Every year I think I'm going to dress up to go trick-or-treating with my daughter, and every year I end up having nothing thrown together. It's probably fair to assume most moms can relate. Even if a last-minute Halloween costume for a fabulous party is needed, good news: I've rounded up some truly unique and gorgeous Halloween makeup looks that any mom of any skill level can totally do herself.
The best news? They require very little actual costume. Makeup looks can totally transform a face on an average day — now just imagine how impressive it can be for Halloween.
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If the goal is to look like a glam goddess, we've got it covered, An ethereal queen? That's here too. But if creepy is the ultimate goal, don't worry — makeup can help achieve that look too. What's even cooler is all of the products needed to achieve these looks are already on hand.
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Whether pretty or scary is the end-game, or getting into full-on makeup, or just doing something simple … there's a look here worth trying. Now that the look is covered, it can be easier to focus on the important part of Halloween: the candy!
Seeing Double!
HOW AWESOME IS THIS? Makeup artist Promise Phan has a detailed Seeing Double Makeup Tutorial … if you can focus long enough to watch it!
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Dead Drag
Every year, I love seeing what the incredible makeup artists at Illamasqua have dreamed up for Halloween. This look is called "Dead Drag," and it looks like something out of a glam graphic novel. Check out the Dead Drag Makeup Tutorial for all the details. This look uses Precision Gel Liner ($28, illamasqua.com); Pure Pigment in Berber ($26, illamasqua.com); and Lipstick in Box ($26, illamasqua.com).
Dark Goddess
Okay, okay, I made up that name, but it works! More importantly, you can use this really cool Black Lace Skin Jewelry to enhance any costume — or replace makeup all together! There are a ton of different designs, for face and body, and they're hypoallergenic, waterproof, and self-adhesive. No brainer!
Starry-Eyed Festival Goer
Another imaginative look from Illamasqua, this is actually a "Festival" Makeup Tutorial. So, why not be a Coachella-goer? Just add a flower headband and some temporary tattoos!
Harley Quinn
Julia Graf is an incredible makeup artist — I highly recommend checking out her YouTube channel for all kinds of beauty looks and inspiration. Her "Harley Quinn" Halloween Tutorial is easy to follow and creates a gorgeous, haunting look.
Jem!
This is the classic Jem, from the cartoon, of course! Here are the directions for creating your own classic Jem look, courtesy of Zach Garfinkel on behalf of Ricky’s NYC costume concierge:
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1. First start off by washing and moisturizing the skin, then apply a face primer to prep skin for application.
2. Begin by applying foundation and concealer (if needed) to the skin for a natural base.
3. Using a pink shadow with a small makeup brush on the inner corner of the eye to outline a "half heart shape" by following the natural bone structure of the eye and cheek. Garfinkel used Sugarpill Cosmetics Pressed Eye Shadow in DOLLIPOP ($12, rickysnyc.com) and the Morphe Brushes Detail Liner Brush ($2.99, rickysnyc.com).
4. Repeat on both eyes.
5. Fill in both heart shape with the shadow.
6. Use concealer to trace any edges that need fixing.
7. Apply mascara or lashes and a thin eyeliner on top lid and thicker on the bottom. Garfinkel used Doll Eye Long Lash Black Mascara ($9.99, ulta.com).
8. Fill in brows accordingly.
9. Add highlight to high points of cheek, forehead, bridge of nose, cupids bow and chin.
10. Finish with a bright pink lipstick and gloss.
Lightning!
Another must-follow beauty channel is Pixiewoo — they make truly creative and gorgeous videos! This DIY Halloween Fake Eyelash tutorial shows you how to MAKE those cool-looking fake lashes, and create the rest of the makeup look. So cool.
'The Craft' Witch
After following this "Craft" Witch Makeup Tutorial, just throw on one of your old chokers, a sexy '90s teen/schoolgirl outfit, et voilà!
Gold Midas
One more gorgeous look from Pixiewoo: This Gold Midas Makeup Tutorial shows you how to make those incredible gold tears. Haunting!
Snapchat Puking Rainbow
Cement your cool-kid status by literally going AS SNAPCHAT and its puking rainbow lens. This Snapchat Rainbow Makeup Tutorial has all the deets.
Galaxy Beauty
What should you be for Halloween? OH HOW ABOUT THE ENTIRE GALAXY?! I love it. Follow this Galaxy Makeup Tutorial, wear black, be out of this world.
