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Are you wondering how you can change your appearance? Then you’ll be interested in these ultra-realistic face masks! Get into a different character and completely change how you look. They are made to look realistic to create the fantasy you’re after or even go out in disguise!

Read on to know more about realistic masks, what they do, and how they are made.

What Are Realistic Masks?

A realistic face mask is exactly what it sounds like: a mask that looks feels, and moves like a real human face. Today, realistic mask manufacturers use cutting-edge technology to create realistic or hyper-realistic masks.

They imitate human skin and often come in various forms. You can find a wide variety of realistic masks, including realistic male masks and female masks. They also come in various shades or colors, often reproducing the various hues of skin color.

What Are Realistic Masks Made of?

Because they replicate the look, movement, and feel of human skin, realistic masks need to have some elasticity, durability, and flexibility to them. The materials often used to create realistic masks are:

Silicone

It is the best material for creating real masks because silicone is easily moldable, stretchable, and sturdy. They can easily fit the wearer’s head and allow small openings for the eyes, mouth, and nostrils. A silicone mask also moves more naturally than other materials. Finally, manufacturers can punch hair into a silicone mask to add realistic hair follicles for the eyebrows or stubble.

silicone realistic mask

Latex

Another common material used to make realistic masks is latex. Because latex is a natural product, it’s more eco-friendly, softer, and more flexible than silicone masks. However, latex can break down or tear easier than silicone. Some people may also get allergic reactions to latex.

latex realistic mask

Resin

Resin is also excellent for creating realistic masks. However, resin masks are hard and may break under great stress or pressure. Because a resin mask is essentially very hard plastic, resin masks won’t mold to your facial or head movements. 

resin realistic mask

Features of High-Quality Realistic Masks

It’s not enough to look realistic for a mask to be of excellent quality. Whenever you’re in the market for a realistic mask, ensure that it has the following features.

It’s Durable

Because of the attention to detail involved in their production, realistic masks are already quite expensive on their own. If you’re buying one, it’s always wise to choose a durable and sturdy mask.

However, remember that no material used for realistic masks is indestructible. For example, latex and silicone masks can tear when mishandled or not properly cared for. Even so, it’s still better to invest in a realistic mask that won’t tear from an accidental pull or scratch.

It’s Flexible but Can Retain Its Intended Shape

Unless you’re intentionally buying a resin mask, your realistic mask should be flexible. It should stretch easily in certain areas for easy wearing. It should also have some elasticity to it so that it fits your head. For example, the neck area should have high elasticity so that you can wear the mask through the neck area without making it loose and flappy.

It should also conform to the shape of your head without losing its intended shape. For example, a mask with high cheekbones shouldn’t sag inward if you lack these features.

It Lets You See and Breathe Easily

It’s no fun wearing a mask that makes you highly uncomfortable, especially when it comes to breathing or seeing. The exception is if that’s what you’re into. Since not everyone is into this specific variation of breath play or bondage, it helps to pick a realistic mask that keeps you comfortable.

It Acts Like a Second Face

You want the mask you’re using to feel like it’s a second face or layer of skin. It shouldn’t feel too tight, too loose, or too uncomfortable. It’s normal for first-time users to feel uncomfortable wearing a full-head realistic mask. With time, most people become comfortable with them.

It May Moves with Your Facial Expressions

Some masks allow the users to emote with them. For example, you may smile, and the mask may also stretch into a smile.

Not all high-quality masks allow for this kind of emotion or expressiveness. Some are simply made to cover one’s face and give them a new identity. However, as realistic mask-making technology continues to improve, we’ll likely see more emotive masks in the future.

realistic mask acts like a second face

What Are the Purposes of Realistic Masks?

Here are some reasons why you should try realistic masks:

Realistic Mask For Crossdressing

Traditionally, wearing masks is all about concealing one’s identity. Today, wearing realistic masks is all about donning a new identity. In BDSM and fetishist niches, the masks provide the wearers chance to crossdress without wearing too much makeup.

realistic mask for crossdressing

Realistic Mask For Disguise and Performances

These realistic masks aren’t only used in the bedroom or dungeons. In the world of female maskers, who are men who wear female masks, they act as disguises, performances, or both. Female maskers enjoy donning realistic female masks and wearing female clothing. The reason isn’t always sexual in nature.

Realistic Mask For Halloween Costumes

The most popular use of realistic masks is for Halloween costumes. Most of the realistic masks people get for Halloween are of the scary or otherworldly kind. Their other uses involve performances, like for films or theater. The actors who wear them don’t need to apply copious amounts of makeup or sit on a chair for hours to achieve a specific look.

Halloween realistic mask

Realistic Mask For Medical Training

Finally, some realistic masks are used for medical training, especially in geriatric care. Many students in nursing learn faster and better from simulations. What better way to practice medicine and improve their bedside manners than with “patients” who look like elderly people?

How Realistic Are These Masks?

Silicone masks are as realistic as a real face. They don’t only have the color and texture of the skin. They also move and act as skin does, which is a key factor in boosting their realism levels. Silicone is soft, has similar elasticity to the skin, and behaves like skin under the light.

These masks are great for individuals who want to really step into someone else’s shoes. You could even fool unknowing people into thinking you’re not wearing one if you have a high-quality silicone mask.

On top of that, they don’t only look good from another person’s point of view. The wearer will also enjoy wearing them since they feel like a second skin layer.

realistic mask

How to Choose Realistic Mask for Your Needs and Activities

Today, you can find a number of stores and manufacturers of realistic masks in the market. The masks they offer range in price, quality, and designs or styles. Before buying a realistic mask, you should also know your needs. For example, do you plan to use it often or scarcely? Knowing why and how often you’ll use it will act as a good guide.

Reading client reviews is one of the best ways to find quality masks at affordable prices. Check forums made for female maskers and other similar niches. It also helps to research the store properly.

The best mask is one that is comfortable to wear and fits you well. Never settle for a mask that feels too tight or loose in certain areas. Excellent masks should also have high-quality materials and construction. Picking the right manufacturer or brand is the key to finding high-grade masks.

how to choose realistic mask

Types of Realistic Mask You Can Buy

Realistic masks are as diverse as people. The masks on the market vary by gender, age, face shape, features, and many more. On top of that, you can make each one even more unique by matching it with wigs, accessories, and cosmetics.

You can also get a custom-made mask if you want it to have specific facial features.

Male Realistic Mask

This type of realistic mask has masculine features. These features include the following:

● A prominent chin

● Squared or angular jawline

● Pronounced or strong brow bone

● Sometimes a cleft chin

● A larger “bone structure” and other chiseled features

Some male masks may also have facial hair, which ranges from a five o’clock shadow to a full beard. Other masks also include a full head of hair. Chest hair may also be present depending on the mask’s design.

Our Male Masks range in design and styles, all created to fit and feel like a real second face. Use them to match a muscle suit to completely transform into a new male identity. You can also get a custom-made mask if you want it to have specific facial features.

male realistic mask

Female Realistic Mask

The female mask is a realistic mask with feminine features. These include the following:

● Softer, rounder contours

● Softer brow ridge

● Aesthetic arched eyebrows

● Full lips

● Softer and smaller V-shaped jawline

● Narrow nose with an upward nasal tip

The drawback of our Female Mask options is they don’t come with a head of hair. Consider pairing them with a wig of your choice for a fully feminine getup.

female realistic mask

Old or Middle-Aged Male Realistic Mask

The most popular realistic mask in our store is the  Middle-Aged Man. It has the same features as the male mask. The only difference is that its features are more mature, which show in the following factors:

● Wrinkle details

● Some white hair punched into eyebrows, beards, and hair

● More facial hair

You can easily match these with muscle suits for a complete masking experience like other male masks. 

realistic mask

Summary

Realistic masks are great for those who want to step out of their shoes and into another identity. Silicone masks are great alternatives to makeup-heavy crossdressing and costumes. When you’re buying a silicone mask, always look for those of high quality and excellent make.

Are you ready to buy your first silicone realistic mask? Consider checking our store now for high-quality and realistic masks, muscle suits, and more!