Silicone in Prosthetic Makeup
Halloween is fast approaching, and we all know someone with a silicone Halloween mask but what about Halloween makeup?! More specifically, prosthetic makeup. Prosthetic makeup has come a long way in recent years, and one of the most popular materials used in its construction is silicone.
While
many people might not think of silicone when they think of makeup, it is a very
versatile material that can be used to create a variety of different looks.
Silicone is often used to create moulds for facial prosthetics, as it can be
easily shaped and moulded to the contours of the face. It is also durable
and comfortable to wear, making it a good choice for long-wearing makeup.
One of the most popular uses for silicone in prosthetic makeup is creating
special effects like wounds and scars. Silicone can be used to create
realistic-looking wounds, scars, and burns. It can also be tinted to match the
skin tone of the person wearing the makeup, making it look even more
realistic.
Another popular use for silicone in prosthetic makeup is creating animal
features like noses, ears, and horns. This is often seen in movies and TV
shows where someone is playing a character with an animal-like
feature. Silicone is a good choice for this type of makeup because it can
be moulded into the desired shape and then painted to match the character's
fur.
Prosthetic
makeup is ultimately just a fun process of sculpting, moulding and casting
techniques to generate a makeup effects masterpiece. For example, the classic
Nightmare on Elm Street; Freddy Krueger’s makeup was created by David B.
Miller, as he was inspired by playing around with the cheese on a pepperoni
pizza! Next, Kevin Yagher, adjusted the design for the sequels and his
design is what most people picture when they think of Freddy Kruegar today.
So, if you're looking to create a special effect or animal feature with your Halloween makeup this year, consider using silicone! It is a versatile material that can be used to create a variety of different looks.