How to Apply Zombie Makeup to the Hands

You have chosen to be a zombie for Halloween, and after carefully applying zombie makeup to your face, neck and ears, you catch sight of your hands. Alas, you are betrayed. Your hands are far too pink and alive-looking to belong to a zombie. The solution--apply zombie makeup to your hands. With a few simple steps, you will be left with hands any undead person would admire.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• White makeup
• Makeup sponge

1. Apply white makeup to a makeup sponge. The white makeup and sponge are available at most department stores. Look for a makeup sponge that is fairly large.
2. Dab white makeup onto the backs of the hands and fingers in a circular motion using the makeup sponge. You do not need to use a lot of makeup while doing this. A thin layer will suffice when you apply zombie makeup to the hands.
3. Try to fill in the wrinkles on the hands and fingers so they are consistently pale—in keeping with the rest of the zombie makeup.
4. Leave the palms bare when you apply zombie makeup to the hands. For the most part, people will see the backs of your hands. The advantage of leaving the palms free of makeup is that you will not leave makeup on door knobs when you attempt to open them, or get makeup in your mouth when you try to eat something.