R&F Pigment Sticks®: Gloves & Barrier Creams

R&F Pigment Sticks® have none of the additives, extenders, substitutes, or facilitators that are commonly used in industrial production. However, it's still a good idea to minimize skin contact with paints and pigments when possible. This is especially true if you will be adding solvents, driers, or other materials when painting.

Disposable gloves are great way to protect your skin and reduce clean-up time. They will prevent paint from entering your body through any nicks or cuts you may have on your hands. Nitrile and Latex gloves are common, and provide two options should you have an allergy to one of these materials.

Some artist prefer not to wear gloves because they can be an allergen and may slightly hinder mobility. Barrier creams provide an alternative option. These creams are used in many industries, such as automobile mechanics who often work with oils and liquid chemicals.

Barrier creams can be found in both hardware stores and art stores. They will help minimize contact and enable you to easily wash off paint with soap and water when you have finished working.