I was afraid that the cardboard backing is a pale copy that do poorly made "mercy" .... unfounded fears! The facial features are realistic and the mask is large enough to clear your face, which really gives the impression (for one second, say ...) that the real "prince" appears! In addition, the place is nice for the eyes and encourages travel. Every time I wore it, I have been as successful if ever put a hyperrealistic copy latex. And the blissful smile of the Prince is very contagious, according to my modest experience ...