How to Make Green Face Paint

Making homemade face paint is a fun and easy activity that is good for any age group. Homemade face paint can be less expensive and healthier for the skin than pre-made kits at arts and crafts stores. The supplies for making face paint can be found in most kitchens. If you don't already have the supplies, all it takes is a short and hassle-free trip to the grocery store. Green face paint can be used for Halloween costumes, a festive St. Patrick's Day or a creative birthday party.

Things You'll Need

• 1 tsp. cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp. cold cream
• Small container
• Water
• Green food coloring
• Soap

Instructions

1. Mix the cornstarch and cold cream within the small container.

2. Add the water and mix thoroughly.

3. Add the green food coloring slowly, until the mixture becomes the desired shade of green.

4. Paint designs on skin.

5. Once finished, wash off the face paint with soap and water.

Tips & Warnings

• A flour and light corn syrup combination can be substituted for cold cream.

• Try adding a small amount of yellow or blue food coloring to the mixture. This can make a range of colors from chartreuse to turquoise.

• There is a chance that a skin rash can occur from the food coloring. Test a small dab and watch for a reaction before putting the paint on a larger area.

References

• Easy Homemade Recipes: You can make your own face paint