Kigurumi Troubleshooting
These are some common issues that people run into, and how to fix them.
Kigurumi Mask sits too low, tilts, rotates over time when worn, or has bad vision
Usually an indication that there isn't enough interior-padding, or that the current padding isn't configured in a way that works well for the kig.
The section on padding a Kigurumi Mask has more information on this.
Body padding shows through the Hadatai
Visible edges usually come from abrupt foam shapes, which don't contour to the body as well as silicone or latex padding.
While some may switch to other padding, that costs money, time and isn't always an option.
Adding compressive layers like pantyhose or a compressive bodysuit over the padding, but under the hadatai can help reduce the visibility of the edges. Significant areas of foam pads might even benefit from a second pair to really smooth things out.
Seams from padding or shapewear are a bit harder to tackle, sometimes additional layers can help obscure them, but sometimes switching up how layers are done or using a thicker hadatai is all that can truly be done. A bit of showing through the hadatai isn't the end of the world either, its a reminder that the kig is a costume and not a real person, and there are indeed many performers who can appreciate the detail even if some might see it as a personal imperfection.
See body padding theory before adding more compression.
Kigurumi Mask looks too small
A mask can physically fit, yet not look quite to scale for your body or the character's proportions you are aiming for. Camera angles can help, but sometimes a mask is simply too small.
Wide angle lenses and shots from above can work to make a smaller mask look more proportionate, but it can't do magic.
Glasses do not fit under a mask
If contacts aren't an option, Serval Industries has recently started offering low profile glasses designed to comfortably fit under a mask and avoid any pressure points. It might be possible to set up a pair of old glasses to fit similarly as well for those more DIY inclined.
Swimming glasses might also be an option worth exploring.
Mask eyes fog
More specific to masks with lens type eyes, you may need to use a defogging product to keep the eyes clear. Makers typically apply some level to the mask, but those types of coatings aren't permanent. Do not use automotive defog products, but ones meant for glasses. Be careful to not wet the actual eye design itself, and just the lens if possible. If the eye design is behind the lens, you may need to use a anti-fog cloth carefully rather than a spray product.