theatrical make up

This type of make-up application refers to the character make-up, casualty/accident make-up, scars, bruises, bullet wounds to name, but a few. Simple effects can be achieved for fancy dress parties.

There are textbooks available and theatrical make-up is often sold in large stores or at costume hire shops. Face paints can also be purchased for children enabling faces to be painted safely! Special effects make-up is not normally offered at a salon. Therapists tend to study additional courses to specialise or will have specialised in all types of make-up.

If I apply face paints to my children, how will I remove them?

Ensure the paints you but are removed by water and you will find soap and water will do the trick. Most of the children’s face paints are non-toxic and easily removable.

I have purchased some theatrical make-up to use at a local operatic society. However, I am some concerns regarding the removal and how the skin may react to them. Do you have any useful comments?

This type of make-up must be cleansed off with a theatrical cream cleanser. This needs to be massaged into the skin to loosen the make-up and removed with damp cotton wool. It is essential to advise through cleansing of these products to prevent a build up of pigments and oils in the pores of the skin. This type of make-up is heavy and if not removed thoroughly may create some sensitivity.