Edible paints in the USA

What is edible body paint?

It is a flavoured cream or liquid that you put on the skin to draw, write or simply spread, and then lick off. It suits a game for couples where foreplay is what matters. There are flavours such as chocolate or strawberry, and some come with a dice that decides which part of the body to paint.

Safety

Use them only on the outside of the skin, never inside the vagina or anus. If you notice itching or stinging, wash the area with water and stop. If you are going to use a condom afterwards, wash the area with lukewarm water first, because the product page does not always say whether the paint is compatible with latex.

How to choose

• Format: a pot to spread with your fingers over large areas such as the back or chest, a pen to draw or write with precision.
• Flavour: chocolate or fruit; choose one that you both like.
• Ingredients: check the list on the product page if you have any allergies, for example to cocoa or to a flavouring.
• Quantity: look at the millilitres on the packaging when the product page gives them; to cover large areas, a pot is better.
• Game included: some come with a dice of body parts so you can start without having to think.

Edible paints: frequently asked questions

Can you really eat them?

Yes. They are designed to be licked off the skin. Before using them, check the ingredients on the product page.

Can you use them on the genitals?

On the outside, yes. Inside the vagina or anus, no.

Do they stain the sheets?

They can, especially the chocolate ones. Put a towel underneath while you play.

How do you remove what is left?

With lukewarm water and mild soap, in the shower or with a damp towel.