Halloween Universe

Nut Cracker Makeup/Body Paint Tutorial

by Madeyewlook

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Difficulty
Advanced
Length
4:13
Views
33,557
Published
Dec 2012

What this video covers

Madeyewlook's Lex delivers a throwback tutorial transforming herself into a classic Nutcracker using body paint and theatrical makeup. The look relies on bold color blocking with MAC Chromacakes and Wolfe FX gold body paint to mimic the iconic wooden toy soldier aesthetic. Though the video runs under five minutes, the finished result is a striking full costume illusion suited for Halloween or holiday events.

Key takeaways

  • MAC Chromacakes in red, black, white, and blue form the foundation of the color-blocked nutcracker design
  • Wolfe FX gold body paint adds metallic accents to heighten the toy soldier illusion
  • Urban Decay Primer Potion is used to improve paint adhesion and longevity
  • The technique effectively replaces a physical costume with painted-on clothing and details
  • Proper body paint removal is emphasized as an important aftercare step

Who this is for

Makeup artists and Halloween enthusiasts looking to create a show-stopping, costume-replacing body paint look for holiday or haunted events.

Tools mentioned

  • BH Cosmetics 120 Color Palette 1st Edition
  • Urban Decay Primer Potion
  • Too Faced Day Time Eye Palette

Materials mentioned

  • MAC Chromacakes (red, black, white, blue)
  • Wolfe FX gold body paint

⚠ Safety notes

Use professional-grade body paints intended for skin application. Proper removal techniques are recommended; creator links to a dedicated makeup and body paint removal guide.

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