READ MY LIPS¶
12. Skin Electronics¶
Inspiration¶
INSPIRATION & REFERENCES¶
- Twinkle Nails → tap-based interactions using RFID/NFC chips embedded in manicures.
- Skin Sensor Tattoos – University of Tokyo’s wearable sensor tattoo
- Emotional Clothing by Iga Weglinska – using subtle interaction to communicate emotional states.
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Technosensual exhibition – interactive garments and body extensions as interfaces.
- Muscle Sensor v3
- AdvancerTechnologiesMuscleSensorV3
- Advancer Technologies Muscle Sensor v3
Circuit Examples¶
Q's to fio
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if your body is more conductive, are you more likely to heal faster/better after an injury?
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if body conductivity is mainly through ions like potassium, chlorine and sodium, are individuals with hashimotos, pots, graves, etc less conductive than the average person because they lack these ions?
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what about blood circulation? if you don't circulate well do you not conduct well?
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low conductivity, am i dead?
circuits done in class¶
Tools¶
- Arduino IDE
- Advancer Muscle Sensor V3
- Clips
- Solder
- Wire
- 9v batteries
- multimeter
EPIC IDEAS¶
Noise Cancelling Earring¶
Instead of headphones, a cute earring that will drown out all surrounding sounds to help focus your attention to one area/person speaking/sound zone where the sensor would be placed. Like how teachers will wear a microphone that allow and individual with hearring aids, lock into their sound projection. I thought this would be doable either through ear pressure points; adding pressure to like numb the neurons that pick up backgroud feedback or by omitting a freqency that just drowns it out.
There's a hz freq that you can listen to that makes you be able to not hear men's voices. Wanted to add that to the earring, would be epic and a hot selling product fr.
Detox Socks¶
Socks that reads your sweat. I personally detox through my feet so it would be the best place for me to monitor/calculate my bodys sweat output. Through a reading like this I would be able to know exactly how my body is reacting to daily inputs like food, sounds and other energies. Like Emm Menstrual Cup or Anna Cain's Skin Electronics for Menstruation Biohacking, but instead of inside of you collecting blood, on the outside collecting sweat.
Brain Wave Hair Clip¶
Monitor brain waves or emotions like the Oura Ring ring does.
Chakra Necklace¶
Nervous System reading necklace that lights up depending on the frequency you are vibrating at, it will light up to that chakra colour.
No Cap Grillz¶
Grillz that omits frequencies to promote healing. Like Dr. Tarek helped Edmonton Oiler's players regrow their knocked out teeth. Rather than regrowing teeth, but maintaining their health or reversing cavities or to strengthen enamel.
OR Grillz that would change colour based on ph levels/saliva output. Could wearing it be able to detect cavities, weak enamel or softening gums?
Light Reflecting Conducitve Makeup¶
Like American footbal players wear Eye Black, a grease or strip applied under the eyes to reduce glare got me thinking about a cute option for daily wear, creating an Electronic Tattoo. Ditch the sunglasses and slap on some glitter babe. There was no conductive paint or graphite powder in the lab to make this option.
RFID Bracelet¶
To give out my business card & socials, I set up an RFID tag to a bracelet that will direct to my linktree page.
- skin sensor
TOO HOT TO HANDLE¶
Process and workflow¶
Build Circuit¶
Soldered wires to the device.
Hook up EMG¶
Connect wires from device to clips and clip to Flora Board. Apply electrodes to positions indicated on the arm.
Code on Arduino¶
const int signalPin = 9; int SensorValue = 0 ;
``` void setup() { Serial.begin(9600); }
void loop() { SensorValue = analogRead(signalPin); Serial.println(SensorValue); delay(25); } ```
Results¶
- fried board that didn't take a reading
- rfid did not work
- no conductive paint in the class
- no EEGs
READ MY LIPS¶
ONE KISS IS ALL IT TAKES
CONCEPT¶
MATERIALS¶
NFC/RFID tag (NTAG215): Encoded with my Linktree URL
Air Dry Clay Charm: To hold the tag
Thread & Beads: to make bracelet
NFC Tools app: Used to program the tag
Top Coat Nail Polish & LED light: For attaching tag to charm
Smartphone (NFC-enabled): Used to test the link functionality
FABRICATION PROCESS¶
Step 1: Encode the Tag¶
- I used the NFC Tools app to write my Linktree URL to the NFC chip.
- I selected “Write,” added my full link (https://linktr.ee/BISHGOSH), and burned it to the chip.
Step 2: Secure the Tag into the Bracelet¶
- I made a bracelet that could sit comfortably on the wrist and a charm that had enough room to house the chip.
- I placed the RFID chip on the charm and used a top coat nail polish and LED nail lamp to secure the chip in place.
Step 3: Wear and Test¶
- I tested the keychain by tapping it to an NFC-compatible smartphone.
- When the keychain is tapped, the Linktree automatically opens in the browser.
How to Set Up Your RFID Tag with NFC Tools¶
To program the RFID chip in my keychain, I used the NFC Tools mobile app. It’s a free and simple app that lets you write data to NFC/RFID tags—no coding or extra hardware needed.
Here’s how anyone can recreate my setup:
What You Need:¶
- An NFC-compatible smartphone (most Android phones + some iPhones)
- An NFC/RFID tag (I used an NTAG215, but most NTAGs work)
- The NFC Tools app (available for free on iOS & Android)
- A link you want your tag to open (I used my Linktree)
Step-by-Step Process¶
Install the NFC Tools app
- Download NFC Tools from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
Open the App & Tap "Write"
- Launch the app.
- Tap on the "Write" button from the home screen.
Tap "Add a Record"
- Choose "URL/URI" from the list of options.
- Enter your link (e.g., https://linktr.ee/yourname)
- Tap OK to confirm.
Place Your Tag Near the Phone
- Tap "Write" (you’ll see a prompt to bring the tag close).
- Hold your tag against the back of your phone (the NFC antenna zone).
- You’ll hear a beep or see a success message when it’s done.
Test It
- Exit the app and lock your phone.
- Tap the tag again—your browser should automatically open your link!
PRO TIPS¶
- If your phone doesn’t detect the tag, try flipping it or moving it around slowly—it might take a second to find the right antenna zone.
- To edit or erase the tag, go to the “Other” tab in NFC Tools and choose “Erase Tag” or “Format Tag.”
- You can write other types of data too (like contact cards, Wi-Fi credentials, or custom text).
RESULTS¶
SHARE YOUR LIPS, SPREAD YOUR LINKS.
Video¶
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TAP ME – NFC TATTOO¶
CONCEPT¶
MATERIALS¶
- NFC tag (NTAG215 or similar) — encoded with Linktree URL
- Temporary tattoo paper (printable, water-transfer type)
- Conductive ink / silver epoxy (to create skin-thin connection between tattoo layers)
- Medical adhesive / skin-safe topcoat — to seal chip and keep it flexible
- Smartphone (NFC-enabled) — to write & test the tag
- NFC Tools app — for programming the tag
FABRICATION PROCESS¶
Step 1: Encode the NFC Tag¶
Open NFC Tools → Write → Add URL (Linktree or chosen link) → Burn to tag.
Step 2: Prepare the Tattoo Base¶
- Print a design (text, symbol, QR-inspired pattern) on tattoo paper.
- Cut out a space where the NFC chip will be embedded.
Step 3: Embed the Chip¶
- Place the NFC chip between two tattoo paper layers.
- Seal edges with conductive ink/silver epoxy to ensure contact and flexibility.
- Cover with skin-safe adhesive to protect chip and make waterproof.
Step 4: Apply Tattoo to Skin¶
- Apply tattoo like a normal temporary tattoo (wet transfer).
- Place NFC tattoo on wrist, forearm, or collarbone (easy phone-tap zones).
Step 5: Test the Tap¶
- Tap phone to tattoo → Link opens automatically.
- Repeat on different phones to confirm.
PROCESS & WORKFLOW¶
Circuit design simplified: chip embedded, no external wires.
NFC chip sealed to remain flexible and wearable for 2–5 days.
Process repeatable using off-the-shelf NFC tags + tattoo paper.
RESULTS¶
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