Latex body paint - party costume by Topco Sales - review by darthkitt3n

Use

Latex body paint can be used to create your very own sexy outfit, from a bra and panties to a cat suit. Simply paint on whatever you desire with the included foam brushes and peel the paint off when done. Burning Angel's latex paint is available in a hot pink, which starts out pastel pink and dries in a deep pink, almost red. I feel there are tons of occasions latex paint can be used, such as Halloween costumes, parties, or simply for fun between partners. Since you paint this wherever you like, the possibilities are pretty endless.

However, this does present allergy concerns, so those sensitive to latex, ammonia, and sulphur should avoid using this.

Texture / Consistency / Thickness / Viscosity

This paint has the same consistency and thickness as that of average latex house paint. It's runny, sticky, and slick feeling. It's also very easy to spill and will drip off of the foam brush if too much paint is on it. I recommend using a plastic tray or something to catch drips before you go to brush this on, to limit the amount of drips all over the place.

Once this is painted on, it begins to harden. The feeling changes from that of paint to that of a condom or latex clothing. It has a smooth feel to it, especially when there are more layers. One layer will still allow you to feel the texture of the skin through it, especially if you have bumpy skin like me. Also, once this begins to dry on skin, it makes the skin beneath it feel a little tighter or pulled on, since it can't move as freely. It feels similar to the feeling I get when I apply a clay mask to my face.

Taste / Aroma

Since this is a latex paint made with ammonia and other harsh ingredients, it should not be ingested for any reason. The scent is very strong and very stinky. The packaging recommends having the area fully ventilated, so you do need to keep some windows open and, if possible, have some fans running to circulate air. The scent is mostly that of the ammonia, so it smells to me like a lot of cat pee, Windex, and bathroom cleaners.

Once this has dried on the skin, the scent does go away some, which is good, because I don't like the idea of smelling like a bottle of Windex all night. It also smells much worse in greater amounts, i.e. the tub, than it does when it is spread out on skin.

Performance

When applied, it does take a while for this to dry. Between five and ten minutes allows the first layer of latex to dry to the touch, though it does require closer to an hour before that will be fully dry on the skin. So, those looking to paint on a full cat suit can probably expect to be standing for quite a while so as not to smudge the latex. The more layers added after the first coat, the longer the drying time. I only used one coat, which did indeed dry to my touch after about 10 minutes, though I couldn't really tell if it was fully dry after an hour.

The packaging states that this will last for at least eight hours before the latex will begin to peel itself off of the skin. I have not worn it that long, though I have had some on for a while that did feel as tight on my skin when I peeled it off as it did when it first began drying on me.

I definitely have to say, follow the instructions on the tub. I smeared some of this on without first removing hair or rubbing on lotion. I've never gotten a wax before, so I wasn't really expecting the immense amount of pain of having each hair brutally ripped out of my skin by the latex. After that, my skin was really red and irritated for a while. I didn't notice any leftover color on my skin from the paint, though there was some of the scent, which came off after I washed myself up with soap and warm water. If you actually follow the instructions you really should have a painless, or close to, removal. The latex will just peel off in one big piece, so it's easy to remove and get into the trash. I recommend a shower afterwards to remove any possible residue.

While the name of this is "Punk Ass Pink," I don't think it's a really hot pink. It's much closer to red. I would have preferred an actual pink product. I did, though, enjoy the end result of pinkish red gloves fitting perfectly to my skin. Unfortunately, I have absolutely no experience otherwise with latex body paint, so I can't compare this to other products.

Packaging

The paint comes packaged in a 7 x 4.5 inch cardboard box, along with the two foam brushes. The box is in absolutely no way discreet, with pictures of painted girls on three of the sides. One side also displays the contents of the box (paint and two brushes) and the color of the paint when it dries, which is displayed as more of a red than a pink. The back of the box lists a few tips such as painting on swirls or stockings, and tightly securing the lid on the jar before storing. The back also suggests to wait 5 to 10 minutes for the paint to dry. The box is mostly pink, with pink swirls, splatters, and wing designs. Text is all black, and the logos are black and white.

The tub of paint itself has a lot more useful information printed on the label. Unlike the box, the paint tub's label has barely any images, with just the logo and a few pink splatters here and there. I found the instructions to be pretty thorough:

- Use in a well ventilated area
- Stir before use
- Perform a spot test on your skin
- Prepare skin by removing body hair and applying moisturizer
- Prepare the area by covering the ground with a plastic sheet or material
- Apply in smooth, even strokes, or by splattering, dripping, pouring, and spraying
- Wash applicator brushes immediately after use using with cold water and soap
- Allow first coat to dry before applying second
- Multiple coats may be required to achieve desired results
- Add body glitter or silicone body spray to alter the finish of the latex
- Latex dries on skin in 5-10 minutes and will be fully dry in about 1 hour

Removal instructions are also listed, stating that the latex does not block pores and can be simply peeled off of skin. After 8 hours of use, it will begin to peel itself off of the skin. Areas of latex that are attached to skin can be removed by showering and using soap.

Warnings include: Those with sensitive skin or allergies to latex, ammonia, or sulphur should not use this product. A spot test should be performed before use. Discard and discontinue use if a rash appears. Avoid contact internally and with the eyes. Latex will permanently adhere to porous surfaces including fabrics, pets, and furnishings. This is not suitable for use on silver, brass, copper, iron, or bronze.

The container itself is a simple plastic tub, similar to a tub of yogurt. The lid seals on tightly, yet is easy to open, even for those with stubby finger nails. To open, simply press on the plastic tab next to the lid and push the lid up. There is no safety seal underneath the lid, so you do have to be careful to not splatter paint everywhere upon opening the tub.

Personal comments

I wanted to be able to upload some pictures showing off how this looks once dried, as well as a some pictures showing how well this peels off, but I currently have some family problems to attend to. I will most likely upload some pictures in a follow up review in a month or two.