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(Music by Adam Gubman)
We’re bringing back one of our favorite Halloween posts from last year, because mermaids never go out of style!
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:
- Mineral foundation
- Finishing powder
- Blush
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 used some colors from 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.
Special Effects:
- Spirit gum
- Large clear iridescent bubble paillette 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 paillette 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!
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.)
278 comments
Sign in to add your ownballerina20 says:
This is awesome! I love the idea of using the different sized sequins to create a scale effect! Thanks for posting :)
1 year ago
VidGirlsandDolls says:
This really looks like fun. Colors & glitters !
1 year ago
Crystalcat1989 says:
Love the scales , Great idea :)
1 year ago
ACupOfSparkle says:
:)) This is awesome!!!!!! Looks fantastic.
1 year ago
RossLab says:
Wow! You are so good! I love this tutorial... now I just need a Halloween party to show this off:)))
1 year ago
epise001 says:
What a great Halloween costume idea and a great make up tutorial! Thanks!
1 year ago
BRHDesigns says:
OMG this is fabulous! Such wonderful ideas, very creative!
1 year ago
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 : ]
1 year ago
Iammie says:
Love it!
1 year ago
kelleylo says:
omgosh how absolutely GORGEOUS! I believe that this is what I am going to do for halloween! THANK YOU for the tutorial!
1 year ago
ANWsHandcraftedGifts says:
So beautiful! I can't wait to try it out!
1 year ago
PoleStar says:
This is really fun, love the step by step, and the result is awesome! Very inspiring.
1 year ago
LoveandKnit says:
Amazing! : )
1 year ago
Earleyimages says:
Great ideas
1 year ago
shyght says:
Thanks so much for sharing! You are incredibly talented and creative! Would love to see more blogs from you!
1 year ago
jammerjewelry says:
Wonderful ideas, thanks
1 year ago
HopeChestHome says:
That makeup is ridiculously awesome!!! Makes me want to dress up this year instead of sit and watch scary movies all night!
1 year ago
zenmasterflash says:
So magical!
1 year ago
AukinasGoddess says:
Creative and inspiring!.. goes beyond halloween. ;) x
1 year ago
BeneficialMinerals says:
Thank you for featuring my products in your video!! You are gorgeous!
1 year ago
amykins0401 says:
I LOVE how you used sequins to produce the scale effect!!!!
1 year ago
sparrowgrey says:
Such an amazing idea for Halloween. I love costumes that feature some awesome make-up artistry. Well done!
1 year ago
simplelovingfamily says:
Love it!
1 year ago
mrssteptoe says:
Wow! You've inspired us all! Thanks so much for including my lashes in your related items - so thrilled!
1 year ago
myvintagecrush says:
Beautiful!
1 year ago
LittleLadyIrish says:
I love this!! I was considering dressing as a mackerel but this looks much more glamorous!! :p Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
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.
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
LesleyWilsonArt says:
Thank you, that tutorial was really cool!
1 year ago
peshka says:
So beautiful, fantastic!
1 year ago
TheUntamedHeart says:
Wow! This is amazing! Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
NatureLinds says:
UGH!!!!! In LOVE! thanks :) :)
1 year ago
heartbreakable says:
loooooove it!
1 year ago
bedouin says:
This looks so fun ~ love love the variety sized sequins ~ you look beautiful!!!
1 year ago
MuseMinerals says:
oh this totally gets in touch with my inner Pisces!!! :D
1 year ago
hondaranchergirl33 says:
So very pretty, the scales are amazing!!
1 year ago
MissMPhotography says:
This is fantastic! I am going to be a mermaid for Halloween this year. I am so glad you posted this!!!
1 year ago
AntoinettesWhims says:
Beautiful!!!
1 year ago
WhisperingOak says:
The result is stunning
1 year ago
GarrettandGrace says:
lovely...
1 year ago
TheGraveyardGirls says:
Fantastic! Who doesn't love mermaids? :)
1 year ago
JuicyBows says:
Really GORGEOUS ! <3
1 year ago
jdlemmons says:
wow this is fantastic! very creative :)
1 year ago
JennieAnne1 says:
Love this!! I may want to do it for everday : )
1 year ago
MootiDesigns says:
Very cool, beautiful make up ideas. Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
DreamOfPhilanthropy says:
This is awesome and totally inspiring. I think I may have to be a mermaid for Halloween now. :-D
1 year ago
kaydity says:
Absoultely beautiful!! You have inspired me to me a mermaid! LOVE IT!
1 year ago
SoireeChicShoppe says:
Thank you! Just what I needed, I'm dressing as a mermaid for Halloween :) Can't wait to try your tutorial!
1 year ago
gemagenta says:
Wow! AMAZING! I want to be a mermaid, everything looks great! (And I love your purplish hair!)
1 year ago
Sophia2007 says:
LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!
1 year ago
AutumnSkyAdornments says:
I love the use of sequins...so clever!
1 year ago
MoonlitWonders says:
My imagination is a "go"! I may have just found my Halloween costume finally! :) Great job!
1 year ago
AudWise1 says:
What a beautiful look! Thank you for the step by step :)
1 year ago
spookysadventurepals says:
I have the perfect scaly dress to go with this look. best mermaid look I've seen. eeeeeee so gorgeous :3
1 year ago
funkykristen says:
What a wonderful post and tutorial! Love the mermaid look! :)
1 year ago
BanglewoodSupplies says:
Beautiful. I am still trying to figure out what I will be...
1 year ago
LollyBooWho says:
Love this post!! The makeup looks amazing and I LOVE the idea of using those sequins as scales :))... the starfish are incredible!!
1 year ago
kandiarray says:
This is great!! Very inspirational. I especially love the idea of the scales and the lower lashes =)
1 year ago
tweetheartwallart says:
Too cute!
1 year ago
godsdumbblonde says:
Perfect mermaid look! Im seriously considering changing my halloween costume to a memaid now lol!
1 year ago
luvalexa says:
This is stunning! p.s. never thought I'd say that about a halloween makeup,,,
1 year ago
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~
1 year ago
LSBodyTreats says:
Great tutorial! I love the colors and the way everything you've used compliments each other!
1 year ago
myAvonlea says:
I LOVE mermaids. Beautiful. Thank you for the tips.
1 year ago
VuzjaProductions says:
This is awesome cuz i want to be a mermaid for Halloween :)
1 year ago
breakfromreality says:
Gorgeous!! Love it all! The wig is amazing <3
1 year ago
LaurieKate says:
Absolutely amazing!! She makes it look so easy and doable!!!
1 year ago
earthmama221 says:
Oh very cool! I think I'm going to have to try this out!
1 year ago
littleshopofphotos says:
So interesting!! Awesome!!
1 year ago
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. :)
1 year ago
MistressDanzig says:
The scales are such a cool idea! You look gorgeous! Really very inspiring makeup!! =D
1 year ago
maggpie says:
In my next life, I want to come back as a mermaid. Love this tutorial!
1 year ago
PrettyBirdAttire says:
Beautiful! I love adding the sequins, I would have never thought of that!
1 year ago
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!!*
1 year ago
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! :)
1 year ago
bagsbymelanie says:
This is so cool! I love the sequin scales!
1 year ago
pinkfuzzykitty says:
Awesome!
1 year ago
lindsaymakowski says:
*my favorite websites
1 year ago
dragonflybynight says:
Thanks, Traci, for sharing your fun tutorial with us! You are beautiful and talented!
1 year ago
lindseylu884 says:
You are crazy talented! I love it and do not think it could have turned out better!
1 year ago
CounterCoutureK8 says:
How fun! Passing along to my professional make up artist friend! Woul love to win ;)
1 year ago
elleestpetite says:
I love mermaids! This looks like a lot of fun to try out.
1 year ago
JKCreate says:
Oh my goodness... My childhood dream of growing up to be a mermaid may now be plausible! This is so fantastic!!
1 year ago
cascobaysoap says:
wow! beautiful! I soo want to do this!!! :) Shannon
1 year ago
TealRoses says:
I love this!
1 year ago
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...
1 year ago
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!!!
1 year ago
SmithAndDaphne says:
Love those starfish! The added green shadow along her temples was a interesting makeup technique, too.
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
sdmariejewelry says:
Wow, amazing!
1 year ago
hummingbirdie says:
beautiful! this gives me a few ideas for my alien costume make up this year. and love the little starfish.
1 year ago
coralbelles says:
Fantastic!
1 year ago
megrat7 says:
This was going to be my halloween costume. Darn!
1 year ago
oldworldapothecary says:
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1 year ago
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 :)
1 year ago
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!!
1 year ago
FeliciaMariah says:
Wow!! Wonderful tutorial!! I want to try this out!!!
1 year ago
LittleSketchyCards says:
So pretty! Makes me want to try this out for Halloween :)
1 year ago
phigirl says:
this was awesome! ok, who's having a party this halloween so i can dress up as a mermaid??
1 year ago
amcilrath says:
LOVE!!!! What a great idea!!! Definitely doing this!! I love Mermaids!
1 year ago
ashleydp2 says:
Definitely would like to see more blogs from you! You just inspired my costume for this year :) Amazing creativity!!! Very Talented!
1 year ago
z0mbiet0ast says:
Beautiful! I love Traci & makeup tutorials! I've always wanted to see a really good quality video like this from her. : )
1 year ago
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! :)
1 year ago
arielmermaid says:
This is amazing...I love it! :D Thank you so much for the tips...I LOVE the colors!
1 year ago
wezebo says:
You are very creative and imaginitive...love the step by step for people like myself who are not creative!...cool costume..
1 year ago
keellis says:
So pretty and easy!! I might need to adapt/change my pumpkin costume idea!
1 year ago
Nigheve says:
This is so beautiful and inspiring. Thanks so much!
1 year ago
CharmsByNash says:
I love Traci's costumes and accessories. This was an excellent video. Her makeup is gorgeous!!!
1 year ago
FairyTalesMermdScale says:
Love this! I may not even use this for Halloween, I'll just get creative one day at random XD
1 year ago
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 :)
1 year ago
gardenandsea says:
do I have any choice NOT to become a mermaid now?!
1 year ago
msatte1 says:
I love this! So inspirational. Definitely want to do this for Halloween!
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
erinkdixon says:
LOVE this!
1 year ago
Brooklynretro says:
WOW!! FANTASTIC!
1 year ago
mermaidbella says:
Not just for Halloween but for all year round. Gorgeous tutorial. :)
1 year ago
garrettjaime1982 says:
Seriously stunning and well done on the video. You make it look so easy!
1 year ago
purpleipod says:
Incredible colour combinations and great idea :))
1 year ago
VitaDiFantasia says:
This is absolutely stunning. I love doing makeup design. This will definitely help.
1 year ago
bellejarvintage says:
Wow Great Video by Becky Sapp!!
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
susannaholmes says:
This is amazing!
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
Sushibear says:
Absolutely gorgeous!!!!! Fantastic idea & great instructions!
1 year ago
SplashOfMagic says:
Might have to try this for my next mermaid shoot.
1 year ago
Mclovebuddy says:
this is so awesome and fun!
1 year ago
AyeCHIHUAHUA says:
LOVE THIS! Thank you!
1 year ago
CheringtonMetalcraft says:
Truly stunning! :)
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
katarchy says:
Gorgeous! Great tutorial and video. :)
1 year ago
risingstar294 says:
did u use a 5D to film this?? Its amazing quality and really shows off the makeup closeups beautifully!!
1 year ago
HeirloomRevelations says:
TRACI !!! Gorgeous look , flawless job. Love the lavender hair :-)))
1 year ago
AmyMichelleJewelry says:
How fun! Very clever and unique idea for halloween!
1 year ago
LittleWrenPottery says:
Wow looks amazing! I'm really bad at putting makeup on, I obviously need all the help I can get lol :)
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
TheScarfTree says:
Such a pretty mermaid! Well done, amazing work, so pretty! Mermaids are magical!
1 year ago
jeanius80 says:
just fun! I love the use of sequins!
1 year ago
ibukij says:
Beautiful as always!
1 year ago
Nevlonniel says:
Fantastic job! I love the attention to detail! =D
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
TheMoonside says:
Awesome, Traci! I'll definitely use this tutorial in the future!
1 year ago
Missieb92 says:
Beautiful makeup tutorial! Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
stylewhile says:
WOW I love the tutorial.
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
Hellokat85 says:
LOVE the look! And am in love with the clips as well!! Thanks for the amazing tutorial! :)
1 year ago
blondesocialite says:
LOVE this look! Especially the scales.
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
diamosaur says:
This was really amazing! You are so talented at makeup, singing, acting, creating, EVERYTHING! (:
1 year ago
faeryn says:
thank you so much for sharing! *crossing fingers* for those clips!
1 year ago
SteamWolf says:
That was super cute!
1 year ago
bellerina214 says:
This is amazing!!! I love Traci's work :) Can't wait to give it a try :D
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
JuicyJewelryStore says:
I really like this look! Especially the scales - it is so creative!
1 year ago
Celcia says:
Love your hair accessories!
1 year ago
Ashesart1 says:
Love this!! Very Beautiful!!
1 year ago
slomoko says:
Incredible! I've always wanted to be a mermaid! And the sea foam wig is amazing!
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
Lunatia says:
Beautiful as always, Traci! <3
1 year ago
paperpyro says:
sweeet!
1 year ago
AngelFishGrotto says:
Your too cute Traci!
1 year ago
awsumtinkerbell says:
wonderful as always. i'm definitely copying your style for my mermaid halloween! hope i win :)
1 year ago
GreenGirlWorld says:
Made a mermaid costume for my baby girl for Halloween. Would love to be one too, thank you for the beautiful giveaway!
1 year ago
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!!!?
1 year ago
WillowBaySupply says:
Great makeup how-to! I love the sequin idea, so creative!
1 year ago
Blackenedruby says:
Ok now I want to be a mermaid for Halloween! I keep changing my mind.
1 year ago
Missieb92 says:
I love how you used the sequins for scales! Great idea!
1 year ago
JenMcLamb says:
Great tutorial! Halloween is my favorite holiday and I love costumes and makeup! Thanks for the inspiration!
1 year ago
imeldaohio says:
You look very beautiful and your tutorial seems easy to follow. Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
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! :)
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
doremi7893 says:
As always Traci, you're awesome!
1 year ago
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,
1 year ago
BohoBearPaperStudio says:
So beautiful!
1 year ago
kla226 says:
I have always loved mermaids. Now I want to be one for Halloween! Great tutorial.
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
Lindseyawilts says:
I see an upswing in the ratio of mermaids to witches this year :)
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
BunnyKissd says:
Great tutorial! Perhaps I'll do a mermaid this summer... Halloween is too cold around here for so few clothes... LOL!
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
Zipperhead53 says:
This is really beautiful!
1 year ago
RisuKim says:
amazing amazing amazing! :D those star fish sound very tempting :3
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
z0mbiet0ast says:
So beautiful!
1 year ago
claireandjanae says:
Awesome tutorial!
1 year ago
ShelleAnne says:
So fun and gorgeous.
1 year ago
almalunita says:
Love the colors you chose for the eye make-up! Very glamorous! :)
1 year ago
twlyou says:
you look magical! Will attempt this soon!
1 year ago
BeachCoveJewelry says:
All my favorite colors, really love the purple lipstick though I don't think I could pull it off :)
1 year ago
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 :)
1 year ago
katvomitt says:
I love the "scales"!
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
BrittneyWest says:
Fun and cute! Thanks for sharing! "Let the beauty of what you love be what you do."--Rumi
1 year ago
LadyGodiva35 says:
The scales part is an awesome touch!
1 year ago
ylime320 says:
Amazing idea--love the scales.
1 year ago
katrinaalana says:
Great makeup! I used to watch a lot of mermaid movies growing up and this makes me nostalgic.
1 year ago
AllieAppleSeed says:
This is my favorite entry ever!!! Gorgeous! :)
1 year ago
pasinwedding says:
This is awesome! Looks fantastic.
1 year ago
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... =)
1 year ago
littlehinLEE says:
Nice~
1 year ago
TeriHooten says:
Beautiful Mermaid- and she has flawless skin as well!
1 year ago
HermanTheGerman2011 says:
Well, not for me but my wife LOOOOOOOOOOOVES this one. Her favorite colors are purple and green anyway.
1 year ago
HobbiesandEvents says:
These are soo pretty! I am seriously reconsidering my chosen costumes for Halloween now
1 year ago
racheljonel says:
LOVE this!!
1 year ago
raegirls3 says:
This is so awesome! I can't wait to try it!!! Now to find an actual costume I like!
1 year ago
lelie says:
I love this! And damn professional memaid! That's my dream :)
1 year ago
scharley3 says:
<3 LOVE it!!!!
1 year ago
empressbat says:
That is such a good and easy to follow tutorial. Thankyou for creating it
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
janistan says:
Amazing tutorial, and so well explained. You've inspired me for the season!
1 year ago
FlorenceandRalph says:
Beautiful work my daughter loves this style and would love to incorporate this in my photography. Thank you for the tutorial
1 year ago
InspiredbythePast says:
Finally an artistic level worthy of Halloween. Thank you so much for some great inspiration.
1 year ago
EchinopsandAster says:
What a great tutorial! I would have never thought to use spirit gum and sequins together to make scales.
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
loveaboveall says:
This is by far the best tutorial for mermaid make-up that's out there!
1 year ago
momac40 says:
Amazing tutorial! You are very talented. I only hope I can come somewhere close to this for my Halloween costume!
1 year ago
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.
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
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.
1 year ago
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!!
1 year ago
Pillowation says:
Fantastic tutorial! Very creative and looks easy to do.
1 year ago
majokko says:
So gorgeous!
1 year ago
MistressCheesecake says:
love it!
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
mommycelia says:
Wow! What a beautiful and simply done costume! I never would have thought of this.
1 year ago
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!
1 year ago
mangyak says:
i hope i can create the same look.
1 year ago
CutestlilThings says:
What a beautiful costume, I love how you did your makeup and the little scales just look awesome!
1 year ago
championc says:
super cool!I love how you did your scales and hair!I hope idea someday!
1 year ago
Simag says:
What a beautiful costume! Love the scales!
1 year ago
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.
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
onecrazyred says:
the ending is to cute and I have to try the scales.
1 year ago
Shannenna says:
Coolest idea ever, I'm definitely doing this for halloween!
1 year ago
vintagetinytot says:
the beads are sooooooooooo original
1 year ago
Callesto says:
Love the lashes and green shadow with that wig!
1 year ago
SweetSirena says:
I love this look! Would love to win the sea sear trio too!!
1 year ago
ByLightOfMoon says:
I adore mermaids also and your look FabUlOus! Great tutorial! Thanks for sharing! Smiles, Cyndi
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
blp3 says:
MOMtrepreneur Tip of the Day: Halloween Mermaid Makeup Tutorial http://barbarasbeat.blogspot.com/2011/10/momtrepreneur-tip-of-day-halloween.html#more
1 year ago
WalterSilva says:
Cool, How To!
1 year ago
chloebristow says:
Amazing, I love this look!
1 year ago
knickknackattack says:
Nice job! Well done!
1 year ago
AlpacaFlats says:
Clever, clever girl!
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
Mimbula says:
where is the eyeliner brush from? its a perfect size
1 year ago
MomsKillerCakes says:
LOVE!! How creative!!
1 year ago
JadeCakes says:
This tutorial is just amazing! Beautiful wig, makeup, and instructions. Great job!
1 year ago
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...
1 year ago
margaretannlimited says:
I said "simple" I operate at a little higher level than simple, just so you know....
1 year ago
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.
1 year ago
Cat Burke says:
Awesome work lady!!! :3
1 year ago
terryl banta says:
You are just. Gah. I want to beeee youuu.
318 days ago
Stargazer02 from LDesigns02 says:
so pretty!
266 days ago
Miss Melissa Dusenbery says:
FAB!
264 days ago
Megan from MegansMenagerie says:
I really really love this! Beautiful!!!
253 days ago
LivingVintage from LivingVintage says:
Cool!
253 days ago
Leeanna from LeeannasJewelryBox says:
How much fun was that video... Thank you so much.
253 days ago
ACupOfSparkle from ACupOfSparkle says:
I have seen this before on Youtube. Great tutorial. It would be fun for the Halloween.
253 days ago
VintageParisMarket from VintageParisMarket says:
That was great. What talent we have here on Etsy.
253 days ago
Theme Fragrance from themefragrance says:
At last I can channel my inner mermaid!
253 days ago
Adriana Ayala from ClayCat says:
Love it!!! I will be trying this for sure!!! :) :)
253 days ago
Vanessa Licea from InstantSparkCouture says:
You Inspire me Traci Hines, thats what im going to be for Halloween Thank you for sharing your ideas :)
253 days ago
leeannline says:
I so want to be a mermaid!!! what a creative, wonderful tutorial, thanks Traci!
253 days ago
MerCurios from MerCurios says:
Very cool! Definitely worth bringing back. xo, MJ
253 days ago
happybdaytome from happybdaytome says:
WOW! So beautiful !!
253 days ago
Rutlapat Adulsutik from StarKids says:
Wow
252 days ago
Nerrissa W from RecycledWares says:
This is A D O R A B L E !
252 days ago
realfaery from realfaery says:
I loved it! Thanks!
252 days ago
Alexis Norwich says:
So pretty! This has definitely inspired me
252 days ago
FreakyPeas from FreakyPeas says:
i love the scales
252 days ago
Alfredo Ramos from PolishMeFreddy says:
this is really pretty. <3
251 days ago