Skeletons & SkullsNo. 3861 · The 2026 edition
Skeleton / Skull Makeup 2016 - Step by Step Guide | Brianna Fox
Transform into a spooky skeleton with this easy face paint tutorial.
Our own summary of the original — the full post and photos live at youtube.com.
Learn how to create a classic skeleton face using white and black cream makeup. This step-by-step guide covers everything from base application to shading. Perfect for Halloween or any costume party.
Directions
- Spread a layer of white cream makeup across your entire face and down your neck.
- Using either black eyeliner or black face paint, sketch the shape of your eye sockets.
- Completely fill those eye socket outlines with black makeup.
- Create a nose cavity by drawing an upside-down triangle on your nose area.
- Outline and then fill in a mouth shape, including lines to suggest teeth.
- Use gray or black makeup to add shadows and extra detail for depth.
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