20 easy last-minute Halloween makeup looks

Looking for easy, last-minute makeup ideas for Halloween? Check out these tutorials that will turn your beauty look into a costume all on its own.

When it comes to the perfect Halloween costume, nothing says ready to party like a full face of makeup. Makeup can complete a look, bringing a costume from that thing you threw on to a full-on Halloween celebration.

And while we can’t all be makeup artists, we can still create stunning looks thanks to tutorials online. Whether you have an idea of what you want to be this year for Halloween or need some ideas, watch these last-minute looks for seriously spooky inspiration.

Cracked Doll

If you are looking for an Annabelle type vibe for your Halloween look this year, then this Cracked Doll tutorial is exactly what you need. With the right foundation and some relatively simple (but elaborate) lines drawn on your face, you can be transformed into one nightmarish figurine.

Classic Comic Book/Pop Art

With this comic book look, it is once again all about the lines and contouring. a bright pop of color at the eyes and lips helps complete this look for a perfect pop art costume.

Mermaid Makeup

This mermaid look might seem hard, but it is actually relatively easy. You will need a bit more time than these other tutorials. With this look, it is all about a solid foundation to build on, as well as having fishnet stockings and glitter to create the perfect scales.

Halloween Unicorn

If you want to become a majestic unicorn this year for Halloween, then you need to get the makeup just right. With this tutorial, you can achieve a radiant look without stressing over needing a mask or piles of makeup and airbrushing (horn not included).

Morticia Addams

While the Morticia Addams costume is not complete without the rest of the look — lengthy black gown and wig — her makeup is just as important to transforming you into the Addams matriarch. And luckily it is a relatively simple transformation, as long as you get the shadowing, lips, and eyes just right.

Betty Boop

Although Betty Boop is not a complete look without her signature hairstyle, her makeup is equally important. Those classic red lips, big eyes, and pale face are a must with this transformation.

Bride of Chucky

If you loved these scary dolls when you were younger, then why not transform yourself into the Bride of Chucky this year? With this tutorial and just the right makeup at your disposal, you will be movie ready in no time.

Pennywise

Who wouldn’t want to be the killer clown of Stephen King’s It this year? From the white face to the red lips and lines, you will have fellow party-goers screaming in fear with this makeup look.

Riverdale‘s Cheryl Blossom

If you are a fan of The CW’s Riverdale, then you may want to channel everyone’s favorite Vixen, Cheryl Blossom this Halloween. This tutorial helps you get your inner Blossom out as you make those eyes pop and your lips the red of a juicy cherry.

Creepy Broken Doll

Take your creepy porcelain doll look up another level and make it a broken doll with this makeup tutorial. With the help of a lot of black and white, you can go from pretty doll to scary nightmare.

A Dear Deer

This is probably the easiest transformation into a deer we have ever seen. With the help of this tutorial, some contour, and two eyeliner pencils (one in white and one in black), you can become a cute deer this year.

Pink-loving Bunny

Contour and a lot of white are the name of the game for this bunny look this Halloween. Plus, the pops of color and pretty in pink feel help bring this look together for a surprisingly realistic bunny face.

Kitsune Fox

Inspired by a Kitsune fox mask, this look is stunning for Halloween. Make a statement with this beautiful and relatively easy Halloween ready look.

KISS Rocker

If you love the band KISS, then why not become a member of the band for a night? With this easy to follow tutorial, you can get your rock on and channel your inner Paul Stanley.

The Nun

Did the Nun from the second Conjuring movie haunt your nightmares? Well now that she is starring in her own movie, you can become her with this tutorial that is actually pretty easy to follow.

Barbie Girl

Are you a Barbie girl? If so, then you will want to watch this Patrick Starr tutorial as he shows you how to become the beautiful doll most of us grew up with. (Think brilliant blue eyeshadow and pink lips that pop.)

Inside Out‘s Sadness

If you loved Inside Out, then you might want to give Sadness a try this Halloween. It is all about being blue with this makeup look and with the help of this video you will be able to channel the animated emotion with ease.

Leopard Look

If you don’t have a costume at all but have plenty of leopard print in your closet, then why not channel your inner feline? It is actually relatively easy to create those impressive leopard spots, and with this tutorial you will be able to get the hang of it in no time.

Kitty Cat

Looking for a more humble cat to channel for Halloween, then why not go with a sweet kitty cat? This look is one of the easiest to create with some highlight and plenty of black eyeliner at your disposal.

Easy Cobwebs

Finally, if there is no costume in sight but you still want to show off your love of Halloween, then follow this tutorial to adorn your face with cobwebs. It will still be stunning and show off your love of the holiday, even without a full-on costume to don.

Halloween is a time for fun and transforming into something or someone new. And with these makeup tutorials, you will be able to steal the show without spending hours in front of the mirror. While some of the tutorials are definitely a bit more in-depth, these are still some of the easiest looks to achieve that will also pack a punch.