10 Halloween Makeup Essentials

If you haven’t already done so, now is the time to pull out those creepy door signs, fog machines, spider web decorations and skeleton props. But those good ole Halloween favs aren’t all that you’ll be needing. Top beauty brands are launching some really cool sets that will get you in the Halloween spirit and make you face your fears. No tricks or treats, just magical makeup, fabulous palettes, and flashy glimmers.

There are far too many nifty Halloween finds to list. Get as creative as you want and paint a fantasy of fright with everything from Halloween flavored lip balms, witches brew charcoal face masks, lipstick wands, and eyeshadow palettes named after characters from the most popular scary movies. Prime members are joining in on the fun, grabbing theatrical makeup kits, rhinestones, face and body stencils, and stage makeup in preparation for fanciful costumes. Halloween is so much more fun with a new makeup collection! From Colourpop to Hot Topic, NYX, and Elf cosmetics, there’s a variety of new Halloween makeup releases that will make the festivities tons of fun!

Here are some of the best Halloween makeup ideas for 2022:

MAC Cosmetics

MAC never fails with their deep, rich pigments and glamorous glimmers. I must admit that I am forever a MAC fan, and I’m glad that I can still find my favorite items just in time for twerk or treat. Vogue says the MAC Pro Palette Painstick x 12, MAC Chromecake, and MAC Mini Mac Pigment are must haves for your shalloween adventures, and I couldn’t agree more!

NYX Professional Makeup

NYX is definitely one of my go to makeup lines. I’ve been converted on a few items that I dare to mention, but I still crave the old but goodies. They’ve got some really spooktacular drops for the season. They’ve officially partnered with Cirque Du Soleil just in time for Halloween and they’ve also got other essentials like the SFX Face & Body Paint Palette, face stamps, face & body glitter, and loose pigments. Read more here.

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ColourPop Cosmetics

I’m really interested in trying more from this line. I simply adore their themed sets and authenticity. They got my attention with the Hocus Pocus 2 Collection. I’m spellbound on everything about this set.

Hot Topic

Hot Topic really caught me with a few new Halloween essentials for 2022, and best of all they’re themed after some of the greatest horror flicks ever! I mean who doesn’t love Beetlejuice? I so love the Friday the 13th Jason Mask Eyeshadow Palette and the Supernatural Monster Guide Eyeshadow Palette. Both feature a wide variety of light and dark colors, a few nice nudes, dark shades for smoky eye, and a nice white shade to match any costume of choice. Open the Beetlejuice Handbook for the Recently Deceases Palette to find a myriad of hues like orange, purple, teal, and red. Read more here.

Calling all superheroes, scarecrows, mermaids, aliens, angels, and avatars! This is some good glam that you don’t want to miss.  I’m super excited about playing in my makeup again! These beauty brands are great picks for anyone looking to wow the crowds at any fright night, costume party, Halloweekend bash, or phantom gala near you.

Last Minute Christmas Gifts for Makeup Lovers

What good is a beauty blog without a list of the most popular items for your holiday season? If you are still shopping for last-minute gifts for the fashionista on your list, NARS, Too Faced, and ColourPop have released their top picks for your holiday gift guide.

NARS

The NARS Gift Guide is perfect for anyone who loves trendy new colors, creamy foundations, and products filled with ingredients that do good for the skin.

 It’s time to join the #NARSissist club.

The radiant essentials bundle is $73.10 and features a mini radiant creamy concealer, tinted moisturizer, and a soothing lip balm full of antioxidants. The concealer perfects your skin and gives you a radiant glow. The moisturizer protects your skin with ingredients SPF 30 and Vitamin C. With colors like Dolce Vita, Orgasm, Turbo, and Fast Lane, the Afterglow lip balm is the perfect prep for the mistletoe.

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NARS also offers free shipping for purchases over $35 and you can book a complimentary session with a makeup consultant. If you are in Atlanta, stop by the NARS store in the The Shops At Buckhead. The address is 3004 Bolling Way, Atlanta, GA 30305.

https://www.narscosmetics.com/

Too Faced

Too Faced gives makeup enthusiasts something sweet at spicy. The Christmas Shop features a Limited Edition Sweet and Spicy Eye Shadow Palette that your gift recipient will thank you for. It’s the perfect combination of warm and toasty neutrals with colors like Lick the Spoon, Batter Up, I’m Toasted, Frost Those Buns, and Muffin Top. The site also shows you how to create the perfect holiday look using copper metallic and sparkly pink eyeshadows to highlight your eyes from crease to brow bone. The palette is $49.00 and received 4.5 out of 5 hearts.

#ownyourpretty

#toofaced

#tfnaturalbeauty

#getmelted

https://www.toofaced.com/

ColourPop

ColourPop’s Tim Burton The Night Before Christmas Collection is the real deal for daring makeup lovers who like bold new shades and chromatic textures. The set includes a 12-pan palette with matte and metallic shades. With an assortment of smokey eye neutrals and vibrant hues, the possibilities are endless. It also comes with a Luxe Crème lipstick, 2 liquid liners, and new colors from the Jelly Much line.  

The line also has a great selection of makeup products for female sports fans. You can gift a collection with a 9 shade pressed powder palette, glittery face stickers, a gel liner kit, and themed makeup bag spotlighting their favorite basketball team, from the Los Angeles Lakes and Miami Heat to the Chicago Bulls.

The set is great for #girlfans and only costs $59.

https://colourpop.com/

3 Hot Makeup Looks for the Summer

There are so many exciting things to do in the summer and even more reasons to show your unique style. Fabulous finds from your makeup collection like bright eyeshadows, nude lipsticks, pastel blushes, and bronze tone foundations can make it so much fun. Before you step out into the sun, spruce up your season by trying these posh new beauty looks.  

Cookouts

There’s more to cookouts than burgers and buns. What about beauty? Fill your tummy, but first try a flirtatious makeup look with the latest stuff from NARS, NYX, and Anastasia.

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Gel Primer – NYX Bare With Me Aloe & Cucumber Extract Hydrating Jelly Primer

Nars Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30

Gloss – Lancome Juicy Tubes Original Lip Gloss

Bronzer – Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Bronzer

Spritzer – Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs, and Rosewater

Summer Weddings

Say I do in style with a fresh new look and a glittery, magical glow. Look absolutely flawless for photographs but don’t forget the SPF while you dance the night away on the beach.

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Lotion Primer – NARS Radiance Primer SPF 35

Foundation – Mac Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation

Eyeshadow – TOO FACED Natural Eyes Neutral Eyeshadow Palette

Lashes – EYLURE Luxe XL Indulgence

Blush – Benefit Cosmetics GALifornia Sunny Golden Pink Powder Plus

Sheer lipstick – MAC Lipglass

Nightlife

Grab your besties and party it up while you rock the sexiest cat eye and pouty lip gloss ever. Capture the moment like a star with runway ready primer and full coverage foundation.

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Primer – Dermablend Insta Grip Jelly Primer

Foundation – Mac Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation

Eyeshadow – NYX Shimmer Down Pigment

Cat Eye Liner – L’oreal Infallible Flash Cat Eye Liquid Liner

Contour kit – NYX Highlight & Contour Pro Face Palette

Lashes – KISS Lash Couture Matte Black Faux Mink, Matte Velvet

Lipstick – Morphe Out & A Pout Nude Lip Duo

Have a great summer and an even greater selfie!