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Learn how to face
paint but, Safety First!
FACE
PAINTING:
Face painting is great fun to do and so easy to learn. Anyone can enjoy face painting you don’t need to be an artist. Before you start, have a good understanding of face painting
safety, please read below.
FACE
PAINTING SAFETY:
FAS Professional Face Paint
is a cosmetic pigmented paint (STD
COLOURS) that have been formulated specially for use on
skin, they are non-toxic and have been carefully tested.
FAS use cosmetic pigments in the manufacturer of the FAS Professional Face
Paint. However, if you suspect that your skin or your models skin may have
sensitive skin you could test the paint on the inside of your wrist before
you begin. If there is no
reaction after a few minutes will be safe to
proceed.
Just
as some people have an allergic reaction to bee stings and other do not,
everyone is different! So,
keep and eye on your models skin as you paint.
If your models skin becomes itchy or irritated, you will need to
instantly remove the face paint and apply a barrier cream.
Even then a few people have still have a reaction to the barrier
cream and it is best not to apply the face paint in this case.
If
you are intending to wear face paint for long periods of time, you may
need to reapply your colours and use a barrier cream or moisturiser to
assist with removal and protection of your skin.
Keep
paint away from eyes, mouth and nose. Always be very careful when painting
in these areas. It is a
good idea to have your model close their eyes until you have finished
painting.
Don’t
use paints or glitter paints that are intended for painting on paper.
As these products are not likely to be cosmetic grade.
REMOVING
FAS Professional Face Paint:
FAS
Professional Face
Paint will wash off with soap and water.
Avoid getting face paint on clothes as it will wash off skin but
it could stain some fabrics. Keep
all brushes and utensils wet while working.
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are a few useful application tips and ideas: |
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Before
you start, wrap a towel around the models head |
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Have plenty of tissues or moisture wipes ready. |
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Have a mirror. |
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Try to paint thinly as thick heavy painting will crack easier when dry |
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Have plenty of water on hand for cleaning your brushed and sponges. |
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Have a waste bin handy. |
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Use hair bands and clips to hold your models hair back and out of the
way while you paint. |
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Have you model sitting high enough for you to work comfortably. |
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Always start with a clean dry face. |
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Make sure you have a good idea of what you are painting before you
start. |
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Have all your equipment laid out on front of you for easy access. |
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Change your water for cleaning often. |
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Try applying your lighter tone colours first and progress to the
darker tones. |
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When using sponges try to have one for each colour, as this quickly
gets very messy. |
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Wait to the first colour is dry before applying your next colour.
Wet paint on wet paint will smudge. |
Face
Painting Tools
You can
apply the
FAS
Professional Face Paint with fingers, sponge or a brush directly from the
jar.
Professional face painters always have plenty of water, brushes, sponges,
clean towels, tissues or wipes, mixing pots or palette, a mirror, book of
face painting designs that they paint.
Brushes:
You will need a selection of different size brushes, some for painting and
others for effects. Sable
hairbrushes are best but nylon brushes will work perfectly well.
Some people prefer flat and others round brushes, but the important
thing is to a good selection of sizes.
If you can, try to have one brush for each colour you are painting
or thoroughly wash out the brush between colours.
Sponges:
Buy make-up sponges made from soft foam.
You can cut larger sponges into smaller wedge shapes.
Sponges are ideal for applying your base coat or large areas of one
colour. Again, it is best to
have one sponge per colour, as things get messy very quickly.
Spare
Pots or Mixing Palette:
Most professional face painters prefer mix the basic colours to create
their own colours. For this
you will need a mixing tray or pots.
You can cover the tray with a cling film or put the lid on the jars
to reuse the paint later. You
may need to add water to revive these colours.
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