- published: 06 Jul 2015
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Liquid latex is often used for special effects make-up and body painting applications. There are several brands of on the market including Maximum Impact, Deviant, Brand X and the only Ammonia free latex from Liquid Latex Fashions. Liquid latex contains about one-third latex, two-thirds water (plus less than one percent ammonia to keep the latex from spoiling and to control the pH of the solution). Liquid latex is sold in jars ranging from 2 oz. through gallon jugs and the consistency is similar to latex house paint. A four ounce jar can typically cover an average sized body. It is typically applied using a disposable sponge and takes about five to ten minutes to dry depending on how thick it is applied. As it dries it solidifies to a rubbery consistency and in the processes ends up shrinking about three percent.
As the latex dries it becomes very tacky and will stick to itself if accidentally folded over. Most manufacturers offer a slick spray for latex once it is dry to take away the tackiness allowing the movement of the model's limbs. Alternatively, shimmer powders can be dusted over dried liquid latex to create metallic effects. One advantage to the tackiness of liquid latex is that it can act as an adhesive to attach things to the paint, such as zippers.
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