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.
Here 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.
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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.
The
Basics:
It is hard to make mistakes in face painting. Its all about having
fun! You will need a jar of water, clean sponge or brush and paper
towels. For more complex designs try doing sketch first or make a
stencil out of plastic or card. Try to paint thinly as the skin is a
flexible surface, thick and heavy coatings may crack. Place an old
towel or paper towels around the shoulders. Have your model relax
their face - no squinting. HAVE FUN!
Using
Face Paint Colours:
If you do not have all the colours you need, try mixing the colours
together to make a new colour. Mix on the back of your hand or in a
saucer. See our mix and match colour guide. To add additional colours
next to or over the first colour allow Face Paint to dry. Paint your
lighter colours first.
Painting Details:
Paint your details with your make-up brush. Make sure you wash your
brush between colours or have a brush for each colour. Paint carefully
around eyes and never go too close with your brush. Try cotton
buds/swabs for easy control.
 Using
Sponges:
Sponges or cotton wool is used to apply a smooth base colour over the
face. Sponges need to be just damp with water and not drippy. Have
your model relax and close their eyes as if they were sleeping. Dip
the damp sponge into a little amount of face paint and using a either
a brushing sweeping action or dabbing, apply to the face. Try starting
from the top of the forehead and sweep with one long stroke to the
point of the chin. If you want a duotone (two colour), always apply
the lightest colour first. The second colour can be blended in by
lightly dabbing along the adjoining edge. Wash sponges between colours
or have a sponge for each colour.
Using Brushes:
FAS Face Paint is best suited to synthetic or sable brushes. Try to
paint thinly as this will avoid any cracking and allow the face
painting to last much longer. Use a fine thin brush for fine lines.
Try to keep your lines continuous with confident brushing rather than
broken and sketchy.
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