One of the things we love the most about Halloween is seeing all the weird and wonderful makeup creations. Whether you’re a professional MUA or you’re a makeup newcomer, Halloween can be the perfect opportunity to display your creative talents. If you’re attempting to dabble with SFX this year or just need a quick, fail-safe look for the 31st, then we’ve got the tutorial for you. Follow @alice_crue’s step-by-step guide to create a gruesome cut on the cheek using SFX makeup.
Step Two
Roll the wax and stick it to the cheekbone (or wherever else you would like to create the cut). To make the Modelling Wax easier to manipulate, apply clear lip balm to your fingers.
Step Three
Using either a spatula or your fingers, blend the edges of the Modelling Wax into the skin, creating a smooth, seamless edge.
Step Four
Using the spatula or the end of a makeup brush, start to create indentations and cuts into the wax to add detail.
Step Five
Experiment using different tools (Alice used a toothpick) to create detailing and life-like cuts.
Step Six
Apply a foundation or concealer over the wax, starting with small amounts and slowly building.
Step Seven
Next, take the Mehron Paradise Makeup AQ 8 Color Palette Basic and mix plenty of water with the red shade. Apply this to the centre of the indentations in the wax, using a fine liner brush.
Step Eight
To create depth, mix the brown shade with the red to create a deeper shade and apply to the deepest points of the wax.
Step Nine
Now it’s time to add some blood. Take some of the Mehron Coagulated Blood Gel and apply to the cuts. The trick here is to remember that less is more – too much blood will make it look less realistic.
Step Ten
Using a wet cotton bud, dab onto the Coagulated Blood and re-apply to the edges of the cut to help make it look more realistic.
Step Eleven
Use a tissue to remove excess blood and your look is complete.
Final look
