Mehron Makeup Paradise Makeup AQ 8 Color Island Palette (formerly Pastel Palette) | Body Paint & Face Paint Palette | Professional & Water Activated | SFX, Halloween, & Cosplay

Doesn't take much paint at all. Stays put especially if you set it. Washes off great. Can't wait to use this palette of colors more.

I definitely recommend getting the waterproofing mixing liquid if you plan to use this around your eyes for an all day look where you might sweat or have your eyes water, as I learned on the set of a movie I used these for, because you will get paint in your eyes and you won't be able to see. But even without it, it lasted me all day, on a hot day, moving around in full victorian long sleeve, high collar clothes, and it looked amazing. I got lots of compliments from the rest of the cast, even the lead actor and director of the film. I will be getting more of these paints. As is, I need to get more white, because I used most of it up for my clown looks already. And I'll also be investing in the waterproofing mixing liquid for next time.

This was everything I hoped it would be! You use these kind of like those kids water color paint palettes: get some water on a brush and agitate that into the dry makeup cake. This kit comes with a brush that's good for most general work, but you may prefer to invest in an assortment of brushes for detailed work or a larger brush or sponge for more broad application of product. This product dried very quickly on my skin, and I could mix the colors to meet my needs (but you might want to do that on a separate surface or on the mirror in the kit if you want to keep the color cakes pristine). On that note this palette does come with a very nice and very large mirror. I did a test of the makeup (I attached a photo) and wore it for an hour. I put makeup on my face and chest and just moving around the house the makeup held up well. Afterwards it washed off easily with soap and water as advertised. I have sensitive skin but had no reaction to this product.Some extra things to note:In addition to the Mehron makeup/paint in this look, I did achieve some shading with and eyeshadow on top of the dried paint (although some shading was done with the paint as well).I used eyeliner to line my eyes rather than bringing the face paint right up to my lashline, just to be safe.This look was sealed with a makeup setting spray.Despite setting the makeup, I would caution that this makeup is probably not the best for situations where you might be sweating a lot (like an outdoor fair) since sweat will break this makeup down (these are water activated paints/makeup).The instructions for this palette recommend to not use the red, yellow, or orange around the eyes and to not use the blue or green on the lips. To be safe it might be prudent to use regular cosmetics in those areas if you needs those colors. Option: At the time that I'm writing this NYX has a colorful eyeshadow palette called ULTIMATE in USP04 BRIGHTS that is pigmented and affordable (in my opinion).I recommend always testing the product before the particular event you are planning for if possible, just to make sure the product is compatible with your skin and works the way you want it to.Amazon experience: at the time I'm writing this Amazon is fulfilling the orders of this product. The first palette I received was completely busted and broken (shattered mirror and all). I called Amazon and they very quickly worked with me to fix the issue. The second palette they sent me was perfect.

I absolutely loved this product! I’m usually scared to use face paint because I have sensitive skin but this one was great. The pigment in each color was pretty high quality. I had no issues adding color to my face and the paint dried quickly. The paint was neither easy to smudge once on and neither dripped if water was sprinkled on it by accident. Most importantly, the paint lasted almost perfectly for hours (even on my lips!) and was pretty easy to remove with water and a regular face cleanser afterwards.

I love Mehron makeup, and this should have been a five star item. Gave it four because there are a couple chips around the edges and more than two are cracked, like they’ve sat on the shelf too long. So it’s like a freshness issue. And these things aren’t a huge deal since water is added, and you don’t have to rely on a smooth surface. Plus, it’s not as if any are shattered. But I also found a wet spot on the green. What’s the wet spot from? I mean, it was kind of sticky, too. All in all, I’m very happy I purchased the palette and during the Prime event so I’m not going to complain too much as it was a good discount at somewhere around $22 bucks. But it didn’t deserve my usual %100 rating is all, in this case.My number one reason for purchasing Mehron is that it doesn’t irritate my skin as other makeup does. I use these as eyeliner, and they don’t sting my eyes nor the surrounding skin. I had just purchased a regular liquid drug store brand and had to throw it out because it stung so bad. Plus, I hate those skinny, flimsy little brushes provided as applicators. I love the smooth application of these as liquid eyeliner and without the fall out of powders. I wanted the palette so I can swap them individually as the small ones come in flimsy plastic (because they’re meant for these palettes) and are prone to fall out while using. Anyhoo, I wanted to give these reasons for anyone reading who is considering trying these maybe for the first time.Oh, and when it goes on, it stays on. It doesn’t smudge. It doesn’t flake. And the prices are really good. I’m not into lux brands, and I don’t need the latest trends. I’ll come back to add further info if anything else comes up.