21 Creepy And Cool Halloween Makeup Tutorials
You only need makeup—and a lot of it—for these beauty-centric costumes.
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We'd much rather spend $40 on a new eyeshadow palette than on a one-off Halloween costume. After all, finding the perfect Halloween costume can cost you money—and take a lot of time. But some of the best Halloween costumes for 2020 rely on eyeshadow, lipstick, and brushes you probably already have in your beauty collection (or you’re more than happy to splurge on, if you don’t). With the help of our favorite YouTubers, these 21 tutorials show off just how easy it is to transform into a unique—but chic—Halloween costume with some creativity, the right lip color, and a lot of eyeshadow.
The Catwoman's Meow
Why just be a cat, when you can be Catwoman? Drawing such a large shape on your face with eyeshadow or liner might be nerve-wracking, but follow along with Jackie Aina and you'll be purr-fect in a flash.
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'90s Grunge
Gather up your favorite flannel, band T-shirt, and matte lipstick. This super simple grunge look is recognizable enough for Halloween—but you'll learn tricks you can use all year round.
Spin a Web
One part classic smoky eye, two parts gothic glam. This spider queen makeup tutorial sets you up for a classically spooky Halloween look.
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"When the Party's Over"
Billie Eilish's breakout music video inspired a slew of hair and makeup looks. But it's her "When the Party's Over" music video that inspired one of the best Halloween makeup tutorials of the year. You won't have to actually cry inky tears, but you can mimic her ghostly look.
Feeling Euphoric
The glitter-doused makeup on Euphoria is high-wattage with low effort—perfect for last-minute Halloween look.
Carve a Pumpkin
Take a classic jack-o-lantern palette one step further with a waxy, melted twist.
Fairy Lights
Tinkerbell is played out in 2020. For a more unique fairy look, blend pastel shadows for a bright, mystical vibe.
Neon to the Bone
A skull shadow tutorial that's so colorful, it'll all but glow in the dark.
The Upside Down
Take your favorite bold, gorgeous eye makeup look—and flip it and reverse it. Instead of doing both eyes like you normally would, trace one of your eyes upside down (creating an eyebrow on your cheek, etc.). Pair it with your favorite outfit in a similar hue for a cute and creepy look.
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Skeleton Chic
Beauty gurus James Charles and Kylie Jenner teamed up to create a super-glam take on a skeleton makeup look.
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