HOW TO MAKE FAKE BLOOD for DIY Halloween Props & SFX Makeup | Monster Lab
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What this video covers
Distortions Unlimited's Ed Edmunds walks through multiple fake blood formulas in this Monster Lab episode — one using kitchen staples like Karo syrup and red food coloring for SFX makeup (referencing the classic Dick Smith approach), and a separate prop-only formula built around Liquitex gel medium. Ed then demonstrates how the prop blood is applied and painted onto finished Halloween pieces. The episode reinforces a key creative philosophy: blood adds narrative and character to any monster or prop.
Key takeaways
- ◆Two distinct formulas are covered — one food-safe for SFX makeup use, one prop-only using Liquitex gel medium
- ◆The food-safe version draws on kitchen ingredients and classic Dick Smith techniques
- ◆Blood application and painting on finished props is demonstrated, not just the mixing
- ◆Safety is emphasized: the Liquitex formula must never be used in or near the mouth
- ◆Creator's guiding principle: blood tells a story and elevates any Halloween prop or monster
Who this is for
Halloween prop makers, home haunters, and SFX enthusiasts looking to create realistic, cost-effective fake blood for both props and makeup applications.
Tools mentioned
- • airbrush
- • spray gun
Materials mentioned
- • Karo syrup
- • red food coloring
- • Liquitex Professional Gloss Gel Medium
- • food coloring
⚠ Safety notes
Use only food-grade ingredients for any blood formula intended for mouth use. The Liquitex gel-based prop formula is strictly for props only and must never be ingested. Do not ingest any fake blood product.
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