8 smooth and buttery paint sticks handmade using beeswax and fine earth & mineral colours. A versatile set of richly-hued non-toxic solid paints that work beautifully for a variety of art projects. No paintbrush needed. Especially made for children with no fillers or petrochemicals. Creates satisfying vibrant colour. The Paint Sticks set will give children a fun add on activity to their day. The sticks' texture and softness help make layer over layer of thick colour. The Paint Sticks are softer than the oil pastels and very buttery. The child's hands may get a little stain that can be washed away using water and soap. They provide a wonderful experience for the child and the softness helps encourage experimentation of colour.