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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 Flesh Effects Gel 1oz GE-3
    Ben Nye Flesh Effects Gel 1 and 2oz Bottles
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    Ben Nye Flesh Effects Gel

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    What it is: Realistic gels produce durable self-made wounds, burns and scars. Warm until gel turns to a liquid. Create wound and allow to "set" as ...

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  • Ben Nye Theatrical Eye Shadow Palette ESP-914
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    Ben Nye Theatrical Eye Shadow Palette ESP-914

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    When the job calls for spectacular eye makeup, Ben Nye Theatrical Shadow Palette provides artistic inspiration. Matte shades include White, Black, ...

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  • Ben Nye Lumiere Luminescent Creme Palette LCP-1
    $78.00 - $78.00
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    Ben Nye Lumiere Luminescent Creme Palette LCP-1

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    Creme colors loaded with shimmer and silkiness - that's what you get with Ben Nye's Lumiere Creme 18-Color Palette! Eighteen color cremes that can ...

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  • Ben Nye Scar Effects Gel 1 oz bottle
    Ben Nye Scar Effects Gel 1 oz and 2 oz
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    Ben Nye Scar Effects Gel

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    What it is: Realistic gels produce durable self-made wounds, burns and scars. Warm until gel turns to a liquid. Create wound and allow to "set" as ...

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  • Ben Nye Media Pro Poudre Compacts Contour HDC-201 Neutral
    Ben Nye Media Pro Poudre Compacts Contour
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    Ben Nye Media Pro Poudre Compacts Contour

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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 Gel Wound Kit GE-10
    Ben Nye Gel Wound Kit
    $25.00 - $32.00
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    Ben Nye Gel Wound Kit

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    Blood, Scar and Flesh Gels create blisters, lacerations, scars and more. Wounds may be pre-made on a smooth surface (mirror or stainless palette) a...

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  • Ben Nye Character Wheel WK-11 Clown
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    Ben Nye Character Wheel WK-11 Clown

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    Create any character with just a spark of imagination. This color wheel includes the following colors: CL-29 Black CL-13 Fire Red CL-191 Cosmic...

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  • Ben Nye Character Wheel WK-51 Red White & Black
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    Ben Nye Character Wheel WK-51 Red White & Black

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    Create any character with just a spark of imagination. This color wheel includes the following colors: CL-1 White CL-29 Black CR-1 Red

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  • Ben Nye Makeup Palettes Essential Eye Shadow & Rouge ESP-952
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    Ben Nye Essential Eye Shadow & Rouge Palette ESP-952

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    At your service, six each of our most popular Eye Shadows and Powder Rouges in a refillable, magnetic palette. This exquisite assortment is all you...

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  • Bye Nye Lip Gloss 03 Champagne open container against white background
    Bye Nye Lip Gloss 01 Natural open container against white background
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    Ben Nye Lip Gloss

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    What it is: Versatile tints add high shine and a wash of color to bare lips or over lip color. Glazes contain a hint of shimmer. Lightly scented. P...

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  • Ben Nye Lumiere Creme Wheel LW 2
    Ben Nye Lumiere Creme Wheel LW
    $28.00 - $28.00
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    Ben Nye Lumiere Creme Wheel LW

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    Iridescent pigments in a silky texture make Fireworks the perfect companion to Lumiere Cremes. Layer with Grande Colours or Luxe Powders to "set".

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  • Ben Nye Fireworks Fantasy Wheel FW
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    Ben Nye Fireworks Fantasy Wheel FW

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    Iridescent pigments in a silky texture make Fireworks the perfect companion to Lumiere Cremes. Layer with Grande Colours or Luxe Powders to "set".

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  • Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation OB-1 Olive Beige 1
    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Olive Beige (OB) Series
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    Ben Nye Matte HD Foundation Olive Beige (OB) 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 Professional Wheels DW Death Wheel
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    Ben Nye Professional Wheels DW Death Wheel

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    Pro Creme Wheels provide professionals with unlimited character options. Reds, purples, and violets are designed in our Ultimate F/X Formula. All c...

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  • Ben Nye Red Foam Nose 1.5
    Ben Nye Red Foam Nose
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    Ben Nye Red Foam Nose

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    Ben Nye's Foam Nose is the perfect addition to your clown makeup!

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  • Ben Nye Creme Contour Wheel Light CBW-1
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    Ben Nye Creme Contour Wheel Light CBW-1

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    Introducing Ben Nye’s new creme Blush and Contour Wheels! These are great for highlighting, contouring and adding a little bit of blush to the skin...

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  • Ben Nye Character Powder Charcoal Powder MP-5
    Ben Nye Character Powder Charcoal Powder
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    Ben Nye Character Powder Charcoal Powder

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    Smudge on for a "grease stain". Dust into burns, at edges of a bullet hole, or into road rash effects.

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  • 100065671Ben Nye Liquid Hair Color Dark Brown
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    Ben Nye Liquid Hair Color BH-2 Dark Brown 2oz

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    Ben Nye, Sr. pioneered Silver Grey Hair Color to subtly age hair to a natural silver-grey tone. Ivory Hair Color is the latest innovation to natura...

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  • Ben Nye Professional Wheels RW Rainbow Wheel
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    Ben Nye Professional Wheels RW Rainbow Wheel

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    Pro Creme Wheels provide professionals with unlimited character options. Reds, purples, and violets are designed in our Ultimate F/X Formula. All c...

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  • Ben Nye HD Matte Powder
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    Ben Nye HD Matte Powder

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    Naturally transparent HD Matte Powder feels light as air. Just a dusting will set Sheer and Matte Foundations or similar bases.

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  • Ben Nye Fireworks Creme Color
    Ben Nye Fireworks Creme Color 2
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    Ben Nye Fireworks Creme Color

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    Iridescent pigments in a silky texture make Fireworks the perfect companion to Lumiere Cremes. Layer with Grande Colours or Luxe Powders to "set".

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  • Ben Nye MediaPro HD Sheer Foundation HD-003 Bella
    Ben Nye MediaPro HD Sheer Foundation
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    Ben Nye MediaPro HD Sheer Foundation

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    Ben Nye’s MediaPRO HD Sheer Foundation is perfect for fashion, bridal, film and broadcast. Natural hues are balanced with a moist creme texture tha...

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  • Ben Nye Colorless Luxury Powder 1.2oz
    Ben Nye Colorless Luxury Powder All sizes
    $18.00 - $24.00
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    Ben Nye Colorless Luxury Powder

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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 Creme Foundation TW-20 Rice Paper
    Ben Nye Creme Foundation Twenty (TW) Series
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    Ben Nye Creme Foundation Twenty (TW) Series

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    Creme Foundations are the artistic standard. Creme Foundations provide full, creamy coverage that blends flawlessly with all creme colors, Conceale...

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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!