The spookiest season of the year has arrived, and Halloween is historically known as the perfect time to go all-out. It's every excuse to do the absolute most with your hair, makeup, and costume—you know, the works. Whether you want to relive your childhood dreams or go for a spooky, make-believe, or ultra-sultry vibe, it's your chance to transform into literally whoever you want to be. In other words, it's your time to be your most extra self, which takes a lot of time and preparation.
However, if being extra isn't your thing and time is of the essence, we totally feel you (and I'm with you). Halloween sneaks up on me every year, and I find myself scrambling at the last minute to figure out a fun and easy makeup look. Believe it or not, you don't have to rock a full face of costume makeup or spend hours in front of the mirror to nail your Halloween glam. You can keep it simple and still show out for the occasion.
Scroll on for simple Halloween makeup ideas that will guarantee you the perfect selfie.
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17 Halloween Makeup Ideas for the Minimalist
Understated Mermaid
This is the time to pull out the bright cobalt blues and rich purple eye shadows that have been sitting on your vanity untouched forever. L'Oréal Paris Global Makeup Director Val Garland's stunning look is the perfect example. Pair your mermaid eyes with a glittery purple lip for a bit more drama.
Chill Flower Child
If you're completely over flower crowns but still want to unleash your inner flower child, opt for dainty flowers around your eyes instead. Like the imitable Katie Jane Hughes, dust a shade or two on the inner and outer corners of your eyes to draw more attention to the area. You can do this in 10 minutes tops.
Doll-Inspired Makeup
Take our very own grown-woman version of doll-inspired makeup for some inspo this year. Pop on falsies, faux freckles, a bright pink lip, and white eye shadow to complete this look.
Glitter Eyes
You can never go wrong with glitter done right. You don't have to go overboard, though. Simply add glitter underneath your eyes and around your outer corners like this.
Glitter Eyes
You can add glitter to your entire eyelid and brush up your brows for more edge.
Glitter Eyes
Go with a multicoloured, sparkly vibe by focusing on the outer corners of your eye with falling glitter.
Glitter Lips
Look like you stepped right out of the '70s by pairing glitter lips with your biggest sunglasses. If you don't have '70s-esque sunglasses, your flashy lips are enough. This Fendi runway look is all the proof you need.
Glitter Lip Liner
We're obsessed with this glitter lip liner nailed by the amazing Regan Rabanal of MAC Cosmetics. The sparkly liner makes enough of a statement, but add cobalt mascara and tiny gold freckles to fully re-create this look
Glitter Tears
Christian Siriano made heavy-metal tears a thing last season, and we're here for it. Try a coppery, auburn shade like this for a low-key look.
Golden Tears
Not a glitter girl? Opt for a golden metallic teardrop instead. These stylish tears were coined by Jeremy Scott last season and are perfect for Halloween if paired with spidery lashes.
Lightning Eyes
This is another opportunity to grab bold eye shadow shades you never wear and have fun with shapes. These cutting-edge lightning eyes scream cool. Add sharp lines around your eye area and fill them in with a bright shade.
'60s Mod
Create structure on your lids to channel your love for the '60s. Try blending a smoky shade with stencils to nail these lines.
Modern-Day Catwoman
Add glitter to this understated cat eye. Don't bother filling it in. Keep it minimal with this elongated winged liner.
Golden Girl
Edge up your eyes with the ultimate smoky eye. It doesn't have to look as pronounced as this. Place a gold adornment in the center of your eyes to pull this look together.
Golden Girl
We couldn't be more obsessed with this stunning look created by talented makeup artist Michael Anthony. So. Good. To replicate it, grab a sharp eyeliner and line underneath your lip.
Star Girl
This stunning star-girl look is arguably the simplest of the bunch. All you have to do is place a bunch of star stickers all over your face. Look at how beautiful it turns out. Grab stars from your local craft store or on Amazon.
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