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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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  • Kemper F96 Fettling Knives 8"
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    Kemper F96 Fettling Knives 8"

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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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  • Prosthetic Lab work book cover highlighting FX looks
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    Matthew Mungle Prosthetic Lab Workbook

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    Matthew Mungle’s Prosthetic Lab WorkbookA Visual Guide to Mastering Prosthetic Make-up Effects Created by the Academy Award-winning FX artist Matth...

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  • Repro One Gray 1 Gallon Kit
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    Repro One Gray 1 Gallon Kit Grey

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    Additional Advantages of Repro OneHigher heat resistance for elevated temperature applicationsHigher Shore D hardness for improved abrasion resista...

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  • Valdez Sculpting Tool #9
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #9

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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 S11S Steel Scraper Tool
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    Kemper S11S Steel Scraper 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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  • Clay Sculpting Tools Valdez #09
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #09

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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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  • European Body Art EnduraSkin Light With Adjusters Kit
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    European Body Art EnduraSkin 1oz 10 Pack Light With Adjusters Kit

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    The five light skin tones consist of two cool (RED) and three warm (YELLOW/OLIVE) shades and are easily blend-able to achieve neutral shades or any...

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  • Frends Beauty Bluesil v 1068 quart kit part a 32 oz
    Frends Beauty Bluesil v 1068 gallon and quart kits part A sizes
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    Bluesil 1068 Silicone

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    A translucent Tin Based Silicone used for making animatronic skins or body parts. This kit comes with Hi-Pro Clear 4oz. For more information, go t...

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  • Clay Sculpting Tools Valdez #02
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #02

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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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  • Westmore FX SilicONE Silicone Adhesive Spray
    Westmore FX SilicONE Silicone Adhesive Spray
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    Westmore FX SilicONE Silicone Adhesive Spray

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    Methyl and Ethyl Acetate free. Skin, Odor, VOCCruelty Free & Vegan Skin Safe Non-Irritating Virtually Odorless 0% VOC CFC, HCFC, HFC Free

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  • Tin Based silicone
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    Ultra Fast Catalyst

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    Used to make Tin Based silicone set faster. Too much will set the silicone in your cup. A little goes a long way.

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  • Mouldlife Platsil Gel
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    Mouldlife Platsil Gel 00 1-Gallon Kit

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    Platsil Gel 00 is a platinum-cured silicone system with 6-minute working time and 30-minute demold time. Platsil Gel 00 cures to ashore 00 hardness...

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  • plaster bandages Gypsona
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    Gypsona Extra Fast Set (Case)

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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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  • P.T.M. Prosthetic Transfer Material Olive dried swatch
    P.T.M. Prosthetic Transfer Material Olive all size variants shown
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    P.T.M. Prosthetic Transfer Material Olive

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    A convenient alternative to self-mixed material so that you can spend your time on creating art instead of countless hours mixing.P.T.M. allows for...

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  • Kemper SPR Potter Sponge
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    Kemper SPR Potter Sponge

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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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  • Smooth-On SO-Strong Liquid Urethane Colorant
    Smooth-On SO-Strong Liquid Urethane Colorant
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    Smooth-On SO-Strong Liquid Urethane Colorant

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    Colorants are highly concentrated, offer excellent dispersion and consistent color. A very small amount will color a proportionally large amount of...

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  • Valdez Sculpting Tool #15
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #15

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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 CLS Clay Lift Set
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    Kemper CLS Clay Lift Set

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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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  • Valdez Sculpting Tool #16
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    Valdez Sculpting Tool #16

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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 UK Utility Knife
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    Kemper UK Utility Knife

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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 Tool Set Medium
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    YK Sculpting Tools Pore Skin Texture Stamp Medium

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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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  • Kemper S1 Stainless Steel Scraper
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    Kemper S1 Stainless 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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  • Kemper S6 Stainless Steel Scraper
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    Kemper S6 Stainless 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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  • Mia 63 Fumed Silica - Quart
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    Mia 63 Fumed Silica - Quart

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    Fumed Silica—sometimes referred to as Cab-O-Sil (registered trademark of Cabot) or Aerosil (registered trademark of Degussa)—is a thickening agent ...

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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.