While it's hard to picture the packed parties of Halloweens past, that doesn't mean dressing up [1] has to be on hold this year. After all, if holiday hangouts end up online, our faces are front and centre, especially when it comes to costumes. In fact, it could even be argued that makeup will become even more important in 2020 since we may be trick-or-treating our own cabinets and seeing our friends virtually from the neck up [2].
Since we're never not planning when it comes to October 31, we poked around at Sephora to see which beauty products can get your creative juices flowing and will also be just as sweet come November 1 [3], too.
Ahead, find our top picks for Halloween [4] makeup stocked at Sephora — because it's definitely not too soon to get started.
Make Up For Ever Flash Colour Palette Multi-use Cream Colour Palette
You're only limited by your imagination with this top-rated Make Up For Ever Flash Colour Palette Multi-use Cream Colour Palette [5] ($99). Each of the 12 creamy colours can be used solo on your lids or lips, blended into foundation for other special effects on your face, or applied anywhere on your body with a tool like this Artis Elite Mirror Oval 10 Brush [6] ($80).
Museum of Ice Cream x Sephora Collection Rainbow Sherbet Lash
There's nothing ordinary about these Museum of Ice Cream x Sephora Collection Rainbow Sherbet Lashes [7] ($7, originally $18). The colourful feathers offer a touch of unexpected whimsy that's an unmissable costume addition no matter what you've got planned this year.
Lilly Lashes Living My Best Life Collection
The four options in this limited-edition Lilly Lashes Living My Best Life Collection [8] ($30) are big on drama. After all, these false lashes [9], and others in the brand's popular Lilly Lashes 3D Mink [10] ($30) series, can add glam to any Halloween [11] look — just grab some Duo Eyelash Adhesive [12] ($9) so you're set come October.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Loose Glitter
There are six shades of Anastasia Beverly Hills Loose Glitter [13] ($15) so you can sparkle wherever, whenever (but especially on October 31). It works really well when applied with this Too Faced Glitter Glue Eye Shadow Primer [14] ($22) on your lids, but there's no reason why this can't be spread elsewhere on your body with other glitter glue, too.
Urban Decay Heavy Metal Face and Body Glitter Gel - Sparkle Out Loud Collection
Cut out the middle step when applying loose glitter and opt for this highly concentrated, quick-drying Urban Decay Heavy Metal Face and Body Glitter Gel - Sparkle Out Loud Collection [15] ($22) instead. It's already suspended in water-based gel so it will last for the entire party, workday, or night out trick-or-treating (for up to nine hours).
Urban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner
For a more targeted sparkle, this Urban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner [16] ($21) comes in 16 colours each packed into a long-wearing, clear base with conditioning fruit and vegetable extracts inside, too. Add a solo line of glitter or top your favourite shadow using its thin brush, or just tap anywhere else you like with your fingers.
Or, if your masquerade plans require a detailed drawing on your skin, there's also this waterproof Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil - Sparkle Out Loud Collection [17] ($22) for a crayon-like effect instead.
Sephora Collection Colourful Eyeshadow
If you love eyeshadow experimentation [18] on a regular day, Halloween [19] is likely no different. When costumes call for a shade not in your personal stash (yet), there's a Sephora Collection Colourful Eyeshadow [20] ($9) to solve that problem — there are 80+ colours to choose.
KVD Vegan Beauty Super Pomade Vegan Eyeliner, Shadow and Brow Pigment
These versatile KVD Vegan Beauty Super Pomade Vegan Eyeliner, Shadow and Brow Pigments [21] ($20) can add a streak to your lids or even your eyebrows. If your ensemble calls for a wig or temporary hair colour, there's a rainbow of hues to match, but there are traditional hair shades, too. (Just use a finger or the KVD Vegan Beauty #70 Pomade Brow Brush [22] ($18) meant for this exact product.)
KVD Vegan Beauty Studded Kiss Crème Lipstick
There's no worry about this KVD Vegan Beauty Studded Kiss Crème Lipstick [23] ($5-$20, originally $20) coming off while you sip some witches' brew — all 20+ colours are long-lasting and lip-nourishing at the same time.
Gucci Rouge à Lèvres Gothique Metallic Lipstick
All nine shimmery shades of this Gucci Rouge à Lèvres Gothique Metallic Lipstick [24] ($46) feature a deep-black undertone, whether you opt to make a statement with bold Gucci red, or pick a more unique colour like grey blue, silvery pink, or evergreen instead.
KVD Vegan Beauty Everlasting Liquid Lipstick
If we had to pick just one KVD Vegan Beauty Everlasting Liquid Lipstick [25] ($5-$21, originally $11-$21) for All Hallows' Eve, it'd surely be this pitch black colour . . . but don't just take our word for it, check out the other shades, too.
Nails Inc. Unicorn Nail Polish Duo
Maybe a new nail polish is as much of a costume as you're willing to commit to thus far? No matter what Halloween [26] looks like in 2020, this iridescent Nails Inc. Unicorn Nail Polish Duo [27] ($15) can mystify long after the pumpkins are carved, and the Nails Inc. Colour Changing Nail Polish Duo- Are You Hot Or Not [28] ($15) will turn your nails into chameleons as the temperature changes throughout the day (and year).
Ciaté London The Cheat Sheets Nail Stickers
These Ciaté London The Cheat Sheets Nail Stickers [29] ($18) are not only a quick way to add nail art, they make a mighty fine finishing touch this Halloween [30] (or a low-key costume on their own). It's hard to pick just one fave in this set, but the evil eyes and pastel leopard spots definitely stick out.
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