Here are some Halloween makeup ideas. Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to make a statement than by channeling some iconic Hollywood looks? Whether you’re aiming for timeless elegance, spine-chilling horror, or bold avant-garde vibes, the silver screen offers endless inspiration. In this post, we’ve gathered the top 7 Hollywood-inspired makeup ideas for Halloween 2024 that will have you turning heads at any party. From classic film characters to modern-day blockbusters, these looks are sure to elevate your costume game and give you that star-quality glamour (or fright!). Ready to bring Hollywood magic to your Halloween? Let’s dive in!
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1. The Grudge (Kayako) Ghost Look
- Base: Start with a pale, almost white foundation to give a deathly look.
- Eyes: Apply dark black or grey eyeshadow around the eyes, smudging it outward for a hollowed, haunting effect.
- Details: Create streaks of black eyeliner running down from the eyes to mimic tears or smudges. Use a grey contour to emphasize sunken cheeks and temples.
- Hair: Use a wig or tease your own hair to make it long, black, and messy.
2. The Ring (Samara) Ghost Look
- Base: A ghostly pale white or light grey foundation.
- Eyes: Dark, shadowed eyes with black eyeliner and grey eyeshadow to give a sleep-deprived, sinister look.
- Lips: Pale or nude lipstick, blended into the skin to make it appear bloodless.
- Hair: Long, black, and unkempt hair that covers part of the face.
3. Classic Victorian Ghost
- Base: A translucent pale foundation with a slight bluish tint for a Victorian, ethereal ghostly vibe.
- Eyes: Softly smoked-out eyeshadow with grey and light purple tones, creating a tired but elegant look.
- Lips: Use a pale pink or lavender lipstick to maintain the ghostly but refined appearance.
- Details: Use pearl or lace accents on your costume to complement the Victorian era.
4. Corpse Bride Inspired
- Base: A pale blue or white foundation to give a corpse-like effect.
- Eyes: Use black eyeliner and grey eyeshadow to create large, exaggerated eyes. Draw slight dark circles to enhance the hollow look.
- Lips: A deep, slightly faded red or maroon lipstick to give a “just kissed death” vibe.
- Details: Add cracks or stitches on your face using black eyeliner to enhance the animated, ghostly bride look.
5. Ghostly Glam (Glamorous Ghost)
- Base: Keep a pale, flawless foundation with a pearly shimmer for a ghostly glow.
- Eyes: Smokey eyes with silver or metallic eyeshadow, paired with long, dramatic lashes.
- Lips: Use a bold, deep plum or burgundy lip color for a dramatic contrast.
- Details: Add a touch of glitter or holographic highlighter to the high points of the face to keep the look both haunting and glamorous.
6. Poltergeist Ghost Look
- Base: Apply white face paint or foundation to create a smooth, blank ghostly face.
- Eyes: Use black and grey eyeshadow around the eyes to mimic a worn-out, lost soul. Smudge the eyeliner to give a distressed look.
- Lips: Keep lips natural or use a light pink color to keep the focus on the ghostly face.
- Details: Messy hair, and add ghostly handprints or faint bruises around your neck or shoulders.
7. The Conjuring (The Nun)
- Base: Use white face paint for a ghastly, skeletal look.
- Eyes: Apply dark black makeup around the eyes and blend into the surrounding skin for a deep, hollow appearance.
- Lips: Black lipstick or a dark plum color can enhance the sinister vibe.
- Details: Use subtle veins or shadows on the forehead and cheeks to add depth.
These ghostly Hollywood makeup ideas balance eerie and classic ghostly aesthetics with cinematic flair.