UV tattoos are gaining popularity among young festival-goers at Genk On Stage, and for good reason. On 2025-06-28 13:00:00, AG Insurance handed out these unique UV-sensitive tattoos to remind visitors to protect their skin from harmful sun exposure. The tattoos glow when UV radiation is high, encouraging timely application of sunscreen.
- UV-tattoos alert festival visitors to sun
- Half of Belgians apply sunscreen insufficiently
- Tattoos glow yellow under strong UV rays
- Free sunscreen dispensers offer live advice
- UV rays penetrate clouds, requiring protection
- Tattoos fade after sunscreen application quickly
With skin cancer affecting 1 in 5 Belgians, sun protection remains a crucial health message. Anne-Sophie Jonkers from AG Insurance explains that nearly half of Belgians don’t apply enough sunscreen, making these interactive tattoos a clever way to raise awareness during outdoor events. But how effective are these UV tattoos really, and can they truly change behaviour?
Let’s explore how these glowing tattoos work and why they could be a game-changer in sun safety at Belgian festivals.
Are these UV tattoos just a gimmick or a practical tool? Our experience showed the tattoos remain visible even in shade, which might confuse some. However, this is explained by UV rays penetrating clouds and shaded areas, so sunscreen is still necessary. Key points include:
- The tattoo’s flames glow yellow under strong UV light, signalling when to apply sunscreen.
- Free sunscreen dispensers with real-time sun intensity advice are available at the festival.
- The yellow glow fades after applying sunscreen but returns after some time outdoors, reinforcing repeated protection.
- This approach combines education with an engaging, visual cue to improve sun safety awareness.
As summer festivals continue across Belgium, will more events adopt such creative sun safety measures? For festival lovers, keeping an eye on UV tattoo signals and using free sunscreen stations could become the new norm to enjoy outdoor fun safely. Why not try one yourself at the next event?
