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3. Ben Nye Scab Blood -Click Here to Shop-
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Dun dun dun.... Are you feeling scary? 🤡👻
Halloween is my absolute favorite time of the year!
I just love everything about it! Scary movies, candy, special FX makeup, you name it!
Oh did I forget to mention the movies??!!
So with the greatest time of the year upon us- I wanted to share a quick beginners guide to special effects makeup and what would be good to have on hand that you can create just about any look with.
So here we go..
Liquid Latex:
There's a few options for liquid latex. Usually you'll find the white version which is good, I typically buy the 'flesh' version because I've found that mixed with my foundation it appears much more realistic & wound-like.
You seriously can use this stuff for whatever your spooky little heart desires- creating cuts & wounds, attaching things to the skin, etc.. It's ahhhmazing!!!
*IF YOU'RE ALLERGIC TO LATEX DO NOT USE THIS!
Injury Stack Makeup:
I just purchased this recently and so far it's pretty good! There's a few different themes for these stacks- they have vampire, zombie, etc. I chose the basics because it's so versatile.
These are colors you'll use over and over again if you're a gore junkie like me.
Ben Nye Scab Blood:
As crazy as it sounds, yes there's different types of fake blood and yes it matters which kind you get. I recommend having 2 which is why I listed 2! 😉 I've tried a few different "scab" bloods but the 1 by Ben Nye is my tried and true. The idea behind scab blood is that it's darker, it has clumps as if it's coagulated, and it adds dimension to your look. This is on the thicker side, not super shiny, and will dry down.
Ben Nye Stage Blood:
Stage blood on the other hand- much more liquid / runny and brighter in color.
This 1 I have by Ben Nye smells like peppermint and is also safe to put in your mouth. I usually will apply scab blood first and them stage blood over top and around the wound or whatever I'm creating. I typically apply both bloods with a q-tip.
E.L.F Makeup Brushes:
You're going to need makeup brushes! If you don't already have some (or don't want to risk destroying them) I recommend the ELF brand just because they're so affordable in case if they get ruined. Nothing worse than ruining a $10-$20 brush with fake blood!
The brushes I find most useful are the "smudge", "precision", and "blender".
I use these same brushes for creams and eyeshadows.
Disposable Makeup Sponges:
Any kind- it doesn't matter. I grabbed my last pack at the dollar store for a buck. SCORE!
The reason you'll want these is because LIQUID LATEX(not the only reason but the main 1).
Liquid latex ruins just about everything you put it on or use to apply it with- so don't use a brush!!!
I use these gems mostly to apply liquid latex and cream face paint. They just make life easier and then I toss them.
Morphe 35N Palette:
You'll need some eyeshadows. These are just what I always reach for since I already have them it makes more sense than buying something else. It doesn't have to be this palette. I've just found this 1 comes most in handy for me. Anything you have on hand will do. The main colors that will be useful are gray, black, charcoal, yellow, tan, brown, and red.
E.L.F Liquid Liner:
Whoever said liquid liner is just for your eyes clearly doesn't love Halloween makeup!
Again, recommending elf because it's so affordable! If you have a different liquid liner on hand by all means use that if you want- if you need 1 this is a great affordable option!
This comes in handy for specific details. Just makes more sense to use 1 product that's already so precise rather than using a shadow or cream then locating a precision brush, now doesn't it?? Totally.
Liner, face designs & teeth- it's great for alllll that!
And there it is ya'll!
My recommendations for building your fabulously scary special effects makeup kit!
All of the items I've listed are safe for your skin & such and can be removed easily with a makeup wipe. Of course everyone's skin is different so it would be smart to apply it in small areas first to see how you react.
I hope this helps anyone who's interested.
As always leave any questions or comments below.
Til next time...
XO,
Terin
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