Safety Code of Practice

Fancy Faces is dedicated to providing the most hygienic service possible. We ensure that all steps are taken to ensure that diseases of any kind are not transferred from client to client through the medium of face painting.

We use a clean sponge for each and every client. We do however appreciate being presented with clean faces to be painted. Please wipe little noses too.

We use only the highest quality, professional approved products, which are purely designed for use on the skin. Our imported paints are hypoallergenic and comply with FDA & EEC cosmetic regulations. They include antibacterial properties to help prevent against spreading infection.

However, this does not preclude an allergic reaction. Artists are not liable for allergic reactions to paints, or what you remove them with. So if your child has very sensitive skin, or is allergic to a range of common products, please do discuss this before the child is painted. It is always possible to carry out a patch test, or to paint a small design on the hand (where skin is less sensitive) to be on the safe side. As with any child having peanut or food allergies, they depend on you to err on the side of caution!

Why is paint safety Important?

Please NEVER allow your child to be painted with acrylic or tempera paints. Some face painters are uninformed or prefer to use these inexpensive craft paints and glitters, despite the health risks. These types of paints can cause rashes, itching, burns, blisters, and even scars. They have not been approved by the FDA for use on skin, and most are specifically labeled as "Not for use on skin“. Many contain cancer-causing agents and other chemicals. Unlike cosmetic glitter, craft glitter should NEVER be used on the face, and certainly nowhere near the eyes where it can cause permanent eye damage!

If a child is reluctant to have his or her face painted, the painter will NOT comply with the wishes of the parent or caregiver over the desire of the child! Young children do not always understand face painting - someone they do not know is doing something to them, which they cannot see - so a small design on the hand may be more enjoyable for them. They can see what is being done, feel in control of the situation, and can look at it and enjoy it for the rest of the day.

Fancy Faces will not paint anyone who, in the opinion of the painter, appears to be suffering from a cold sore, conjunctivitis or any other infectious skin complaint. Similarly, eczema, open cuts and grazes are not suitable surfaces to paint. However, a design on the cheek, hand, shoulder or arm is perfectly possible.

The face paints easily washes off with soap and water, or quality baby wipes. No peeling or scrubbing required!
Our face paints generally wash off clothing very easily. Artists will use reasonable care, but are not responsible for damage to clothing or property.

Due to safety reasons, children are not permitted to play in the artists’ work area. However, should this happen the artists will not be liable for any injuries.