Elevate Your Halloween Look With Tips From A Makeup Artist

On this spooky Halloween edition of the Coca-Cola Porch, makeup artist Amber Washington showcases her skills with special effects (SFX) makeup.

Known for her artistic flair, Washington featured two models: Rachael Crites as Little Red Riding Hood and Dani Washington as a zombie cheerleader.

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Washington has been honing her makeup techniques for a decade, starting her professional journey with Elizabeth Arden in 2013. She enjoys makeup as a form of self-expression and loves the versatility it offers.

Her passion for horror films fuels her enthusiasm for SFX makeup, where she embraces the gruesome and theatrical.

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Washington demonstrated various SFX techniques on the Porch, including creating realistic cuts and enhancing zombie makeup.

To create a realistic blood effect, Washington recommends a simple recipe: mix 2 tablespoons of corn syrup with 5 to 6 drops of red food dye and 1 to 2 drops of blue food dye. For a clotted look, stir in ground coffee.

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Washington emphasizes that makeup doesn’t have to be perfect. Embracing imperfections can add realism to Halloween looks.

For more tips and inspiration, follow her on Instagram at makeup_by_amberw.