Halloween Makeup

Bring out your wild side with the best Halloween make-up looks for 2026

If you really want to scare people this Halloween, what you need is great make-up. Want to know the Halloween essentials?

Fake wounds

If you are not easily shocked and want everyone to shiver when they see you, this is the section for you. Staples through the eyes, exposed teeth, open wounds, stitched mouths... And if you are feeling creative, you can always experiment with liquid latex.

Fake blood

Although fake blood can be a bit messy, it is one of the best-selling Halloween products. It can be used for make-up as well as splattering onto clothing and decorations.

Hair colour spray

Want to change your hair colour without wearing a wig? Colour sprays are the perfect option.

Make-up kits

If you do not usually wear make-up, make-up kits will be your best friend. You will have everything you need to recreate your chosen character.

Glitter make-up

Although glitter is usually associated with glamorous looks, this Halloween at Costumalia we also have sparkling options for terrifying costumes. From face gems for dressing up as Harley Quinn to adhesive Day of the Dead make-up and more.

Halloween tattoos

Temporary tattoos are an essential accessory for completing your Halloween make-up. Choose from realistic wound tattoos, open scars, face, eye and mouth designs, as well as satanic symbols, visible veins and dark patterns for an even more frightening effect. They are also easy to apply and remove, making them ideal for transforming your look in seconds.

What are the most popular Halloween make-up looks?

Joker make-up for Halloween

As you probably already know, the Joker is one of the most searched-for characters this Halloween. How do you create Joker make-up? There are several iconic versions of this character. All of them feature a white base, which you can achieve with water-based make-up. A large red smile is also essential. The eyes are what make each version unique: some feature blue diamond shapes, while others use black shadowing. The eyebrows can also be red or green. Create your own version and pair it with a striking Joker costume.

Harley Quinn make-up for Halloween

If you are looking for a playful option this Halloween, Harley Quinn is the perfect choice. Once you have your Harley Quinn costume, it is time for the make-up. Highlight her split personality with different colours on each eye to match the pigtails, a black heart on the cheek and bold red lips.

Beetlejuice make-up for Halloween

Did you know that Beetlejuice is a ghostly exorcist? Like all ghosts, he is known for his pale skin. He also has very dark under-eye circles, usually recreated with purple shades. To take the look further, add touches of green to imitate moss and match the hair.

IT (Pennywise the Clown) make-up

Pennywise make-up is one of the most terrifying looks. You will need a white base all over the face, red lips extended upwards with lines reaching the eyes, and dark shadows around the eyes to intensify the expression. Add an orange wig or coloured hair spray for the perfect finishing touch.

Witch make-up for Halloween

Witch make-up is a timeless classic. Green, purple or black eyeshadow, dark lips and bold eyeliner will define your look. You can also add fake noses and warts for a more realistic witch effect.

Saw (Jigsaw) make-up

To transform yourself into the sinister puppet from Saw, you will need a white base, red circles on the cheeks and sharply defined lips. Add a dark wig or straighten your hair with a centre parting. Complete the look with a black suit or a red bow tie.

Freddy Krueger make-up

To recreate Freddy Krueger’s terrifying appearance, use burn-effect latex, dark red and brown tones, and plenty of shading to imitate scarred skin. Finish the look with his iconic striped jumper and fedora hat for an instantly recognisable nightmare character.

Corpse Bride Make-up

Inspired by Tim Burton’s film, this make-up style combines spooky and romantic elements. Use pale blue or white skin tones, dramatic eyes in blue and black shades, and dark lips. Add heavy dark circles under the eyes and stitched details for an authentic finish.

Creepy Doll Make-up

Doll make-up combines a pale base, rosy cheeks, small defined lips and exaggerated eyelashes. For a broken doll effect, add crack details using black eyeliner.

Vampire Make-up

An elegant yet sinister look: pale skin, blood-red lips and sharp fangs with fake blood. For the eyes, use dark eyeshadow and a touch of cool highlighter to enhance the contrast.

Mummy Make-up

Mummy make-up uses a pale white base with dirty effects and dark shading around the eyes and mouth. Add blood-stained bandages and dusty effects for a realistic finish.

Scarecrow Make-up

A simple but highly effective look: orange or light brown base make-up, stitched black lines around the mouth and a black triangular nose. Dark shading and a hat complete this eerie countryside style.

Dracula Make-up

Dracula make-up is elegant and classic: pale skin, red or purple lips and dark eyes with eyeliner. Do not forget fake blood around the corners of the mouth and sharply defined eyebrows.

Demon Make-up

For a demonic look, go for intense red skin tones, fake horns and dark eyes. Add black details to define facial features and shading for a truly evil appearance.

Zombie Make-up for Halloween

Zombie costumes are another Halloween classic. The make-up is simple: pale skin with greenish tones, open wounds created with liquid latex and plenty of fake blood. The more decayed and dirty the look, the better.

Wednesday Addams Make-up

Wednesday’s make-up is minimalist but instantly recognisable. Pale skin, subtle lips and dark eyeshadow create the look. The essential detail is black tears to give that gothic and gloomy finish.