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EASY GAME OF THRONES MAKEUP NO PROSTHETICS | Grayscale

by Madeyewlook

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Difficulty
Intermediate
Length
6:53
Views
254,927
Published
Jul 2017

What this video covers

This tutorial demonstrates how to recreate the stone-like greyscale skin condition from Game of Thrones using paint and skin-safe silicone rather than traditional prosthetics, making the look more accessible to everyday Halloween enthusiasts. The artist builds up convincing rocky texture directly on the skin and unifies it with a desaturated, color-graded makeup finish. A conventional beauty makeup is applied to the unaffected areas to contrast the diseased effect. The result is a screen-accurate character look achievable without a full prosthetics kit.

Key takeaways

  • Skin-safe silicone replaces costly prosthetics to create believable cracked, stony skin texture
  • Alcohol-activated Skin Illustrator palettes are used to paint and blend the greyscale tones seamlessly
  • Conventional cosmetic products finish the look on unaffected facial areas, grounding it in reality
  • The technique is approachable for intermediate makeup enthusiasts without professional SFX training
  • Inspired specifically by the Shireen Baratheon greyscale look from Game of Thrones

Who this is for

Halloween makeup fans and cosplayers with some SFX experience who want a convincing Game of Thrones greyscale costume look without investing in full prosthetics.

Tools mentioned

  • popsicle sticks
  • detail brush

Materials mentioned

  • skin-safe silicone (3rd Degree)
  • 99% alcohol
  • Skin Illustrator palettes
  • Urban Decay Foundation
  • Urban Decay Eyebrow Pencil
  • Make Up For Ever Eyeliner
  • Smashbox Mascara
  • Too Faced Sweet Peach Blush

⚠ Safety notes

Only skin-safe silicone products designed for cosmetic use should be applied to skin. Use 99% isopropyl alcohol only as directed for palette activation, not as a skin cleanser. Follow manufacturer removal guidelines for all products.

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