Join us for a quick review of moulage pigments and application methods in the first episode of a multi-part moulage series.
This episode dives into several pigment based makeups that we enjoy using ranging in price from a few bucks up to the professional level products. Application methods are also covered at a variety of price points from cotton swabs to airbrushing.
Think we missed something? Let us know your tips, tricks or opinions on moulage!
The review:
This is the quick and dirty version. There is MUCH more to talk about. Just a quick couple notes to go with what we went over in the show.
- Safety - Never takes a vacation (Thank you Thingergy)
- Your safety - Is key. Don’t underestimate it.
- Role-Players
- Cold concrete can cause Hypothermia even in 90+ degrees
- Emotional Safety is important. Explain everything
- Impalements - Dont strap unsafe items to people
- Allergies - Why would you even take a chance? Don’t chance someone’s health
- Don’t double dip/Cross Contamination - Especially Cream and RMG
- Buy from reputable sources.
- https://www.frendsbeauty.com/frends-with-benefits-registration
- Learning objectives are all that matter
- Don’t be afraid to say no! (amputations) - Don’t “Hide the leg” if the treatment pathway is the same, go with less materials, and time.
- Possible upcoming video on some of this to support an upcoming conference - keep an eye out
- Anatomy matters - Use good reference
Materials:
- Cream makeup - Ben Nye, Mehron, Etc. Good but transfers. Good around eyes
- You can thin with Isopropyl Alcohol to make washes
- RMG - Rubber Mask Grease Paint - Cream with castor oil - Sticks well to latex
- Alcohol Paints - Not cheap, but AWESOME. Doesn’t transfer when dry.
- Skin Illustrator, EBA, Reel Creations
- Tinsley Studios Makes great stuff!
