How To Apply & Remove Halloween Makeup with Eyelash Extensions

Halloween Makeup Tips for Clients with Lash Extensions

Whether your clients are planning a glamorous Halloween look or going all out with face paint and prosthetics, a little planning can make their makeup easier to remove at the end of the night. Share these tips at their lash appointment so they know how to create their look and cleanse around their extensions without rubbing or tugging.

Glam Halloween Makeup

Eyeshadow, liner and glitter can all be part of a Halloween look. Encourage clients to apply powders with a light touch to limit fallout along the lash line. Waterproof mascara and eyeliner can be harder to remove, so suggest products that come off easily without scrubbing.

At the end of the night, clients can gently remove eye makeup with an oil-free remover labelled for use around the eyes. Then they can cleanse the lash line with Sensitive Lash Shampoo and a soft lash cleansing brush, following the product directions.

For a set to match the costume, take a look at our Halloween lash maps inspired by Disney villains.

Face Paint

Thick face paint can collect around lash bonds and be awkward to remove. Keep it away from the lash line and use eyeshadow or another product labelled for the eye area wherever the look needs colour around the eyes.

Follow the face paint’s removal directions. If some colour has settled around the extensions, take extra time to cleanse gently and avoid scrubbing or picking at the bonds.

Special Effects Makeup

Keep liquid latex, spirit gum, prosthetic adhesives and fake blood away from the lash line. Dried latex can be especially difficult to remove from hair, so plan the placement before applying it. The cheeks, temples and jawline give clients plenty of room to build an effect away from their extensions.

Use the remover recommended for the special effects product and follow its directions, including any restrictions on use near the eyes. If dried product is stuck to the extensions, advise clients to contact their lash technician before attempting to pull it away.

Halloween Looks That Keep the Focus Away from the Lashes

A bold lip or a painted detail around the mouth can do most of the work. Think vampire lipstick, skeleton teeth or marionette lines, paired with soft eye makeup that’s easy to remove.

If a client wants a lash set specifically for the occasion, see our guide to creating glitter lash extensions. If they only want the set for Halloween, arrange a professional removal appointment and follow the directions for your lash extension cream remover.

For everyday aftercare advice, share our guide to wearing makeup and skincare with eyelash extensions.