Fairy Tree Face Painting

I will arrive at your event 15 minutes early to set up. I provide my own kit and chair.

Product Safety
FairyTree Facepainting by Melanie uses only professional water-based face paints or waterproof if requested. All products are professional quality and FDA approved for cosmetic use on face and body. The paints are hypoallergenic and contain agents to prohibit the formation of yeast, mould and bacteria.

I only use cosmetic glitters. My super-fine glitters are safe for eyes, and chunky glitters are applied outside the eye socket area only. I can provide bio-glitter upon request.

Bling or gem clusters are applied with skin-safe glitter glue. This is a water-based adhesive with no solvents. It is safe to apply on the face (avoid the eye area) and can be easily washed with soap and water.

Health Safety
I adhere to strict standards of hygiene – clean sponges are used for each face and brushes are rinsed thoroughly in clean water which is changed regularly. Sponges and brushes are washed with hot water and specialist soap between events. Dirty faces are wiped before I start work, and I use anti-bacterial hand cleanser to minimize the risk of cross-contamination.

While I use ONLY FDA-approved cosmetic grade face painting supplies, I am not liable for allergic reactions to paints. If you believe you or a child for whom you are responsible may be sensitive or have allergies to any product, please do not ask to be painted, or request a patch test and wait 30 minutes.

For sanitary reasons, I will not paint anyone appearing to be sick or suffering from cold sores, conjunctivitis, ringworm, sunburn, eczema, any infectious skin condition or open wounds. I may offer hand or arm painting as an alternative at my discretion. Please do not ask to be painted if you are unwell. My decision is final.

Children Under 2
Face paints are not recommended for use on children aged under 2. I regret that due to the restrictions of my insurance, which require that I work in accordance with product manufacturers labelling instructions, I am only able to paint an arm or leg of any child under 2.

Consent and Minors
Adult consent is required before any child under 16 years old can be painted.

PRIVATE PARTIES - At private parties, it will be deemed to be the responsibility of the client to inform parents that face painting will be offered, and to inform me if any child cannot be painted.

AUTHORIZATION FOR PUBLIC/CORPORATE EVENTS - If you are booking a face painter for a public/corporate event, you may authorize me to paint unaccompanied children (under 16), or instruct me to paint only children who are accompanied by an adult. If you wish me to paint unaccompanied children, this is done entirely at your own risk. Where no authorization is given, only accompanied children (under 16) will be painted.
I do not accept responsibility for any child left unaccompanied. Parents/guardians are deemed responsible for their children’s safety and behavior, and at least one responsible adult must be present in the painting area at all times during private events.

Face painting should be fun for all involved. In order to avoid harm and distress, I will only paint children who want to be painted, are able to communicate their wishes, and who are able to sit reasonably still. I will not paint unwilling or distressed children, nor will I paint children who are asleep, regardless of adult wishes.

Many artists have experience working with children and adults with disabilities and sensory issues, and I am happy to try to include them in the activity where possible. Parents and Carers of children or adults with special needs should speak to me and I will do my best to accommodate these.

General Liability
The client understands that darker face paints will linger and must be removed with mild soap, water and washcloth.

Face paints may stain clothing – I do not accept liability if this should occur.
I will use reasonable care, but I am not responsible for damage to clothing or property. The Client agrees to pay for any accidents or injuries caused by pets or guests, and/or any damage to my equipment or supplies caused by pets, lawn sprinklers, or guests. Under no circumstances will I supervise children. Their behavior and safety is the Client’s and/or Parents’ responsibility.

Extreme Adverse Working Conditions
I will not paint subjects, words or symbols which I deem to be offensive, or which are inappropriate to the event.

I have the right to cease painting and leave without refunding any monies if there are extreme adverse working conditions and the Client fails to remedy the situation after it has been brought to the Client’s attention. Adverse conditions included but not limited to: destructive, violent, abusive or extreme inappropriate behavior of a child, pet or adult; illegal activities; or otherwise dangerous conditions. I may, at my discretion, refuse to paint any person obviously under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Hello. My name is Melanie and I am the creator of Fairy Tree Face Painting.​

I have been an artist my entire lift. I love all things creative and fell in love with face painting when my sister recruited me to face paint at my niece's birthday party. I enjoyed the creativity it allowed me and the joy it brought to the kids and adults.​