The Top Ten Halloween Makeup Tutorials on YouTube
1/10MeganHeartsMakeup as a Zombie
This tutorial is so creepy, it’s cool! Megan’s channel, MeganHeartsMakeup, is filled with amazing beauty looks, but this Halloween zombie is one of her most intricate. The beauty guru takes it ones step further and makes her zombie a bride, pairing the scary makeup with a distressed white dress, a veil, and dead flowers. If you’re squeamish, you can skip the fake blood, but it definitely gives this the real zombie feel.
2/10TeenMakeupTips as Katniss Everdeen
This Hunger Games Halloween costume is genius because it’s so simple to put together. All you need is an old pair of pants, a brown jacket, a pin, and a side braid! To make the look even more realistic, TeenMakeupTips blogger Shelby has created a makeup look very similar to Jennifer Lawrence’s. Watch as she puts together the hair, makeup, and costume in under four minutes!
3/10MacBarbie07 as Lady Gaga
Bethany Mota, of MacBarbie07, brings out the pop star in you with this simple Lady Gaga tutorial. She recreates just enough of the singer’s edgy attitude in the makeup look and tops it all off with a blonde wig. If you’re already blonde, you can add a hair bow or other Gaga-approved hair accessory. Gaga’s worn everything from a dress made out giant silver rings to a meat dress, so be as creative as you like with your accompanying costume!
4/10JuicyStar07 as a Phoenix
YouTube star Blair Fowler recently whipped up this fiery phoenix look on her channel, JuicyStar07. She starts out by making it clear that the look is all about the makeup and you can simply wear red and black to create a costume if you don’t want to buy anything bird-like. If red eyeshadow isn’t a staple in your current collection, you can pick up an inexpensive red hue at any drugstore. Follow along as Blair transforms into the mythical creature!
5/10DulceCandy87 as a Pixie
Channel your inner forest fairy for this cute and colorful look. Dulce, of DulceCandy87, applies purple and blue shadow, enormous white eyelashes, pink lip gloss, and sparkles to transform into the fabled fairy tale staple. Pair the look with a glittery dress, bright tights, and wings to complete your costume.
6/10Dope2111 as Alice in Wonderland
Beauty guru Promise, of Dope2111, is incredibly talented with a makeup brush, but for this look, she’s created a simple tutorial that anyone can recreate at home. Her Alice in Wonderland look involves blue and white eye makeup, false lashes, and a blonde wig. She even borrowed a real white rabbit! Carry a white rabbit stuffed animal and wear a blue dress with a white apron and a black hair bow to finished off your costume.
7/10Missglamorazzi as a Masquerade Ball Guest
A mysterious masquerade ball guest is a great costume, but the proper makeup will take this look to a whole new level. Missglamorazzi vlogger Ingrid puts her own spin on the idea in this easy-to-follow tutorial. Add a mask that you bought or make one yourself and throw on your sparkliest dress before you head out the door on Halloween.
8/10Rubenesquex3 as Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj is a fabulous Halloween costume idea because the singer has such a recognizable sense of style. You won’t keep your friends guessing with this look! Kimberley, of Rubenesquex3, choose a bright blue shadow look, orange nail polish, and a pink wig to create her own version of Nicki. You can follow along with the video or give the look your own personal stamp by using different colors. And remember, the crazier your outfit, the better!
9/10Rachhloves as a Mermaid
This fun and girly mermaid look gets its underwater flair from glitter, skin-safe gems, false lashes, and a starfish hair clip. Rachel, of Rachhloves, reveals the easy way she created the clip from craft store finds. A shimmery blue-green maxi skirt would make the perfect tail.
10/10MichellePhan as Barbie
YouTube makeup master Michelle Phan has one of the best Barbie tutorials on the web. The iconic doll is a great Halloween costume because once you get your base in place, you can make the look your own. Be doctor Barbie, princess Barbie, or ballerina Barbie—the possibilities are endless!
