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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 MediaPro HD Concealer & Adjusters 18 Color Palette HDAP-10 open, all colors visible
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    Ben Nye MediaPro HD Concealer & Adjusters Palette HDAP-10

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    The 18-Color Concealer & Adjuster Palette is a comprehensive selection of concealer and neutralizer shades that will cover you in just about an...

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  • Ben Nye Essential Eye Shadow Palette ESP-912
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    Ben Nye Essential Eye Shadow Palette ESP-912

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    Our Essential Eye Shadow Palette is all you'll need for every style of makeup including print, bridal and film. This "Go-To" palette is filled with...

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  • Bronzing Body Ting 1oz BT-0
    Bronzing Body Tint all sizes from smallest to largest
    $5.00 - $22.00
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    Ben Nye Bronzing Body Tint

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    What it is:Bronzing Body Tint is a water-resistant liquid body bronzer that flawlessly simulates a sun-kissed glow. It’s buildable quality makes it...

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  • Ben Nye Professional Clown Series
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    Ben Nye Professional Clown White Lite Series

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    Clown White Lite's creamy, bright white formula is ideal for performers who prefer a lighter texture. Professionals who use our Lite formula say it...

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  • Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation IS-1 Special White
    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation International (IS) Series
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    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation International (IS) 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 Matte HD Foundation BE-1 Cameo
    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Soft Beige (BE) Series
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    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Soft Beige (BE) 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 Matte HD Foundation SA-1 Au Lait
    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Sahara (SA) Series
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    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Sahara (SA) 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 Bella Palette STP-53 Color List
    Ben Nye Bella Palette STP-53
    $58.00 - $58.00
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    Ben Nye Bella Palette STP-53

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    The Bella Poudre Palette provides you with the 8 widely used shades of pressed setting powders in a compact and kit friendly option. These shades a...

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  • Ben Nye Professional Creme Series FP-10 Big Top Auguste
    Ben Nye Professional Creme Series
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    Ben Nye Professional Creme Series

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    High-intensity Creme Colors provide essential detail and dimension from subtle to vibrant character designs. Set with Neutral Set Powder. Easy clea...

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  • Ben Nye Mojave Luxury Powder Dark Cocoa 1.2oz
    Ben Nye Mojave Luxury Powder Dark Cocoa all sizes
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    Ben Nye Mojave Luxury Powder Dark Cocoa

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    What it is:Dark Cocoa Luxury Powder provides a flawless matte complexion that will give you a brilliant, illuminated look. It helps diffuse texture...

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  • Ben Nye Coverette Cover-Up CC-1 Ultra Fair in jar with lid behind
    Ben Nye Coverette Cover-Up CC-0 Ultra lite in jar with lid behind
    $9.50 - $9.50
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    Ben Nye Media Pro HD Coverette Concealer

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    What it is: Coverette Cover-Up is a creme designed to conceal post-op skin discoloration, scar tissue, and birthmarks. The concealer is densely pig...

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  • Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation CE-1 Fairest
    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Cine (CE) Series
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    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Cine (CE) 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 Glitz It Glitter Gel
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    Ben Nye Glitz It Glitter Gel 1oz

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    Iridescent Opal Ice glitter is suspended in an invisible gel that quickly dries to a matte finish. Great for all over sparkling effects on face, ha...

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  • Ben Nye Lip Color Black LCS-1
    Ben Nye Lip Color
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    Ben Nye Lip Color

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    Ben Nye Classic Lip Colors come in daring and theatrical shades for rich color that lasts for hours! Creamy pigment glides on and is packaged in st...

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  • Ben Nye Olive-Brown Matte HD Palette BFP-12
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    Ben Nye Olive-Brown Matte HD Palette BFP-12

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    Palette includes 12 vital shades from the Sahara, Maple Mojave Series. Set with Mojave Compact or Luxury Powders. 12 Colors: RMH-02 Almond RNO-7 S...

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  • Ben Nye makeup palettes Primary Creme LKP-1
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    Ben Nye Primary Creme Palette LKP-1

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    Ben Nye's unsurpassed creme formula provides instant color for brilliant design options. For best results, set with Neutral Set Powder. Also comes ...

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  • Ben Nye Lumiere Luxe Powder LX-1 Ice
    Ben Nye Lumiere Luxe Powder
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    Ben Nye Lumiere Luxe Powder

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    Dust Luxe Powder over bare skin or apply over finished makeup for striking luminescence. For total "liquid color" coverage, blend with LiquiSet or ...

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  • Ben Nye Grime FX Dirt
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    Ben Nye Grime FX Dirt

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    These realistic details can play a huge role in conveying a character’s authenticity Dirt Powder is a product that will find great use in the kits ...

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  • Ben Nye MediaPRO Creme Rouge Natural Glow CR-200
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    Ben Nye MediaPRO Creme Rouge Natural Glow CR-200

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    Ben Nye’s Creme Rouge Natural Glow offers 6 gorgeous nude shades that are suitable for all skintones. It’s buildable, easy to blend and has a satin...

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  • Ben Nye Mojave Luxury Powder Dolce 1.2oz
    Ben Nye Mojave Luxury Powder Dolce Family
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    Ben Nye Mojave Luxury Powder Dolce

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    What it is:Dolce Luxury Powder provides a flawless matte complexion that will give you a brilliant, illuminated look. It helps diffuse texture and ...

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  • Ben Nye MagiColor Creme Crayon mj-1 bold red with swatch behind
    Ben Nye MagiColor Creme Crayon
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    Ben Nye MagiColor Creme Crayon

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    MagiColor Creme Crayons are great for quick strokes of lasting color and instant touch-ups. Set with Neutral Set Powder. Technique: For quick and b...

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  • Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation EB-1 Naturelle
    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Classic Matte Series
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    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Classic 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 Lumiere Creme Color LCR-1 Ice
    Ben Nye Lumiere Creme Color
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    Ben Nye Lumiere Creme Color

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    Supreme blendability and radiant iridescence. Enriched with lavish pigments, Lumiere Cremes excel as creme eye shadows, Especially when layered wit...

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  • Ben Nye Clean Grease
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    Ben Nye Clean Grease

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    Apply to skin and/or costumes for dark, soiled effect. Remover from skin with soap and water or Quick Cleanse. Caution: Keep out of reach of child...

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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!