The Silence (Doctor Who) Makeup Tutorial
by Madeyewlook
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What this video covers
This beginner-friendly tutorial walks viewers through recreating the eerie, grey-skinned look of The Silence from Doctor Who using body paint, layered grey eyeshadows, and liner work. The creator uses a curated set of professional-grade cosmetics including Mehron, Skin Illustrator, and MAC Chromacake to achieve the creature's distinctive sunken, alien features. Optional black sclera lenses push the look into full character territory but come with a strong safety advisory. Despite the striking final result, the technique is described as surprisingly approachable for Halloween use.
Key takeaways
- ◆Layered grey eyeshadows and black body paint are the core of the look — no advanced skills required
- ◆Mehron Barrier Spray is used to seal and protect the finished makeup
- ◆Skin Illustrator palette adds subtle vein and skin-tone corrections for realism
- ◆Black sclera lenses dramatically complete the look but are expensive ($200–$300) and require an eye doctor visit
- ◆The overall technique is accessible enough for a first-time Halloween costume makeup attempt
Who this is for
Doctor Who fans and Halloween costume enthusiasts who want a show-accurate Silence makeup look without needing advanced face-painting skills.
Materials mentioned
- • MAC Chromacake (Tan)
- • Mehron Paradise Paint (Black)
- • light grey eyeshadow
- • medium grey eyeshadow
- • dark grey eyeshadow
- • black eyeshadow
- • NYX Pencil Eyeliner (Black)
- • Skin Illustrator Palette (Vein and Coral Adjuster)
- • Mehron Barrier Spray
- • black sclera lenses
⚠ Safety notes
Sclera lenses require a valid prescription and eye doctor consultation. The creator strongly warns against purchasing cheap lenses, noting quality pairs cost $200–$300.
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