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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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    V-Thix Latex Thickener

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    V-Thix is a latex thickener. A small amount will make latex thick similar to Bondo. V-Thix is what Michael Mosher used in his Bald Caps for HD DVD ...

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    Paper Bucket Sleeve

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

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    Gypsona Extra Fast Set (Roll)

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    Most popular of plaster bandages in the makeup FX industry. Comes in 3", 4", 5" widths. Used to reinforce alginate molds as well as other flexible ...

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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #01

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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 FTB Feather Texture Brush

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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 W26 Wire & Wood 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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    Acid Brush

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    A good tool for any FX lab. Commonly used for applying adhesives or cleaning out hard to reach crevices in molds. Made of course synthetic bristles...

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    BGE Gelatin 16oz Medium Flesh

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    Gelatin resembles the look, movement and texture of real skin. With several shades to choose from, our Special FX Gelatin is preferred by professio...

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    Ben Nye Blood 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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    Propoxy 20 Epoxy Putty Stick

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    A 2-Part putty that hardens. Used to fix chips in molds, build custom connectors for blood tubing or even making props. Smooth with alcohol. Workin...

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    Kemper WOT Wipe Out 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 S10 Steel Scraper

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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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    Blow Off Duster 10oz

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    Dust remover.

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    Smooth-On Silc Pig 9-Pack Sampler

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    Silc Pig color pigments are used for coloring silicone rubber compounds. Kit Contains 9 Shades: Blood, Flesh, Brown, Black, White, Green, Blue, Ye...

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    Kemper W23 Wire & Wood Tool 5"

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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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    DC-200

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    What it is: This product is a silicone thinner that can be used to thin down any form of silicone. If you need to thin down a silicone based makeup...

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    Kemper DBSL Large Double Ball Stylus

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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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    Skin Illustrator Dry Spray 2oz

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    Use prior to the application of makeup. Reduce drying time with a hairdryer. Apply makeup as usual. Drying effect will improve with each applicatio...

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    BGE Gelatin 16oz Clear

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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #12

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    Smooth-On Universal Mold Release

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    Universal Mold Release® is formulated especially for mold making and casting, and works well with most liquid rubber and liquid plastic products. I...

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    Smooth-On Silicone Thinner

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    Silicone Thinner liquid will lower the mixed viscosity of Smooth-On tin or platinum cure silicone rubbers. Silicone Thinner is added to the silicon...

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    Snap 2 Dental Alginate

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    A basic, heavy-bodied, smooth-mixing, fast-set alginate. It has a working time of 1:30 and a setting time of 2:00. SNAP2 has a light spearmint flav...

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    Michael Davy Silicolor

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    Cosmetic Grade Acrylic Copolymer useful in extrinsically coloring silicone gel filled appliances. Can also be mixed either extrinsically or intrins...

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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.