How to Use Alcohol Based Makeup for Halloween Effects

Most of the time, you can use traditional gel and cream alcohol-free Halloween makeup to create an effect to go along with your costume. However, for a very dramatic look, you may need to use alcohol based makeup. This type of makeup has the ability to create special effects that can't be achieved with traditional makeup.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Figure out your look beforehand. Consider the type of effect that you want to create with the makeup. You may want to sketch your costume before you buy any of the makeup. Decide if you want to exclusively use alcohol based makeup or a mixture of several different types.

2. Purchase the alcohol based makeup. Look in a Halloween costume store or go online to Halloween Direct. If it doesn't state that it contains alcohol, check the listed ingredients when you buy it.

3. Apply the first layer of Halloween makeup. Start with a thin layer and work your way over the entire area. If the makeup burns the skin when applied, remove it immediately and consider an alternative.

4. Blend the makeup. You can easily blend different colors to create a cool effect with the alcohol based Halloween makeup.

5. Layer the colors of the Halloween makeup. Another great feature of alcohol based Halloween makeup is that you can place several layers on top of each other.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't leave alcohol based makeup on your face overnight. It dries out your skin.
• Don't use alcohol based makeup if you have sensitive skin. It can cause your skin to get red and irritated.