It's not all doom and gloom on All Hallows' Eve (otherwise known as Halloween). Dressing up for Trick or Treat is so much part of the fun. And creating your own spooky makeup just adds to it.
Tip #1 Practice makes perfect
As the saying goes practice makes perfect and if it’s your first time creating a Halloween makeup look, don’t be disheartened if you don’t pick it up right away. Just as you would practice getting the perfect winged eyeliner, make sure you sit down before Halloween and give your makeup look a go. This will not only help you grasp what works, but also give you the chance to play around with the look and really make it your own.
Tip #2 Outline first
Just like you use a pencil to sketch a drawing before making it permanent with a marker, the same applies for your Halloween makeup. Using a skin coloured eye pencil such as INGLOT’s Kohl Pencil in shade 05, outline your design. This way if you make a mistake you can simply wipe it off or blend it into your foundation – no need to start your look all over again!
Tip #3 Duraline will be your saviour
We know that not everyone has an endless supply of face paint in his or her makeup collection, which is why we suggest investing in INGLOT’s Duraline. The mixing agent turns any powder into a 100% waterproof paint, which you can apply as you would foundation. This is perfect for covering large areas and adding the finer details!
Tip #4 Time is key
This isn’t your normal Saturday night makeup look and the time you set aside for your makeup should reflect this. Make sure you allocate enough time so that you aren’t stressed and can focus on applying your makeup with the detail required. If you’re pressed for time why not opt for an asymmetrical look that has a ‘scary’ side and a ‘glam’ side. Not only will it save you time it will also leave half your face looking fabulous.
Tip #5 Add some texture
If you want your look to really stand out, why not add some texture? To create a gruesome wound - attach tissue to your face with eyelash glue, cover with foundation and then use red lipstick and black eyeshadow to make the wound look realistic. Cotton pads, string, body sparkles and sequins are also great for adding texture to your look and can all be applied with eyelash glue.
