How-Tuesday: Halloween Mermaid Makeup Tutorial

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Published on Oct 04, 2011 in Make

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(Music by Adam Gubman)

My name is Traci Hines, and I’m a singer, mermaid model, performer, accessory designer, and a makeup artist too. Today I’m sharing step-by-step directions to help you achieve a fantastical mermaid look this Halloween.

Tools

  • A good set of makeup brushes
  • An eyelash curler

Products

Face:

Eyes:

  • Eye shadow primer and matte white eyeliner
  • Loose shimmer eye shadows in shades of white, ivory, purple, bronze, and the colors of the sea, green and blue! (I mixed colors from Beneficial Minerals and Madison Street Beauty.)
  • Jet black liquid eyeliner
  • Black mascara
  • 2 sets of false eyelashes – A thick and dramatic set for the top (I love the eyelashes from mrssteptoe) and a softer pair for your lower lashes.
  • Eyelash glue

Lips:

  • Deep purple lipliner and lipstick (I used “Jester” from BL Soaps.)
  • Loose shimmer shadow dust in purple shade (I got mine from Beneficial Minerals.)

Special Effects:

  • Spirit gum
  • Large clear iridescent bubble sequins in at least 2 sizes. ShinySparklePretty has some great styles.
  • Smaller nail art sequins. I chose to mix 2 colors: an iridescent clear and a light blue.
  • Baby oil to remove your makeup at the end of the night. (Especially those scales!)

STEP ONE: Get Your Face On!

  • Start with foundation powder and blush.
  • Apply pink blush to your cheekbones.
  • Dust the mineral veil finishing powder over your entire face to set. Blend with your fingers if you need to.

STEP TWO: Eyes

  • Apply eye shadow primer across your lids.
  • Carefully line your waterline with white eyeliner.
  • Highlight under your brows and add just a touch of white to the inner corners of your eyes, extending out. Blend out any rough edges with your fingers.
  • Apply white shimmer eyeshadow over the white eyeliner. Make sure to brush under your brow bone and at the inner corners of your eyes, blending out.
  • Using your fingers or a fluffy shadow brush, blend the green and turquoise shimmer powder along your temples. Blend down towards your jawline and up towards your forehead.
  • Set the shadow by using a touch of translucent powder.
  • Finally, use a fine brush to line your eyes with jet black liquid liner.
  • With the remaining liner left on your brush, brush a thin line below your lash line.

STEP THREE: Lashes

  • Start by curling your brows with an eyelash curler.
  • Next, apply mascara to your top lashes.
  • Take your top false lashes and size them to fit your eye shape.
  • Once your lashes are the right size, squeeze a thin line of glue right along the lash line.
  • Wait 10 to 20 seconds to let the glue get tacky, then stick ‘em on.
  • For the bottom lashes, cut a pair of long wispy lashes in half.
  • Apply the glue along the line of eyeliner you created earlier and affix the half-lash.
  • Finish with one last sweep of mascara to your top lashes.

STEP FOUR: Mermaid Scales!

  • Start by pulling back your hair so that no hair sticks to your face.
  • Apply tiny dabs of spirit gum at the temples.
  • Layer the sequins at your temples, then extend to your cheekbones and above your brows. Make sure the sequins are applied on top of each other so that they look like scales!
  • Finally, add smaller, nail-size sequins to complete the scale look.

STEP FIVE: Lips

  • Begin by lining your lips with lip liner. You can also fill in your lips with the liner.
  • Next, apply your lipstick. I use a lip brush because it gives me more control, so I can get that clean edge.
  • Finish by dabbing shimmery lavender powder on your lips with your fingers. You can use eyeshadow powder as well.

STEP SIX: Hair

  • If you want to use your own hair, braid it the night before to create easy waves. No styling time necessary! Just pull it out the braid and, voilà: magical mermaid texture!
  • If you prefer to wear your mermaid hair in a color that isn’t your day-to-day, put on a costume wig! Start off by tightly braiding your hair, then pin it flat on your head so you can easily stretch the wig over your head front to back. Once you’ve got it on, pin the wig around your head so it doesn’t slip off.

STEP SEVEN: Costume!

  • Finish with a fun mermaid costume! I’ve made myself a sparkly seashell top and added a tail made by my good friend Lisa Fabio.

Now all that’s left to do is flip your fins! Make sure to fill your treasure bag before making your way back to your watery grotto!

Benjamin Hines Photography

Becky Sapp is a photographer, filmmaker, and artist based in Los Angeles. She also sells her photography and screenprints in her Etsy shop, xflyonthewallx. 

Traci Hines runs The Siren’s Grotto, where she makes and sells custom wigs and hair accessories (including those featured in this video). She also makes appearances and sings original music.

UPDATE: Congratulations to Naomi Storey of Storey Threads, winner of the Mermaid Sweepstakes! 

Enter for a chance to win a trio of couture, mermaid-inspired starfish hair adornments made by Traci! Comment below to enter to win the Petite Seafoam Sparkle Star Trio. On Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at 12 p.m. ET we will choose a commenter at random. (We apologize in advance that this sweepstakes is only open to U.S. folks over 18. Void where prohibited. Download a PDF of the full Rules and Regulations.)

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  • ballerina20

    ballerina20 says:

    This is awesome! I love the idea of using the different sized sequins to create a scale effect! Thanks for posting :)

    225 days ago

  • VidGirlsandDolls

    VidGirlsandDolls says:

    This really looks like fun. Colors & glitters !

    225 days ago

  • Crystalcat1989

    Crystalcat1989 says:

    Love the scales , Great idea :)

    225 days ago

  • ACupOfSparkle

    ACupOfSparkle says:

    :)) This is awesome!!!!!! Looks fantastic.

    225 days ago

  • RossLab

    RossLab says:

    Wow! You are so good! I love this tutorial... now I just need a Halloween party to show this off:)))

    225 days ago

  • epise001

    epise001 says:

    What a great Halloween costume idea and a great make up tutorial! Thanks!

    225 days ago

  • BRHDesigns

    BRHDesigns says:

    OMG this is fabulous! Such wonderful ideas, very creative!

    225 days ago

  • cutesonrisa

    cutesonrisa says:

    What a wonderful idea! My favorite part is adding the different sized sequins around the face! I love the wig! Thanks for the opportunity to win the beautiful hair adornments : ]

    225 days ago

  • Iammie

    Iammie says:

    Love it!

    225 days ago

  • kelleylo

    kelleylo says:

    omgosh how absolutely GORGEOUS! I believe that this is what I am going to do for halloween! THANK YOU for the tutorial!

    225 days ago

  • ANWsHandcraftedGifts

    ANWsHandcraftedGifts says:

    So beautiful! I can't wait to try it out!

    225 days ago

  • PoleStar

    PoleStar says:

    This is really fun, love the step by step, and the result is awesome! Very inspiring.

    225 days ago

  • LoveandKnit

    LoveandKnit says:

    Amazing! : )

    225 days ago

  • Earleyimages

    Earleyimages says:

    Great ideas

    225 days ago

  • shyght

    shyght says:

    Thanks so much for sharing! You are incredibly talented and creative! Would love to see more blogs from you!

    225 days ago

  • jammerjewelry

    jammerjewelry says:

    Wonderful ideas, thanks

    225 days ago

  • HopeChestHome

    HopeChestHome says:

    That makeup is ridiculously awesome!!! Makes me want to dress up this year instead of sit and watch scary movies all night!

    225 days ago

  • zenmasterflash

    zenmasterflash says:

    So magical!

    225 days ago

  • AukinasGoddess

    AukinasGoddess says:

    Creative and inspiring!.. goes beyond halloween. ;) x

    225 days ago

  • BeneficialMinerals

    BeneficialMinerals says:

    Thank you for featuring my products in your video!! You are gorgeous!

    225 days ago

  • amykins0401

    amykins0401 says:

    I LOVE how you used sequins to produce the scale effect!!!!

    225 days ago

  • sparrowgrey

    sparrowgrey says:

    Such an amazing idea for Halloween. I love costumes that feature some awesome make-up artistry. Well done!

    225 days ago

  • simplelovingfamily
  • mrssteptoe

    mrssteptoe says:

    Wow! You've inspired us all! Thanks so much for including my lashes in your related items - so thrilled!

    225 days ago

  • myvintagecrush

    myvintagecrush says:

    Beautiful!

    225 days ago

  • LittleLadyIrish

    LittleLadyIrish says:

    I love this!! I was considering dressing as a mackerel but this looks much more glamorous!! :p Thanks for sharing!

    225 days ago

  • TechnicolorSquirrel

    TechnicolorSquirrel says:

    This is excellent! I loved the idea and the tutorial! Would you mind if I shared this during my online event in a few weeks? I will be sharing ideas on costumes and all things Halloween and I think this would be a great addition.

    225 days ago

  • sweetgirlboutique

    sweetgirlboutique says:

    oh LOVE!!! my 4.5 yo wants to be a mermaid for Halloween and now she wants me to be her "mermaid mama"...with this make up and hair, I think YES!

    225 days ago

  • LesleyWilsonArt

    LesleyWilsonArt says:

    Thank you, that tutorial was really cool!

    225 days ago

  • peshka

    peshka says:

    So beautiful, fantastic!

    225 days ago

  • TheUntamedHeart

    TheUntamedHeart says:

    Wow! This is amazing! Thanks for sharing!

    225 days ago

  • NatureLinds

    NatureLinds says:

    UGH!!!!! In LOVE! thanks :) :)

    225 days ago

  • heartbreakable

    heartbreakable says:

    loooooove it!

    225 days ago

  • bedouin

    bedouin says:

    This looks so fun ~ love love the variety sized sequins ~ you look beautiful!!!

    225 days ago

  • MuseMinerals

    MuseMinerals says:

    oh this totally gets in touch with my inner Pisces!!! :D

    225 days ago

  • hondaranchergirl33

    hondaranchergirl33 says:

    So very pretty, the scales are amazing!!

    225 days ago

  • MissMPhotography

    MissMPhotography says:

    This is fantastic! I am going to be a mermaid for Halloween this year. I am so glad you posted this!!!

    225 days ago

  • AntoinettesWhims

    AntoinettesWhims says:

    Beautiful!!!

    225 days ago

  • WhisperingOak

    WhisperingOak says:

    The result is stunning

    225 days ago

  • GarrettandGrace

    GarrettandGrace says:

    lovely...

    225 days ago

  • TheGraveyardGirls

    TheGraveyardGirls says:

    Fantastic! Who doesn't love mermaids? :)

    225 days ago

  • JuicyBows

    JuicyBows says:

    Really GORGEOUS ! <3

    225 days ago

  • jdlemmons

    jdlemmons says:

    wow this is fantastic! very creative :)

    225 days ago

  • JennieAnne1

    JennieAnne1 says:

    Love this!! I may want to do it for everday : )

    225 days ago

  • MootiDesigns

    MootiDesigns says:

    Very cool, beautiful make up ideas. Thanks for sharing!

    225 days ago

  • DreamOfPhilanthropy

    DreamOfPhilanthropy says:

    This is awesome and totally inspiring. I think I may have to be a mermaid for Halloween now. :-D

    225 days ago

  • kaydity

    kaydity says:

    Absoultely beautiful!! You have inspired me to me a mermaid! LOVE IT!

    225 days ago

  • SoireeChicShoppe

    SoireeChicShoppe says:

    Thank you! Just what I needed, I'm dressing as a mermaid for Halloween :) Can't wait to try your tutorial!

    225 days ago

  • gemagenta

    gemagenta says:

    Wow! AMAZING! I want to be a mermaid, everything looks great! (And I love your purplish hair!)

    225 days ago

  • Sophia2007

    Sophia2007 says:

    LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!

    225 days ago

  • AutumnSkyAdornments

    AutumnSkyAdornments says:

    I love the use of sequins...so clever!

    225 days ago

  • MoonlitWonders

    MoonlitWonders says:

    My imagination is a "go"! I may have just found my Halloween costume finally! :) Great job!

    225 days ago

  • AudWise1

    AudWise1 says:

    What a beautiful look! Thank you for the step by step :)

    225 days ago

  • spookysadventurepals

    spookysadventurepals says:

    I have the perfect scaly dress to go with this look. best mermaid look I've seen. eeeeeee so gorgeous :3

    225 days ago

  • funkykristen

    funkykristen says:

    What a wonderful post and tutorial! Love the mermaid look! :)

    225 days ago

  • BanglewoodSupplies

    BanglewoodSupplies says:

    Beautiful. I am still trying to figure out what I will be...

    225 days ago

  • LollyBooWho

    LollyBooWho says:

    Love this post!! The makeup looks amazing and I LOVE the idea of using those sequins as scales :))... the starfish are incredible!!

    225 days ago

  • kandiarray

    kandiarray says:

    This is great!! Very inspirational. I especially love the idea of the scales and the lower lashes =)

    225 days ago

  • tweetheartwallart
  • godsdumbblonde

    godsdumbblonde says:

    Perfect mermaid look! Im seriously considering changing my halloween costume to a memaid now lol!

    225 days ago

  • luvalexa

    luvalexa says:

    This is stunning! p.s. never thought I'd say that about a halloween makeup,,,

    225 days ago

  • hsailormoon

    hsailormoon says:

    Totally love the tutorial, it was a lot of steps to cover, but it was done quickly and did not skip any step. The photo/diagrams also included, makes this much easier for people to follow, to have both mediums (video + photos/text). Fantastic~

    225 days ago

  • LSBodyTreats

    LSBodyTreats says:

    Great tutorial! I love the colors and the way everything you've used compliments each other!

    225 days ago

  • myAvonlea

    myAvonlea says:

    I LOVE mermaids. Beautiful. Thank you for the tips.

    225 days ago

  • VuzjaProductions

    VuzjaProductions says:

    This is awesome cuz i want to be a mermaid for Halloween :)

    225 days ago

  • breakfromreality

    breakfromreality says:

    Gorgeous!! Love it all! The wig is amazing <3

    225 days ago

  • LaurieKate

    LaurieKate says:

    Absolutely amazing!! She makes it look so easy and doable!!!

    225 days ago

  • earthmama221

    earthmama221 says:

    Oh very cool! I think I'm going to have to try this out!

    225 days ago

  • littleshopofphotos

    littleshopofphotos says:

    So interesting!! Awesome!!

    225 days ago

  • AdorableAllDay

    AdorableAllDay says:

    if i win i am sharing with my BFF because we love aquamarine. i know you're probably doubting that i'm over 18 with that aquamarine reference, but i'm just embarrassing. :)

    225 days ago

  • MistressDanzig

    MistressDanzig says:

    The scales are such a cool idea! You look gorgeous! Really very inspiring makeup!! =D

    225 days ago

  • maggpie

    maggpie says:

    In my next life, I want to come back as a mermaid. Love this tutorial!

    225 days ago

  • PrettyBirdAttire

    PrettyBirdAttire says:

    Beautiful! I love adding the sequins, I would have never thought of that!

    225 days ago

  • littlebluebird5

    littlebluebird5 says:

    Thank you -- this is so awesome!! You are so talented, and I really appreciate you sharing your time & creativity. My daughter is going to be a mermaid for Halloween, and I was wondering what to do. (I'm making her costume, and your tutorial can totally be modified to be perfect for a child!!) Thank you so much for showing all of your awesome "mermaid secrets". The sequin scales, the colored hair, the shell/sequin extensions, etc... You are really helping a regular momma out with all of your attention to details. My daughter would really love to wear a pair of those cute clips in her hair for Halloween!! *hint, hint!!*

    225 days ago

  • lindsaymakowski

    lindsaymakowski says:

    I follow Traci on YouTube. Love her looks and music! So excited to see her here on another of my websites. I'd love to win one of Traci's creations! :)

    225 days ago

  • bagsbymelanie

    bagsbymelanie says:

    This is so cool! I love the sequin scales!

    225 days ago

  • pinkfuzzykitty

    pinkfuzzykitty says:

    Awesome!

    225 days ago

  • lindsaymakowski

    lindsaymakowski says:

    *my favorite websites

    225 days ago

  • dragonflybynight

    dragonflybynight says:

    Thanks, Traci, for sharing your fun tutorial with us! You are beautiful and talented!

    225 days ago

  • lindseylu884

    lindseylu884 says:

    You are crazy talented! I love it and do not think it could have turned out better!

    225 days ago

  • CounterCoutureK8

    CounterCoutureK8 says:

    How fun! Passing along to my professional make up artist friend! Woul love to win ;)

    225 days ago

  • elleestpetite

    elleestpetite says:

    I love mermaids! This looks like a lot of fun to try out.

    225 days ago

  • JKCreate

    JKCreate says:

    Oh my goodness... My childhood dream of growing up to be a mermaid may now be plausible! This is so fantastic!!

    225 days ago

  • cascobaysoap

    cascobaysoap says:

    wow! beautiful! I soo want to do this!!! :) Shannon

    225 days ago

  • TealRoses

    TealRoses says:

    I love this!

    225 days ago

  • DrapersDangles

    DrapersDangles says:

    I love dabbling with makeup. What a great tutorial! And with no Halloween costume ideas yet for myself, I may have to put it to good use...

    225 days ago

  • MyDiscoveredThoughts

    MyDiscoveredThoughts says:

    I absolutely love this idea for Halloween! I'm always looking for creative ways to dress up! I think the video was very well done and I like how it was short, simple and to the point. :) Thank you for sharing!!!

    225 days ago

  • SmithAndDaphne

    SmithAndDaphne says:

    Love those starfish! The added green shadow along her temples was a interesting makeup technique, too.

    225 days ago

  • shan238

    shan238 says:

    How freakin fun, I've been all about my daughters first Halloween o haven't even thought about me. This is great thanks

    225 days ago

  • sdmariejewelry

    sdmariejewelry says:

    Wow, amazing!

    225 days ago

  • hummingbirdie

    hummingbirdie says:

    beautiful! this gives me a few ideas for my alien costume make up this year. and love the little starfish.

    225 days ago

  • coralbelles

    coralbelles says:

    Fantastic!

    225 days ago

  • megrat7

    megrat7 says:

    This was going to be my halloween costume. Darn!

    225 days ago

  • oldworldapothecary

    oldworldapothecary says:

    ´*•.¸(´*•.¸♥¸.•*´)¸.•*´ ♥•.*beautiful*♥ ¸.•*´(¸.•*´♥´*•.¸)´*•.¸

    225 days ago

  • amyjomcguigan

    amyjomcguigan says:

    ohhh perfect!!!! I actually just made a mermaid tail for halloween!!!! I was curious if I wanted scary mermaid or beautyfabolucious..... definately going with a pretty mermaid :)

    225 days ago

  • gddsoshun

    gddsoshun says:

    my business is mermaid massage! so this is so interesting to me. you are beautiful and the whole mermaid energy is about plunging into the depths of your soul to reveal the truth. thanks for this lovely page. keep doing what you are doing!!

    225 days ago

  • FeliciaMariah

    FeliciaMariah says:

    Wow!! Wonderful tutorial!! I want to try this out!!!

    225 days ago

  • LittleSketchyCards

    LittleSketchyCards says:

    So pretty! Makes me want to try this out for Halloween :)

    225 days ago

  • phigirl

    phigirl says:

    this was awesome! ok, who's having a party this halloween so i can dress up as a mermaid??

    225 days ago

  • amcilrath

    amcilrath says:

    LOVE!!!! What a great idea!!! Definitely doing this!! I love Mermaids!

    225 days ago

  • ashleydp2

    ashleydp2 says:

    Definitely would like to see more blogs from you! You just inspired my costume for this year :) Amazing creativity!!! Very Talented!

    225 days ago

  • z0mbiet0ast

    z0mbiet0ast says:

    Beautiful! I love Traci & makeup tutorials! I've always wanted to see a really good quality video like this from her. : )

    225 days ago

  • SkiesofUranus

    SkiesofUranus says:

    I am such a fan of the dark purple lips! Purple happens to be my favorite color! And I think you just gave the inspiration for a costume for a group I'm in that's helping out by giving candy to kids for Halloween! :) Mermaid Princess I shall be! :)

    225 days ago

  • arielmermaid

    arielmermaid says:

    This is amazing...I love it! :D Thank you so much for the tips...I LOVE the colors!

    225 days ago

  • wezebo

    wezebo says:

    You are very creative and imaginitive...love the step by step for people like myself who are not creative!...cool costume..

    225 days ago

  • keellis

    keellis says:

    So pretty and easy!! I might need to adapt/change my pumpkin costume idea!

    225 days ago

  • Nigheve

    Nigheve says:

    This is so beautiful and inspiring. Thanks so much!

    225 days ago

  • CharmsByNash

    CharmsByNash says:

    I love Traci's costumes and accessories. This was an excellent video. Her makeup is gorgeous!!!

    225 days ago

  • FairyTalesMermdScale

    FairyTalesMermdScale says:

    Love this! I may not even use this for Halloween, I'll just get creative one day at random XD

    225 days ago

  • SweetCreations77

    SweetCreations77 says:

    My 12 year old and my 6 year old are going to love this can't wait till they get home to show them Thanks so much for a way to save money this year :)

    225 days ago

  • gardenandsea

    gardenandsea says:

    do I have any choice NOT to become a mermaid now?!

    225 days ago

  • msatte1

    msatte1 says:

    I love this! So inspirational. Definitely want to do this for Halloween!

    225 days ago

  • MadisonStreetBeauty

    MadisonStreetBeauty says:

    This is amazing! Thank you so much for featuring our eye shadows! I love the tutorial, I'm definitely being a mermaid this year!

    225 days ago

  • erinkdixon

    erinkdixon says:

    LOVE this!

    225 days ago

  • Brooklynretro

    Brooklynretro says:

    WOW!! FANTASTIC!

    225 days ago

  • mermaidbella

    mermaidbella says:

    Not just for Halloween but for all year round. Gorgeous tutorial. :)

    225 days ago

  • garrettjaime1982

    garrettjaime1982 says:

    Seriously stunning and well done on the video. You make it look so easy!

    225 days ago

  • purpleipod

    purpleipod says:

    Incredible colour combinations and great idea :))

    225 days ago

  • VitaDiFantasia

    VitaDiFantasia says:

    This is absolutely stunning. I love doing makeup design. This will definitely help.

    225 days ago

  • bellejarvintage

    bellejarvintage says:

    Wow Great Video by Becky Sapp!!

    225 days ago

  • JuJuEyeball

    JuJuEyeball says:

    How funny! My hubby and I are doing Trunk or Treat at our church again this year, and we're going to be a mermaid and a pirate. I've been searching for good mermaid looks, and some of my favorites have been of Traci. So excited to see that she has an Etsy shop. :) I've been creating jewelry and accessories for my costume, and I love those little starfish - very inspiring. The video was inspiring, too - can't wait to finish this costume! Then I can move on to the giant shell I'll be sitting in, haha!

    225 days ago

  • susannaholmes

    susannaholmes says:

    This is amazing!

    225 days ago

  • mlwhyte

    mlwhyte says:

    I adore Traci on YouTube and on Etsy as well. This tutorial is so awesome and winning some of her starfish accessories would be amazing! <3

    225 days ago

  • storeythreads

    storeythreads says:

    My friend was going to be a mermaid for Halloween! I dont think we would have gotten the make up down like you have ; ) Amazing work! I love Halloween, i have tons of cute vintage pieces in my shop that could be used for costumes right now!

    225 days ago

  • Sushibear

    Sushibear says:

    Absolutely gorgeous!!!!! Fantastic idea & great instructions!

    225 days ago

  • SplashOfMagic

    SplashOfMagic says:

    Might have to try this for my next mermaid shoot.

    225 days ago

  • Mclovebuddy

    Mclovebuddy says:

    this is so awesome and fun!

    225 days ago

  • AyeCHIHUAHUA

    AyeCHIHUAHUA says:

    LOVE THIS! Thank you!

    225 days ago

  • CheringtonMetalcraft

    CheringtonMetalcraft says:

    Truly stunning! :)

    225 days ago

  • sopranoidol

    sopranoidol says:

    Traci, you never cease to amazing us all. Thank you for sharing your talent and creativity! I'm going to have to try this. xoxo

    225 days ago

  • katarchy

    katarchy says:

    Gorgeous! Great tutorial and video. :)

    225 days ago

  • risingstar294

    risingstar294 says:

    did u use a 5D to film this?? Its amazing quality and really shows off the makeup closeups beautifully!!

    225 days ago

  • HeirloomRevelations

    HeirloomRevelations says:

    TRACI !!! Gorgeous look , flawless job. Love the lavender hair :-)))

    225 days ago

  • AmyMichelleJewelry

    AmyMichelleJewelry says:

    How fun! Very clever and unique idea for halloween!

    225 days ago

  • LittleWrenPottery

    LittleWrenPottery says:

    Wow looks amazing! I'm really bad at putting makeup on, I obviously need all the help I can get lol :)

    225 days ago

  • littlepennylane

    littlepennylane says:

    Hey Guys! I'm Lisa Fabio, the designer of the Tail traci is wearing in this INCREDIBLE video! If anyone would like to inquire about custom items or see more of what i do, just visit my shop or message me! In the meantime, everyone visit Traci's shop and you can be a mermaid too! If she isnt sold out! better get there fast!

    225 days ago

  • TheScarfTree

    TheScarfTree says:

    Such a pretty mermaid! Well done, amazing work, so pretty! Mermaids are magical!

    225 days ago

  • jeanius80

    jeanius80 says:

    just fun! I love the use of sequins!

    225 days ago

  • ibukij

    ibukij says:

    Beautiful as always!

    225 days ago

  • Nevlonniel

    Nevlonniel says:

    Fantastic job! I love the attention to detail! =D

    225 days ago

  • jacki650

    jacki650 says:

    I think this awesome! I have always wanted to be the little mermaid sooo...I think I may have to do it with a dazzled upgrade using this tutorial :) I made sure to add this post to this SkinnyScoop List of Halloween costume ideas > www.skinnyscoop.com/list/claudia/halloween-brew-ha-ha

    225 days ago

  • TheMoonside

    TheMoonside says:

    Awesome, Traci! I'll definitely use this tutorial in the future!

    225 days ago

  • Missieb92

    Missieb92 says:

    Beautiful makeup tutorial! Thanks for sharing!

    225 days ago

  • stylewhile

    stylewhile says:

    WOW I love the tutorial.

    225 days ago

  • sandie898

    sandie898 says:

    You are such an adorable mermaid. I am at heart and will try to be this Halloween. My little grandson will love it. Thanks ! Sandy

    225 days ago

  • Hellokat85

    Hellokat85 says:

    LOVE the look! And am in love with the clips as well!! Thanks for the amazing tutorial! :)

    225 days ago

  • blondesocialite

    blondesocialite says:

    LOVE this look! Especially the scales.

    225 days ago

  • bklynBridge95

    bklynBridge95 says:

    This was awesome totally makes me want to be a mermaid for Halloween and I got to get me some of those starfishes

    224 days ago

  • diamosaur

    diamosaur says:

    This was really amazing! You are so talented at makeup, singing, acting, creating, EVERYTHING! (:

    224 days ago

  • faeryn

    faeryn says:

    thank you so much for sharing! *crossing fingers* for those clips!

    224 days ago

  • SteamWolf

    SteamWolf says:

    That was super cute!

    224 days ago

  • bellerina214

    bellerina214 says:

    This is amazing!!! I love Traci's work :) Can't wait to give it a try :D

    224 days ago

  • MemaidBride

    MemaidBride says:

    I love it! I love the idea of using bubble sequins for scales and that mermaid wig is absolutely GORGEOUS! You make the cutest stuff, Traci. And FINALLY a make-up tutorial!

    224 days ago

  • JuicyJewelryStore

    JuicyJewelryStore says:

    I really like this look! Especially the scales - it is so creative!

    224 days ago

  • Celcia

    Celcia says:

    Love your hair accessories!

    224 days ago

  • Ashesart1

    Ashesart1 says:

    Love this!! Very Beautiful!!

    224 days ago

  • slomoko

    slomoko says:

    Incredible! I've always wanted to be a mermaid! And the sea foam wig is amazing!

    224 days ago

  • ladycathead

    ladycathead says:

    I may have to use this idea for a fantasy costume for my local medieval faire. So pretty. Sequins as scales=LOVE <3 <3 <3

    224 days ago

  • Lunatia

    Lunatia says:

    Beautiful as always, Traci! <3

    224 days ago

  • paperpyro

    paperpyro says:

    sweeet!

    224 days ago

  • AngelFishGrotto

    AngelFishGrotto says:

    Your too cute Traci!

    224 days ago

  • awsumtinkerbell

    awsumtinkerbell says:

    wonderful as always. i'm definitely copying your style for my mermaid halloween! hope i win :)

    224 days ago

  • GreenGirlWorld

    GreenGirlWorld says:

    Made a mermaid costume for my baby girl for Halloween. Would love to be one too, thank you for the beautiful giveaway!

    224 days ago

  • LadyMakoMermaidStyle

    LadyMakoMermaidStyle says:

    *<* ohhhhhh it sooo cool i allways had a make similñar to that in my head but didn't dare to do it...... some day.... *_* is so sad i can't participate to win those awesome starfish hair adornments ...because i live in argentina TwT buuuu WHY!!!?

    224 days ago

  • WillowBaySupply

    WillowBaySupply says:

    Great makeup how-to! I love the sequin idea, so creative!

    224 days ago

  • Blackenedruby

    Blackenedruby says:

    Ok now I want to be a mermaid for Halloween! I keep changing my mind.

    224 days ago

  • Missieb92

    Missieb92 says:

    I love how you used the sequins for scales! Great idea!

    224 days ago

  • JenMcLamb

    JenMcLamb says:

    Great tutorial! Halloween is my favorite holiday and I love costumes and makeup! Thanks for the inspiration!

    224 days ago

  • imeldaohio

    imeldaohio says:

    You look very beautiful and your tutorial seems easy to follow. Thanks for sharing!

    224 days ago

  • Siren810

    Siren810 says:

    Everything about this blog, posting, and all of the comments to follow make me happy! So many other mermaid-lovers out there -- I had no idea! I've wanted to be a mermaid since I was a little girl, and even though I'm almost 30 that dream hasn't died ... I will definitely be utilizing Traci's make-up ideas in the future! :)

    224 days ago

  • Payara

    Payara says:

    Thats amazing and has given me my outfit idea, will ahve to practise, all i need now is for you to come over here to eire and do it for me lol happy halloween

    224 days ago

  • LenaMaire

    LenaMaire says:

    This is so pretty, I love all the sparkles :) and the starfish hair clips give it just the right touch! Thanks for the tutorial!

    224 days ago

  • doremi7893

    doremi7893 says:

    As always Traci, you're awesome!

    224 days ago

  • eac90

    eac90 says:

    I LOVED your tutorial! I posted it on Facebook with the link offered by Etsy. Please post more tutorials! I would love to see other makeup sessions from you,

    224 days ago

  • BohoBearPaperStudio

    BohoBearPaperStudio says:

    So beautiful!

    224 days ago

  • kla226

    kla226 says:

    I have always loved mermaids. Now I want to be one for Halloween! Great tutorial.

    224 days ago

  • wcouture

    wcouture says:

    What a great idea! You featured makeup from my friends at Madison Street Beauty - their colorful eyeshadows - and it looks fantastic! I think I may be a mermaid this year! Happy Halloween!

    224 days ago

  • Lindseyawilts

    Lindseyawilts says:

    I see an upswing in the ratio of mermaids to witches this year :)

    224 days ago

  • sandyneg

    sandyneg says:

    Great tips for any costume wherein you can change the theme or idea. I will use to do my daughter's "Spider Witch" costume and put spiders instead of sequins, dark gems instead of light ones. Brilliant! A useful and practical tutorial, Staci!

    224 days ago

  • BunnyKissd

    BunnyKissd says:

    Great tutorial! Perhaps I'll do a mermaid this summer... Halloween is too cold around here for so few clothes... LOL!

    224 days ago

  • carolinesdaley

    carolinesdaley says:

    SO WELL DONE! a pleasure to watch! we had never even thought to use the sequins and spirit gum. HOW AUTHENTIC! this is the best mermaid make up i have ever seen!

    224 days ago

  • hwilliams1970

    hwilliams1970 says:

    You are beautiful!!! Your skills with makeup are truly amazing!!! Gorgeous! Would love some of your pretty starfish. Keep being original--you're awesome!

    224 days ago

  • Zipperhead53

    Zipperhead53 says:

    This is really beautiful!

    224 days ago

  • RisuKim

    RisuKim says:

    amazing amazing amazing! :D those star fish sound very tempting :3

    224 days ago

  • Skyie099

    Skyie099 says:

    Okay - so this entire tutorial and page makes me want to be a mermaid this year and every year for halloween - so beautiful

    224 days ago

  • z0mbiet0ast

    z0mbiet0ast says:

    So beautiful!

    224 days ago

  • claireandjanae

    claireandjanae says:

    Awesome tutorial!

    224 days ago

  • ShelleAnne

    ShelleAnne says:

    So fun and gorgeous.

    224 days ago

  • almalunita

    almalunita says:

    Love the colors you chose for the eye make-up! Very glamorous! :)

    224 days ago

  • twlyou

    twlyou says:

    you look magical! Will attempt this soon!

    224 days ago

  • BeachCoveJewelry

    BeachCoveJewelry says:

    All my favorite colors, really love the purple lipstick though I don't think I could pull it off :)

    224 days ago

  • meyow16

    meyow16 says:

    I really hope I win one of Traci's awesome starfish! I think they're lovely! This mermaid look and tutorial was fantastic! :D She's like a real life mermaid :)

    224 days ago

  • katvomitt

    katvomitt says:

    I love the "scales"!

    224 days ago

  • seamstressdawn

    seamstressdawn says:

    This is great, Traci!! The instructions were very clear and I like that you referenced where we can purchase some of these materials. --Carladawn

    223 days ago

  • kelisakc

    kelisakc says:

    I recently bought a fantastic mermaid costume from another fantastic ETSY vendor and she sent me your link so that I can complete my outfit with awesome makeup! Thanks for the step-by-step instructions! ~Kelisa

    223 days ago

  • BrittneyWest

    BrittneyWest says:

    Fun and cute! Thanks for sharing! "Let the beauty of what you love be what you do."--Rumi

    223 days ago

  • LadyGodiva35

    LadyGodiva35 says:

    The scales part is an awesome touch!

    223 days ago

  • ylime320

    ylime320 says:

    Amazing idea--love the scales.

    223 days ago

  • katrinaalana

    katrinaalana says:

    Great makeup! I used to watch a lot of mermaid movies growing up and this makes me nostalgic.

    223 days ago

  • AllieAppleSeed

    AllieAppleSeed says:

    This is my favorite entry ever!!! Gorgeous! :)

    223 days ago

  • pasinwedding

    pasinwedding says:

    This is awesome! Looks fantastic.

    223 days ago

  • KelseaEchoStudio

    KelseaEchoStudio says:

    Love it!! So glad Traci has been featured on the etsy blog - she's awesome and multitalented! I've been eyeing the starfish accessories in her shop for awhile now... =)

    223 days ago

  • littlehinLEE
  • TeriHooten

    TeriHooten says:

    Beautiful Mermaid- and she has flawless skin as well!

    223 days ago

  • HermanTheGerman2011

    HermanTheGerman2011 says:

    Well, not for me but my wife LOOOOOOOOOOOVES this one. Her favorite colors are purple and green anyway.

    223 days ago

  • HobbiesandEvents

    HobbiesandEvents says:

    These are soo pretty! I am seriously reconsidering my chosen costumes for Halloween now

    223 days ago

  • racheljonel

    racheljonel says:

    LOVE this!!

    223 days ago

  • raegirls3

    raegirls3 says:

    This is so awesome! I can't wait to try it!!! Now to find an actual costume I like!

    223 days ago

  • lelie

    lelie says:

    I love this! And damn professional memaid! That's my dream :)

    223 days ago

  • scharley3

    scharley3 says:

    <3 LOVE it!!!!

    223 days ago

  • empressbat

    empressbat says:

    That is such a good and easy to follow tutorial. Thankyou for creating it

    222 days ago

  • ladybutterflyyuko

    ladybutterflyyuko says:

    traci I love this! it has given me some ideas for what I want to do for halloween :) your tutorial was easy to follow and the way to do it seems simple enough! do not stop being the beautiful mermaid that you are! <3 Torie

    222 days ago

  • Jabr311

    Jabr311 says:

    sooooo beautiful!!! There Once was a Mermaid who sat on a rock And smiled as she looked out to sea At the ships and the sailors Who went sailing by, How I wish that mermaid was me!

    222 days ago

  • janistan

    janistan says:

    Amazing tutorial, and so well explained. You've inspired me for the season!

    222 days ago

  • FlorenceandRalph

    FlorenceandRalph says:

    Beautiful work my daughter loves this style and would love to incorporate this in my photography. Thank you for the tutorial

    222 days ago

  • InspiredbythePast

    InspiredbythePast says:

    Finally an artistic level worthy of Halloween. Thank you so much for some great inspiration.

    222 days ago

  • EchinopsandAster

    EchinopsandAster says:

    What a great tutorial! I would have never thought to use spirit gum and sequins together to make scales.

    222 days ago

  • BAGELS04

    BAGELS04 says:

    I am so inspired! I have been shopping on ETSY all morning for elements to put together a mermaid costume for Halloween! Stunning makeup and tutorial. Traci is the most beautiful mermaid! Love it!

    222 days ago

  • loveaboveall

    loveaboveall says:

    This is by far the best tutorial for mermaid make-up that's out there!

    222 days ago

  • momac40

    momac40 says:

    Amazing tutorial! You are very talented. I only hope I can come somewhere close to this for my Halloween costume!

    222 days ago

  • sugarplumvisions

    sugarplumvisions says:

    I can't believe I never thought of this before... now I want to be a mermaid for Halloween! Thanks for sharing this with us.

    222 days ago

  • FeathersandPloom

    FeathersandPloom says:

    Oh wow! :-)! This is fantastic! What an inspired idea! I know what I want to be for next year. If only I could get my hair to look like your hair Traci! Though I think I'd like mine to be pink!

    222 days ago

  • sabinat

    sabinat says:

    OK, where were you a few years ago when I tried this?? :-) It's amazing how creative you can get when you're playing with starfish and sequins and clam shells - your tutorial is really a great springboard for the complete look. Ohh, I LOVE those Lashes! Really appreciate you sharing your ideas.

    221 days ago

  • TwoChicklets

    TwoChicklets says:

    The starfish hair accessories are beautiful! I would love to win them! And what an awsome mermaid you make! I didn't realize it would be so detailed right down to the little scales. They look amazing, by the way! Love your top, too and I'm wondering how long it takes you to get ready for a mermaid job!!

    221 days ago

  • Pillowation

    Pillowation says:

    Fantastic tutorial! Very creative and looks easy to do.

    221 days ago

  • majokko

    majokko says:

    So gorgeous!

    221 days ago

  • MistressCheesecake
  • CocoLux

    CocoLux says:

    Thank you for showing us how to get this fantastic look -- great close-up shots helped me to get the eyeliner just right! Thanks so much!

    221 days ago

  • mommycelia

    mommycelia says:

    Wow! What a beautiful and simply done costume! I never would have thought of this.

    221 days ago

  • daisymae857

    daisymae857 says:

    thank you for you great tutorial on the mermaid make up application, I make art dolls, and struggle with the face and applying make up as I have never worn it myself... what fun it was to watch you transform yourself. I would love to see more in the near future! Kudoos to you!

    221 days ago

  • mangyak

    mangyak says:

    i hope i can create the same look.

    221 days ago

  • CutestlilThings

    CutestlilThings says:

    What a beautiful costume, I love how you did your makeup and the little scales just look awesome!

    221 days ago

  • championc

    championc says:

    super cool!I love how you did your scales and hair!I hope idea someday!

    221 days ago

  • Simag

    Simag says:

    What a beautiful costume! Love the scales!

    220 days ago

  • AnneJude

    AnneJude says:

    I love this look!! I am planning on dressing as a mermaid for Halloween, and this has great ideas. The scales are brilliant! I will need to save my pennies to stock up on some of this beautiful makeup before Oct. 31st.

    220 days ago

  • annafantasia

    annafantasia says:

    This was great! It's good to know I have some of these tricks down already, and now I have a few others to add to my arsenal. : ) Those paillettes give such a great effect! Gorgeous <3 <3

    219 days ago

  • onecrazyred

    onecrazyred says:

    the ending is to cute and I have to try the scales.

    219 days ago

  • Shannenna

    Shannenna says:

    Coolest idea ever, I'm definitely doing this for halloween!

    219 days ago

  • vintagetinytot

    vintagetinytot says:

    the beads are sooooooooooo original

    219 days ago

  • Callesto

    Callesto says:

    Love the lashes and green shadow with that wig!

    218 days ago

  • SweetSirena

    SweetSirena says:

    I love this look! Would love to win the sea sear trio too!!

    218 days ago

  • ByLightOfMoon

    ByLightOfMoon says:

    I adore mermaids also and your look FabUlOus! Great tutorial! Thanks for sharing! Smiles, Cyndi

    218 days ago

  • screamwithme

    screamwithme says:

    Oh my goodness, this is awesome. I'm so glad I saw this before later tonight, I want my chance too lol! I love everything Traci doesss. <3

    218 days ago

  • LittleFlutterBird

    LittleFlutterBird says:

    This is gorgeous. I even have red hair just because I love Ariel so much. Would love to win the sea star trio <3

    218 days ago

  • blp3

    blp3 says:

    MOMtrepreneur Tip of the Day: Halloween Mermaid Makeup Tutorial http://barbarasbeat.blogspot.com/2011/10/momtrepreneur-tip-of-day-halloween.html#more

    216 days ago

  • WalterSilva

    WalterSilva says:

    Cool, How To!

    215 days ago

  • chloebristow

    chloebristow says:

    Amazing, I love this look!

    212 days ago

  • knickknackattack

    knickknackattack says:

    Nice job! Well done!

    212 days ago

  • AlpacaFlats

    AlpacaFlats says:

    Clever, clever girl!

    211 days ago

  • ngaray23

    ngaray23 says:

    Wow this is cool! I saw a bunch of other easy-to-do halloween ideas on Florina the Makeup Artist YouTube channel. They're interesting and fun like this one http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kHoI7nF3O0s

    208 days ago

  • mayumi345

    mayumi345 says:

    first of all i would like to say i love Traci <3 shes so talented ! she so pretty ! and so everything ! ...... this video is such a great idea ! i would like to try this look someday myself ! this look has such wonderful colors ! i really love the Mermaid Scales and lashes they are the most prettiest thing that stands out to me other than your beautiful face of course :] but yes when i was that you have a Makeup Tutorial (video) for this i was like much see lol do you think you'll ever make a Ariel make up tutorial ? thanks for sharing this video with us Traci <3

    207 days ago

  • Mimbula

    Mimbula says:

    where is the eyeliner brush from? its a perfect size

    202 days ago

  • MomsKillerCakes

    MomsKillerCakes says:

    LOVE!! How creative!!

    202 days ago

  • JadeCakes

    JadeCakes says:

    This tutorial is just amazing! Beautiful wig, makeup, and instructions. Great job!

    195 days ago

  • margaretannlimited

    margaretannlimited says:

    Traci, Um, You are really neat, but, um, I build furniture. If there is anything I can do for you, besides say, sending you a 50 pound sack of $100 dollar bills , let me know!... You are obviously an artist, where I am but a simple furniture maker...

    186 days ago

  • margaretannlimited

    margaretannlimited says:

    I said "simple" I operate at a little higher level than simple, just so you know....

    186 days ago

  • vmsmusz

    vmsmusz says:

    ok. I love Traci. But I have to be the first to say that I am not too fond of this look. First off... I just think it's sad/weird/creepy that she is wearing DEAD STARFISH in her hair. I mean, WOW. SO SAD. Fake ones are JUST as cute. Another thing is, mermaids don't have 10lbs of makeup caked on. They are pure and natural looking, pale and seductive.

    138 days ago

  • vilejester13

    Cat Burke says:

    Awesome work lady!!! :3

    5 days ago