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Painting Makeup Tutorial

by Madeyewlook

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Difficulty
Intermediate
Length
5:08
Views
961,253
Published
Sep 2014

What this video covers

Madeyewlook creator Alexys Fleming demonstrates how to transform the face and body to mimic the look of a textured oil painting, inspired by artist Alexa Meade. The tutorial uses a combination of professional-grade face paints and cosmetics to build up realistic brushstroke illusions directly on skin. At just five minutes, it delivers a striking avant-garde Halloween look with a relatively accessible product list.

Key takeaways

  • Uses a curated mix of Mehron and Graftobian face paints to replicate oil-painting textures on skin
  • Inspired by the real-life painted-people artwork of Alexa Meade
  • Achieves a dramatic trompe l'oeil effect suitable for Halloween or costume events
  • A short runtime makes it easy to follow along and reference while creating the look

Who this is for

Makeup enthusiasts and Halloween costume creators who want an artistic, fine-art-inspired face and body paint look that stands out from traditional Halloween makeup.

Tools mentioned

  • bright blue brushes (madeulookbylex brand)

Materials mentioned

  • Mehron Paradise Paint (light brown, brown, dijon)
  • Graftobian Pro Paint (white, black)
  • Urban Decay Eyeliner in Whiskey
  • Mac Chromacake (lime, optional)
  • Mehron Blush Palette

⚠ Safety notes

All products mentioned are cosmetic-grade face and body paints intended for skin application. Always patch-test new products before full application.

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