Silicone FAQs
Silicone is stronger, won’t discolor over time, and is more tear-resistant than other materials like latex, foam, or fabric. It also provides the best mobility and flexibility! Most importantly, it is also latex-free, so those with latex sensitivities can use the headpieces.
Weight varies depending on size, but the current largest headpiece is around 4-5 lbs when fully stuffed. The headpieces are a thin layer of silicone, tear-proof mesh, and more silicone, and are stuffed with stuffing. This keeps them lightweight, and comparable to the weight of a latex or foam piece. When applied properly, neck/shoulder pain is minimal to none.
Nothing moves like silicone! While latex and fabric can get you some flexibility, silicone will give you TOTAL head and neck movement (up, down, side, over shoulder). The headpieces can bend and flex and will not develop creases or dents. They will also react (bounce and wiggle!) to walking and dynamic poses.
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We would be happy to handle any repairs that you are unable to complete yourself, i.e. tears in silicone or missing resin parts. Please note the customer will be responsible for all shipping fees and may need to pay a small repair fee to cover materials costs.
Silicone prosthetics may need some extra work to get the fit just right. Headpieces are overstuffed for shipment, so removing some stuffing is the first step. The foam head insert should sit flat on top of your head with no stuffing in between. You may also want to trim the hairline for a more custom fit- if so, please check out our Tutorial on how to do this.
The headpieces do not require prosthetic glue to stay on. If you chose to use glue just in case, simply follow the instructions on the prosthetic glue, and hold your headpiece in place for a few minutes to ensure it has dried in place. If the layer of glue was adequate, the headpiece should be locked in place all day. To remove: (Skin Tite) gently peel away from your skin, or use the brand's recommended remover.
You can use a makeup wipe or any makeup remover that had some amount of alcohol in them. Isopropyl alcohol at 70% or 90% will remove just about any makeup that gets on the silicone. They are waterproof, so if needed they can be complete unstuffed (remove foam insert as well) and washed in a sink or bathtub using lukewarm water and a gentle dish soap.