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Salt Water Fish/Mermaid Body Paint Tutorial

by Madeyewlook

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Difficulty
Intermediate
Length
3:17
Views
40,854
Published
Apr 2013

What this video covers

This tutorial from Madeyewlook demonstrates how to create a striking saltwater fish or mermaid body paint look using a combination of professional theatrical and cosmetic-grade paints. The design features a vibrant aquatic color palette of teals, oranges, yellows, and blues. Originally created in 2013, the artist claims this as an original concept and encourages viewers to credit the source when recreating it.

Key takeaways

  • Uses a mix of professional body paint brands including Mehron, Mac Chromacakes, and Temptu for layered aquatic color effects
  • Color palette centers on teal, orange, yellow, blue, and white to evoke a vivid saltwater fish or mermaid aesthetic
  • Short runtime suggests a condensed tutorial format — best used alongside pause-and-follow technique
  • Creator emphasizes originality and asks viewers to credit the source if using the technique
  • Suitable for Halloween costumes, theatrical performance, or cosplay

Who this is for

Halloween enthusiasts, cosplayers, and theatrical artists looking to create a colorful aquatic creature or mermaid body paint look.

Materials mentioned

  • Mehron Paradise Paint (Teal)
  • Mac Chromacakes (Orange, Yellow, Blue)
  • Temptu Paints (Yellow, White, Orange)
  • BH Cosmetics (Light Blue, Red)

⚠ Safety notes

Use only cosmetic-grade body paints intended for skin application. Follow manufacturer removal instructions to avoid irritation.

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