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David Bowie/Aladdin Sane Tribute Makeup Tutorial

by Madeyewlook

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Difficulty
Intermediate
Length
3:41
Views
403,787
Published
Jan 2016

What this video covers

This tutorial by Madeyewlook (Alexys Fleming) is a heartfelt tribute to the late David Bowie, recreating his iconic Aladdin Sane lightning-bolt look using a mix of professional and consumer cosmetics. The look blends a polished complexion base with bold graphic face painting in blue, white, and red-orange to capture Bowie's legendary stage persona. At just four minutes, the video is a fast-paced but instructive walkthrough suited to fans and makeup artists alike. It serves as both a Halloween costume reference and a celebratory homage to a beloved cultural icon.

Key takeaways

  • Recreates Bowie's signature Aladdin Sane lightning-bolt face design using Graftobian body paints alongside everyday cosmetics
  • A clean, airbrushed-looking base is established before bold graphic paint elements are added
  • The product list combines accessible drugstore-tier and professional-grade items, giving viewers flexible options
  • Runs approximately four minutes, making it a concise, easy-to-follow reference
  • Works equally well as a Halloween costume look or a year-round theatrical/cosplay makeup

Who this is for

Makeup enthusiasts and Halloween costume planners who want to recreate David Bowie's iconic Aladdin Sane face paint look, from intermediate hobbyists to working theatrical makeup artists.

Tools mentioned

  • makeup brushes

Materials mentioned

  • Dior Foundation
  • RCMA Translucent Powder
  • MAC Paint Pot in Painterly
  • Urban Decay Illuminated in Luminous
  • Becca Pressed Skin Perfector in Opal
  • Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Backlash
  • Urban Decay Eyeliner in Legend
  • Tarte Big Blush Book
  • Graftobian Pro Paint in White
  • Graftobian Pro Paint in Light Blue
  • Graftobian Pro Paint in Red/Orange
  • Smashbox Eyeshadow in Brown

⚠ Safety notes

Always verify that face and body paints are cosmetic-grade and skin-safe before applying to the face or body.

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