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Evil Jester Makeup Tutorial

by Madeyewlook

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Difficulty
Intermediate
Length
6:32
Views
290,101
Published
Nov 2014

What this video covers

This tutorial recreates the iconic Evil Jester look inspired by the Ghastly Grinner from the beloved 90s Nickelodeon series Are You Afraid of the Dark? Creator Alexys Fleming of Madeyewlook walks through a theatrical face-paint transformation using a mix of professional-grade and mainstream cosmetics. The result is a bold, nostalgia-driven Halloween character that blends creepy clown aesthetics with 90s horror TV charm.

Key takeaways

  • Look is directly inspired by the Ghastly Grinner villain from Are You Afraid of the Dark?
  • Uses a combination of professional face paints (Mehron, Graftobian) and accessible cosmetics
  • Brushwork and color layering are central techniques for achieving the theatrical result
  • Strong appeal for fans of 90s horror nostalgia looking for a recognizable character costume

Who this is for

Halloween makeup enthusiasts and 90s Nickelodeon fans who want to recreate a recognizable horror-character look using face and body paint techniques.

Tools mentioned

  • face paint brushes

Materials mentioned

  • Mehron Paradise Paint (dijon)
  • Mehron Paradise Paint (blue)
  • Graftobian Pro Paint (black)
  • Urban Decay Eyeliner (Perversion)
  • BH Cosmetics 120 1st Edition palette
  • Naked 1 Palette

⚠ Safety notes

Use only cosmetic-grade face and body paints intended for skin application. Patch test recommended for sensitive skin.

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