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Creating a Halloween costume based on Pennywise from IT has become wildly popular, especially given his sinister look and the terrifying energy he brings. Here’s a step-by-step guide to create an eerie Pennywise Halloween makeup look that will have everyone’s attention (and maybe even a few screams) at your next Halloween event.
1. Gather Your Tools and Products
For a detailed and realistic Pennywise look, you’ll need specific makeup products and tools. Here’s a list of essentials:
- White Face Paint: To create Pennywise’s ghostly pale complexion.
- Red Face Paint or Lipstick: For the iconic red lines, nose, and lips.
- Black Eyeliner or Eyeshadow: To create depth and shading.
- Orange Eyeshadow: Adds warmth and a disturbing effect around the eyes.
- Setting Powder: To help your makeup last all night.
- Fine Makeup Brushes: Especially thin brushes for line work.
- Sponge: For an even application of the white base.
- False Lashes (Optional): For an exaggerated, creepy eye look.
- Red or Orange Contact Lenses (Optional): To fully transform into Pennywise.
2. Prepare Your Face
To get started, it’s crucial to have a clean base:
- Wash and moisturize your face. The makeup will adhere better and look smoother.
- Apply a primer for longevity, especially if you’ll be wearing the look for several hours.
3. Apply the White Base
The white face paint will give you the ghostly, chilling effect Pennywise is known for.
- Dampen your sponge, then dip it into the white face paint.
- Apply the paint evenly all over your face, including your neck if desired, for a uniform look.
- Build up coverage to ensure no skin peeks through for an intense white finish.
- Set the paint with translucent powder to lock it in place.
4. Create the Eyes
Pennywise’s eye makeup adds to his terrifying look with a dark and haunted effect.
- Use a black eyeliner or eyeshadow to darken your eyelids and under your eyes, blending it outward for a smoky effect.
- Add orange eyeshadow around the eyes, blending it into the black for a gradient effect. This brings in Pennywise’s eerie warmth.
- For extra depth, add black eyeliner along the waterline of your eyes.
- Optionally, apply false lashes to give your eyes an exaggerated, unsettling look, or use red or orange contacts for a full transformation.
5. Draw Pennywise’s Red Lines and Lips
The red lines and exaggerated lips are Pennywise’s defining features. Here’s how to get them right:
- Start with a thin brush and red face paint (or a long-lasting red lipstick).
- Outline your lips with the red paint, exaggerating the shape by creating a wide smile effect that goes up toward the cheekbones.
- To make the iconic lines:
- Draw a line from each corner of your mouth up over your cheekbones, ending above your brow line.
- Keep the line thin and even, then thicken it as you reach the cheek area for a more dramatic look.
- To make the lines look authentic, fade the edges slightly using a thin brush or finger to give a soft effect.
6. Define the Nose
- Use the red face paint to create a small, circular nose, like a clown nose, but keep it creepy with a smaller, less cartoonish look.
- Blend around the edges slightly to give a realistic look without too much harshness.
7. Add Final Details and Shading
For a more realistic Pennywise look, adding shading around the eyes, mouth, and along the lines can add depth:
- Use a small brush and black eyeshadow to add shadow around the edges of the red lines and under your eyes for a sunken-in look.
- Blend the shadows slightly into the white base to make everything look more cohesive.
- If you have a steady hand, add small cracks or fine lines around your mouth or eyes for a worn, unsettling look.
8. Set and Finish the Look
- Apply a translucent setting powder over the whole face to lock everything in.
- For extra hold, a setting spray will keep your makeup from smudging throughout the night.
Bonus Tips for Extra Spook
- Add Blood Effects: Dab a small amount of fake blood around the edges of your lips and let it drip for a more disturbing effect.
- Wig and Costume: Pennywise’s classic orange wig completes the look. Pair it with a vintage clown outfit or ruffled collar to add authenticity.
- Posture and Movement: Part of embodying Pennywise is the movements. Try incorporating his slight sway, smirk, and unnerving stare.
Conclusion
Creating Pennywise Halloween makeup is all about embracing the creepy details that make him so memorable. With the right tools, patience, and a bit of creativity, you can transform into one of the most iconic horror characters. So go ahead, add those finishing touches, and prepare to terrify anyone who crosses your path this Halloween!
