Tips for Buying And Using Face Paints Properly

1. Make sure the package explicitly states that the paints are for painting faces and skin.

2. Purchase only FDA-compliant Face Paints, Glitter and other supplies.

3. Face paints are produced in an array of bright, bold colors. Buy the brightest, boldest colors you can find.

4. Shop for face paint kits large enough for the type of event you are painting. The packaging will tell you how many 'faces' that particular product will paint. If you are simply painting cheek art, most palettes will last a lot longer than the package states.

5. If you are painting outdoors in how weather, place your face paints on ice (or a freezer block) to minimize melting.

6. Practice often with your new Face Paints before the big event.

7. Use separate paintbrushes for each color family of Face Paint. This will alleviate mixing colors accidentally which could make your face paints muddy or dirty.

8. DO NOT use craft paints or acrylic paints instead of authentic face paints. It may seem like it's not a big deal to using another type of paint, but allergic reactions can result from using something other than FACE paint.

9. Rinse your face paint brushes and other tools with clean water after each event. Let air dry.

10. Do not use face paints on someone with cuts, abrasions, rash or sensitive skin. Offer to paint their arm, wrist or leg instead.

And the Last Tip for Buying and Using Face Paints: Be Brave. Have Fun. Don't Worry. Children are very forgiving and the process of having their face painted is almost as fun as the end result!

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