LEaTHER: mask for an accident victim

1. • 3 years, 10 months ago

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   • A dear friend recently had a serious accident that has left her disfigured. As she is very playful and somewhat excentric, she has asked me to design some masks for her to wear during the next 3 years of corrective work.

     What would be the best way to line these masks as they will be on very sensitive tissue and need to have little pressure on the face?

     Any help would be greatly appreciated.

2. • 3 years, 10 months ago

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   • Hi, I don?t know the answer but I was thinking a specialist in medical makeup might be able to answer your question. A google search for ?paramedical makeup? showed a number of artists.
     Good luck to you and your friend.

3. • 3 years, 10 months ago

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   • use soft, porous materials for the lining. (maybe cotton flannel that has been washed and sterilized) A buckram base with lining would be breathable and flexible and lightweight. Have her ask her plastic surgeon about this though... I'm sure the surgeon would have some material suggestions.

     HTH

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