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The Countess Makeup Tutorial | AHS Hotel

by Madeyewlook

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Difficulty
Intermediate
Length
2:36
Views
489,354
Published
Oct 2015

What this video covers

This tutorial by Madeyewlook recreates the iconic makeup look of The Countess from American Horror Story: Hotel, the character portrayed by Lady Gaga. The look blends high-fashion glamour with an eerie, otherworldly pallor using a curated selection of retail and specialty cosmetics. At just three minutes, it delivers a fast-paced but visually detailed breakdown of the finished character look. It pairs naturally with a wig and coordinating costume for a complete Halloween ensemble.

Key takeaways

  • Focuses on replicating The Countess's signature pale, sculpted, editorial aesthetic
  • Uses a mix of accessible and mid-range cosmetics from brands like Urban Decay, NYX, and Kat Von D
  • A bold lip (Kat Von D Hellbent) and strong highlight are key finishing elements
  • Short runtime makes it a quick reference rather than a deeply step-by-step tutorial
  • Best paired with a costume and wig for the full character effect

Who this is for

Halloween makeup enthusiasts and AHS fans who want a fast, glamorous character look without heavy prosthetics or special-effects materials.

Tools mentioned

  • MadeULook Makeup Brushes

Materials mentioned

  • Urban Decay Naked Foundation
  • Urban Decay Primer Potion
  • Urban Decay Eyeshadows
  • Smashbox Eyeshadow
  • NYX Cosmetics Eyeliner Pencil
  • Kat Von D Lipstick
  • Illamesqua Shadow
  • Becca Highlighter

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