How to Face Paint a Skeleton
If you're looking for a spooky look that isn't too scary, this skeleton face painting project is just for you! Quick and easy to do, you'll be able to transform your little monster into a skeleton with just a few Snazaroo face painting supplies.
They'll still be recognised by their friends as you only need to paint half their face! Finish the look by styling with a bow or floral headdress to mark the Halloween occasion.
Project and instructions by Sam Green.
You will need
How to make
Start off by applying the Snazaroo white faceprint all over the face. Apply with a sponge and avoid the eye area.
Top tip: Use a damp sponge and not a wet sponge. Protect the eye with a flat cotton wool pad.
Create some shaded areas using grey.
Top tip: mix the black and white on the back of your hand before applying.
Use a piece of kitchen roll folded in half as a guide to create your 'half' skeleton face. Dab using your sponge to create a nice and straight line.
Draw an oval outline around the eye. Use a flat cotton wool pad to protect the eye and guide you on the shape.
Start to shade in the area above the eye to create a 'hollow' look.
Then, Paint the lips in black or a dark colour.
Draw an oval shape around the eye.
Top tip: If you need a template, then use a flat cotton wool pad to protect the eye and draw around the shape.
To really get the skeleton look, draw a few strategically placed cracked lines with a little bit of shadow.
Complete by shading around the eye area a little more to get that 'haunted' look.
Now you have a spooky, yet dashing, skeleton ready for trick-or-treating!