Boo-tiful Halloween Makeup: Easy DIY Looks That’ll Win Any Costume Contest

Why bother with a full costume when you can create an entire Halloween vibe with just makeup? This Halloween, let your face do the talking. Whether you’re going for glam or ghoul, these makeup ideas will make sure all eyes are on you. Let’s break down the best looks that you can DIY with makeup products you already own.

1. Glamorous Ghoul

This look is perfect for someone who loves the dramatic makeup aesthetic but still wants a spooky touch.

Materials Needed:

• Black eyeliner
• Silver eyeshadow or glitter
• Foundation (a shade lighter than your natural tone)
• Highlighter for that ghostly glow

Instructions:

1. Start with a pale foundation base, applying it evenly over your face to create a “ghostly” appearance.
2. Use a black eyeliner to create a bold winged cat eye. The more dramatic, the better!
3. Add silver or glittery eyeshadow to your lids and below your eyes to mimic the look of a glamorous undead creature.
4. Contour lightly with grey tones to hollow out your cheekbones for a more ghoulish look.
5. Finish the look with black lipstick or a dark berry shade to add that eerie, vampy vibe.

2. Enchanted Forest Fae

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Bring some whimsical magic into Halloween with this enchanted forest fae look.

Materials Needed:

• Pastel eyeshadows (pink, purple, green)
• Glitter or rhinestones
• Highlighter
• Fake flowers or a flower crown

Instructions:

1. Start with a luminous, glowing base using a dewy foundation and plenty of highlighter.
2. Use pastel eyeshadows (soft pinks, purples, and greens) around your eyes in a winged shape.
3. Apply glitter along your cheekbones and over your eyelids.
4. Stick rhinestones or small star-shaped glitter around your eyes for extra fairy-like sparkle.
5. Finish with a flower crown or create one from fake flowers glued to a headband.

3. Skeleton Chic

Classic skeleton makeup gets an upgrade with this half-glam, half-bone look.

Materials Needed:

• Black and white face paint
• Black eyeshadow
• Contour palette
• Fine detail makeup brush

Instructions:

1. Start by applying your regular makeup on one side of your face—foundation, contour, highlight, and even eyeshadow. This is your “glam” side.
2. On the other side, use black face paint to outline the hollow areas of your face: your eye socket, cheekbone, and jaw.
3. Fill in the outlines with black face paint or eyeshadow, and use white face paint to add highlights (like teeth and bone detailing).
4. The contrast of glam and bone will be a showstopper at any party!

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Dorey Duncan Scott Senior Litigation Paralegal

Hi! I’m Dorey Duncan Scott, a mother of three, wife and fashion entrepreneur. I started my career in fashion back in the early 90’s when I did print, still and runway modeling. I studied Fashion Merchandising, Music Business and Marketing, while also obtaining certificates in such industry-necessary areas such as make-up, styling and runway choreography. In addition, I had work as a spokesmodel for several brands, appearing in print and in person. As a former model, turned senior litigation paralegal, artist manager and on-air personality with a passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development, I bring a unique combination of style, strategic thinking, and legal expertise to my work. My years navigating the legal world have sharpened my attention to detail, while my experience and passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development drives my desire to help others feel empowered and help them in their journey toward self-empowerment. My experience in the fashion world has taught me the power of confidence. 

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