There are many ways to create the look of a zombie. Makeup artists use different tools and supplies to create an authentic undead look. You can use a face paint palette like Snazzaroo to create any type of makeup look. Liquid latex is a great way to create wounds and other details that look realistic. Use Monster Liquid Latex for this look, as it dries quickly and allows you to apply makeup directly on it.
For the face, you can apply dark liquid makeup and eyeliner. The eyes should appear hollowed out. Make sure to apply a dark purple eye shadow. Apply it to the crease of the eyelid. You can add dark contouring and lips to complete the look. Apply mascara and lip balm to make your makeup look realistic. You can also add bloody scars around your eyes. Make sure to blend everything together with a blush.
To create a realistic look, you must have some type of fake blood. Zombies have plenty of blood around the mouth. Apply fake blood with a sponge or finger, and blot it to the chosen areas. Spirit gum and liquid latex can be used to create convincing effects. If you aren’t comfortable applying fake blood, use the liquid latex instead. This will make it easier to create realistic zombie makeup.
The next step is to apply eyeshadow. The eyelids should be lined with black or brown eyeshadow. Apply a red lipstick to the bottom of the eye to create veiny broken capillaries. Apply a purple eyeshadow over the veins. This will give the eyes a bruised look. If you can’t find any of the products listed above, you can purchase them online for less than $10 each.
Lastly, make sure you use liquid latex. This gooey substance dries clear and is used as prosthetics on the face. Buy a prosthetic at a Halloween store or online. Make sure you choose the right one, as cheap materials can harm your skin. If you’d rather make your own prosthetic, you can layer layers of liquid latex on tissue paper. To finish, you can apply fake blood and makeup.
Remember, kids will have different ideas about how they want to look, so they should get some help from their parents. You can make a less scary version of your zombie makeup to make it safer for your child. You can use a wet n wild zombie bride makeup that is less scary but still creepy. And if your child is too young to use scary makeup, you can always try a non-scary version.
