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a. Types of Personal Camouflage. There are several types of camouflage commercially available in a variety of colors. These include stick camouflage, commonly known as a came stick, grease paint, and camo compac.

b. Advantages/Disadvantages. Choosing a form of camouflage will depend on the terrain as well as the weather conditions. Some forms of personal camouflage are more durable than others.

1) The came stick is the most difficult to apple but lasts the longest.

2) Cam compac is easier to apply but does not last as long.

c. Uses for Personal Camouflage.

1) When using a came stick or grease paint, all exposed shin should be covered. This includes the hands, back of the neck, ears, and face.

2) The parts of the face that naturally form shadows should be lightened.

3) The predominant features of the face that shine, such as the forehead, cheeks, nose, and chin, should be darkened.

4) The patterns and colors that are used should blend in with the natural vegetation and shadows.

5) For jungles and woodland, light green and loam colors should be used.

6) For desert, light brown and sand colors should be used.

7) For snow, white and gray colors should be used.

8) Facial patterns can vary from irregular stripes across the face to bold splotching. The best pattern may be a combination of the two to ensure a blending with the background terrain.