Halloween is near, and last-minute costume prep is underway. It’s easy enough to decide who or what to be, but what about the makeup to complete the look? Costume makeup is all over the shelves of every local store, but it might not be necessary, much less healthy, for your skin. Follow our Halloween makeup and beauty tips to achieve a frightfully fantastic look for the spookiest night of the year.
Halloween makeup doesn’t have to be complicated. Aside from unique components like prosthetics (which may well be needed for your costume), keep the makeup routine as simple as you can.
Start by taking inventory of the products you already have. Everyday products like eyeliner or artificial lashes will go a long way toward crafting your Halloween alter ego, after all. Don’t have everything you need? Create a small makeup kit inclusive of all the colors to make your costume stand out. This kit will also come in handy for touch-ups throughout the night, so keep it small and compact.
Of course, it’s a special night, so you might still be tempted to try a new product or two. No problem. For your safety, do a quick skin test of any new products at least one day before your festivities. Wouldn’t it be a shame to find out about a makeup allergy the hard way, when you’re already out and about? Use the product test to ensure that you don’t experience any allergic reactions.
It goes without saying that better quality makeup will yield better results. If you find that you have to buy makeup to supplement your existing collection, aim for quality. The local pharmacy might be stocking fake blood and pale-white foundation, but what’s all of this really made of? If you have to buy makeup, avoid cheap party section products.
For higher-quality results, as well as a better idea of product ingredients, aim for FDA-approved products. These are the familiar name brand products that have undergone strict testing for user safety, and they’re probably just a few aisles down in the same pharmacy. Want to make sure your makeup is party-proof? Use a primer or setting spray for maximum longevity for a night of adventure.
Flash forward to the end of the night. It’s time to remove the facade and get back to everyday life. Makeup is stubborn, though! Simple household products make the process easy.
Petroleum jelly is a staple for chapped lips and dry skin, but it’s also an amazing makeup removal product. Simply spread a thin layer of it over the skin, then take a tissue to remove it. The petroleum jelly will take your makeup along for the ride. Sound a little too sticky? Another alternative is to use a light micellar water. But don’t forget to rejuvenate. Consider applying a nighttime facial oil before bed to cushion skin and prevent breakouts.
Use these tips to make a Halloween look that’s uniquely yours, but treat your skin with care. When the night of fright has passed, stop into Sewickley Spa for a revitalizing facial. Choose from our menu of services for the right treatment to detoxify and delight.
