Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, so if you haven’t solidified your plans quite yet, consider this your reminder. And if the only thing holding you back is the thought of splurging on a costume you’ll only wear for a few hours, we’ve come to the rescue with a practical (and fashionable) alternative. Low-effort Halloween costumes can get a major upgrade with the magic of vampy makeup. Cliché yet chic ideas like a cat, vampire, or witch require little more than a sultry all-black outfit to sell the look. From there, you can put all your energy into creating a spectacular beauty moment. To cover all your aforementioned costume bases, we’re walking you through this vampy makeup look that’s guaranteed to bring the drama.
Base
If you have a foundation that’s a shade or two too light gathering dust in your collection, Halloween is the perfect excuse to finally put it to use. This vampy makeup look is even better with a paler complexion, so apply your lighter foundation all over the face for a slightly ghostly effect. Follow with a creamy concealer on any areas that need extra coverage, then set everything with powder. You can still sculpt your features with a touch of contour before bringing some color back into the complexion with a punchy red blush.
Eyes
For a more head-turning, ghastly vampire moment, consider using a light or blonde brow gel to create an almost invisible brow look, which will make the smoky eye feel that much more intense. Next, sweep a gray liquid eyeshadow across the lids before adding depth with a darker powder gray eyeshadow through the crease. Use a kohl black eyeliner to trace the upper lash line, then run it along both the upper and lower waterlines for maximum drama. With your fingertip, gently smudge and extend the liner outward to create a sharp, smokey wing.
Finally, curl your lashes and apply a generous coat of mascara to achieve that wispy, spidery effect. The result of this vampy makeup is a little eerie, a little sultry, and just dramatic enough to make even the simplest all-black outfit feel thematic.
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