Liquid Latex Body Painting Guidelines

The best preparation for applying Liquid Latex body paint is to remove hair from areas of the body to be painted, otherwise the latex will pull hair out of the skin when it is removed and could cause some discomfort. However, it is not always necessary, as Liquid Latex can be removed from moderate amounts of body hair with little effort (see ' Removing Liquid Latex '  ). Body hair may also be trimmed very short instead of shaving. You should coat the skin with a liberal amount of moisturising lotion for easier removal. Any standard lotion will work. Let the lotion absorb completely into the skin. If Latex is to be worn for a long period of time lotion may not be necessary as natural perspiration will usually help release the latex over time. A light vegetable oil can be used to coat areas with heavier hair growth. If coating the face be sure Liquid Latex has properly vented. A light coating of vegetable oil or petroleum jelly on the eyebrows will allow easier removal. Keep Liquid Latex out of eyes, mouth, ears and nose. Applying liquid latex Firstly, shake the latex container to disperse any settlement, then open and allow it to vent for a few moments. This will help to dissipate the odour produced by the slight ammonia content. For best results use foam brushes (supplied free) or foam rollers. Most bristle brushes will create unevenly painted surfaces. However, very soft bristle art brushes may be used for detail work by first soaking the bristles in soap & water to keep the latex from drying on the brush. Latex will dry quickly on the brush or roller if it is not kept saturated in wet latex. Be sure to dip the applicator frequently to prevent latex drying on it and pulling dried latex off of skin. Foam applicators may be rinsed or stored in water. Dry thoroughly before reusing. If latex has clumped on the applicator, replace it for best results. Liquid Latex body paint will be lighter in colour when wet, then dry to a darker colour (i.e. black will look grey when wet, red will look pink when wet). For a totally opaque coverage, we recommend painting three to four coats (depending on skin tone and colour) less if you prefer a more semitransparent look. The thicker the latex, the more durable it will be. Apply Latex body paint smoothly and evenly, allowing each coat to dry completely before applying the 2nd coat. Rushing top coats will make the undercoats dry slower. Use a hair dryer and/or heater to speed up drying after applying. Don't use heat to dry Liquid Latex while painting it on. This will cause latex to dry on the applicator and cause poor results. Foam brushes and rollers should be disposed of if latex has dried on them as they will not produce adequate results. Latex body paint can also be applied directly with the hands for fun and sensuality, but will not result in smooth, even finishes. 500ml of latex body paint will cover approximately 1/2 the body in three coats, or both arms and legs in three coats. One litre of body paint will cover approximately an entire body in three coats. As requested, we now supply 550ml bottles of latex at the 500ml price to cater for larger people. After the final coat has been applied and appears touch dry, the latex will first be tacky. Don't allow two tacky surfaces to come into contact with each other (especially under the arm area) or the latex may tear and separate from the skin. To avoid this, the latex must be allowed to dry completely, until it is no longer tacky. Gentle heat from a hair drier will speed up the drying process as explained above. Any tears can easily be patched up with more body paint. Liquid latex will shrink approximately 3-4% as it dries, creating a sensual, tight feeling. Depending on your activities and the thickness of the applications, latex body paint should last many hours before it begins to separate slightly from the skin. If latex is painted entirely around body or body parts, it will continue to cling to the body and can still be worn for an unlimited time. Generally, it can be worn out for an entire day or night, can be worn in water, and will last many hours through photo shoots, performances, and many other activities. Small rips or tears can be patched by painting over the area with a fresh coat. Removing Liquid Latex Latex body paint can be removed from smooth skin by simply peeling it off. If there is hair on the skin, it may be pulled out by the latex and can be uncomfortable (see ' Before Applying Latex Body Pant ' above). If  latex has been applied over moderate to abundant hair, it is recommended that the body paint be removed in a hot shower or bath with soap. The latex will not dissolve, but may be rubbed off in pieces much easier as the moisture of the water help release it from the skin or hair. Be very careful to collect the latex to keep it from clogging the drain. If latex is stuck to areas with more hair or gets onto head hair, use baby oil and a comb to break down the latex and remove it. Liquid latex cannot be removed from fabrics, clothing or carpeting.  Custom Latex Clothing Liquid Latex will coat non-stretch absorbent fabrics such as denim and elastic-stretch fabrics such a Lycra and Spandex. It does not coat fabrics such as t-shirt cotton, as it will not retain its elasticity and will easily stretch out. Painting can be done while the garment is on the body, but drying time will be greater than painting onto the skin. Use a hair dryer or heater to speed up drying after application. Plastic wrap can be used on the body to keep latex from soaking through and sticking to the skin. Be sure to keep fabric from folding while it dries or it will stick to itself and cause poor results. Be sure the final coating has dried completely or it will stick to itself when folded. Be sure not to use petroleum-based products on your latex, as it will ruin. Other uses Liquid Latex can also be used for a multitude of other useful purposes, such as coating the bottom of area rugs to avoid slippage, coating tool handles or bicycle lock chains, creating moulds and figures, temporary protection from sharp edges, creating various kinds of artwork and much, much more! Liquid latex is non-toxic and biodegradable.  Latex will react corrosively with certain metals such as silver, iron, copper, brass or bronze, so contact between latex and such metals should be avoided. Metals such as aluminium and stainless steel are generally not reactive with latex. Latex body paint is generally safe for external use on persons over the age of 10, but should only be applied to children under strict adult supervision. Dispose of responsibly Allow liquid latex to solidify before disposal. Mix with either sand, cat litter, sawdust or some other absorbant material and leave uncovered in an area well away from children, pets and wildlife. Do not pour liquid latex down the sink or toilet as it will solidify inside the waste pipes and cause a blockage. Health & Safety For external use only. Patch test skin before full application. Do not apply to broken or inflamed skin. Discontinue use if irritation occurs and wash affected area with soap and water. If symptoms persist seek medical advice. Keep liquid latex out of eyes, mouth, ears, nose and hair. Liquid latex will bond to hair and fabric. Either remove body hair or trim very short prior to application.To aid removal of latex, coat skin with moisturiser prior to application. Not to be used by children without adult supervision. Keep out of reach of children. Use in a ventilated area and avoid inhaling fumes. Contains ammonia <1%. In cases of ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, drink plenty of water, seek medical attention. Incases of eye contact: Remove any contact lenses before rinsing. Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eyelids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice. Not suitable for use as a contraceptive. This information is intended as a guide only. Use at your own risk. HOME | BUY | GUIDELINES | SHIPPING | GALLERY | CONTACT | VIDEO | PRINTER VERSION