HMC and Régie Equipment: Essential Tools for Film and Video Production
In the film industry, régie and HMC are two crucial departments. While the régisseur and their team manage logistics during the shoot, HMC—standing for Habillage, Maquillage, Coiffure (Wardrobe, Hair & Makeup)—includes all the professionals preparing actors for camera. Both roles require reliable, adapted gear to ensure smooth and efficient production. Discover our selection of HMC and régie products and find the right equipment to match your needs—at the best value.
What Is Régie in Filmmaking?
Before diving into the list of available equipment, it's important to define these two departments.
In film production, régie refers to the logistics team. Unlike HMC, the régisseur works closely with the production manager and assistant director, and is responsible for managing every practical aspect of the shoot—from catering to transporting crew and gear. The régie team is truly multifunctional, ensuring smooth operations on set. Their tasks include picking up supplies, saving parking spaces for actors or crew, and moving technical equipment to the location.
The régisseur solves all the practical challenges that arise before and during filming. They also assist with location scouting, manage transportation of cameras, lights, and gear, and oversee proper equipment setup. The régie team may also support HMC professionals when specific supplies are needed on set.
What Is HMC on a Film Set?
HMC stands for Wardrobe, Makeup, and Hair—three distinct departments that together prepare actors and extras for filming. On feature films, these roles are handled by the head costume designer, lead makeup artist, and head hair stylist with their respective teams. On smaller productions such as short films, the makeup artist often handles all three roles, while the assistant director may coordinate specific costume elements when needed.
Which Régie Products Are Essential in Film Production?
Here is a selection of must-have régie products for audiovisual production:
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Adhesives and Gaffers: repositionable spray glue, gaffer tape (including printed or anti-slip), aluminum tape, permacel, electrical tape, double-sided adhesive, Velcro, PVC tape, Barnier, thread locker, “American paste”
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Régie Equipment & Bijoute: crossbars for carts, makeup mirrors (daylight or artificial), village tents, cardboard dividers, makeup chairs, director chairs, signal cones, bins, beach carts, telescopic chair covers
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Régie Consumables: fluorescent arrows, shoe covers, white chalk, yellow/black tunnel tape, disposable foot and body warmers, chalk holders, paint markers, fineliners, highlighters, pens
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Régie Bungee Cords: rubber ties, auto-lock hooks, ball cords, small loops
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Régie Straps: carabiners, ratchet straps, hook straps
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Lighting Equipment: tripods, LED work lights, flood lights, clamps, LED tubes, rolling baby stands, lighting balloons, rechargeable LED torches, floppy flags, tulip lights, LED panel lights, mounting accessories
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Régie Carts: battery carts, camera carts, trolleys, 3-position dollies, folding ramps, tripod transport kits, VESA adapters, rollable ramps, umbrella holders, camera system kits, clamps, support arms
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Miscellaneous Equipment: fog machines, haze machines, gobos, lights, cables, connectors, clamps, fans
Note: Régie accessories are also available for rental.
Which HMC Accessories Are Essential for Filming?
Here are the main accessories and equipment for HMC teams on film sets:
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HMC Tables and Chairs: prestige makeup tables, aluminum makeup chairs, director’s chairs, telescopic chairs, cardboard room dividers
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HMC Makeup Mirrors: daylight or artificial triptych makeup mirrors, waterless hand wipes
Where to Buy HMC and Régie Equipment for Audiovisual Production?
If you're a filmmaker looking for high-quality régie or HMC equipment, you’ll find everything you need on our online store, Cinéboutique. Whether you're a régisseur, costume designer, hair stylist, or makeup artist, our selection includes all the essentials to ensure smooth production. Our catalog of HMC and régie products features professional-grade gear at competitive prices, suitable for both industry professionals and passionate enthusiasts.
