Pop culture-inspired hair and makeup looks to create this Halloween (2024)

Celebrities, athletes, and fictional characters provide a wealth ofHalloweendress-up inspiration.

Whether you want to attend a party looking glam like Zendaya or trick-or-treat in something spooky likeBeetlejuice, the possibilities are endless!

Whatever costume you choose, the right hair and makeup can help you fully embody the persona or theme you're portraying.

So, we asked makeup artists and hair stylists for step-by-step instructions on how to recreate looks of this year's biggest stars.

Zendaya attended the 2024 Met Gala in a look that is Halloween worthy.

High fashion glam

Celebrities, athletes, pop culture events, and movies provide a wealth ofHalloweendress-up inspiration.

Zendayaattended the 2024 Met Gala in a look that is Halloween worthy.

Reflecting the "Garden of Time" theme of the event, the "Euphoria" star wore a custom Maison Margiela by John Galliano creation.

The green and blue gown was inspired by a dress Galliano designed for Christian Dior's Spring/Summer 1999 Haute Couture collection.

It featured a one-shoulder neckline and a fishtail hem and decorated with bunches of grapes and birds that referenced the gala theme.

Adding to the drama of the look was her bold face makeup.

Adding to the drama of Zendaya's Met Gala look was her bold face makeup

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Executive Director, Global Beauty, Elyse Reneau reveals how to create the look at home using the Appley in Love Palette by Too Faced.

1. Prep lids with shadow insurance to prevent fallout and help eyeshadows apply color true

2. Sweep the Warm Golden shade “Turnover” into the crease blending upward on the brow bone

3. Press “Candy Apple” onto the lid and blend up into the crease, then smudge into the lower lash line

4. Smoke “Baskets Full” into the outer V of the lid and smoke into the lower lash line

Executive Director, Global Beauty, Elyse Reneau reveals how to create the look at home using the Appley in Love Palette by Too Faced

5. Using Killer Liner in Black tightline the upper eye and water line then use a smudge brush to smoke into the upper and lower lash line

6. Apply three generous coats of Better than Sex mascara for the ultimate sultry effect.

7. Blend Chocolate Soleil Bronzing Stick to the forehead, cheekbones, and nose to create dimension.

8. Apply Too Faced's Lip Injection Lip Liner in “Espresso Shot” to the lips and fill in, then top with lip injection lip gloss in the shade “Hot Love”

Appley In Love Eye Shadow Palette, $54; toofaced.com

Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara, $29; toofaced.com

Lip Injection Extreme Lip Shaper, $24; toofaced.com

Killer Liner 36 Hour Waterproof Gel Eyeliner Pencil, $26; toofaced.com

Chocolate Soleil Melting Bronzing & Sculpting Stick, $35; toofaced.com

Lip Injection Power Plumping Lip Gloss by Too Faced, $28; toofaced.com

'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' premiered on Netflix this year.

Girl next door

'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' premiered on Netflix this year.

The seven-episode documentary series follows the 2023–2024 squad from auditions through the end of the football season.

It captures the blood, sweat, tears, and sacrifices behind what it takes to be a member of the team - and we couldn't help but fall in love with them.

If you're in a pinch, this is an easy costume to pull off.

Your local Spirit Halloween is sure to carry the blue star cheerleader costume and you probably already have the beauty products needed to create the look.

Blushington hair and makeup artist, Anari LaBoard, shares a step-by-step tutorial on how to get the pretty Dallas Cowboy Cheerleader look

Blushington hair and makeup artist, Anari LaBoard, shares a step-by-step tutorial:

1. Start by applying a hydrating mist to refresh the skin, followed by a lightweight moisturizer to ensure a smooth base.

Anari recommends the Danessa Myricks Glow Serum for a radiant, lit-from-within glow.

2. Apply an even layer of foundation, starting from the inner areas of the face and buffing it outward until you achieve your desired coverage.

Conceal under the eyes to brighten, then set the area with a loose setting powder to lock everything in place.

3. Select a bronzer that is one to two shades darker than your natural skin tone, and lightly sweep it under the cheekbones and around the hairline to softly sculpt the face.

Yummy Skin Glow Serum by Danessa Myricks, $34; danessamyricksbeauty.com

Oxygenating Foundation by Oxygenetix, $66; oxygenetix.com

LaBomme Angel Baby Eyeliner, $20; amazon.com

Kitten Eye Shadow Compact by Stila, $20; stilacosmetics.com

Everkiss Liquid Lip in Affection by Dolce & Gabbana, $43; dolcegabbana.com

Dolly-Eyes Mascara by Dolly Beauty, $20; dollybeauty.com

4. Apply blush to the high points of the cheeks for a natural flush of color.

5. Begin with a neutral eyeshadow, blending it from the outer corner towards the center of the eyelid.

Add a deeper brown shade to the outer corner and blend into the neutral shade to create dimension.

Apply a lighter, soft shadow to the eyelid for a subtle highlight.

6. Line the upper lash line with a dark brown eyeliner for a defined look.

7. Apply a few coats of volumizing mascara to complete the eye look.

8. Finish the look with a nude or pink-toned lipstick and add a touch of gloss for extra shine.

"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" was one of the most popular movies of the year with a $110 million opening weekend

Spooky with a twist

"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" was one of the most popular movies of the year with a $110 million opening weekend.

The quirky main character, Beetlejuice, has a distinct look. Hisblack-and-white striped suit, wild hair, white face, and dark eye makeup make for an instantly recognizable Halloween costume.

While his unique look fits perfectly with the spooky, creepy aesthetic that people love to embody on October 31, it can also be done in a glamorous way.

'Our inspiration is an iconic character with a distinct whimsical look,' says Kim Chi.

The drag queen and beauty entrepreneur says, 'do a deep, heavy smokey eye and smoke it out further than you normally would.'

Kim recommends the Kimchi Chic Beauty Diamond Sharts in the color Black Out.

'It is easy to apply and blend out, plus the specks of silver pigments will give your horror inspired eye a touch of glamour.'

To make a Beetlejuice-inspired makeup look pretty while staying true to its spooky vibe.

Luminous silk hydrating primer By Giorgio Armani, $46; giorgioarmanibeauty.com

24/7 shadow in Freak by Urban Decay, $22; urbandecay.com

Diamond Sharts Sparkle Cream Shadow in Black Out, $12; kimchichicbeauty.com

Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer by La Roche-Posay, $23.99; laroche-posay.us

24/7 shadow in Set List by Urban Decay, $22; urbandecay.com

Makeup by Mario Ultra Suede Lipstick in Kristen - Bright Berry, $28; sephora.com

Secret Weapon lashes by Velour, $22; velourbeauty.com

To elevate the traditional Beetlejuice aesthetic into something that's more glam than gore, Blushington's Anari LaBoard says:

This Beetlejuice-inspired look balances spooky and glam, making it perfect for Halloween without being as intense as the classic character.

1. Start by applying a hydrating moisturizer to ensure your skin is well-prepared for makeup.

2. Follow with a primer to create a smooth canvas.

3. Use two foundation shades for this look.

Apply a shade that matches your natural complexion to the outer parts of your face.

Use a lighter foundation shade on the inner areas to create a paler, more Halloween-inspired appearance.

To elevate the traditional Beetlejuice aesthetic into something that's more glam than gore, Blushington's Anari LaBoard reveals how to get the look

4. Apply concealer to the inner portions of the face for added brightness.

5. Set everything with a translucent powder to keep the makeup in place.

6. Create a smokey eye using deep green or purple eyeshadows, depending on your preference.

Focus on applying the shadow directly to the eyelids and blend outward for a seamless transition.

7. Add a pair of dramatic false lashes to elevate the glam factor.

8. Lightly sculpt the face using a cool-toned bronzer to add subtle definition, giving a slightly ghostly effect.

9. For a true Beetlejuice-inspired look, skip the blush. If you prefer a hint of color, opt for a frosty, cool-toned blush to maintain the look’s eerie vibe.

10. Finish off with a dark lipstick shade, such as deep plum or black, to tie the look together.

Miley Cyrus accepted her first ever Grammy award for Best Pop Solo Performance for “Flowers' at this year's ceremony.

Risk-taker

Miley Cyrus accepted her first ever Grammy award for Best Pop Solo Performance for “Flowers" at this year's ceremony.

In true Miley fashion, the singer dropped jaws with a hair raising look that included a gold dress that left little to the imagination and a bold hairdo.

To get the '80s inspired hairstyle, celebrity stylist Nick Stenson says:

1. Wash hair with the Nick Stenson Volume Shampoo and Conditioner.

2. After towel drying apply a generous amount of Nick Stenson Root Lifter to the roots but also to all of the hair. Then layer on top of that the Volume cream.

3. Round brush the hair while drying over directing the hair for maximum volume

Nick Stenson Root Lifter Spray, $36; nickstensonbeauty.com

Nick Stenson Texture Spray, $34; nickstensonbeauty.com

To get Miley's hair raising look, celebrity hair stylist Nick Stenson reveals how to get the look with little effort

4. Once dry, apply a generous amount of the Nick Stenson Texture Spray to all the hair, use a 2 inch barrel curling iron in a brick lay pattern curling away from the face and clip each curl into place to allow it to cool.

Once you clip the curl in place, lock in the hold with light hairspray.

5. Once all clipped up curls are cool, drop them down and re-spray with more light hold hairspray.

Begin teasing the hair just at the root and add a little more spray.

Do this throughout the entire top of the head and then using a cushion brush, brush the hair into place. Using light hold spray to hold the style into place.

Left:Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water, $8.97; walmart.com. Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Eco Pads, $7.72; amazon.com. Right:Garnier SkinActive Erase It All Makeup Cleansing Balm, $14.99; cvs.com

Before going to bed, it's very important to take off all your makeup.

• Temporary Tattoo & Face Mask Removal:Temporary tattoo or face masks can be dissolved and removed with Micellar Water at the end of the night.

• Stubborn Eyeliner Perfecter: Use Micellar water to clean up smudge-proof eyeliner.

• Cleaning Your Makeup Brushes:Garnier pads can help ensure brushes are clean and fresh after application.

Makeup removal: Garnier Cleansing Balms help melt away makeup, leaving skin clean, refreshed and revitalized.

Pop culture-inspired hair and makeup looks to create this Halloween (2024)

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