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Halloween makeup and accessories for creating your scariest look yet

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With Halloween coming up fast, it's time to hone in on which costume you'll don to impress your friends on Oct. 31.

One way to transform yourself, with or without an elaborate costume, is with makeup and a few clever accessories. A quick face-painting job can pair great with an all-black outfit to look extra creepy while trick-or-treating, or you can go full-on and become a whole new creature with a little extra effort thanks to pre-made kits such as the "Corpse Bride" option from Spirit Halloween.

If you're still not sure of your costume but want to explore your creativity, pick up a top-tier kit like the 30-color palette from Mehron that has enough color combinations to let you try a dozen or more looks on for size before Halloween arrives.

Whatever look you choose to wear, we've got the best makeup products and helpful accessories to help you start your journey. Keep scrolling to see our top picks!

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Halloween makeup

Mehron, Paradise AQ Pro Face Paint 30 Color Palette Holiday Gift Set

Price: $99.95 · From Amazon

One of the most comprehensive face paint palettes you'll find is this 30-color Mehron AQ Pro Face Paint kit that provides endless options when it comes to creating your look. Three each of the white and black pots provide ample base shades on which to build, and the varying bright and earthy tones throughout allow for maximum creativity that -- when used and stored properly -- will last years. Also worth noting is Mehron is water-activated, glides on smoothly and opaquely, is resistant to smearing, and washes off easily with soap and water!

L.A. COLORS Wickedly Glam, Lip Gloss & Eyeshadow set, Longwearing, Purple, 2 Piece Set

Price: $3.98 · From Walmart

Try L.A. Colors' autumnal palette to give yourself a vampy look for Halloween night, or simply smoke up your everyday fall look.

Melt Cosmetics x Disney Tim Burton's Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween Town Eyeshadow Palette

Price: $30 · 50% Savings
From Sephora

Original: $60

While not confined to use for Halloween, the packaging and colors in this palette are perfect for crafting a creative look to go with your costume.

Kangaroo's Halloween Makeup Monster Liquid Latex

Price: $9.99 · 33% Savings
From Amazon

Original: $14.95

Great for expert or beginner special effects makeup artists, this generously sized and easy-to-use liquid latex will help you achieve all of your gnarly, zombie-fied looks this Halloween and beyond. Make sure to grab some tissue paper or cottons balls to help you craft false wounds!

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Mehron Makeup Clown White Professional Makeup (2.25 oz)

Price: $9.83 · 41% Savings
From Amazon

Original: $16.90

The shade Clown White goes much further than simply painting faces for clowns! You can use the white to blend into and pastelize other shades, create mime or ghost looks with it, or simply lay down the base for a masterful look to come. Nearly 12,500 ratings average out to 4.5 stars, making this a top-selling and best-loved Mehron product.

Ben Nye Neutral Set Setting Powder by Ben Nye

Price: $19.99 · From Amazon

Whether you're using grease, cream or standard makeup for your look, don't forget the setting powder to lock it all in place. 

Corpse Bride Makeup Kit

Price: $16.99 · From Spirit Halloween

Transform yourself into Emily with this convenient, all-in-one kit available from Spirit Halloween.

Flash Color Palette Multi-use Cream Color Palette

Price: $99 · From Sephora

If you want a truly artist-friendly, blendable, fully customizable palette for painting your face, try this pro-level option from Make Up For Ever. Of course, it's great for Halloween, but more advanced masters of makeup will appreciate that you can use the different shades to subtly alter foundations and other liquid products in your everyday arsenal to more perfectly match your own undertones. 

Spooktacular Creations 18 oz Fake Halloween Vampire Blood

Price: $14.99 · 16% Savings
From Amazon

Original: $17.99

It's never a bad idea to keep a bit of fake blood on hand if you're planning on doing an extra-scary vampire or "Carrie" look this season.

UCANBE Face & Body Paint, Water Activated

Price: $12.59 · 10% Savings
From Amazon

Original: $13.99

For another water-activated option that's smaller and at a lower price point, try this palette that comes with all the essentials plus a few fun metallics! 

JOYIN Halloween Makeup Set Ultimate Family Party Pack All-in-one Easy On & Easy Off set

Price: $17.99 · From Amazon

There's something deeply nostalgic and satisfying about the smell, feel and look of a classic Halloween makeup kit. Grab one of these popular sellers from Amazon to feel the rush of trick-or-treat night all over. 

Accessories & more to complete your look

Simply Spooky Collection - Mixed Press-On Nails

Price: $97.95 · 30% Savings
From Glamnetic

Original: $139.93

Prepare for any look you throw together this Halloween with this gorgeous collection of stunning press-ons that are easy to apply, strong enough to last up to two weeks and offer an array of Halloween-ready motifs from a chic vampire red to glam spiderwebs.

Bat Ears Costume Accessory Headband

Price: $6.99 · From HalloweenCostumes.com

A classic bat costume requires minimal effort thanks to some basic ears like these, a touch of goth-inspired makeup and an all-black outfit.

Maleficent Press On Nails - Disney Villains

Price: $7.99 · From Spirit Halloween

These Maleficent press-on nails are the last-minute touch you'll need to complete your Halloween look.

Adult Wednesday Addams Wig - The Addams Family

Price: $24.99 · From Spirit Halloween

Coming off the success of the hit Netflix show "Wednesday," the infamous Addams daughter is likely to be a popular costume choice once again this year. While you can play around with which outfit to wear, one thing's for sure: You need the hair to pull it off. Try this popular wig from Spirit Halloween. 

Kids Vampire Face Tattoo Decal

Price: $5.99 · From Spirit Halloween

Throw on an all-black outfit -- cape optional -- and slap on these cute decals to create a fantastic, super-last-minute bat costume. 

White Curls Wig

Price: $21.99 · From Spirit Halloween

A long, white wig can work for everything from an icy princess look to a creepy Victorian ghost. Grab one now to keep on hand and use your creativity to craft a shockingly good look this Halloween. 

NULOOQ Trendy Rimless Halloween Sunglasses

Price: $7.99 · 20% Savings
From Amazon

Original: $9.99

For a no-fuss way to get in the spirit for passing out candy, toss on this adorable pair of pumpkin glasses and watch the little ghouls and goblins prance about on Halloween night.