Moulage of the Month: Chemical Splash in Eye

Skill Level

Beginner

Time Frame:

5-6 minutes (does not include drying time)

Ingredients

• Moulage gel, pink
• Moulage gel, red
• Wax
• Cream makeup, light blue (non-staining)
• Cream makeup, white
• Glycerin

Equipment

• Makeup sponge
• Tongue depressor
• Small paint brush
• Stipple sponge
• Palette board

Technique:

Using the tongue depressor, remove a large amount (approximately 1tablespoon) of wax 

from the container.  Press the wax firmly against the skin and deposit the wax using a quick, firm swipe.  See Figure 1.

Using your fingers or a tongue depressor, spread the wax over the skin to create a large, approximately two inch by three inch abstract shaped pattern  about a quarter of an inch thick.  Using the end of the wooden blade, begin blending the wax along the edges outward around the perimeter to create a feathered edge that blends into the skin surface.  The surface will feel thick and appear uneven in places. See Figures 2 and 3.

Using a stipple sponge, firmly press the sponge into the wax, creating a pocked or "chicken skin" type of impression. Lift the sponge outward.  Continue to create dimpled impressions across the wax using firm pressure until the wax is completely covered. See Figure 4.

Using a makeup sponge or paint brush that has been dipped in pink moulage gel, lightly    cover the entire surface and surrounding area with moulage gel, setting the wax and creating a seal.  Gently press the stipple sponge into the moulage gel surface to retexture the gel. See Figure 5.

Using a small paint brush, apply red moulage gel to the sclera of the simulators eye, allowing for small areas of the white to show through.  See Figure 6.

Using a small paint brush, apply a light coat of clear moulage gel over the iris to create a film. Allow it to dry until firm (approximately 30 seconds).  Create a film over the iris by applying a light coat of discoloration using a small paint brush dipped in a light blue or gray color. See Figure 7.

Remove a small amount of white makeup and place it on the palette board.  Using your makeup sponge, blot the makeup several times to soften. Add 2-4 drops of glycerin to the makeup blending to give it a pus-like consistency.  Using a small paint brush, apply the pus-like mixture into the corners and lash line of the eye. Apply additional pink tone makeup as needed to create superficial burns around the skin. 

Dispatch:

Medic 22, Respond Code 3 to Steel Mill Road.  Unknown injuries. 1305 Dispatch clear.

On Scene:

Near a ruptured hose that is slowly dripping water on the floor, place the simulator on the floor, eyes tightly closed and responding in pain.  Using a makeup sponge, lightly apply skin reddening, blisters and scalding burns to face, neck, chest, arms and torso of the adult simulator.  Create overspray of fluid on the skin by applying a light mist of water to the exposed skin and hair. Saturate the clothing near the neck and upper torso with additional glycerin.

Use in Conjunction With:

• Blisters
• Odors

Cleanup and Storage:

Carefully remove the wound from the skin of simulator.  Using your fingers or a paper towel, grab and lift the wound around the edges.  Using a gentle upward motion, continue to peel away the wound until all product has released from the skin.  Using a soft clean cloth or per manufacturers instructions, remove any remaining product residue from the skin. 

Bobbie Merica is a medical/trauma moulage expert, author and president of Moulage Concepts Inc., a nationwide moulage company specializing in training, supplies and education.  Utilizing best practice techniques, Bobbie's teaching methods have simplified the complex, enabling everyone to create Moulage that is quick, cost effective and convincing.