make your own face paint.

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Face Paint

• 1 tsp. corn starch
• 1/2 tsp. water
• 1/2 tsp. cold cream
• Food coloring

Stir together starch and cold cream until well-blended. Add water and stir. Add food coloring. Using a small brush paint designs on child's face. Remove with soap and water. Store in airtight container.

Face Paint for larger areas

• 1 tbsp. solid shortening
• 2 tbsps. cornstarch
• Food coloring

Mix shortening and starch together until smooth. Add food coloring. Use a sponge or your fingers to apply to face. Great for turning faces green on Halloween. Remove with soap and water. Store in airtight container.