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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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  • Smooth-On Soma Foama Kit 3 LB.
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    Smooth-On Soma Foama Kit 3 LB.

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    Soma Foama is a soft two-component platinum silicone casting foam that is versatile and easy to use. Soma Foama can be poured into a mold or over o...

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  • Sculpture House Almaloy Armature Wire 3/16"
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    Sculpture House Almaloy Armature Wire 3/16"

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    Approximate measurements: gauge (SWG); 3/16" in diameter; 10 feet long. As an addition, you may want to consider our hand-made armatures for the he...

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  • The Monster Makers Latex Colorant 4oz Red
    The Monster Makers Latex Colorant 4oz red
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    The Monster Makers Latex Colorant 4oz

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    Please note that this product can freeze. Please choose air only shipping during winter months to avoid any problems. If ground shipping is selecte...

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  • Valdez Sculpting Tool #8
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #8

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    Valdez sculpting tools are designed to sculpt all different kinds of clay. The Valdez line can handle any job from smoothing down clay, creating an...

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  • Smooth On Foam-IT! 3
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    Smooth-On Foam-iT! 3 Trial Kit

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    FOAM-iT! A water blown polyurethane foams. They are two-component castable foams that are strong, versatile and easy to use. A + B mixture expands ...

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  • HI-RO Slip Pint
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    P.T.M. HI-RO Slip Silicone Mold Release Additive 1 Pint

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    Hi-Ro Slip was developed and designed to create self-releasing Prosthetic Transfer silicone molds. You may know, Pros-Aide Transfers can be stubbor...

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  • Kryolan Silicone Adhesive Neo Regular Bond clear bottle with label
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    Kryolan Silicone Adhesive Neo Regular Bond 50ml

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    What it is:After a drying time of a few seconds, the pressure sensitive adhesive will remain tacky for hours until it is activated by firmly pressi...

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  • Valdez Sculpting Tool #4
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #4

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    Valdez sculpting tools are designed to sculpt all different kinds of clay. The Valdez line can handle any job from smoothing down clay, creating an...

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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #3

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    Valdez sculpting tools are designed to sculpt all different kinds of clay. The Valdez line can handle any job from smoothing down clay, creating an...

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  • Kemper 8R3 Ribbon Tool
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    Kemper 8R3 Ribbon Tool

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    There is a tool for any sculpting job in the Kemper line. Kemper sculpting tools works well with all types of clay's. You can find most tools in mu...

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  • YK Sculpting Tools Pore Skin Texture Stamp Large
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    YK Sculpting Tools Pore Skin Texture Stamp Large

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    Recommend to use for adult male facial skin texture. Made of flexible 3D printed resin. Please note that abusing this tool by using on hard surface...

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  • Clay Sculpting Tools Valdez #05
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #05

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    Valdez sculpting tools are designed to sculpt all different kinds of clay. The Valdez line can handle any job from smoothing down clay, creating an...

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  • Clay Sculpting Tools Valdez #11
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #11

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    Valdez sculpting tools are designed to sculpt all different kinds of clay. The Valdez line can handle any job from smoothing down clay, creating an...

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  • Clay Sculpting Tools Valdez #015
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #015

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    Valdez sculpting tools are designed to sculpt all different kinds of clay. The Valdez line can handle any job from smoothing down clay, creating an...

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  • Clay Sculpting Tools Valdez #07
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #07

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    Valdez sculpting tools are designed to sculpt all different kinds of clay. The Valdez line can handle any job from smoothing down clay, creating an...

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  • Chavant NSP Medium Clay
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    Chavant NSP Medium Clay 40LB

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    Easy to sculpt clay. Great to cover large areas. Not recommended for detailed work. Sulfur Free. Can be used with any type of silicone.

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  • Kemper AB Lace Tool
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    Kemper AB Lace Tool

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    There is a tool for any sculpting job in the Kemper line. Kemper sculpting tools works well with all types of clay's. You can find most tools in mu...

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  • Kemper FW22 Sculpture Tool
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    Kemper FW22 Sculpture Tool

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    There is a tool for any sculpting job in the Kemper line. Kemper sculpting tools works well with all types of clay's. You can find most tools in mu...

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  • Premiere Products Inc. AcrylStains Standard Kit
    Premiere Products Inc. AcrylStains Character Kit
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    AcrylStains Kit

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    AcrylStains is an innovative new color system for permanent dental and ocular appliance staining.  Available in two different color kits, Character...

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    ZAP SLO-ZAP Thick CA

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    - Slow cure - High strength - Maximum gap filling formula - High viscosity - Approximately 30-40 seconds for part positioning

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  • ZAP Zip Kicker Pump Spray
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    ZAP Zip Kicker Pump Spray 2oz

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    Best accelerator for ZAP products. A Little spritz works in seconds. Solves tough-to-bond applications. Environmentally safe Formula. Works on all ...

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  • Barge Thinner
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    Barge Thinner

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    Barge thinner makes clean-up quick and easy. This product is designed for use with Barge all-purpose cement. Great for thinning cement. Barge All-P...

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  • Frends Beauty Bluesil Hi-Pro Blue Catalyst quart kit part b 4oz
    Frends Beauty Bluesil Hi-Pro Blue Catalyst small to large
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    Hi-Pro Blue Catalyst

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    The Catalyst for 1065 Silicone. Will leave the silicone tinted blue. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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  • Clay Sculpting Tools Valdez #03
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #03

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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.