Halloween is still a ways away, but for those wondering how to do Halloween makeup, we have just the list for you! We’ve rounded up a list of the freakiest, most unforgettable special effects makeup for Fun Friday! Celebrate the end of the work week by winding down with these fun and entertaining transformations!
25 Unbelievable Special Effects Makeup Tutorials
Halloween is still a couple of months away, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your Friday by checking out these crazy special effects makeup transformations! Have fun today and pass some time with these crazy special effects makeup tutorials that are so real even Tom Savini and Dick Smith would have a hard time separating reality from fiction.
1. Wooden Doll
If you loved Groot from the “Guardians of the Galaxy,” but feel his look is a little too tame, then this terrifying wooden doll look is the special effects makeup transformation just for you.
2. Glittery Gills
- For those who always felt they were a sea nymph in a past life, now you can be one in this life! This look makes us wonder though: were Na’vis mythical sea creatures as well?
3. Serpentine Killer
Ugh, this makeup transformation gives us the chills just looking at it.
4. Enchanted Mermaid
Forget Ariel! This is what a real mermaid looks like.
5. The Innocent Doll
Now we both know that whenever dolls look like this, “innocent” is the last word you’d use to describe them. Horror movies love to capitalize on the whole “I look like a cute doll, but all I really want to do is cut you in your sleep” look and it never fails to scare us.
6. Frozen Diva
If Tina Turner was an Ice Queen, this is probably what she would look like. Beware her nails! They’ll freeze you in your place!
7. Rainbow Shock
Rainbow Brite gets an adult makeover (and we’re not talking about sexy Rainbow Brite costumes) with this colorful look.
8. Pinocchia
This Pinocchio-inspired look is both creepy and magical at the same time. But still a little more creepy, than magical.
9. Forest Fairy
We’ll be the first to admit, we never expected forest fairies to look like this. And we kinda wish they didn’t.
10. Painting Comes to Life
Fan of impressionist art? Then this look is perfect for you! Just look at the dreamy hues and pointillist brush strokes!
11. Modern Skeleton
Being a skeleton for Halloween just got a whole lot chic-er. This is an awesome, fun minimalist skeleton look that we love.
12. The Bearded Fellow
DUDE! How awesome is this look? Beards and Van Gogh? Be still, our beating hearts.
13. Toy Soldier
How about a look that won’t scare your pants off? This special effects makeup tutorial will transform you into a cute little toy soldier. Adorbz!
14. The Lizard Effect
Now, we generally wouldn’t use the word “beautiful” when describing a lizard, but this look is actually really beautiful when you look closely. Just check out that detail and colors!
15. Not-So-Trusty Butler
Okay, we’re sleeping with one eye open tonight. And there goes all those years of therapy. So, yeah, the scare factor definitely makes this the best Halloween makeup ever.
16. Sexy Siren
Take the mermaid look to the next level with this enchanting, ethereal and scaly special effects makeup tutorial. And those contact lenses? Uh, awesome!
17. Grumpy Cat
We heard a crazy story that Grumpy Cat made $100 million last year. So, maybe wearing this look will bring you the same financial fortune? (One can only hope.)
18. Pop Art Zombie
Looking for a unique zombie face for Halloween? Then you’ve stumbled to the right place. This pop art zombie look is so awesome, even Roy Lichtenstein would weep a single tear of appreciative joy.
19. Galaxy Peek
Our yoga instructor was right! We really are one with the Universe! Namaste.
20. Comic Dude
The Comic Dude look is yet another great idea for dudes (and dudettes) who want to undergo a special effects makeup transformation. Wear this to Comic Con and be your own favorite superhero!
21. Doctor Who Black Light
This girl is obviously a fan of the TV show “Doctor Who.” She described this look by saying, “My face started splitting open and another universe was trying to get through. Thankfully the Doctor came and saved me. Barely even a scar now!” From one fan to another, this idea is pure genius!
22. Unleash the Tigress
Take a walk on the wild side with this rawr-ing makeup tutorial. (Too corny? There’s no such thing!)
23. Frozen
Wondering what you’d look like after a trip to Antarctica? Well, here you go.
24. Broken Doll
We don’t know about you, but porcelain dolls give us the creeps! Even more so when their face is broken to pieces, yet they somehow never tear their gaze away from you. Hello, nightmares!
25. The Vampire
Still think vampires are sexy? Seduce your way into getting blood by being a sexy vamp.
Had fun checking out these 25 Special Effects Makeup Tutorials and Ideas? Which one was your favorite and which would you like to try out? Let us know in the Comments section below! Looking for more makeup transformations or tutorials? Don’t miss these Before and After Makeup Transformations That Will Blow Your Mind and this Fun Vintage-Inspired Look To Try On Your Next Day Off!
Want to create your own special effects makeup looks at home? Then check out these great special effects makeup kit and supplies!
- Mehron Special FX Kit
- Graftobian Severe Trauma Makeup Kit
- The Monster Makers Complete Foam Latex Kit
- Ultimate Professional Bloody Mary Monster Kit
- Tom Savini’s Learn-By-Example Guide to the Art and Technique of Special Effects Makeup
- A Complete Guide to Special Effects Makeup
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Editor’s Note – This post was originally published in June 2015 and has been updated for quality and relevancy.