8 Terrifyingly Gorgeous Halloween Looks You Have to See to Believe

by Amanda White

We know this upcoming spooky holiday is usually all about the outfits (see our favorite jaw-dropping celebrity Halloween costumes), but—being beauty junkies—we prefer getting into the spirit with crazy face makeup. Whether you’re looking for some Halloween inspiration or are just in the mood for some jaw-dropping makeup talent, keep scrolling to see eight terrifyingly beautiful Halloween makeup looks.

Dream Unicorn

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Photo: @jennadewan

The lasting power of the unicorn trend is what’s truly scary. But even if you’re so over it, you can’t help but admit that Jenna Dewan Tatum’s take on the magical creature makes for a mesmerizing look.

Superhero Goals

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Photo: @khloekardashian

Channeling one of the most powerful X-Men makes for a killer Halloween costume. Khloé Kardashian is the perfect Storm with her icy, glazed-over eyes and hair to match.

statuesque skeleton

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Photo: @kimkardashian

Kim Kardashian West made skeletons chic when she debuted this spooky look. Lucky for us, there's an easy-to-follow tutorial for re-creating her intricate makeup.

comic book pop art

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Photo: @haileybaldwin

We’re totally into DIY’ing a comic book character, like seen here on Hailey Baldwin's friend Marianne Fonseca because it pretty much means you won’t need to buy a costume.

corpse bride

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Photo: @kourtneykardash

For better or for worse, right? Have fun creating this happily-never-after look, and don’t worry about your makeup melting off. After all, we’ve got some tips for making your Halloween makeup last all night long.

Grinning Ghost

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Photo: @beaucaspersmart

We love a good skeleton look like the one seen here on Beau Casper Smart and Jennifer Lopez back in 2015. So what if you're craving something creative but hesitant about a full-on makeup look? Simply stretch your smile and do your eye makeup as usual—vlogger Kayla Hagey has the full tutorial.

snow queen

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Photo: @perrieedwards

This look would give us nightmares if it weren’t so jaw-droppingly beautiful.

animalistic doll

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Photo: @ashleybenson

We’re not sure what to call this look from Ashley Benson—but whatever it is, we’re blown away by the intense lashes.

What daring beauty looks are you trying out this Halloween? Would you ever try full-on face makeup?

This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.