Theatrical blood

For example, in the special effects industry, when a director needs to simulate an actor being shot or cut, a wide variety of chemicals and natural products can be used.

The most common is red food coloring, often inside small balloons coupled with explosive devices called squibs.

Fake blood generally consists of some or all of the following in various ratios (some ingredients render the solution inedible):[1] Most recipes may cause staining, so they should be tested in advance and the wardrobe washed promptly after use.

"Kensington Gore" (a pun on the London place and street) was a trademark for fake blood used in films and in theatre.

[8] The art of moulage uses theatrical blood in applying mock injuries for the purpose of training emergency response teams and other medical and military personnel.

The bloodred color of iron thiocyanate can simulate the appearance of blood.
Stage blood applied to an actor's face
Fired squibs on a costume spilling fake blood containing water, cherry sauce, red food colouring and an opacifier.
A jar of fake blood used for moulage medical training