(a quick tip!) if you need an earcuff for cheap take a cap eraser and cut of the point, then cut a slit down the side. then paint with metallic acrylic and a bit of pva glue to make it some what flexible!
I like how you explain all this, very clear and enthusiastic ^^! And thanks for showing the easier method with the sticky strips :P I like the idea of using elf ears for a casual look and not just cosplay so something like stick strips is a really quick and easy idea to use with!
Now here's a question for you, LOVE your tutorial btw, but I would like to know, is there something spray on or otherwise you can use to coat the ears to keep them from losing color/ getting makeup all over your hair and such? I would like to color a pair of ears to be used over and over again and match my skin-tone. However the event I'm using them for will take all weekend. I dont want to take all my morning just reapplying makeup to my ears. I'd like to put em on, and go each day hahah! Along with ears, have you ever made prosthetics with liquid latex? Here's a challenge, make it look like gemstones are growing out of your forehead and by your eyes. I'd love to see a tutorial for THAT, ... and possibly for moving cat ears that start down and the action makes them go up but hey! I'll take more latex and prosthetic tutorials anyday!
Sorry I missed replying til now! Adding a little loose powder on top of your makeup seems to keep the makeup on just fine, but I'm sure you can use a makeup setting spray like Krylon Fixier spray or Urban Decay All Nighter. You can (and should) keep your ears in a plastic bag between uses and keep out of direct sunlight when not wearing to preserve them for years :) I've never tried other latex products but your suggestions sound very creative ^^
Go ahead and try the sticky strips instead! Be very careful when you remove them of course, you don't want to tear the ears. Liquid latex is definitely optional - you can always cover the top seam with your hair and the bottom seam with an ear cuff.
Hmmm...I prefer liquid latex because (even though it smells!) it's easy to apply and once it is on, I know it will stay. If you wanted to try something different, you could use a little nose/scar putty. You'd have to put on a little spirit gum, then attach the putty and blend it out.
This is a really great tutorial! I do have one question, though. how long would you say it takes to put elf ears on? and how many layers of liquid latex do you think I should do? You did two, but I'm not sure I'm patient enough to wait for that. how long does each layer of liquid latex take to dry? thanks
I' ms ure you already got an answer, but liquid latex only takes a few minutes to dry if you sit in front of a fan. While you wait, it helps to distract yourself for a minute. I would say it only takes about 5-10 minutes. It would take longer if you were painting them beforehand, though.
Oil based paints need a sealer put on the ear first to prevent it from soaking up which will yellow the latex and eventually degrade them. You CAN use liquid based makeup right on the latex just fine.
It can work, but probably only for smaller ear tips. If your elf ears are bigger/heavier they'll probably need something a bit thicker with a stronger hold like spirit gum.
This video is one of the best I’ve found with instructions to elf ears! Thank you so much!!
You were really helpful and gave clear and concise directions. Thank you!
(a quick tip!) if you need an earcuff for cheap take a cap eraser and cut of the point, then cut a slit down the side. then paint with metallic acrylic and a bit of pva glue to make it some what flexible!
Omg I looked at this video because I'm going to be Peter Pan for Halloween and your shirt is just perfect timing 😂🙏
I like how you explain all this, very clear and enthusiastic ^^! And thanks for showing the easier method with the sticky strips :P I like the idea of using elf ears for a casual look and not just cosplay so something like stick strips is a really quick and easy idea to use with!
Wooow, why I never saw your content before? Best instruction I've seen so far
Now here's a question for you, LOVE your tutorial btw, but I would like to know, is there something spray on or otherwise you can use to coat the ears to keep them from losing color/ getting makeup all over your hair and such? I would like to color a pair of ears to be used over and over again and match my skin-tone. However the event I'm using them for will take all weekend. I dont want to take all my morning just reapplying makeup to my ears. I'd like to put em on, and go each day hahah!
Along with ears, have you ever made prosthetics with liquid latex? Here's a challenge, make it look like gemstones are growing out of your forehead and by your eyes. I'd love to see a tutorial for THAT, ... and possibly for moving cat ears that start down and the action makes them go up but hey! I'll take more latex and prosthetic tutorials anyday!
Sorry I missed replying til now! Adding a little loose powder on top of your makeup seems to keep the makeup on just fine, but I'm sure you can use a makeup setting spray like Krylon Fixier spray or Urban Decay All Nighter. You can (and should) keep your ears in a plastic bag between uses and keep out of direct sunlight when not wearing to preserve them for years :)
I've never tried other latex products but your suggestions sound very creative ^^
I've had luck with make-up set spray... Not permanent but very resilient.
Thank you for this! Im trying to get elf ears done so i can cosplay as an inkling and something like this Helps a bunch!
Thank you! This was very helpful, with info I didn't find at any of the places you can buy the ears!
I have a ben nye creme makeup palette in skin tones. will that work for the coloring of the ear as well?
5:59 - The *CATS* made my day. So adorable... 🐱🥰
Hello I just got some of the Elf ears and am so excited for them! But I need to find a light blue ish skin tone to paint my ears where should I look?
kit kat I would recommend blending Graftobian’s “blue” and “blithe spirit” rubber mask grease to achieve that color.
Thanks!! ^_^
First time here. Like for the thunder intro. Love it!
How do I go about cleaning the makeup off?
nice tutorial!
i have long ones that are pre-painted, but i'm scared to use spirit gum. and do you HAVE to have liquid latex? like, is it a necessity?
Go ahead and try the sticky strips instead! Be very careful when you remove them of course, you don't want to tear the ears. Liquid latex is definitely optional - you can always cover the top seam with your hair and the bottom seam with an ear cuff.
whats easier to use, the liquid latex or is there a neutral fill in the gap stuff, thank you
great video
Hmmm...I prefer liquid latex because (even though it smells!) it's easy to apply and once it is on, I know it will stay. If you wanted to try something different, you could use a little nose/scar putty. You'd have to put on a little spirit gum, then attach the putty and blend it out.
Your awesome, thank you..I hope you have a great day
and it's a filler??? Making the prosthetic elf ear look natural
Thanks you just saved my Halloween! :)
This is a really great tutorial! I do have one question, though. how long would you say it takes to put elf ears on? and how many layers of liquid latex do you think I should do? You did two, but I'm not sure I'm patient enough to wait for that. how long does each layer of liquid latex take to dry?
thanks
I' ms ure you already got an answer, but liquid latex only takes a few minutes to dry if you sit in front of a fan. While you wait, it helps to distract yourself for a minute. I would say it only takes about 5-10 minutes. It would take longer if you were painting them beforehand, though.
What happens to latex if the wrong kind of makeup is used? I followed the coloring instructions, but didn't have the right kind of makeup.
Oil based paints need a sealer put on the ear first to prevent it from soaking up which will yellow the latex and eventually degrade them. You CAN use liquid based makeup right on the latex just fine.
I am allergic to latex. Do you have an alternative recommendation for it?
There are companies that sell silicone ears instead
And you could use like a cosplay putty instead of the liquid latex :)
what web site do you buy the elf ears, that you like? Thank you
it's Aradani Costumes
I’m allergic to liquid latex. I don’t know what to do
thanks!
does anyone think i could use eyelash glue instead of spirit gum? on a budget
It can work, but probably only for smaller ear tips. If your elf ears are bigger/heavier they'll probably need something a bit thicker with a stronger hold like spirit gum.
I only have liquid foundation is that okay?
My left ear is scared
You make a cute looking Elf or for that matter a cute looking anything.
Swang by to say.... You're gross.
was watching this all excited and then you said latex and got really sad cuz im allergic to latex 😭
ya, but you don't have earrings on your lobe so it's easy 🥲