Halloween Makeup

Start small and do one thing well. Some easy Halloween makeup ideas include a cat, vampire, skeleton, witch or spider look. Keep it simple by focusing on one or two details, such as a cat nose and whiskers, a dark vampire lip, smoky eyes for a witch or dark eye sockets for a skeleton. If you only have an eyeliner, our easy Halloween looks using just eyeliner has three quick looks you can create in around ten minutes. For more inspiration, explore our Halloween makeup ideas.

Popular Halloween makeup looks for 2026 include bold graphic eye makeup, dark or statement lips, glitter and face gems, feline-inspired details and colourful fantasy looks. For a more dramatic transformation, try a devil, vampire, skeleton or witch-inspired look, or keep it playful with colourful eyeshadow and graphic liner.

At Superdrug, you can find Halloween makeup, face paint, glitter, false lashes, nails and other beauty products to help create these looks. Shop Halloween makeup online or find your nearest Superdrug store.

Simple Halloween makeup ideas for kids include a cat nose and whiskers, a pumpkin on the cheek, a little spider by the eye, a ghost or simple skeleton details. Face paint makes it easy to add colourful designs without needing lots of makeup, while eyeliner or eyeshadow can be used for smaller details where appropriate.

At Superdrug, you can find Halloween face paints in a range of colours, plus glitter and other products for creating fun Halloween looks. nails and other beauty products to help create these looks. Shop Halloween Face Paint & Body Glitter

Halloween makeup works for anyone, so try a look that suits your style. Easy Halloween makeup ideas for men include a pale base with dark shading for a zombie or skeleton, dark eyes and a deep lip for a vampire, or graphic lines and fake blood for a more dramatic look. Keep the makeup as simple or detailed as you like.

For step-by-step inspiration, see our scary Halloween makeup tutorial. At Superdrug, you can also find Halloween makeup, face paint, eyeshadow, eyeliner and other beauty essentials to create your look.

Face paint is useful for covering larger areas with colour, while regular makeup is better for details such as eyes, lips, contouring and smaller designs. You can also use both together to create a Halloween look. For children, choose products labelled as suitable for their age and follow the instructions for applying and removing them.

Check out Superdrug Halloween offers to browse Halloween face paints and Halloween makeup deals.

Most Halloween face paints can be removed with warm water and a gentle cleanser, particularly if they’re water-soluble. For heavier cream makeup, fake blood, glitter or long-wear eye makeup, use a suitable makeup remover or cleansing balm and gently massage it away. Take extra care around the eyes and avoid scrubbing, especially when removing glitter.

You may need to repeat the process until all makeup is gone, then cleanse and moisturise your skin. Always check the product instructions for specific removal advice and remove Halloween makeup before going to bed.