Foam latex is the result of a multi-part chemical process that involves mixing liquid latex with other chemicals for a period of time to create a "meringue-like" foam. That foam is injected into molds and baked for several hours. The end result is a soft, skin-like prosthetic appliance that is used in Hollywood films and television. Foam latex is far superior to plain latex as it moves with your face, and because of its lightweight properties it looks different on each person. Foam latex is far superior to your usual latex rubber Halloween mask!

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Modern prosthetics really started with the innovation of foam latex. A landmark film in the history of prosthetics is The Wizard of Oz, Jack Dawn was responsible for the design of make up for three characters – the cowardly lion, the tin man and the scarecrow, and with the advent of foam latex there were few limits to his designs