• I am covered with public liability insurance and have an enhanced CRB disclosure certificate.

• The products used are hypoallergenic which should help to minimise the chance of a reaction. If concern remains over sensitivity to products please request a skin patch test prior to painting. Painting children less than 30 months is not recommended due to skin sensitivity.

• I use only professional paints and products approved by the EU/EEC and FDA for their specialist use. Paints include anti fungal, anti bacterial and anti mould agents. Equipment is thoroughly cleaned after each session. The highest level of hygiene control is strictly adhered to including a ‘1 sponge per face’ policy to minimise cross infection. 

• I reserve the right to refuse to paint a person where it is judged inappropriate due to age or behaviour.  If a child cannot keep still enough to have their face painted safely, an alternative area may be painted if suitable. I will NOT under any circumstances paint a child who clearly does not wish to be painted, shows confusion, distress or anxiety or who is asleep, regardless of parents’ wishes.

• I would be grateful if dirt or food could be cleaned from a child’s face before painting.

• I reserve the right to refuse to paint areas on individuals that show symptoms of medical conditions, including, but not limited to; cold sores, open wounds/broken skin, heavy cold with runny nose, conjunctivitis, various infectious skin diseases or infected skin. The artist may be able to paint on an alternative area – please ask.

• I am able to paint individuals with non-contagious skin conditions as long as there is no broken skin or infection or a known potential to worsen the condition. I would request that clients are understanding of this decision.

• I ask all clients and volunteers at events not to use or touch my face painting equipment under any circumstances as I need these to make my living.

• I will not take responsibility for the welfare and safety of children waiting to be painted. Please ensure children are supervised while waiting. 

• I use hypoallergenic paints but allergic reactions though rare, cannot be ruled out. I do not take personal responsibility for allergic reactions. A patch test will always be performed prior to painting if there is concern over sensitivity. Please do ask.

• Please do not ask me to paint offensive symbols or paint on inappropriate areas of the body. Requests of this nature will be refused without being in breach of any contract or agreement.

• I always use water-soluble paints and in nearly all cases they are non-staining. I promise to take care in their use but will not take responsibility for spilled paint or soiled clothing so please provide adequate protection where necessary.

For more information about standards to expect from a face painter please visit www.facepaint.co.uk or www.fpi-org.co.uk.