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Ben Nye Makeup

Frends Beauty is a longtime Ben Nye pro makeup retailer, trusted by professionals in film, theater, television, and special effects. Ben Nye is a truly time-tested, fantastic brand, offering everything from foundations, lipsticks, and concealers to dirt powders, blood, and appliance removers. From classic stage makeup to modern kit essentials, we stock the entire range of Ben Nye cosmetics for artists who demand quality, affordability, and performance. Shop Ben Nye products in our Los Angeles store or online.

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  • Ben Nye MagiColor Creme Pencil MC-1 Black with swatch behind it
    Ben Nye MagiColor Creme Pencil
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    Ben Nye MagiColor Creme Pencil

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    What it is: MagiColor Creme Pencils are perfect for adding colorful detail in fantasy, clown, and face paint designs. Keep them sharpened with Sing...

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  • Ben Nye Cake Eye Liner EL-1 Black open compact
    Ben Nye Cake Eye Liner EL-0 White open compact
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    Ben Nye Cake Eye Liner

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    What it is: Cake Eye Liners are water-activated colors that are perfect for creating graphic eye designs, dramatic winged liners, and enhancing the...

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  • Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation NO-1 Pale Biscotte
    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Natural Olive (NO) Series
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    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Natural Olive (NO) Series

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    Expanded series of 84 Matte HD Foundations offer balanced shades that blend smoothly for medium coverage, or layer for more opacity. Ultra-light, H...

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  • Ben Nye Makeup Palettes Fashion Rouge ESP-922
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    Ben Nye Fashion Rouge Palette ESP-922

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    Refillable eight-color palette is fashion-ready. Warm and cool shades are included in soft pink and coral hues for natural highlighting and contour...

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  • Ben Nye Mascara LM-1 Black
    Ben Nye Mascara LM-0 White
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    Ben Nye Mascara

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    Our creamy, smudge-resistant Mascaras intensify focus on the eyes. Bright Mascaras add an edgy accent to eyes. White is ideal to age facial hair an...

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  • Ben Nye Grime FX Coal
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    Ben Nye Grime FX Coal

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    Coal Powder is a product that will find great use in the kits of SFX, Theatrical, Cosplay, and Film & Television artists. Use the powder dry wi...

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  • Ben Nye Mellow Yellow MY-2 Normal with lid behind jar
    Ben Nye Mellow Yellow MY-1 Fair with lid behind jar
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    Ben Nye Mellow Yellow

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    What it is: Ben Nye, Sr. pioneered cover-ups, such as Mellow Yellow, Blue Neutralizer, and Coverette, that have become essential to artists all ove...

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  • Ben Nye F/X Creme Colors FX-1 Medium Plum
    Ben Nye - F/X Creme Colors
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    Ben Nye F/X Creme Colors

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    F/X Creme Colors provide ultra-realism for bruises, abrasions, black eyes, burns and character effects. Set with Neutral Set Colorless Powder. Easy...

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  • Ben Nye Face Powder Super White 1.2oz
    Ben Nye Face Powder Super White All sized jars
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    Ben Nye Face Powder Super White

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    What it is:Super White Powder sets your makeup with white pigments. It is ideal for clown, character, and fantasy makeups as it brightens complexio...

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  • Ben Nye Prosthetic Adhesive AD-1 1oz
    Ben Nye Prosthetic Adhesive bottles all sizes
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    Ben Nye Prosthetic Adhesive

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    What it is: A mastic to securely bond prosthetic appliances to the skin. Retards perspiration. Remove with Remove-It All or Bond Off. Available in ...

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  • Ben Nye Nose & Scar Wax Brown
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    Ben Nye Nose & Scar Wax Brown

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    This modeling wax is pliable, yet firm. Apply to alter facial features, such as a broken nose, extended chin or nose, bullet holes, and wounds. Wax...

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  • Ben Nye Concealer Crayon NP-10 Cool with swatch behind product
    Ben Nye Concealer Crayons
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    Ben Nye Concealer Crayons

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    What it is: For artists on the go, these crayons cover a multitude of imperfections. The series is inspired by Ben Nye’s classics, such as Coverett...

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  • Ben Nye Lumiere Grande Colour pressed shadow lu-2 iced gold
    Ben Nye Lumiere Grande Colour pressed shadow lu-1 ice
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    Ben Nye Lumiere Grande Colour

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    Extreme color powder and enticing shimmer. Pressed pigment-rich Grande Colours apply dry for a softer finish, or with water for enhanced opacity. S...

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  • Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation MH-02 Almond
    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Mojave (MH) Matte Series
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    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Mojave (MH) Matte Series

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    Expanded series of 84 Matte HD Foundations offer balanced shades that blend smoothly for medium coverage, or layer for more opacity. Ultra-light, H...

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  • Ben Nye Creme Character Bases CB-1 Vampira
    Ben Nye Creme Character Bases
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    Ben Nye Creme Character Bases

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    Creme character bases provide the perfect color base for your characters need. In a smooth creme formula it provides consistent application & d...

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  • Ben Nye Theatrical Rouge Palette ESP-924
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    Ben Nye Theatrical Rouge Palette ESP-924

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    Ben Nye's eight-color ensemble is practical and versatile for every working artist. Rich, vibrant colors complement most complexions for endless de...

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  • Ben Nye MXP-2 Artist Palette
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    Ben Nye MXP-2 Artist Palette

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    A MUST HAVE FOR ALL ARTISTS!!! This mixing palette is great for custom blending any media of cosmetics as well as some special fx products. Cleans ...

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  • Ben Nye Five O Sharp Cover FS-1 with lid behind product
    Ben Nye Five O Sharp
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    Ben Nye Five O' Sharp

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    What it is: Five ‘O Sharp is a classic formula that is designed to conceal beard stubble and five o’clock shadows. The concealer is densely pigment...

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  • Ben Nye Eye Definer SL-9 Black
    Ben Nye Eye Definer
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    Ben Nye Eye Definer

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    Eye Definer contains ultra pigmentation in a silky texture for stylish, smudgable eye lining and contour. "Set" with Eye Shadows.

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  • Ben Nye Face Powders Chestnut Translucent 1.2oz jar
    Ben Nye Face Powders Chestnut Translucent Group Photo
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    Ben Nye Face Powders Chestnut Translucent

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    What it is:Chestnut Translucent Talc-Free Powder durably sets makeup to a soft, matte finish. Chestnut Powder is great for deep skin tones with war...

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  • Ben Nye Makeup Palettes MagiCake Aqua Paint CFK-12
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    Ben Nye MagiCake Aqua Paint Palette CFK-12

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    Indispensible for busy artists, especially body and face painters. Twelve indispensible shades are available in refillable metal palettes. Includes...

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  • Ben Nye Media Pro Poudre Compacts Bella HDC-001 Bella 001
    Ben Nye Media Pro Poudre Compacts Bella
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    Ben Nye Media Pro Poudre Compacts Bella

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    Poudre Compact Powders are ultra-light and micro-mild for a matte, satiny finish. Apply Bella and Mojave Series to set Sheer or Matte HD Foundation...

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  • Ben Nye Aqua Glitter Paint AG-1 Gold
    Ben Nye Aqua Glitter Paint
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    Ben Nye Aqua Glitter Paint

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    Bewitching Glitter in a clear liquid dries to a brilliant finish! Apply over makeup or directly to face, hair and body. Brush applicator included. ...

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  • Ben Nye Brush Cleaner BC-1 2oz
    Ben Nye Brush Cleaner
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    Ben Nye Brush Cleaner

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    Effective cleaning solution quickly dissolves all oil-based makeup. Available in convenient spray bottle to quickly clean rouge and powder brushes....

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FAQs

Why do professional makeup artists trust Ben Nye for stage, film, and SFX work?

Ben Nye has been a go-to for working artists for decades because of its exceptional pigmentation, long wear, and wide range of shades and effects. Created by a legendary makeup artist, Ben Nye, the brand was built with professionals in mind. Every formula is performance-tested and designed to hold up under lights, cameras, and high-pressure environments.

How does Ben Nye makeup compare in quality and value to other pro makeup brands?

Ben Nye strikes a rare balance: pro-level performance at a price that’s accessible for beauty students and freelancers alike. Unlike many other brands, Ben Nye offers standard and PRO product sizes, rich color payoff, and durable wear, all without the inflated packaging costs. That’s why it’s a staple in both beauty student and professional kits.

What makes Frends Beauty a trusted source for Ben Nye products?

Frends Beauty has been an authorized retailer of Ben Nye for nearly 60 years, serving generations of artists in Hollywood, Broadway, theater, and beyond. We work directly with the brand to stock fresh inventory, offer exclusive pro discounts, and support artists with product education and support. When you shop with Frends, you know you’re getting the real thing, never expired, never diverted.

Is Ben Nye a good choice for artists just starting out in theatrical or SFX makeup?

Absolutely. Ben Nye makeup is widely recommended by instructors at cosmetology schools for its affordability, versatility, and professional-grade results. From beginner character wheels to their wide range of on-set prosthetic makeup, Ben Nye helps new artists build confidence without breaking the bank, and the products are plenty good enough to keep using as your career grows.

Can I get a discount on Ben Nye products as a professional artist?

Yes! Frends Beauty proudly offers a PRO discount to qualified artists, including makeup professionals, beauty students, educators, and industry creatives. If you're eligible, you can apply for our Frends With Benefits PRO program and begin saving on Ben Nye and other PRO brands, because we believe in supporting artists at every level.

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Ben Nye Cosmetics for Professional Results

Ben Nye makeup is designed for professionals seeking stellar results. These tried and true products are must-haves in the kits of FX artists getting their talent ready for an audience or a shoot. Popular items, like the Ben Nye Creme Personal Kit, Ben Nye Final Seal, and Ben Nye Luxury Banana Powder, are go-tos for artists who work under lights, sweat, or long days on set. For setting your work with confidence, the Ben Nye Colorless Face Powder Neutral Set and Pretty Pink Translucent Powder are also staples across makeup artists worldwide.

Want to build characters or create effects? Try the classic Ben Nye Clown White or Creme Colors. For more advanced FX looks, artists use products like the Nose & Scar Wax, Fresh Scab, and the EW-4 Master Bruise Wheel for realistic trauma makeup.

Ben Nye carries character kits that come with everything you need for convenient backstage prep.

But you can even use Ben Nye products for everyday makeup looks that are elevated with creamy and blendable formulas. Browse contour kits, tattoo cover formulas, cream foundations, Ben Nye powders, lip palettes, and so much more.

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Experts in FX Makeup

As a long-standing Ben Nye makeup retailer, we also offer PRO pricing through our Frends With Benefits program for licensed estheticians and cosmetology professionals, beauty students, and working makeup artists.

Frends Beauty has one clear mission: Deliver high-quality SFX makeup and gear for professional results. Our legacy goes back to 1940, and today we’re the industry’s one-stop shop for professional beauty supplies. Whether you’re browsing online or shopping in Los Angeles, brands like Ben Nye are always on our shelves. If you think our products are top-notch, wait till you meet our staff. They’re experienced beauty and hair experts who can offer practical guidance with building or restocking your kit. Visit us today!