Mouth FX Kit 2

Mouth FX Kit 2 is a temporary oral colouring system made entirely with food-grade ingredients (FDA certified), designed for special effects on the mouth, lips and teeth. Its vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free and peanut-free formula delivers striking and safe results, with a pleasant vanilla and mint flavour. The kit includes five colours specifically chosen for dramatic effects: Sludge Black, Violent Violet, Mean Green, Rust Orange and Turning Yellow, along with a carrying case and carabiner clip.

Technical specifications

What it is used for

Mouth FX Kit 2 is aimed at professional and amateur SFX makeup artists who need fast, safe and visually impactful oral colouring. The five colours in this kit are selected for dark, horror, fantasy and non-naturalistic character effects. It can be combined with AcrylStains Film Standard or AcrylStains Character for longer-lasting tooth effects on set.

• Horror and zombie characterisations (black, greenish or orange mouth)
• Fantasy effects and science fiction characters
• Theatre, opera and performing arts with close-ups
• Audiovisual productions requiring on-camera oral colouring
• Alternative fashion or editorial photo shoots
• Disease, poison or decomposition effects in SFX makeup
• Combined use with dental prosthetics or mouth appliances for added drama

How to use it

1. Before applying, make sure the mouth is clean and free of any food or drink residue.
2. To cover the entire oral cavity, add 3–4 drops directly onto the tongue and move them around the whole mouth for a few seconds.
3. For localised application (lips, gums, specific area), use a cotton swab or fine brush and coat only the desired area.
4. If you want a more subtle effect, dilute the product with a few drops of water before applying.
5. Mix two or more colours from the kit to obtain custom intermediate shades.
6. To enhance the effect, combine it with AcrylStains Film Standard applied beforehand on the teeth.
7. To remove the colour from the mouth, brush the teeth with toothpaste and rinse with water. Repeat if necessary.
8. To remove the colour from the skin (lips), wash with soap and water or shaving cream and rinse thoroughly.

Usage tips

Mixing colours to expand the palette

The five shades in Kit 2 can be combined with each other to generate a much wider range. Mixing Sludge Black with Mean Green produces a swampy green ideal for zombies. Rust Orange with Turning Yellow gives very convincing jaundice or disease tones. Always test mixes in a small container before applying to control the final shade. If you need a colour palette to complete the facial makeup, the Skin Illustrator palettes are a natural complement to any working kit.

Dilution and intensity control

Colour intensity depends directly on the amount applied and the degree of dilution with water. For more subtle effects in projects where extreme contrast is not required, add a few drops of water to the product before application. For maximum saturation, use the product undiluted and avoid drinking water during the take or scene. Bear in mind that natural saliva tends to dilute the effect over time, so a touch-up may be needed during long shoots.

Compatibility with other SFX makeup materials

Mouth FX is a product exclusively for use on the mouth and lips. It is not formulated for application on silicone prosthetics or on skin other than the lips. For tooth effects that require greater durability during filming, combine it with AcrylStains Character, which provides a base coat on tooth enamel before applying the oral colour. If you are looking to complete the full character makeup, the Skin Illustrator Complexion and Skin Illustrator Dark Fleshtone palettes offer perfect chromatic integration with the darker tones in this kit.

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