Halloween will be here before you know it. If you’re starting to plan out your costume, you’ll be happy to know that you can create your entire look with the products in your makeup bag. With a little makeup, face paint and fake blood, you can transform into just about anything, whether it’s scary, cute or something perfectly in between.
Browse through these easy Halloween makeup ideas for inspiration. Although all of these looks were created by talented makeup artists, they’re simple enough for beginners to recreate (with some practice, of course). Just pick an idea that you love, head to your beauty cabinet, follow the step-by-step tutorial and call it a DIY Halloween costume. The choice is yours: Go with something that complements your store-bought or homemade costume (Lucille Ball’s signature red lip and cat eye, for example) or choose an intricate makeup look that stands out on its own. Just keep in mind that if you’re a total newbie, you’ll want to carve out plenty of time to practice before October 31 rolls around, so you won’t run into any makeup mishaps on the night of the party.
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Cruella de Vil Makeup
It’s the year of Cruella: A bold red lip is part of the heiress’ signature look, but this tutorial take things up a notch with Dalmatian-inspired dots on the neck and face.
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Edward Scissorhands Makeup
Dress up as one of the most beloved ’90s characters (Edward Scissorhands) by covering your face with white face paint and prosthetic scars.
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Sunburn Makeup
Sunburns are never funny in the moment, but they can bring the laughs come Halloween. Cover your entire body with red body paint except for the areas covered by your sunglasses and bathing suit. Then lift up your sunglasses every now and again to show everyone your true colors.
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‘American Horror Story’ Nun Makeup
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Lioness Makeup
Drawing basic eyeliner whiskers on your cheeks is way too boring for Halloween. Instead, follow this tutorial that takes your costume from basic to beautiful in just 10 minutes.
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Rainbow Vomit Makeup
Everyone’s obsessed with Snapchat filters, so it’s no wonder that they’ve inspired some genius Halloween costumes. Bring color to your face by painting a rainbow from your mouth to the middle of your t-shirt.
RELATED: Fun DIY Snapchat Filter Costumes
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Harley Quinn from ‘Suicide Squad’ Makeup
Suicide Squad‘s breakout character Harley Quinn is now a Halloween staple. All you need are cotton candy-colored pigtails, messy eye makeup and red lipstick to master her look.
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Ariel from ‘The Little Mermaid’ Makeup
Dressing up as a Disney princess isn’t just for the kids — adults can get in on these pretty costumes, too! Lean into the holiday’s creep factor by painting Ursula’s tentacles over Ariel’s mouth and neck.
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Devil Makeup
Warning: The sparkly eyeshadow and sultry red lips may seduce party-goers instead of scaring them off.
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Poison Ivy Makeup
DC Comics fans, this one’s for you. With just a few products (and a steady hand), you can look exactly like one of Batman’s enemies.
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Wednesday Addams Makeup
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Garden Fairy Makeup
Bring the outdoors in to become an enchanting garden fairy. Adhere pressed flowers to the side of your face for an additional burst of color.
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Tiffany from ‘Bride of Chucky’ Makeup
Tiffany from Bride of Chucky isn’t here to mess around. To recreate her look, pencil on super-thin eyebrows, put on deep purple lipstick and draw a heart on your chest as a symbol of your commitment to Chucky.
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Cheshire Cat from ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Makeup
Part creepy, part cute, Alice in Wonderland fans will appreciate this clever-as-a-cat makeup look (get it?).
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Carrie Makeup
Recreate the infamous prom scene from the movie by wearing a tiara and lots (and lots) of fake blood.
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Spider-Eye Makeup
If you hate spiders, you may want to skip ahead. Small brush strokes and detailed shading give this spider a 3D effect.
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Billy the Puppet from ‘Saw’ Makeup
The ventriloquist puppet gave everyone a fright in Saw and now, you can do the same at your Halloween party. It’s quick and easy to recreate — just use white face paint, fake blood and colored contacts.
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Starry-Eyed Makeup
It’s time to get celestial! Wear this blue and gold makeup look on its own or pair it with classic costumes like a circus performer or Greek goddess.
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Slytherin Makeup
Here’s a fun take on a classic Harry Potter costume. Ditch your Hogwarts sweater and cape for this slithering snake design, paired with emerald green eyeshadow and black lipstick.
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Fairy Makeup
Bust our your fairy wings, add a few braids in your hair and complete this ethereal makeup look with the colors of your choice.
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Multiple Vision Makeup
If you think you’re seeing double (okay, multiple), you’re not alone. You’ll freak everyone out with this bizarre makeup look, which you can customize with as many eyeballs as you’d like.
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Studded Skull Makeup
Bring the glam by replacing teeth with glitzy gemstones. Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, after all.
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To The Moon and Back Makeup
Consider this your way to tell your family and friends that you love them to the moon and back. Or use it as a way to show off your impressive makeup skills. Or both.
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Chucky the Doll Makeup
Chucky is, without a doubt, one of the creepiest dolls to ever exist. Complete your costume by adding scars, stitches and a black eye.
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‘Beetlejuice’ Makeup
If you can’t get enough of Beettlejuice, then take a note from Patrick Starr and give this movie-inspired look a try.
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Bratz Doll Addicted to Plastic Surgery Makeup
Nope, this isn’t the Bratz doll you remember from your childhood. This version just went under the knife, as shown with bandages, pen markings and arrows.
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Leopard Queen Makeup
Have a very cheetah-licious Halloween by painting a few leopard (or cheetah) spots on your crown. Now, you just need to round up your friends to put on an epic The Cheetah Girls performance.
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Electric Storm Makeup
Pair this electrifying makeup look with an all-black outfit to make the colors really pop.
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Head in the Clouds Makeup
Once you paint a rainbow down the center of your face, add a few cotton ball clouds to your cheekbones and forehead for a 3D look.
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Mrs. Grinch Makeup
Looks like Martha May Whovier has met her match. Dress as Mrs.Grinch if you want to put your mean mug on display this Halloween.
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Lion Makeup
Transform into the king of the jungle with face paint, a tulle collar, orange dress and lots of curls.
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‘Euphoria’ Makeup
Obsessed with the HBO series? Use pink eyeshadow, winged eyeliner and colorful gemstones to look just like the characters on the show.
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Deer Makeup
Despite how impressive this deer makeup looks, it’s surprisingly simple to pull off — all you need is bronzer and a little white face paint.
RELATED: Easy DIY Deer Costumes
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Sadness from ‘Inside Out’ Makeup
For Sadness, a.k.a. the cutest of all the Inside Out characters, give this kid-friendly tutorial a try.
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Maleficent Makeup
The great thing about going as Maleficent for Halloween is that it’s surprisingly low-key — just apply a strong contour, some red lipstick and Maleficent’s horns, and you’re ready to go.
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Ursula from ‘The Little Mermaid’ Makeup
While Ariel’s makeup is beautiful, let’s be honest: Dressing as Ursula is way more fun. Turn into the sea witch with tons of purple body paint, rhinestones and a gold crown.
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Abraham Lincoln Makeup
Get political this Halloween by transforming into an American hero, like Abraham Lincoln. Watch makeup artist Katelyn Galloway, a.k.a. Kiki G on YouTube use bronzer and highlight to transform someone into this prolific president.
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Daniel Tiger Makeup
Sure, a red hoodie makes this costume idea even more recognizable, but the cute orange and brown accents will be a hit with anyone who loves this cartoon.
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Lucille Ball Makeup
Dress up as everyone’s favorite redhead for the day by following this makeup tutorial that shows you how to get a classic 1950s look. And if you don’t have red hair like Lucille, just throw on a wig and style it in a curled updo.
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Fluffy Kitten Makeup
Put down the cat ears: This tutorial shows you how to draw ears right on your kid’s forehead, so they don’t have to mess around with uncomfortable headbands.
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Pennywise from ‘It’ Makeup
This may just be one of the most terrifying makeup tutorials we’ve ever seen! Don’t forget to wear a ruffled blouse!
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Belle from ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Makeup
Sometimes, classic is best. Turn yourself into Disney’s very own bookworm by wearing a brown wig and neutral makeup.
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Pop Art Woman Makeup
Outline your face with strategically placed black lines and white dots to mimic your favorite Sunday comic. Then just add your favorite party dress. Roy Lichtenstein would be impressed.
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Mermaid Makeup
Halloween is a time to turn your dreams into a reality. You know what that means: You can finally become a mermaid with makeup scales and seashells.
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Cat Makeup
Watch makeup artist Sarah Ahmad transform this woman into a feisty feline using black facial paint and gold rhinestones.
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Vampire Makeup
This Victorian-inspired vampire makeup is both scary and fabulous. See how she makes it happen with a surprise object and, of course, plenty of fake blood.
RELATED: The Best DIY Vampire Costumes
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Zombie Makeup
Nothing is more terrifying than the walking dead. This makeup tutorial shows you how to make it look like the real(ish) thing.
RELATED: DIY Zombie Costumes for Any Age
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Sun and Moon Makeup
Night meets day in this hand-drawn makeup look. Plus, you’ll definitely get mileage out of your eyeshadow palette and face glitter.
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‘The Mask’ Makeup
Following Gigi Hadid’s lead, this ’90s Jim Carrey flick makes a great halloween costume. Especially if you already own a lot of yellow.
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Na’vi from ‘Avatar’ Makeup
Here’s one time when feeling blue isn’t a bad thing. Watch Avatar (probably for the zillionth time) before attempting to turn yourself into one of Pandora’s own.
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