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Finger paints are one of the best tools for the early development of fine motor skills, imagination, imaginative thinking and speech skills in a child. Their popularity among advanced parents leads to the fact that the shelves of children’s stores are literally littered with products from different manufacturers. Unfortunately, it does not always have the same good composition.

In order to make it easier for readers to choose high-quality and safe paints, I studied the most popular products on the domestic market, after which I made a rating of the best offers and tried to create a kind of “memo” that focuses the buyer’s attention on the most important characteristics.

finger paint rating

CENTRUM My Little Pony Finger Paints

A set of finger paints, designed in the style of the animated series My Little Pony, will surely appeal to fans and admirers of Pinkie Pie and Rainbow Dash. The set includes 4 jars of paints, equipped with tight lids. The composition of the product includes food coloring and preservative, purified water, glycerin and dextrin obtained from natural starch, providing sufficient viscosity. The colors are bright and wash off any surface easily.

Junlandia Finger paint Little Fox

Sensory finger paints with a natural composition from the brand Junlandia. The set consists of 6 jars, each with a capacity of 60 milliliters. The product belongs to the sensory category: when dried, it acquires a relief texture and contains fine sand in its composition, providing the child with a new tactile experience. The paints are water-based, so they are easily washed off from any surface without the use of detergents and cleaners.

JOVI Finger paints 6 colors

A set of paints from a major Spanish brand specializing in the creation of products for children’s art. The set includes 6 large jars, 125 ml each. The paints have a gel texture that does not run, making them a great choice for the youngest artists. They harden slowly, which will allow the child to smear paint on paper for a long time or correct the drawing. The brand’s products are distinguished by a safe, hypoallergenic composition.

Junlandia Finger paint Little hedgehog

Classic finger paints with a gel consistency. They do not spread, they dry slowly, so that the child will be able to adjust his drawing for a long time. Paints can be painted on any surface, from paper to leather, acrylic and tiles. The manufacturer uses natural dyes, thickeners and preservatives, so that the paints do not cause irritation and allergic reactions.

Finger paint Junlandia “Safari”

Compact set of finger paints containing 4 primary colors: red, green, blue and yellow. They have a gel texture, thanks to which they are guaranteed not to spread on paper. The product contains only natural dyes and thickeners, so they can be given even to children under the age of 3, provided that the child is under parental supervision during the game. The paints are water-based, easy to wash off, they can be painted on any surface.

Junlandia Fluorescent Finger Paints Neon

Excellent fluorescent finger paints. Allows you to create patterns that glow in the dark. The set includes 6 colors: pink and orange are added to the standard yellow, red blue and green. The colors are moderately thick, jelly-like. They do not sag or spread, they can be painted on any surfaces, including vertical ones, while they are easily washed off and washed off. The product is safe for children as it contains harmless food colors and preservatives.

Danko Toys Finger paints My first creation

A set of finger paints from the Ukrainian manufacturer. It has a watery consistency and comes complete with palettes into which paints can be poured and mixed. The product does not contain toxic components, does not cause allergic reactions and irritations. Paints can be painted on any surface. They are bright and dry well.

Molly Stencil Finger Paint Fruit

A set of safe finger paints designed for children from the age of six months. They have a moderately liquid consistency, are easy to apply, do not spread and do not sag. A set of 4 standard colors is complemented by brown, which expands the possibilities for drawing. The kit also includes a plastic stencil with five figured holes depicting fruits and berries: strawberries, apples, grapes, pears and lemons. Paints are suitable for drawing with fingers, brushes, cotton swabs.

Crayola finger paints

Great set of colors made in the USA. Consists of 4 jars of 147 ml each, with convenient dispensers that allow you to squeeze the right amount of paint directly onto the paper. The gel-like consistency does not allow the product to spread, it can be painted on horizontal and vertical surfaces: on paper, body, fabric, wood, acrylic. Paints are well washed off with soap and water, do not leave stains. They are very bright, they can be mixed without problems, getting orange, purple and other shades.

comparison table

In order to make it easier for the reader to choose from the paints presented in the review, I have reduced all their main characteristics into a visual comparative table.

Benefits of finger paints

Playing with finger paints contributes to the development of:

• Imagination;
• fine motor skills;
• artistic taste;
• Creative abilities;
• Emotional sphere;
• Sensors.

Drawing with fingers, the kid learns the world, gets a new tactile experience, trains the eye, forms the simplest cause-and-effect relationships. In addition, the areas of the brain responsible for speech are also involved in the process, so children who often engage in such creativity begin to speak faster. Finger paints help a child cope with stress, improve his emotional background, help memorize the names of primary colors and their combinations.

How to choose finger paints

First of all, make sure that the packaging is marked “finger paints”, otherwise you risk buying ordinary gouache. They are similar in appearance, but paints intended for finger painting have a safer composition, and therefore they will not harm, even if the child tastes them. In addition, manufacturers add special bitter ingredients to them to make them bitter.

Safety

Always give preference to products of large brands – such manufacturers guarantee quality and safety, their paints do not cause allergic reactions. Before buying, ask the seller to show certificates for the goods – this way you will avoid fakes.

Age appropriate

Most child psychologists and educators consider 10-11 months to be the optimal age for the first acquaintance with them. At this time, the child is already sitting confidently and is able to understand what exactly needs to be done. For such babies, a basic set of 4 primary colors is enough. For children over three years old, kits with a large number of shades and additional accessories are suitable: special stamps and stencils.

Not all 3+ paints should be given to young children – they may contain ingredients that are not meant to be swallowed. On the other hand, age restrictions are often a measure of reinsurance on the part of the manufacturer, so each set should be evaluated separately by analyzing its composition.

Convenience

Before buying, it will not be superfluous to study the reviews and reviews on the set you like. Keep in mind that during the game the paint will be everywhere: on clothes, face, body, floor, furniture and walls, so make sure that you have no problems washing them off. Also from the reviews you can find out how bright the colors are, how they behave on different surfaces.