Until COVID-19 stormed the world, we never imagined the nearly instantaneous impact a virus could have on our society. By no doubt, the virus has changed the way we think, work and live. For some people and businesses these changes have been more impactful than for others. The makeup industry, where person-to-person contact is nearly unavoidable, has been so far one of the most affected sectors when it comes to business reopening and implementing the right sanitary protocols.
With that said, today, more than ever before, it is important for makeup artists to fully understand the composition of makeup products and implement appropriate procedures and application techniques to maintain sanitary environment. The following guide lists the top 15 EBA makeup products including key ingredients and our recommendations when it comes to providing sanitary application.
Products 1-5
EBA ALCOHOL ACTIVATED CUSTOM PALETTES
1. Encore 2. OnAir 3. Master 4. Versa & 5. Slim
What’s in it?
Contains FDA approved pigments, oils and resins activated by 91-99% alcohol or EBA Fuel Activator
Why do we recommend it?
- Alcohol, used as activator can also be used to sanitize the makeup itself, brushes and the palette
- All palettes are fully customizable to create personalized palette dedicated to one actor, project or theme
- Included single pots/colors can be used, removed or replaced individually minimizing product wastage and cross contamination
- With 5 different styles and sizes (Encore, OnAir, Master, Venom & Slim) EBA alcohol palettes are designed to suit different needs including applications while working on set, in studio and makeup trailer
Recommended sanitary application:
- Can be applied with disposable brushes and sponges or splattered
Product 6
EBA ENDURA PAINT
What’s in it?
Contains 65-75% of ethyl alcohol promoting sanitary conditions
Why do we recommend it?
- Offered in a liquid form and packaged by individual color Endura can be used over time in the exact amounts needed preventing product wastage
- Airbrush spray application provides virtually a contact-less application and prevents product contamination
- Because alcohol is a preservative Endura provides longer shelf life than non-alcohol based products
Recommended sanitary application:
- Best if applied via contact-less airbrush application
- Can also be splattered, poured on, applied with disposable sponge or disposable brushes
Product 7
TRANSFUSION BLOOD
What’s in it?
Contains 65-70% ethyl alcohol promoting sanitary conditions
Why do we recommend it?
- Liquid form allows product to be used in desired portions suiting the needs for each project and thus avoiding product contamination, wastage and double dipping
- High alcohol content provides sanitized makeup
Recommended sanitary application:
- Can be splattered, poured on, applied with q-tips and disposable foam or brushes
Product 8
LIQUID HAIR
What’s in it?
Contains 65-75% of ethyl alcohol promoting sanitary conditions
Why do we recommend it?
- Liquid Hair comes individually packaged by color and includes self-contained brush.
- It is an ideal product to be used or dedicated to one actor/model only minimizing wastage and product cross contamination
- High alcohol content provides sanitized makeup
Recommended sanitary application:
- Brush on application with included brush
Product 9
PROSEAL
What’s in it?
Contains 80-90% of ethyl alcohol providing highly sanitary makeup seal
Why do we recommend it?
- Provides contact-less spray application eliminating product cross contamination
- Can be dedicated to one actor/model and refilled as needed
- High alcohol content promotes sanitary application and can sanitize makeup
Recommended sanitary application:
- Fine mist spray bottle or airbrush
Product 10
VODA
What’s in it?
Cont
ains 65-75% of water, preservatives and FDA approved ingredients
Why do we recommend it?
- Liquid form allows product to be used in smaller portions suiting the needs for each project and thus avoiding product contamination, product wastage and double dipping
- Comes with preservatives ensuring 1 year shelf life
Recommended sanitary application:
- Best if applied via contact-less airbrush application
- Can also be splattered, poured on, applied with q-tips or disposable sponges and brushes
Product 11
SILABOND
What’s in it?
Contains proprietary blend of FDA approved silicone fluids and solids
Why do we recommend it?
- Liquid form allows product to be used in desired volumes accommodating the needs for each project and avoiding product contamination, wastage and double dipping
Recommended sanitary application:
- Can be applied with disposable brushes
Product 12
H20 SEAL
What’s in it?
Contains water, acrylic resins and preservatives
Why do we recommend it?
- Self-contained spray application minimizes physical contact and product contamination
- H20 seal can be dedicated to one actor/model and refilled as needed
Recommended sanitary application:
- Fine mist spray bottle or airbrush
Product 13
EVO CREAMS
What’s in it?
Contains proprietary blend of FDA approved silicone fluids and FDA approved ingredients
Why do we recommend it?
- Included single pots/colors can be used individually or replaced as needed minimizing wastage and contamination
- Completely customizable to create personalized palette dedicated to one actor or model only
Recommended sanitary application:
- Disposable brush or sponge
Product 14
VAPORE MAKEUP REMOVER
What’s in it?
Contains 30-40% ethyl alcohol
Why do we recommend it?
- Self-contained spray application minimizes physical contact and product contamination
- ProSeal can be dedicated to one actor/model and refilled as needed
Recommended sanitary application:
- Fine mist spray bottle
Product 15
EBA HAND SANITIZER
What’s in it?
Contains 70% of alcohol and proprietary blend of antiseptic oils and moisturizers
Why do we recommend it?
- It is an effective hand sanitizer designed for daily use without damaging and drying skin
- Fine mist spray application can be used on hands, objects, makeup tools and work stations
- Exclusive blend of antiseptic oils keep sanitizes hands even after alcohol evaporates
- Vitamin E and botanical moisturizers keep hands soft and conditioned when used repeatedly
Recommended sanitary application:
- Fine mist spray application