First time silicone mask advice needed!

skeletonscare

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Hello all, I've started progress towards creating an original silicone mask for wear this Halloween. That said, I'm stuck between my options for a core.

Option number one: David Mosher FX generic lifecast form:
http://www.davidmosherfx.com/STORE.html

Option number two: Neill's Materials silicone mask armature:
https://www.neillsmaterials.co.uk/product/silicone-mask-armatures/

Anybody make a silicone mask with the Mosher form before? I'm a little worried because of its 24 inch head diameter when it had 22 inches recommended to me for silicone mask making, but it is a little bit cheaper after shipping and I've heard good things about it. and FX silicone masks are made on lifecasts all the time as far as I know. On the other hand, the Neill's armature is made with a gap for lip cupping and is reduced in areas for a better, more snug fit for maximum movement.

Any help would be fantastic! PS: I was going to make my own armature by blending a facecast of mine into a clay base but it isn't working out fantastic, and I might sell copies if it comes out well :cool.
 
I would get the Neill one. I held off on the Mosher one because of the size

I'm considering it. Partially just wish a company with a decent 3D printer and a headscan would reduce a scan and print it, mold it, cast it, and make it more accessible to the layman like me.
 
I made my very first silicone mask many many years ago off of the Mosher Head. The size was an issue.
I would recommend the Mosher Head to anyone for latex mask making, mine lasted a very long time. For silicone? For my money, you’re much better off going with the Neill’s Materials Head.
 
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