Okay, spooky season is officially upon us, and you know what that means: it’s time to dream up the perfect Halloween makeup!
I’ve rounded up 10 incredible ideas that are guaranteed to be a hit at any party, from seriously scary to super cute.
1. Glam Circus Clown
Source: @jess_blends
I know, I know — clowns are usually the stuff of nightmares, especially around Halloween. However, you can totally create a pretty version!
This artist has put together her look with pink makeup and some black glitter. The pink makes it feel cute while the glitter brings all the glitz and glamour. A look like this is absolutely perfect for a party.
2. Leopard Makeup
Source: @withlove.nadia
Feeling like taking a walk on the wild side for Halloween? Then you should try out some leopard makeup. This particular look is so detailed and looks absolutely amazing.
You could recreate the same design, or if you’re more of a beginner with makeup, you could just try doing the leopard spots.
There are so many tutorials online to help you create a leopard look that will totally wow.
3. Cracked Makeup Idea
Source: @giuliannaa
If you are looking for some truly creative Halloween makeup ideas, then this next option could be for you.
The artist has done a vibrant makeup look on her eyes and a grey statue style on the bottom half of her face. It almost gives the illusion that some of her face has cracked.
We love this unique design, and you could try it again with any eye makeup you like.
4. Bride of Frankenstein
Source: @ellycatt
The Bride of Frankenstein is such a classic Halloween character. Our next pick demonstrates how you can bring the look to life for Halloween.
All you really need to do is put on some dark makeup on your eyes and lips. Then, create her famous stitches. The artist made her stitches with Mehron makeup paints.
Finish off the whole thing with a wig and dress and your look is all set.
5. Sally Nightmare Before Christmas
Source: @cayaryu
The Nightmare Before Christmas is a seriously popular Halloween movie. This next idea shows you how to create Sally’s look for the holiday.
Makeup like this can be pretty simple to put together, and you don’t need that many colors. You just have to get the stitches design perfect. Complete your look with her hair and dress.
You can find these online or try to make the costume for a fun DIY project.
6. Sparkling Skeleton
Source: @twistinbangs
First up we have this sparkling skeleton. The artist has designed a pretty but dark look and has added some crystals. The crystals give the makeup a glam and unique appearance.
You could recreate this design using any color scheme, but the purple really works with the whole Halloween theme.
7. Cute Rabbit Makeup
Source: @ciaciaxo
Searching for Halloween makeup ideas that are more cute than scary? In that case, this next pick is for you. This makeup artist has created such an adorable rabbit look.
The makeup uses white, pink, glitter, and more. Finish off your costume with some ears and you are good to go.
8. Freddy Krueger Halloween Makeup
Source: @kati_powderbrush
Freddy Krueger is one of the most classic horror movie characters. Just because the character is a man does not mean the ladies can’t dress up as him too.
This very talented artist has created a female version. Something like this would take some practice to get right, but it will be so worth it because you will have the scariest costume at any party.
9. Half Skull Makeup
Source: @chrisspy
Our next idea is a half skull makeup design. This half makeup is great for parties because you get the best of both worlds. You can look spooky for Halloween and glamorous too.
You can apply any makeup you love, from glittery eyes to smokey ones, just add the skeleton design to the side of your face. Luckily, a tutorial for this look is available on Chrisspy’s YouTube channel.
10. Scary Skeleton Makeup
Source: @jneels
If you really want to look super scary, wear white contact lenses. This makeup artist has created a classic skeleton look and finished it off with white contacts.
You could recreate the spooky skeleton, or you could use white contacts for zombies, ghosts, and more.