Scary Spooks

Face Paint
Materials:
2 T white shortening
5 T cornstarch
1 T white flour
3-4 drops of glycerin (see note below)
a few drops of food coloring

Use a rubber spatula to blend the first 3 ingredients on a plate to form a smooth paste. Add 3-4 drops of glycerin to make a creamy consistency. Divide mixture into batches to color as needed.
-For dark beards, moustaches, etc. add 2 and a « tsp. of cocoa to above mixture.
Heat is an enemy for this type of face paint as it will melt if child gets sweaty, but it *is* fast, easy and cheap. Remove with a little soap and water.
NOTE: Glycerin is available in pharmacy departments. It's in a small brown bottle, often located in the first aid section. It's quite inexpensive and can be used to make a very good homemade bubble solution.