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FX Lab | Professional Prosthetic Appliances & SFX Movie Makeup Supplies

Welcome to the FX Lab at Frends Beauty, where cinematic transformation begins. This is where special effects artists, makeup professionals, and film studios come to source special FX prosthetics, SFX supplies for movie makeup, and everything needed to build creatures, characters, and trauma from the ground up.

Whether you're designing a full creature suit or preparing detailed prosthetics for close-up shots, this collection offers high-quality special effects tools trusted across TV, film, and haunted attractions for nearly one century.

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    Frends Beauty Glossy Paper Bucket Sleeve

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    Paper Buckets perfect for mixing lab materials or storing items. Glossy

    Original price $11.99 - Original price $30.99
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FAQs

What are prosthetic appliances?

Prosthetic appliances are pre-made pieces used in special effects makeup to create realistic transformations, such as wounds, scars, burns, facial features, or even fantasy characters. They’re typically made from foam latex, silicone, or gelatin and are applied directly to the skin using adhesives.

At Frends Beauty, we carry a wide range of professional prosthetics from brands such as Rubber Wear, Woochie, Brian Kinny's Hurt Box, Tinsley Transfers, MEL Labs, P.T.M., and Out of Kit.

Are special FX prosthetics safe to use on the skin?

Yes, when used properly with professional-grade products, SFX prosthetics are safe to wear. However, it is important to:

  • Use disposable brushes and clean tools when applying these products.
  • Always apply them with skin-safe adhesives, such as Pros-Aide or Telesis.
  • Patch test a new product on the actor’s skin first.
  • Remove them with the appropriate removers, like Super Solv or Telesis Remover, to protect the skin.

For sensitive areas or prolonged wear, many artists also prep the skin with a protective barrier spray, such as Ben Nye Final Seal or Derma Shield. Following these best practices ensures comfort, safety, and clean removal without irritation.

People dressed as realistic zombies with prosthetic appliances

Create Characters That Stand the Test of Set Lights, Long Hours & Various Climates

From trauma sculpts to fantasy creatures, SFX movie makeup begins in the lab. That’s why we stock industry-grade materials for making special FX prosthetic appliances, like:

These SFX lab materials are used by top special effects teams to cast, sculpt, and fabricate prosthetics before they ever reach set. Each product in this category supports the fabrication side of special effects, the unsung hero behind the horror. For facial paints, spirit gum, adhesives and thinners, pigment sealers, SFX paints, and blood work, visit our prosthetic makeup collection!

Man in skeleton clown costume with special FX prosthetics

Your Trusted Partner for SFX Supplies

At Frends Beauty, we’ve supported professional makeup artists since 1940. Our FX Lab category is tailored to the technical side of special effects makeup for film and television, giving creators access to the theatrical SFX tools and prosthetic materials they need for pre-production success. Whether you’re sculpting clay, molding, or running foam latex in your lab, we stock products trusted by artists at major studios to support your makeup career.

Want to finish your character build with long-wear paint and detail? Don’t forget to browse:

You can shop prosthetic appliances & SFX supplies online or in-store. Whether you're a working FX artist, a film production team, or a student prepping for their first major build, Frends Beauty is here to serve your creative vision. Explore our full range of professional SFX makeup supplies, and let us help bring your most imaginative characters to life.