Skin Imitator 30 g A+B -Silicone adhesive for make-up effects-

Skin Imitator is an adhesive platinum silicone formulated by SculptGel to create makeup effects directly on skin: open wounds, scars, burns, lacerated skin and all types of prosthetic effects for direct contact. This 30 g format is a two-part kit —flesh-coloured base (Part A) and catalyst (Part B)—, designed for small effects, touch-ups or to test the material, with a cure time of just 5-7 minutes on skin. If you also need the transparent base and thinner, you'll find them in the 200 ml kit.

Technical specifications

What it's used for

Skin Imitator is designed for makeup artists, special effects artists and professionals in the film and theatre industry who need to create realistic makeup effects applied directly to the actor's or model's skin, with minimal working time and a very natural result. The flesh base is matched to Key-Pigment Medium Flesh for seamless integration with existing silicone prosthetics.

• Open wounds and realistic-looking lacerations
• Scars, keloids and aged skin
• Burns and blister effects
• Blending prosthetic edges directly onto skin
• Torn or peeled skin effects for film, theatre and photography
• Makeup applications for character competitions and events

How to use it

1. Thoroughly clean and dry the area of skin where you will apply the effect. Any residue of grease, cream or sweat can inhibit adhesion.
2. Mix the flesh base (Part A) with the catalyst (Part B) in the ratio indicated by SculptGel. Stir well until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.
3. Apply the mixture to the skin using a spatula, brush or directly with your finger depending on the desired effect. Model quickly: you have between 1 and 3 minutes of working time before curing begins.
4. Allow to cure for 5-7 minutes. Once cured, the silicone bonds to the skin in a flexible, movement-resistant way.
5. Paint the effect with paints compatible with platinum silicone or with Collodion to accentuate areas of tension or scarring.
6. To remove, peel gently from the edges. No aggressive solvents required.

Usage tips

Flesh base ready to integrate

The flesh base, calibrated to match Key-Pigment Medium Flesh, reduces subsequent makeup time and makes the transition between the prosthetic and real skin easier. Since it comes pre-pigmented, the effect blends with the skin tone from the very first layer.

Work at a stable room temperature

The 5-7 minute cure time is calculated at around 20-25 °C. In heat (film sets with lights, hot days, very warm skin), curing accelerates and working time is drastically reduced. If you need more manipulation time, work in a cool environment or apply the mixture onto the spatula before transferring it to the skin. In cold conditions the process slows down, which can be useful for complex effects.

Integration with silicone prosthetics

If you are integrating Skin Imitator with PlatSil Gel-00 or other platinum silicones, make sure the prosthetic is fully cured before contact. To blend the edges of encapsulated prosthetics onto skin, consider using an encapsulant such as Key-Cap Plastic before applying Skin Imitator, as this will improve adhesion of the final makeup. Remember that Skin Imitator is NOT compatible with tin silicone moulds or surfaces such as EASYL 3520 or Silastic 3481, as tin inhibits the cure of platinum.

Frequently asked questions