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I only use professional products which are FDA approved  for face painting and they can easily be washed off with soap and water. I maintain a clean and safe professional working environment, following the FACE code of practice at all times.     

My Safety Guidelines are in place to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank You!

I ONLY use FDA Approved Face Painting Products because I care

Safety No. 1: Use of Suitable Paints

“Non-Toxic” does not mean  “safe for skin application”

In the past (or future) you may run across some “painters” offering cheap prices but it could be at a cost to your child later. PLEASE ask to see what they are using on Your Child!

#1.A:  FDA Face Paint or simply Craft Paint?
Acrylic craft paints are NOT meant to be used on the skin – nor are watercolor markers or pencils. Just because the package says "non-toxic" does not mean that it is safe to put on skin. Many people are allergic to the non-FDA approved chemicals and colorants used in craft paints (such as nickel, certain pigments), and will break out in a rash from these paints. Watercolor markers (or "washable markers") do not remove from skin easily – it can take days to get the stain removed. The "washable" part of the name refers to fabric, not skin.

#1.B:   Temporary tattoos.  (Ask Wash off same day or the lasting up to 7 days?)
Some air brush tattoos and paper backed tattoos  last up to 7 days. Therefore if it is to be placed on the face, ask what type of paint/product is being used. Some may offer temporary tattoos for the face with air brushing equipment but some of these inks/paints will not wash off easily! You may not want that tiger face painted Saturday to be in place for Sunday church services. Ask first.

Safety No. 2: Check the Glitter

I only use cosmetic grade glitter on faces Metallic craft glitter should not be used for face painting. The only safe glitters for face painting are made of polyester, and should be .008 microns in size or smaller. That is the size that the FDA classifies as “cosmetic size” and safe for use on skin and/or near the eyes.  Body glitter is larger and should only be used on the arms or other areas not near the eyes, Plus the glue that is used is meant to say on for up to 7 days!

Safety No. 3: Health Considerations

I do not paint anyone who has a contagious illness, or who has open sores or wounds, for reasons of both comfort to the person but also as to not contaminate the wound or the paints I use. I will suggest painting another area, such as the arm, or offer washable temporary tattoos instead.

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A Horror Story at a local festival
 Stop and Ask - before your next event:

Taking that day trip for a family day at a local fair, festival or event could lead to unwanted complications if you run across an unscrupulous face painter.

Let me tell you a short story, my husband and I took a family day with our daughter to a close by fall festival. I being what I consider a "Professional" painter took note of how many people just threw a table up on the side and were offering face painting to children/people.

I was HORRIFIED, when I actually stopped and took a step into not one but five people's setup to see what paint they were using, they were using ACRYLIC CRAFT Paints!!!! on small children. This is NOT an acceptable practice for any professional face painter.

These "people" were just slapping on what ever craft paint they had laying around the house just to make a buck off the unsuspecting passerby!

This "craft paint" is only considered non-toxic by the federal government because it will not kill you in small amounts. Some of these craft paints contain lead, other binding agents and pigments that in large amounts can be devastating and can cause harm to the skin and/or health of your child! This "stuff" is NOT easily washed off, it can burn the skin for some, it can leave blisters that can become infected, it can even be an allergic reaction for others!

This is from a website on safety practices for face painters from an executive for craft paints " Apple Barrel acrylic paint. We do not recommend them for face paint, although they are non-toxic, they do not have the FDA approval for face painting. "

PLEASE DO NOT take the chance that your child could be one of those affected by these unscrupulous people who only care about getting your dollars! ASK AND LOOK at the paints they are using. Any truly professional painter will be MORE than happy to show your what they use, offer you safety papers of their products. Please be sure you know what is being placed on your child's face before letting anyone paint them!

To Event Organizers and parents, even if you don't hire my service. Face Painting is a very fun activity for children. I really do care and for the safety and happiness of your clients/event goers/children PLEASE hire a painter who can prove that he or she is using professional quality FDA approved for face painting paint and who have a safety guideline in place.

Here are a few links to the affects to craft paints that were used instead of professional face paint:

I have spent hundreds & more to ensure that I only use FDA Approved Professional face paint for my business and for the safety of my clients. I CARE ABOUT MY CLIENTS HEALTH and would NEVER use basic craft paint on my child much less yours! The paints I use can easily be washed off with water and soap, a few of the colors may stain the skin slightly (drk greens etc..)  but will not be Toxic!!

I even offer a "Gluten Free" FDA approved paint for children who have never been painted because of sever gluten allergies.

FDA Approved for Face Painting is the only true face safe paints!