Frequently Asked Questions

 

How can I be sure I am booking a professional service?

For your peace of mind, certificates demonstrating qualifications in health and hygiene practices and current public liability insurance can be made available for inspection by the event organiser. 

 

Additionally, we are registered with HMRC to ensure that our business is legal and pays all appropriate taxes, and Sianne holds an extended DBS check to enable her to work in sensitive environments. 

 

We are also members of Equity and BAPIA. 

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Are your products safe?

Our kit contains only professional quality face paints which comply with UK & EU cosmetic regulations and are purchased from well established suppliers that stock genuine products from internationally renowned brands.

 

We never use products from general suppliers (e.g., Amazon, Wish, Temu, etc.) as it is not possible to determine whether the cosmetics have gone through proper safety testing ​or whether what is being sold are "knock offs" of established brands.

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​How much do you charge?

Our current standard party fee is £130 for 2 hours of a single service (i.e. face painting or glitter tattoos, not both),

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Fees for bespoke services such as maternity "bump" art and specific event makeup can vary depending on several factors, so it's always best to discuss requirements with us so that we can provide a personalised quotation.

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How do I remove face paint?

Follow  these steps for best results:​

• Apply mild soap, gentle face wash, or even baby shampoo directly to the painted area before using water.  This helps to loosen the pigments in the paint.
• Use a soft washcloth or your fingers to gently massage the skin, and avoid any harsh scrubbing which can irritate the skin.
• Rinse with lukewarm water and repeat if necessary.
• For any light staining

  • try micellar water or an oil-based makeup remover on a cotton pad, or

  • apply baby oil, or other gentle oil (e.g. coconut oil) and leave it on the skin for a minute, then wash again with soap and water.

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​​General Tips:

• Be Gentle:

  • Always use gentle, circular motions when removing face paint.

  • Avoid rubbing or scrubbing, especially around the delicate eye area.  

• Avoid Harsh Products:

  • Stay away from harsh chemicals or abrasive scrubs which can irritate the skin.

• Protect Clothing and Surfaces:

  • When removing face paint, be mindful of clothing and surrounding surfaces, as some pigments can stain.  

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Why baby wipes and makeup remover wipes shouldn't be used to remove face paint

While baby wipes and makeup wipes are convenient, professional face painters and skin experts advise against using them for face paint removal for the following reasons:

 

Staining

Many baby wipes and makeup wipes contain oils or emollients to keep them moist and condition the skin.  When water-based face paint is rubbed at with an oil-based wipe, the oil can interact with the pigment in a way that pushes colour deeper into the pores rather than lifting it off.  This "sets" the colour and makes staining worse and harder to remove.

 

Irritation

The fabric of disposable wipes is not as soft as a washcloth, so scrubbing to get the paint off causes friction that can lead to skin irritation and redness.

Wipes also rely on a combination of chemicals (cleansers and preservatives ) to keep them wet and bacteria-free on the shelf.  These chemicals are designed to be left on the skin, which can  potentially react with the paint and cause stinging or burning sensations, especially for children or those with sensitive skin, and in worst cases cause contact dermatitis.

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How do I care for / remove temporary tattoos?

If looked after properly, a temporary glitter or ink tattoo can last for several days.  They will survive showers and swimming provided they are not scrubbed at and are left to air dry rather than being rubbed with a towel.  

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The adhesive and inks used for temporary tattoos break down when treated with oily products or alcohol, such as in hand sanitiser, so be careful with those unless you want to remove the tattoo.

 

Products which can be used to remove a temporary tattoo are: baby oil, coconut oil, body lotion, or sun / after-sun lotion.  Do not scrub at the skin to remove a tattoo as this will cause skin irritation and discomfort.

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What are the Health & Safety considerations?

Hygiene

While working. clean sponges are used for each person to avoid cross-contamination and a 4-pot system is used for brushes: 

•  1. water with anti-microbial brush cleaner;

• 2. first rinse (water);

• 3. second rinse (water);

• 4. clean painting water.

After an event, all equipment is cleaned and sanitised ready for the next outing.

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Skin Sensitivities and Adverse Conditions

​All the products we use are hypoallergenic, meaning that the manufacturers will have made special efforts in the selection of ingredients and product testing to reduce further the already low incidence of adverse reactions to cosmetic products.  If you have concerns about skin sensitivity, please mention this before painting starts so that we can offer a patch test. 

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There will occasionally be circumstances where it is not advisable to paint or apply glitter tattoos to someone.  This is out of concern for the individuals and other people that wish to be painted, for protection of the equipment, and for the artist's health & safety.  These conditions include, but are not limited to:​​​​​​​​​​​​