How to Make Face Paint Stay in Place

Last Updated: October 21, 2021

Face painting is done for many reasons, for instance, Halloween, stage performance or festivals. It is easy to put it on but keeping it in place maybe a challenge, especially in hot weather or when you have to keep it on for long. Start with step 1 below for several methods on how to make your face paint stay in place!

Method 1

Method 1 of 4:

Using Baby Powder

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Before you put your paint on, wash your face with face wash to get rid of all the oil form your face. Then pat dry your skin with a towel.
2
Apply a pea-sized amount of cold cream all over your face. Apply only a little because you do not want a slippery face as a result of applying too much cream.

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3
Smear grease paint all over your face using your fingers. Even out the paint to all the areas of your face. Apply extra amount to the areas most likely to produce sweat such as nose, temple, hair line and under your chin.
4
After your face is covered in paint, take some baby powder. Using your fingertips, gently dab the powder to add a protective later over your paint.

Method 2

Method 2 of 4:

Using Hairspray

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Apply your face paint as desired.
2
Simply spray your face with hairspray. The spray will prevent your face paint from dripping.

Method 3

Method 3 of 4:

Using Primer

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If you already do not own a primer, you can get them in any drugstore. Apply primer all over your face before you paint your face.
2
Apply your face paint as normal.

Method 4

Method 4 of 4:

Using Setting Spray

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Apply your face paint. Make sure the look is complete before you move on, since setting spray will make it stay that way, at least temporarily.
2
Spray your face with setting spray after you have painted your face. Setting spray is used after makeup to keep it in place.

Community Q&A

Question

How do I remove the face paint?

Community Answer

You can remove face paint with warm soapy water. Rub gently and if it still visible, use a shower loofah to scrub it off.
Question

How do I wash face paint off?

Community Answer

To wash face paint, just use regular face soap and water and wash your face like normal.
Question

Can step 4 kill me? He was spraying it directly into his mouth.

Chantel

Community Answer

No, step won't can't kill you. When you are spraying your face with the setting spray, you can close your mouth and hold your breath if you don't want to inhale the spray.