracting cumulative dullness caused by everyday digital exposure.
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Antioxidant Support
Infused with antioxidants that help neutralise free radicals generated by pollution, UV, and environmental stress. These actives defend both skin and pigment integrity, working to extend the brilliance and longevity of tattoos while supporting skin resilience.
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Ink-Safe™ Technology
Tailored for tattooed skin, SHIELD avoids pigments or filters that could compromise ink while still delivering full protective performance. Helps preserve colour definition, contrast, and line precision without interfering with the artwork’s delicate balance.
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Lightweight Hydration
Fast-absorbing and non-greasy, providing a comfortable daily finish suitable for any climate or lifestyle. Keeps skin supple and conditioned without heaviness, ensuring tattoos remain protected and luminous without compromising comfort or appearance.
How to apply
Apply SHIELD daily to tattooed skin as the final step in your routine. Apply liberally and evenly to all unprotected areas 20 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply every 2 hours or more often when sweating, swimming, or towelling.
For aged or faded tattoos, pair with LUME to help support the look of vibrancy and definition.
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Hero ingredients
Tinosorb® M
Known for broad-spectrum defence, shielding tattoos from UVA, UVB, and even parts of blue light to help prevent fading and blurring.
Tinosorb® S
Renowned as one of the most advanced and stable UV filters, offering long-lasting protection that helps maintain tattoo clarity and colour integrity.
Resveratrol
A powerful antioxidant that helps neutralise free radicals from sun and pollution, supporting vibrancy and reducing premature dulling of ink.
Ectoin
A natural cell protector that helps skin resist stress from UV, heat, and pollution, reinforcing the barrier that safeguards tattoo definition.
Vitamin E
An essential antioxidant that helps protect skin lipids, reduce oxidative stress, and support long-term comfort and preservation of tattoos.
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- CMChris M.Verified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 starsFirst time user , long time subscriber
Recently used shield post recovery of my fine art tattoo and found it superb so far. Product absorbs really well with no greasy residue , smells natural which I like and gives me confidence I’m protecting the artwork I paid so much for (with my body and $ 😂) and want to keep as defined as possible for aslong as possible. Looking forward to using more products. Love it
- CFCraig F.Verified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 starsGreat daily cream that has given me more confidence in the sun!
I wrote a review on the LUME product, but also wanted to share a separate review on SHIELD as I have been using both products in combination.
After using SHIELD for a month I am so much more confident with my tattoo's in the sun. I don't love the feeling of oily suncreams and because of that I was covering my tattoo's with long sleeve shirts regularly.
SHIELD provides the protection from UV rays and is the perfect daily cream I need to be active in the sun without needing to cover up.
It's an exceptionally high-quality cream. The difference between applying this and other lotions is night and day. It absorbs easily, feels great on the skin, and leaves a noticeably better finish without any greasy residue.
- MMarioVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Best Tattoo Care Product I’ve Ever Used
I’ve tried a lot of tattoo-care and skincare products over the years, and SkinGraphica SHIELD is easily the best I’ve used.
The cream feels incredibly premium, absorbs quickly, and leaves my skin feeling hydrated without any greasy residue. Since using it, my tattoos look noticeably more vibrant, sharper, and better defined, while my skin feels healthier and well protected.
What I love most is that it combines effective tattoo protection with luxurious skincare in one product. It applies effortlessly, feels lightweight on the skin, and is perfect for everyday use.
The packaging is also exceptional—sleek, sophisticated, and worthy of a premium skincare brand. Every aspect of the product reflects quality, from the presentation to the performance.
If you’re serious about preserving the appearance of your tattoos, I highly recommend SkinGraphica SHIELD. It’s a standout product that genuinely delivers on its promises and has become an essential part of my daily routine.
- BBBob B.Rated 5 out of 5 starsQuality product, created just for tattoos...and it works
With some of my newer tattoos my wife and I were looking for products specifically made for Tattoo aftercare and surprisingly didn't find much on the market. I'm really appreciating shield since it has SPF, protects our newer ink and makes the tattoos feel and look really good. I'm about a month into using it and really like the product so far I also appreciate the backstory of the company and the care they put into their product and packaging. Congrats on the success of their team over there.
- JJerremyRated 5 out of 5 starsNon-oily and hydrating
Have been using Shield for the last few weeks. It's been perfect in the Australian sun; it absorbs perfectly and leaves my skin feeling smooth and doesn't have an oily residue which is perfect.