23 Must-Try Halloween Makeup Looks This Year

Is it even Halloween without some next-level makeup? I think we all know the answer to that. If you’re looking for inspo, I’ve got you covered.

From seriously spooky to unbelievably cute, these are the looks you’ll want to screenshot immediately.

1. Feline Halloween Makeup Idea

If you’re looking for something fierce this Halloween, you have to check out this feline makeup. I love how this artist went for a lioness look, but you could totally recreate this or go with a more classic black cat design instead.

Either way, you get a wild vibe that’s perfect for joining in the fun while keeping your look super stylish.

2. Joker Makeup Look for Women

The Joker is such a classic source of inspiration, and here’s a great idea for this Halloween. As you can see, the makeup is actually quite simple to pull together.

It just involves purple eyes, red lips, and some painted on tattoos. For the hair, you can go for a temporary green dye or just grab a wig to complete the look.

3. Magical Mermaid Makeup

Next up, I have this magical mermaid makeup idea to show you. Mermaids have been a huge inspiration in fashion and beauty for a while, so it’s really no surprise the look is a Halloween favorite.

This is such an awesome example of a mermaid look, featuring a super cute scale design, some glam glitter, and beautiful, bright colors. You can try for something similar or put your own unique spin on it!

4. IT Inspired Halloween Makeup

The clown from IT has terrified so many people in both the movies and the book. I found this makeup idea that was inspired by that horrifying character.

The artist took the red elements from the clown’s most recent look and combined them with really beautiful makeup. I think this idea is awesome because it mixes the scariness of IT with makeup you could rock on a night out.

You get the best of both worlds, looking scary and pretty at the same time.

5. Cute Deer Makeup

Would you rather look cute than scary? Then this next makeup idea is definitely for you. Here we have such an adorable deer design.

You can recreate a similar look with the bow and white shading, or you could aim for a simpler version with just the white dots, a red nose, and some pretty makeup.

6. Melting Makeup with Glitter

Illusion makeup is always such a showstopper on Halloween. Here’s a melted face illusion concept that I love. The artist has made it look like half of her face is melting away to reveal a shimmering face underneath.

You could totally go for the glitter look or pick a different face to be revealed. Makeup like this takes some practice at home, but I promise the final result will be so worth it!

7. Scary Skull Halloween Makeup

My next idea is another skull look. This one uses black makeup to create a pretty amazing skeletal illusion. I love how you have to do a double take with this image because it seems quite realistic.

A look like this would be incredible at a party. There are tutorials online that can help you get a similar makeup effect.

8. Comic Book Wonder Woman

Next up, we have a Halloween makeup idea featuring Wonder Woman! This super cool look is inspired by the comic book version of the character.

The artist created a comic book feel by using black lines and white highlights. This is such a fun and creative idea, and it’s perfect for anyone who wants to join in the festivities without looking scary.

If you need a step-by-step tutorial for the look, here’s a YouTube tutorial by NikkieTutorials:

9. Cracked Doll Face Makeup

I also found this makeup idea that features a cracked face. A cracked face is perfect for pulling off a creepy doll look. Another popular take is to have the cracked face revealing a skeleton underneath.

The technique can be easy or more detailed depending on how much effort you want to put in. Take inspiration from this image if you want a doll look that you can recreate at home.

This makes me think it would be so cool to do a cracked Bratz Doll look, don’t you think?

10. Pretty Leopard Makeup Look

Take a walk on the wild side this Halloween with some leopard makeup. Here, the leopard print is painted in a pretty design and paired with beautiful eye makeup and a painted nose.

You can create this exact look or add even more leopard spots. The print is fairly simple to recreate, and you can find tutorials to help you get the shapes just right.

While we couldn’t find a tutorial for this specific look, Jodie Hulme has a blog with more amazing makeup ideas and step-by-step guides.

11. Illusion Face Mask Idea

Are you a fan of illusion makeup? Then this next idea is for you. This artist has crafted a mask on her face using black makeup. She covered part of her forehead, shaped a mask, and shaded her chin and jawline.

The makeup creates a look that totally messes with your mind. You can recreate something similar or make your face even scarier with contacts and some fake blood.

12. Stitched Up Makeup

Last on our list is this super creative stitched up look. The face is painted in vibrant colors, with stitches on the face and neck.

You could use this idea and technique for doll makeup, Frankenstein, and more. There are tutorials online to help you create stitches just like these.

13. Sugar Skull Makeup Look

Sugar skulls have been inspiring Halloween makeup year after year. If you want to give the look a go this season, this next idea is perfect.

Here we have a sugar skull inspired look with skeleton makeup, a pretty heart design, and bright flowers in the hair.

You can create a simpler look like this one, or use it as a starting point and add more patterns like the traditional sugar skull designs.

14. Pretty Clown Halloween Makeup Look

Step right up! My first Halloween makeup idea is this circus clown. This look uses some of the classic clown makeup elements on the eyes and lips but in a totally modern and stylish way.

Makeup like this is definitely something you can recreate, and there are tutorials online to help. If you want to make it spookier, you could always add some contact lenses.

15. Scarecrow Makeup Idea

Scarecrows are such a Halloween classic. Here’s a cute scarecrow idea I found. The artist used orange and black tones for the makeup and finished the whole thing off with a hat.

This would be great if you don’t want to be scary. But if you do, you can use this same idea with darker makeup and contact lenses.

16. Bratz Doll Makeup Idea

Dolls are a classic choice for Halloween makeup. This artist, however, has created a really unique illusion Bratz Doll look.

Bratz dolls are known for their amazing eye makeup and trendy clothes, so this is perfect for anyone wanting a stylish Halloween costume that’s also a little bit creepy.

If you want to look like a life-size Bratz doll, just follow the step-by-step YouTube tutorial by Promise Phan.

17. Voodoo Doll Makeup Look

My next Halloween makeup idea features a unique and spooky design inspired by Voodoo dolls. The look incorporates the classic Voodoo designs like stitches and a red heart.

I love this idea because it’s so creative and different from the usual. It could also be a pretty easy design to pull off. You can make it as simple or as scary as you want.

Tutorial for the look is here:

18. Half Skull Face

Next up, I’ve got a half-face makeup idea. One side of the face has pretty makeup while the other looks like a skeleton. It also has a cool melted design.

I love this idea because it’s both creative and scary. This makeup would look so awesome at a party.

19. Cheshire Cat Inspired Makeup

Searching for a unique and creative Halloween look? Then this next idea is for you. Here we have makeup inspired by the Cheshire Cat.

She’s created that big grin with illusion makeup, along with purple eyebrows and a cute nose. This would be pretty simple to create and will look so cool and different.

20. Glitter Gem Skull Makeup

Do you like skull makeup but want to try a different look this year? Then check out this next makeup idea. This look features shading and the classic skeletal lips and nose, but with a glam twist of gems.

I love this sparkling makeup because it will catch the light at parties and on nights out. Take inspiration from this or use different kinds of gems.

21. Scary Clown Halloween Makeup

Next, I’ve got another clown makeup idea. I’ve already featured a circus clown and an IT-inspired look, but now it’s time to ramp up the scare factor. This clown uses traditional makeup like red lips combined with a skeletal look.

This would look amazing at a Halloween party. You could even add some fake blood or contact lenses to take it to the next level.

22. Skull Halloween Makeup Idea

Skulls are a truly classic Halloween look. My next idea shows how you can wear scary skull makeup in a stylish way. The artist used black shading and lines to create the skeletal effect and added a cool design around the eyes.

I love this idea because it can be created by both makeup beginners and pros. There are tons of skull makeup tutorials online if you need some guidance.

23. Glam Skull Makeup

My last idea is a skull Halloween makeup, but this one is all about the glam! The skeletal look was created with a brown tone, which makes it softer than the typical black skull makeup.

The skeleton makeup is paired with gems, bold eyes, and dark lipstick. I’m obsessed with this idea because it’s stunning but still has that kinda scary vibe.

We hope you have found the perfect Halloween makeup look!