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Our best-selling Natural Earth Paint creates a creamy, washable, tempera-like paint when mixed with water. 100% Washable and suitable for all ages.

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Description

Plant and earth-based, washable, and radiant paints. Designed for children but suitable for all ages. Just add water!

Perfect for:

  • School projects
  • All Crafts
  • Wood, rocks, fabric, paper, glass

Kit contains:

  • 6 colors of paint
  • 6 biodegradable and compostable mixing cups with lids
  • 1 bamboo paint brush
  • 1 Earth Art booklet with instructions and nature-based activity ideas

Colors:  

  • Red (Venetian Red)
  • Orange (Orange Ochre)
  • Yellow (Yellow Ochre)
  • Green (Terre Verte)
  • Blue (Ultramarine Blue)
  • Brown (Raw Umber) 

Each packet creates up to  8 oz. of paint depending on the amount of water added.

Note: These paints are NOT pure pigment. They are a mixture of earth pigments, organic corn starch and gum arabic (tree sap). 

Technical Data

Ingredients:
Organic Corn Starch, Gum Arabic, Natural Earth & Mineral Pigments

Shelf Life:
We recommend that you mix only as much as you need for each painting session. After the paint is mixed, it will stay fresh for 2-3 weeks in the refrigerator.

Safety & Quality:
Made in the USA. Free of nuts, dairy, and gluten. Cruelty-free. Not intended for consumption. Looking for colors you can safely use in food? Try our Natural Egg Dye Kit!

This product proudly carries the ACMI AP (Approved Product) Seal. This means the paints have been independently tested and certified nontoxic by the Art & Creative Materials Institute (ACMI), a leading organization that evaluates art materials for safety. This seal confirms our products meet the highest standards and are safe for artists of all ages.

Packaging:
This kit is packaged in a 100% post-consumer recycled paper box. The paint pouches inside are biodegradable "plastic" pouches. Post-consumer recycled paper eliminates the need to cut down new trees to create paper as it utilizes pre-existing material.

Shipping & returns

Eco-Friendly Practices

We are a small, woman-owned and run business operating out of a solar-powered facility in Southern Oregon. We also double as a used packaging drop-off site for local residents and businesses. Our products are packaged in 100% post-consumer recycled packaging, home compostable pouches and recyclable glass and aluminum bottles.

We give back by donating to "One Tree Planted" and "Rogue Climate" every month and continue to donate to various humanitarian and environmental causes throughout the year.

Generally, all orders are shipped using zero-waste packaging and materials. Our shipping department uses paper stuffing and biodegradable paper tape, with the exception of shipping glass or insulated acrylik in the winter.

 

Shipping Policies and Information

We offer free standard shipping on orders above $150 for U.S. customers. If you qualify for free shipping, we will not honor requests for Priority or Expedited shipping unless a request is submitted through email and additional postage is paid. If you need expedited shipping, email us.

Our shipping room runs Monday through Friday, and is closed on federal holidays. With the exception of orders placed on Friday and Saturday, we typically pack and ship orders within 24 hours. During peak/high volume periods it may take us 1-3 days to pack and ship an order.

If you email us over the weekend with a shipping need, we will respond to you on Monday morning, Pacific time. The best way to reach us is by filling out our contact form on this website.

Please double check your shipping address. We are not responsible for issues caused by incorrect addresses. 

Shipping rates and available services are calculated at checkout based on your order’s weight and destination. Delivery estimates are estimates provided by the carrier and are not guaranteed. You are always welcome to email us if you need extra help with shipping or delivery.

 

How We Handle Shipping Issues

Once an order leaves our facility, delivery is handled by the selected shipping carrier. Any delivery issues must be addressed directly with the carrier, as they are responsible for transporting the package to its destination. For USPS shipments, we’ve found that contacting your local post office is often the most effective first step.

You may track your shipment or submit a missing mail claim through the carrier used for your order—either the U.S. Postal Service or UPS.

While we make every effort to process and ship orders promptly, we are not able to retrieve or locate packages once they are in transit. In the event of a delay or loss, we ask for your patience while the carrier completes its investigation. Replacement items or refunds can only be issued after the carrier has made a formal determination.

After an order leaves our facility, responsibility transfers to the carrier, but we’re glad to offer support and direction should any delivery issues occur.

If your order arrives damaged, please contact us within 10 days of delivery. Include your order number and photos of the damaged product and packaging. 

We do everything possible to make sure acrylik paint and medium will arrive undamaged in winter. We insulate packages and add heat packs to help ensure paint will not freeze in transit, however, we cannot guarantee that acrylik paint and medium will always arrive undamaged. We will not replace or refund acrylik paint that has been ruined by freezing temperatures. 

If an order is marked “delivered” by the carrier but you have not received it, please let us know, but do note that we will insist you make every effort to find the package on your end, including checking with neighbors and waiting at least 2 more days for delivery. If the package does not show up, we will assist you in starting a trace with the carrier or make another determination about how to handle the issue.

 

Return Policies

We offer full refunds on any defective or damaged products. We also offer full refunds (less shipping costs) on elective returns if the product is in re-sellable condition (including the packaging) and the return has been made within 3 months of the purchase.

Acrylik specific: We do everything possible to make sure acrylik paint and medium will arrive undamaged in winter. We insulate packages and add heat packs to help ensure paint will not freeze in transit, however, we cannot guarantee that acrylik paint and medium will always arrive undamaged. We will not replace or refund acrylik paint that has been ruined by freezing temperatures. 

Please send all returns to us at:

Natural Earth Paint

℅ Returns

330 E Hersey St. Ste 7

Ashland, OR 97520


International Shipping

If you’re ordering from Europe, Canada, Australia or New Zealand, please click the appropriate link to visit the international website for your region - these are operated by third parties but all products were made in the USA . We normally ship with either FedEx or UPS for international orders, and the order typically takes 2-3 weeks for delivery. Due to global constraints, shipping times may vary, and additional delays can occur due to customs inspections. Since we never know if a package will be held at customs, any import fees or taxes applied to the delivery must be paid by the recipient.

PRODUCT FAQs

Are these paints safe for children? 
The Natural Earth Paint is water-based and super easy to mix up and clean up with water. Used by adults and children for fun, easy crafts and art projects. We recommend this paint for anyone that wants a quick, easy, non-toxic and natural paint to create with easy clean up with water. The recipe includes only 3 natural ingredients, and all colors are made from natural earth, instead of synthetic, pigments, which are tested and free of toxic heavy metals.

How long do they last / are they permanent? 
It will gradually wear away if left in the elements (rain) because it's not waterproof. It won't technically fade but will just wear off eventually. However, if painted on a wall or painting, they will last indefinitely. 

Why should I mix my own paint when I can buy paint pre-made? We believe that the extra step of mixing your own paint is well worth the peace of mind of knowing you are using the safest and most sustainable paint on the market. Most pre-made paints on the market contain a variety of toxic chemical stabilizers, petrochemicals, fillers, and preservatives. Natural pigments provide an unsurpassed luminosity, depth of color, UV resistance, humidity resistance, and archival qualities. As soon as you have a liquid paint you need a preservative to keep it from going bad on the shelf - by mixing your own, there's no need for preservatives. Conventional paints are the "fast food" approach that the mainstream paint industry thinks consumers demand, but we believe our customers deserve better.

How long does the paint last after mixed? 
The children’s paints in the Natural Earth Paint Kit are best used fresh. We recommend that you only mix as much as you need for one painting session, but the paints will stay good for several weeks if kept in an air tight container and refrigerated.

Can I dilute it with water? 
The children's earth paint can be diluted with water as much as you want. It becomes more and more like watercolor as you dilute it.

Can I mix secondary colors from the Natural Earth Paint primaries? 
The 9 colors we offer will not create color spectrum / primary colors that can be mixed to create secondary and tertiary colors. They are earth pigments, made of the earth and are all slightly earth toned. There's no way to mix a true purple with the earth red (venetian red) and blue and no way to mix a true color spectrum green with the earth yellow (yellow ocher) and blue (ultramarine blue). 

What age are the Natural Earth Paints suitable for? 
Our Natural Earth Paints are suitable for all ages 3+

Is the paint edible / food safe? 
Our paints are not intended for consumption. However, our Natural Egg Dye Kits are FDA approved for use in food! Our paints are great to use on children's toys and can be sealed with our Natural Varnish or Natural Acrylic Medium, but care should be taken to limit exposure in one's mouth.

What is the best way to clean up Natural Earth Paint?
Our Natural Earth Paints wash off skin and other surfaces very easily with soap and water. Some pigments are more staining than others. Wash any stained areas multiple times until clean.

Can I use your Natural Earth Paints as Face Paint?
Our Natural Face Paints are made with cosmetic-grade pigments and organic ingredients and are perfect for any kind of face / body painting. However, the children's Natural Earth Paint contains gum arabic and cornstarch, which are safe ingredients but can be drying or irritating to some individuals skin with prolonged contact. However, many people report to us that they use the Natural Earth Paint as face paint. We recommend using our Natural Face Paints instead because they’ve been specifically formulated to nourish the skin while providing vibrant, skin-safe color.


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Anne (Naperville, US)
So Sweet!

I absolutely loved painting with the Valentine's Craft Kit! I love how it was so thoughtfully designed with little artists in mind! The paint washes off clothes so easily which is great for indoor crafting sessions! Would definitely recommend!

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Cameo
A little goes a long way

I was concerned after some of the reviews said the colors were dull, but those people must have mixed them way too watery. I mixed with 1:1 powder to water and they turned out WONDERFUL. The colors are bright, they were easy to work with and I hardly used any paint. I mixed 2 tbs of the powder with 2 tbs of water and barely used any for this project. Super excited to do more!

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Alana
Highly recommend

They are great vibrant colors! They paint nice and smooth and I feel safe of my child actually tries to taste it!

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Christina Torres
Easy to clean!!!

So amazing! I was so hesitant to do painting with my kiddo because of the potential mess, not to mention the eating of the paint that was likely to occur... anyway I heard about these paints on an Instagram page so figured I’d try them. My 19th month old has a total blast! He got some on his hands and feet and this stuff dries so fast when he started walking around and touching stuff the paint on him was dry! Sure a little got on the floor and the wall because it was bound to happen but it was beyond easy to clean. Easier to clean than when they splatter milk and it starts to dry! when we were done, it only took some water and a rag to get him all cleaned up. We took a risk trying this out and this mama could not be more pleased! Oh I also prepared the paint in advanced, they ended up sitting in my fridge for about 2 days before use and it was like I had just mixed them. If it helps, I taped (packing tape) the little cups with paint to the paper to reduce spillage.

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Jonathan Justus
Pretty colors!! So thrilled!

Love them!! I painted some peg people for small world play but wanted to make sure the paints were as safe as possible for my toddler. I'm more than pleased with the colors. You can make the paint thick or just do multiple coats. The red, orange, and yellow aren't super vibrant, but I expected that. They're very natural and earthy colors. Blue and green are gorgeous. I made the purple by mixing a tiny bit of red into blue. I may coat with beeswax later. It's more paint than I expected and will last a long time just doing wood projects. Their website has a couple more colors so I will probably order those too!

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Jen
Great paints!

Love these paints! I’ve only mixed up the red, blue, green and yellow so far, but they are great. I love the colors and the consistency. I like the way they look when dry. I used a more water color consistency because I just like how that looks.

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Susan Koessler (Buffalo, US)
Loved the Title ❤️

My granddaughter and I had a fabulous time painting the hearts
A wonderful activity and would highly recommend for all adults entertaining young children

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Mary (New York, US)
Tons of fun!

These paints worked great and my toddler had so much fun. We painted on canvas. I went over it with Mod Podge a few days later to seal and there was a a bit of running/streaking I think just because it's so water soluble.

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Lander
Absolutely love this paint

We have ordered this time and time again. It's the best paint for kids and adults. Thank you SO much for making incredible earth paints.

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Jennifer (Ashland, US)
This Kit was Perfect for my daughter!

Wow, this was the most ideal gift to get my daughter off her device and outside painting and mixing. So fun :)

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Tina M Page
Great gift

Bought for my granddaughter and she loved the paint. It's safe for kids of all ages and environmentally safe. Just wish it came in a larger size

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Marianne Bickett (Mililani Town, US)
Very Grateful for Natural Earth Paint!

As an (now retired) art teacher and grandmother, for years I struggled with the issue of unhealthy paints for kids, and for myself as an artist. Several years ago I chanced upon Natural Earth Paint when I was searching for alternatives. The paints are rich and colorful and I have no worry about toxins to students/grandkids, myself, or to the earth! That's how things should be! Thank you to the brave women who had the vision of this business! It would be helpful if the children's paints came in resealable packets and not plastic (I know there is a paper bag for bulk order) and I will say the color red isn't great, but, regardless, I'm a devoted customer and will continue to buy paints from Natural Earth Paint and I recommend it to my artist friends and other teachers and grandmothers out there! We need to be the change we seek...it's our choices now that are very critical to live in balance with this beautiful planet. Mahalo Nui Loa !! I highly recommend all their products!!!

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Cynthia Newbury (Austin, US)
Christmas Gifts

The Kits I ordered are gifts for family. So I have no reviews yet on how they like them.

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Sage (Wellesley, US)
Great product!

One of the less expensive eco-friendly options I found, still fantastic quality!

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A.M. (Houston, US)
Great quality, will be buying more!

I have an almost two year old who loves to paint, and naturally also puts things in her mouth time to time she shouldn't. Using paints that are free of toxins makes me so much less anxious to let her paint and we now are painting almost every afternoon because of the ease of mixing up a large batch of the paint and keeping it in the fridge between uses. When we run out, I will definitely be buying more. The paints are smooth and vibrant, unlike some other brands we have tried. So happy to have found this brand!

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Greengiant
Amazing

This is awesome! I was looking for paint that would be safe for my one year old to use for his first painting and this is amazing!The colors are soooo vibrant and yet that wash so easy and didn't even stain skin or clothes! I can't recommend this enough! We had so much fun and it was super easy to clean my baby after even though he managed to get himself covered head to tow

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bootsandpants
Best paints

I’ve been using these paints with my 5 year old and now two year old for about four years. Love them. There’s the extra step of mixing them but I feel better knowing they’re natural ingredients. Even though other brands say non toxic they’re not transparent about their ingredients. Easy cleanup.

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Amazon Customer
all natural safe bright colors

I am amazed at how bright these natural colors are

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E3232
Great Natural Eco Friendly Paint

I love these paints, easy to mix and I like that you can make the paint thicker or more watery if you prefer. I love that you can store the leftover paint in the fridge for use later in case you mix too much. I also like how you can just mix up a small amount if you want. Vibrant colors. Would buy again.

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Andrea Davis
The best all natural paints! Easy to clean and vibrant colors!

The best natural paints we have ever used! My 5 and 3 year olds love this paint. It’s easy to clean, safe, has no odor and has BEAUTIFUL vibrant colors when used with little water. I’ve recommended this to all of my mom friends !

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Briana
Good for little kids

Love this. Used it with my 10 month old. She’s def still a little young for finger painting but it was a great sensory activity very messy but easy to clean up and I didn’t have to worry if she stuck her fingers in her mouth. I also love that I can control the texture. Can add little water for thick paint or a lot of water for a more watercolor type paint. I love how vibrant the colors are.

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Elizabeth A Olkowski
Rich color

We bought this paint to make baby footprints for Christmas ornaments. The color is very rich and worked nicely on wood.

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Rosanne
Ok alternative if child is allergic to artificial colors

Paint is very watery. Colors are blah! It’s ok if your little one is allergic and wants to paint. Would probably not be acceptable for older child who knows what real paint is like. Toddler loves them tho

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Christina Bynum
Great product

Love love love! Beautiful colors and I think it’s great that you can mix a little at a time.

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Doobie Shemer
Safe for babies!

Easy to mix and gives rich colors.

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Bluegirl13
Nice colors, cleaned up well

My kids loved painting with this set. My older one helped mix the paints and then we all made a huge mess. Everything washed off easily, no stains on anyone’s clothing. I’d highly recommend.

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Angel Rose
Best paint for kids

Love how natural and easy to clean it is.

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Judy Sanders
He’s my great you’re in trouble loves this!!!!!! He is three

He’s my great you’re in trouble loves this he’s three

Why Natural Earth Paint

  • SAFE
    &
    SUSTAINABLE

    Paint without worry. Our colors are free from harmful chemicals, safe for you and the Earth.

  • ZERO WASTE
    &
    ZERO WORRY

    We care for the planet. Our solar-powered facilities and biodegradable packaging ensure zero waste.

  • INNOVATIVE
    &
    UNMATCHED

    Experience the best in eco-friendly art supplies. Unique products you won’t find anywhere else.

  • PROFESSIONAL
    &
    HIGH QUALITY

    Enjoy vibrant, high-quality pigments. Handcrafted in small batches for the best results.