How safe are the face paints you use?
I use only the highest quality professional-grade face paints especially designed for use on children. For example, the Snazaroo brand paints that I predominantly use are very gentle and...

These paints also have an especially strong preservation system making them very safe and virtually germ-free.  However, it is still very important for me to be presented with clean faces before painting begins. Also, I only use cosmetic grade glitter. Craft store glitter is metallic, has sharp edges and can severely damage the eyes.

Please Note: Acrylic, tempera or other “non-toxic” craft paints are not considered safe for use on the face, nor are they intended for such use. They may contain nickel, as well as other ingredients that may cause discomfort, irritation and potentially a severe allergic reaction. Also, these paints are hard to remove from the skin, often causing irritation.

What is the best way to take face paint off?
The face paints I use come off amazingly easy! It is best to use warm water and a mild soap or baby shampoo with a soft wash cloth. As a backup, non-alcoholic baby wipes also work, but are not recommended for use around the eye area. Whichever you use (soap, baby shampoo or wipes) make sure it’s gentle, high-quality and fragrance-free.  Also, the face paints I use won’t hurt if they get in the eyes...just rinse well with clean water.

For safety and sanitary reasons, Face Painting Fantastiqué will not paint anyone who appears to be sick or suffering from cold sores, a runny nose, conjunctivitis, any infectious skin conditions or open wounds. In these cases, sometimes a design can still be painted on the cheek, arm or hand.

Also, though it is extremely unlikely, it is possible that a person with skin allergies may react to professional-grade face paints. If you or your child has severe skin allergies, please inform the artist BEFORE painting begins. For people with severe skin allergies the face is often most sensitive, so it may still be possible to paint the arm or hand. Again, please discuss any details and concerns with the artist BEFORE painting begins.