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The Purge Makeup Tutorial

by Madeyewlook

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Difficulty
Intermediate
Length
6:17
Views
3,612,022
Published
May 2014

What this video covers

This tutorial by Madeyewlook recreates the iconic smiling mask look from The Purge film franchise using a blend of face paint and everyday cosmetics. The creator walks viewers through building the illusion of the mask's features directly on the face using contouring, eyeshadow, and theatrical paint. The result is a striking, wearable Halloween costume look that requires no physical mask. Referenced product details are listed in the description for easy sourcing.

Key takeaways

  • Achieves the Purge mask look entirely through makeup and face paint — no physical prop required
  • Combines mainstream cosmetics brands with Mehron theatrical paint for depth and contrast
  • Contouring and strategic shadow placement sell the flat mask illusion on a three-dimensional face
  • Product list is fully disclosed, making the look straightforward to recreate at home

Who this is for

Halloween costume enthusiasts and makeup fans who want a screen-accurate Purge mask look without buying a physical mask.

Tools mentioned

  • makeup brushes

Materials mentioned

  • Naked Foundation
  • Urban Decay Primer Potion
  • BH Cosmetics eyeshadow
  • BH Cosmetics lip liner
  • Mehron White Paradise Paint
  • Mehron Brown Paradise Paint
  • NYX Cosmetics Eyebrow Marker
  • MAC Cosmetics blush

⚠ Safety notes

Use cosmetics and face paints intended for skin application only; patch-test new products before full-face use.

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