Health and safty - Face Painting Melbourne
Antonella Ripani (Starlight), carries $20 million Public Liability Insurance, it does not at any time cover customers, hirers or other organisations at an event. I also hold a 'Working with Children Check' card. (see under insurance)
Anotonella Ripani only uses good quality professional face paints and the glitters used are for cosmetic use. The paints are specifically designed for face painting and the brands that are used mostly are Snazaroo & Kryolan.
Anotonella Ripani practices good hygiene and uses only clean sponges (always washed at high tempetatures) and brushes are rinsed thoroughly in clean water which is changed frequently between faces.
Anotonella Ripani cannot paint anyone who is unwell or with a visible skin condition or disease, for example, Chicken Pox, Conjunctivitis, Cuts, Cold Sores or Eczema. If you believe that someone may have very sensitive skin, I can do a patch test prior to painting a face. I will, however, not be liable for any adverse reaction to paints.
Please present your child with a clean face and please also stay with your child while they are being painted. We will not paint any child against their wishes. Please do not force your child to be painted if they really are unsure or if they decide at any point that they no longer wish to be painted. The whole experience should be fun! We cannot paint unaccompanied children.
For private parties, we will assume that parental consent has been obtained for all the children unless stated otherwise by the host of the party.
I insist that my products are not touched by the public at any time to ensure that the Health and Safety standards are maintained.
Face paints are recommended for use on children aged two and above. I will not paint full faces on children under three years but may, at our discretion, paint a small design on the arm at the parents own risk.
Removal of paint can be done using water, mild soap and a clean flannel. Baby shampoo is also excellent for removing paints from the face. It is not recommended that baby wipes are used as this may cause the skin to become irritated. Also, some paints will leave a tinge to the skin which will usually fade within a day or so, namely Red, Green and Blue. I take every precaution not to get any paints on clothes but should a stain occur I recommend removing by soaking in cold water and using soap thereafter (I cannot be held liable for any stains that cannot be removed).
Antonella Ripani wants the Face Painting experience for every child an adult to be fun and relaxing. If we abide by these simple yet effective guidlines then it will be.