FACEPAINTING
PRODUCT INFORMATION
What are the names of the face paints that are used?
We only ever use professional paints manufactured by Snazaroo and Grimas who are both reputable long established companies based in Europe and who manufacure to EEC and FDA standards.
Product Statement by Grimas - 'Grimas Water Make-up (Pure)* is an unperfumed, gluten-free water-based make-up without chemical preservatives. It is intended for face-painting and body-painting. Water Make-up (Pure) - Pure This means that the product in question does not contain any chemical preservatives (such as parabens) or halogenated organic compounds. The Pure products, like all Grimas products, are gluten-free and unperfumed.'
Product Statement by Snazaroo -'Snazaroo face paints are specially formulated to be friendly to the most delicate skin and are fragrance-free. All Snazaroo face paints are manufactured using only ingredients fully compliant with EU & FDA toy and cosmetic regulations, and are non-toxic.'
How do I remove facepaints from face?
Water make-up (facepaints) with soap and water or a wet wipe. Massage soap lather on skin briefly and rinse off with lukewarm water. Do not use thick cleansing cream as this usually contains waxes and oils which actually adhere the Water Make-up to the skin. If a trace of colour is left on the skin after washing with soap and water or a wet wipe, it can be removed with a clear or light cleansing Lotion.
How do I remove facepaints from clothing
If Water Make-up (Pure) gets onto clothing, wash it out first under the tap and then soak with a pre-wash detergent. Then wash as normal in the washing machine.
Are facepaints safe for sensitive skin?
All the paints that we use are labeled as hypoallergenic by the manufactureres and we have not know them to cause any adverse reation. A child may sometimes however feel a tightening or slight itching of the skin after the 'face' has been applied. This is normally due to what we call 'the face pack' effect and it is simply caused by the paints drying and contracting very slightly taking the skin with it.
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TEMPORARY TATTOO
What is the name of the tattoo products we use?
We use inks with the brand name of 'For Now' which are distributed by a reputable UK supplier and are produced by Tsukineko who are the World's leading manufacturer of pigment inks. They manufacture their high quality products in Tokyo, Japan and in Richmond, WA on the west coast of America. Established in 1952, their products are distributed to over 30 countries worldwide.
How long do For Now temporary tattoos last?
On average three to five days. They last longer on dry skin than on oily skin and they won't last as long if they get rubbed by your clothing. For best results, your skin should be clean, dry and free from oils or moisturizer.
How long do I have to wait for the colours to dry?
The colours will dry on your skin in about three minutes.
Do For Now temporary tattoos contain PPD?
No. The serious problems with 'black henna' temporary tattoos (especially in Spain and Greece) widely reported on TV and in the newspapers, are caused by allergic reactions to the chemical para-phenylenediamine (PPD). PPD is added to henna to make the stain black instead of the usual reddish-brown colour. Products containing PPD should never be applied to the skin and it is safer to avoid black henna tattoos completely. There is no PPD in For Now products.
Are For Now colours safe for use on sensitive skin?
Yes. All the colours are water-based and approved to EU and FDA cosmetic standards. In the very unlikely event of irritation, the tattoo should be washed off immediately with soap and water
How do they come off?
How do I remove a For Now temporary tattoo?
By gently rubbing it with a face cloth, soap and warm water. For Now temporary tattoo colours don't go into your pores they stay on the surface of your skin, so they can be rubbed off without a trace when you want toremove them. The longer they have been on, the more you need to rub them to take them off.
Will For Now temporary tattoos come off when I have a shower or go swimming?
No not if you take a little care. For Now colours are very water resistant, so they stay on as long as you don't rub the tattoo when it is wet. Pat gently with a towel to dry dont rub.
TEMPORARY TATTOOS
What are the names of the tattoo products that are used?
Body inks bear the brand name of 'For Now' which are produced by Tsukineko who are the World's leading manufacturer of pigment inks. They manufacture their high quality products in Tokyo, Japan and in Richmond, WA on the west coast of America. Established in 1952, their products are distributed to over 30 countries worldwide.
Our glitters and adhesives are of cosmetic grade and are supplied by 'Y Body' who are leading UK Suppliers of temporary tattoo products.
On average body ink tattoos will last 3 - 5 days. They last longer on dry skin than on oily skin and they won't last as long if they get rubbed by your clothing or rubbed when wet. Always gently pat the tattoo area dry after swimming or showering.
Glitter tattoos can last up to 10 days but should last an average of 5 - 7 days. Do not rub when wet however or allow oil based products such as body moisturiers or sun creams to come into conatact with the tattoo area.
How long do the inks/glitters take to dry?
They will dry on your skin in about three minutes.
Do any of the temporary tattoos products contain PPD?
NO. The serious problems with 'black henna' temporary tattoos (especially in Spain and Greece) widely reported on TV and in the newspapers, are caused by allergic reactions to the chemical para-phenylenediamine (PPD). PPD is added to henna to make the stain black instead of the usual reddish-brown colour. Products containing PPD should never be applied to the skin and it is safer to avoid black henna tattoos completely.
Are the tattoo products safe for use on sensitive skin?
Yes. All the inks are water-based and approved to EU and FDA cosmetic standards as are the glitters and adhesive. In the highly unlikely event of irritation, the tattoo should be washed off immediately with soap and water
How do I remove a temporary tattoo?
For body ink tattoos simply rub the design gently with a face cloth, soap and warm water. For Now temporary tattoo colours don't go into your pores they stay on the surface of your skin, so they can be rubbed off without a trace when you want to remove them. The longer they have been on however, the more you may need to rub.
For glitter tattoos simply moisten the design with a little baby oil or similar and gently rub with your fingertip to loosen the underlying adhesive then simply wash with soap and water . Alternativly you can use surgical spirit on a cotton pad instead of baby oil.
Will temporary tattoos come off when I have a shower or go swimming?
No not if you take a little care. Body inks and glitters are very water resistant so they stay on as long as you don't rub the tattoo when it is wet or let clothing come into contact either with a wet tattoo. Remember always pat gently with a towel to dry a tattoo area.
