This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Binghamton chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.
Halloween is just around the corner, and we want to make sure that you’re prepared to look your best. You might have a super creative costume in the works, but will your makeup match your outfit? Halloween is the perfect time to experiment with makeup and step out of your comfort zone. Head to the drugstore or a local Halloween shop and take your pick from the crazy false eyelashes, colorful eyeshadow palettes, and cream makeup sets. Here are some of our Halloween makeup essentials:
- False eyelashes. Yes, false eyelashes look scary at first, but we promise that they’re not as hard to apply as they look. Since it’s Halloween, you can grab the craziest lash set that you can find, and no one can judge you for wearing those babies around at any point in the day. Apply a thin layer of lash glue to the seam of the lash, then wait about 20 seconds for the glue to go tacky. Use a tweezer to get the most precise application, and pop the lashes as close to your natural lashline as possible. You’re going to amp up the drama with huge, thick lashes that draw everyone’s attention to your eyes.
- Crazy colored eyeshadow. We know how hard it is to make blue, pink, and red eyeshadow wearable. Halloween is the time to play with color and actually see what a crazy red eyelook would look like. For a zombie look, use red eyeshadow around your eyes to give you that tired, dead look and on your cheekbones to help you look gaunt. If you’re recreating a sugar skull look, turquoise eyeshadow looks awesome as that pop of color to bring your skull to life.
- Cream face makeup. Whether you’re being a skull or a fairy, you’re going to want some cream makeup products. Pick up a color wheel from a Halloween store that goes along with your costume. Black and white cream makeup will come in handy for most outfits, and you never know when you’ll need to help out a friend who forgot to stock up on their makeup essentials.
- Glitter. Glitter is a must-have for Halloween, right? You can purchase glitter eyeliners from almost anywhere and in almost any color. Line your lids with glitter for a pop of sparkle, or draw designs on your face and body using the liner. Glitter also comes in a loose-pigment form, so you can apply it more like an eyeshadow rather than a liner. You can even apply it to your chest and arms if necessary; it all depends on your costume and how crazy you are willing to get.
- Art store brushes. If you’re already a makeup lover, then we assume you have your own set of brushes that you use on a daily basis. If you aren’t into makeup, you don’t need to worry. Whatever the case, we suggest that you head to a craft store and buy a pack of art brushes so you don’t ruin the ones you already have. These work just as well as brushes made for makeup, and they usually cost less as well.
So, now that you’re set for Halloween, what makeup looks are you going to try out? We would love to know.