Accessories & Makeup: Makeup Basics Costumes

Accessories & Makeup: Makeup Basics Halloween Costumes

Anyone who has gone all out on their Halloween costume knows that having a kit stocked with makeup basics makes getting ready for a party a snap. Whether you are looking for a scary look or a sexy look (or anything in between) makeup will take you a long way in your transformation. Women love to use makeup, girls love to use makeup; even boys and men will give makeup a try if it enhances their costume.

Accessories & Makeup: Makeup Basics Costume Ideas

One of the most basic elements for a Halloween cosmetic collection is white makeup which can be used as the basis for clown faces, ghost faces and vampire faces depending on how thickly it is applied. Add a palette of other bright colors that will allow you to artistically design everything from tigers and cats to Frankenstein or an alien. Metallic silver or grey face paint is ideal for making a Tin Man outfit from “The Wizard of Oz” or even a futuristic robot.  In addition to the makeup basics, you’ll need some tools of the trade including makeup sponges and brushes, setting spray, flesh-tone latex for blending prosthetics and makeup remover for when the night is over!