There’s no denying the importance of Pinterest when it comes to getting creative inspiration. With Halloween fast approaching, searches are soaring for ideas for everything from costumes to desserts to makeup ideas. The search engine is a virtual data gold mine, with info on the most popular costume and makeup ideas around the country–and the world. Exhibit A: This map that decodes the most popular Halloween costumes by state.
In the U.S., TV and movie characters lead the way in terms of cosplay. If you’re looking for Halloween makeup ideas to level up your entertainment-inspired look, scroll on for tutorials on how to nail some of 2019’s most in-demand faces.
It’s no surprise that searches for Lion King makeup are up 954%, according to Pinterest. The live-action reboot reignited everyone’s love for the classic Disney film over the summer–and not just for the good guys, either. Searches for Scar Lion King makeup, emulating the film’s villain, climbed 283%. Being the bad guy can be pretty fun–for a night, that is. This tutorial gives a whole new meaning to the term “cat-eye.”
Is there a more Halloween-appropriate show to glean inspo from than Stranger Things? Season three of the spooky, fun sci-fi series dropped over the summer, making it basically inevitable that costumes and makeup inspired by the show would top the 2019 Halloween hot lists. Proof: Pinterest searches for Stranger Things makeup are up a whopping 1569%–and string lights are the O.G. reference.
It’s been over 20 years since the cartoon series about three kindergarten-aged girls with superpowers made its TV debut. That said, Bubbles, Blossom, or Buttercup live on in the hearts of many a ’90s kid (and perhaps some newer fans, thanks to streaming platforms). On Pinterest alone, Powerpuff Girls makeup queries are up 317%, so if you’re feeling nostalgic, you’re most definitely not alone. Try this eye-popping look and get set to save the world!
There’s nothing like a good old-fashioned classic superhero costume and this year, Halloween makeup ideas inspired by Spidey are definitely on an uptick. Spider-Man: Far From Home debuted in theaters over the summer, which no doubt accounts for the 280% spike in searches for ‘spiderman makeup.’ No need to rock the entire suit, either–this brilliant half-mask gets your point across perfectly!
Another live-action reboot that premiered in the spring, Aladdin is still definitely top of mind, at least when it comes to Halloween costumes. Jasmine makeup queries have seen a 106% boost, meaning you may not be the only princess on the block this holiday.
Did you try any of these Halloween makeup ideas? Show us your handiwork on Instagram @Lulus using #lovelulus!
(Featured image via @rahmanbeauty)
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