Halloween Hairstyles: Transform Your Look for the Spookiest Night of the Year

Halloween Hairstyles and Makeup

By Katie Clontz

You may have already found the perfect Halloween costume. Now it’s time to accessorize, and that includes finding the perfect makeup and hairstyle to complement your ensemble. Whether you are going as a fairy princess, a vampire, or a creature from the crypt, the right hairstyle can make all the difference.

Hairstyles for Girly Costumes

For those with girly costumes such as fairies, angels, or goddesses, a prom-like updo can be very fitting. To achieve this look:

1. High Ponytail: Pull your hair into a high ponytail.
2. Curling Iron: Use a curling iron to create ringlets.
3. Bobby Pins: Pin the ringlets into a mound.

A simple halo constructed of pipe cleaner, ribbon, beads, or glitter can add a magical touch.

Makeup Tips for Girly Costumes

• Fairy Princess: Opt for clean and simple makeup. Choose a pale pink lipstick and a natural shade of eye shadow to create a pure, innocent look.
• Goddess: Bold, dramatic colors can create an impressive impact. Consider using false eyelashes for added glamour, or add a few rhinestone stickers around the eyebrow line for some extra pizazz.

Hairstyles for Dark and Gory Costumes

If your costume is gory or dark and requires a dramatic effect, teasing your hair to create a frizzy appearance can be very effective. Here’s how:

1. Tease Hair: Use a comb to tease your hair.
2. Crimping Iron: Crimp only the middle sections of your hair for added texture.

For a pop of color, consider using highlight streak packs. These are a great way to get the color you want without the hassle of messy hair dye.

Makeup Tips for Dark and Gory Costumes

• Vampire: Paint your face white, add lots of black eye makeup, and use red lipstick to create a fake dribble of blood from the corners of your fangs.
• Historical Figures: Using baby powder to make hair appear white or gray is a cheap but effective option for costumes such as mummies, ghosts, or historical figures.

Vampire Hairstyles

Due to the recent "Twilight" craze, vampire costumes have surged in popularity. For guys trying to achieve the Edward look:

1. Mousse or Gel: Use mousse or gel to tousle your natural hair into a haphazard appearance.
2. Hair Length: If your hair is relatively short, consider letting it grow out a couple of inches before Halloween.

If "sparkling," human-like vampires from Twilight aren’t your style, you can always dress up as an old-school vampire with a classic black cape and fangs.

Interesting Stats About Halloween

• Spending: Americans spent approximately $9 billion on Halloween in 2019, with $3.2 billion spent on costumes alone (National Retail Federation).
• Popularity: Vampire costumes remain one of the top choices for adults, with 10% of adults planning to dress as a vampire in 2020 (Statista).

Conclusion

Halloween is a time to let your imagination run wild. Whether you’re aiming for a girly, dark, or classic look, the right hairstyle and makeup can make your costume unforgettable. So, get creative and have fun transforming yourself this Halloween!

Sources

• National Retail Federation
• Statista

By following these tips and tricks, you can ensure that your Halloween look is both unique and memorable. Happy Halloween!