"What's in My Makeup Kit?" features my favorite makeup item in my makeup box. Today's item is "Skin Prep" wipes by Smith & Nephew. When you apply prosthetics on an area that moves a lot, the prosthetics tend to lift up from the skin. This protective wipe is originally made for medical purposes. It will create a layer to protect the skin when you use medical glue. The positive side effect of this wipe is a slightly sticky feeling. I wipe the skin with the wipe first and let it

"What's in My Makeup Kit?" features my favorite makeup item in my makeup box. Today's item is a little different. It is an announcement for my book, "Practical Magic: Ultimate Guide for the Art of Special Effects Makeup"!!! “Koji created this book out of a passion for prosthetic makeup, and each step is clearly explained and thoroughly documented. I highly recommend it to both beginners and experienced professionals, as there is always something to learn from different approa

"What's in My Makeup Kit?" features my favorite makeup item in my makeup box. Today's item is "Makeup Bag" for working filming sets. Working on set is very time-consuming. When I hear "Last Look!" I need to head out to my actor ASAP and do makeup touch-ups within 5 minutes. Sometimes, I have to watch more than 10 actors within this limited time. In order to do that, I take this clear set bag. I can see through everything in this bag, so I will know where they are. Most makeup

"What's in My Makeup Kit?" features my favorite makeup item in my makeup box. Today's item is "Tancho Hair Wax" for creating perfect flat hair. Tancho Hair Wax was created by the Japanese company "Mandom" in 1933. It was originally made for male office workers to keep their hair styled flat. Now, they have added a Japanese cherry blossom scent, and it is used for female hairstyling as well. This is very useful for fuzzy hair near the hairline. When you do not want to use hair

"What's in My Makeup Kit?" features my favorite makeup item in my makeup box. Today's item is "Special Effects Guide to Real Human Wounds and Injuries" for makeup references. Making special effects makeup look realistic is very important. Some artists might say, "just put blood on it." However, just putting blood can make it look either realistic or just messy. This book will show you "real" injuries. I normally show this book to my director before applying makeup. That way,

"What's in My Makeup Kit?" features my favorite makeup item in my makeup box. Today's item is "Opsite Tape" for prosthetic emergencies & blood effects. This is a non-latex flexible medical tape for skin protection and attaching medical sensors. Since it is translucent, I use this for prosthetic emergencies. Sometimes, after many hours of filming with a prosthetic, edges get peeled and do not go back to the skin anymore. Then, I use this tape. I trim it into small pieces and t