Actually it gets better. After I relogged the warpaint had disappeared, taking with it a load of grit that left me with less than I had before I started.
As most people should know by now, if the hunger meter isnt circeled in green (=100%) the max amount of life is lower.
I think I have seen the same with stamina and thirst.
But yes, I dont use those warpaints neighter. Not with these costs. As Halycon said, they should be permanent until the user dies.
But I am one of those who never wear appropiate armor or consume heat/cold stuff in various areas.
Yes, permanent warpaint (until death) would be more useful. I unlearned warpaints as soon as I noticed that they were not permanent. At the moment, not even the stuff to remove it is useful, because it removes itself so fast.