Mehron Makeup Paradise Makeup AQ Pro Size | Stage & Screen, Face & Body Painting, Special FX, Beauty, Cosplay, and Halloween | Water Activated Face Paint & Body Paint 1.4 oz (40 g) (Black)

When it comes to makeup that's going to withstand the rigors of a high-energy, sweaty event, your options are generally limited. We're talking about an environment that's the ultimate stress test for any cosmetic product, demanding resilience, longevity, and a no-smudge formula. Ladies and gentlemen, in the cacophonous realm of cosmetics, Mehron Makeup Paradise has emerged as an unassailable leader.Let's address the longevity. At a roller derby do, a cacophony of high-speed action, tightly packed bodies, and soaring temperatures, I put this product through its paces. Despite the humidity and the inevitable sweat, not once did I find myself with smudged or faded makeup. The color stayed as vibrant and well-defined at the end of the night as it was at the beginning.Application was a dream. Many products that promise long-lasting coverage often sacrifice ease of application, requiring professional skills to get it just right. The makeup glided smoothly over the skin, providing excellent coverage in a single swipe. There was no need for reapplication or touch-ups, which is often a tedious necessity with lesser brands.One of the most significant marks of a high-quality makeup product is the finish. Cheap products often betray their inferiority by caking or clumping. This formula offers a smooth finish that looks as good up close as it does from a distance. Whether you're across the roller derby rink or taking a selfie, the makeup retains its impeccable appearance.Another feature that cannot go unmentioned is the ease of removal. A makeup that stays on well but requires an industrial solvent to remove can be a deal-breaker. Luckily it excels in this regard as well. Despite its durable formula, the makeup came off effortlessly with cleanser, negating the need for any harsh scrubbing that could irritate the skin.It truly astounded me with its performance. From its superb longevity to its simple application and removal, this product ticks all the boxes for what one would want in a high-endurance makeup.Sorry for the terrible photo, it was the only photo I could find. I used light blue and was Monster High Roller Maze - Lagoona Blue.

Paint worked wonderfully. I’m an amateur & never even wear foundation lol, this stuff was easy enough to work with & looked awesome in pictures & in person, I got compliments all night... got this for Halloween (to be an Alien Hippie), one compact was enough to cover a good majority of my body and have plenty left. I’m sure I could do the look at least once more, maybe even another 2 times with what remains.... I used cheap makeup sponges on my face but it would’ve taken way too long to do my body... 2 of my daughters used paint brushes to help do my arms & back. Application with cheap paint brushes was a little streaky, but once dry it looked great. I have a full sleeve on my right arm, and while I didn’t intend to “cover” my tattoos, the paint did just that. Any splotchiness on that arm was really just a little of my tattoos coming out. I rushed through 2 coats of body paint, I’m sure if we would’ve taken the time to do a light 3rd layer the tattoos would be covered perfectly. I also used the mehron barrier spray in between coats and after the final coat. Let dry completely between applications!! I also did an extra coat (3rd spray total) at the end. That stuff is AMAZING!!! Even the paint on my hands held up through 5 hours of party & looked great. I held cold drinks with condensation, an icy water bottle, picked up babies (rubbing all over my tummy/arms/chest), hugged people... I even cut a lemon at one point with no transfer!! By the end of the night my finger tips were lighter than the rest of my hands but that’s it (you can see in my selfie, that was at the end of the night right before the shower). Very minimal transfer to the inside of my clothing & it came out in one wash. When I showered & just stood under the hot water for a couple minutes, the paint got lighter but didn’t disappear. I was impressed lol ... took a soft loofa sponge & dr bronners soap, paint came right off. No staining of my skin, no break outs, no dryness. LOVE the mehron product line & would definitely order again & again!!! (I originally ordered amazon green but when it arrived it was definitely a darker witch-y green, so I returned & bought the Light Green, seen here in photos. Glad I made the switch.)

I never write reviews but this face make up paint was phenomenal. It went on well, stayed on well and came off well. My skin is sensitive so I was worried but I couldn't feel it at all, it was great- awesome color, so bright. I got many compliments. Came right off easy with make up remover wipes.. Definitely worth it.

Overall, very happy with this purchase. The makeup spread well with a wet makeup sponge and dried quickly. It stayed on well and looked fabulous for my Wicked Witch costume. Several reviews say it came off easily with soap and water. I did not find that to be the case. It did come off but after makeup wipes and washing with soap and water in the sink it was still staining my skin. So I hopped in the shower and washer another 5 times with soap, shampoo, and scrubbed hard with a wash cloth. That worked and the night was a success but if I had to do this nightly for a show… I’d be sure to figure out if there were other makeup wipes and or soap that worked better.

This stuff is amazing. I love it. I will buy it forever due to the easy of application and beautiful coloring and ease of removal(Most of the time) BUT BEWARE- if you have dry skin, put on some lotion before you put this on. It would certainly be worse with other paints but if your skin is dry and cracking this will get into those cracks and be absorbed by your skin which can make it tough to remove completely. The way i've been able to avoid being left with a color left behind in my children's skin is to throw on some moisturizing lotion prior to applying. Great value and the multi color kits are well worth the price and last a long time. Best of all is it's water based so you can always just add a little water and make it into whatever consistency you need!