Thread: Does anyone know where I can buy some make-up that won't come off as I sweat?

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This is a minor issue I face almost yearly when I dress as Jason. I need some dark gray make-up that will stay on my face no matter how much I sweat.

If you want something that will last then you need to buy something oil based not water. you can buy that at any Halloween store during the season or you can buy it online. Also after you put the grey makeup on put some translucent powder on over it to set the makeup it helps to keep it on. Hope this helps!!

Setting makeup helps a ton. I sweat horribly and it works.

...or you could upgrade to some alcohol based makeups, I'm finally getting to work with them on makeups and they are crazy good. Try Skin Illustrator

Ben Nye brand is always great to use. It's a stage make up so its meant to last under hot bright stage lights. You can get it on line or local costume stores will carry it.

Alcohol makeup such as Skin Illustrator or Reel Creations would be your best bet. I've used it on several films where characters need to be in baths or showers.

-Chris

I agree with the Ben Nye, good stuff! But also if you set with a similar colored eyeshadow works too!

ben nye from sillyfarm dot com they are cheap compared to other places I have shopped for paints

Make sure you powder after you apply the makeup, and then brush the excess powder off with a big makeup brush. It will really help set the makeup.

Remember, you will be hot and sweaty, and the mask will probably be physically rubbing against your skin all night. Ben Nye is great stuff, but no cream or pancake makeup will not hold up for long against that kind of abuse.

-Chris