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Halloween Makeup Ideas© Hola

Nine jaw-dropping makeup ideas to elevate your Halloween costume

From the Queen of Tejano to Frida Kahlo


OCTOBER 20, 2022 9:04 AM EDT

With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking of makeup looks to pair with your chic costume. Whether you’re going for a spooky yet sultry look or want to recreate your icon’s signature style like  Selena Quintanilla  or Frida Kahlo we’ve got you covered. Ahead, you’ll find awe-inspiring designs and details to enhance your Halloween makeup this year. From painting artwork looks to glamorous ideas, keep scrolling for the best Halloween makeup inspirations.

Get inspired!

Carmen Miranda© patrickstarrr

Carmen Miranda

Channel the Brazilian actress and singer this Halloween with this fruit-inspired makeup and headband.

Frida Kahlo© chameleonkandy

Frida Kahlo

Turn into your favorite Mexican artist this year and embrace her authentic yet beautiful striking unibrow.

The Joker© withlove

The Joker

Looking for a challenge? Recreate this DC Comics supervillain’s famous look this Hallow-eve.

Lion King makeup© Hola

Lion King

The release of the live-action film The Lion King inspired everyone to relive and recreate the iconic animated movie.

Selekton© desiperkins

Skeleton

Take notes on the Mexican-American beauty guru’s edgy and cool approach to this half-skeleton makeup look.

Selena Q© makeupbyaurelio

Selena Quintanilla

Sing along to Bidi Bidi Bom Bom this October as you dress up with beauty tips from this iconic Selena-inspired style.

Ursula© rachelduffyartistry

Ursula

Don't be a poor unfortunate soul this year! Instead, channel Disney's most infamous underwater villain — Ursula.

Maleficent© makeupbyclau_r

Maleficent

Sculpt those cheekbones and plump those lips! You’ll be Angelina Jolie’s look-alike within minutes.

Maleficent© makeupbyclau_r

Maleficent

Sculpt those cheekbones and plump those lips! You’ll be Angelina Jolie’s look-alike within minutes.