There are two types of people on Halloween: those who have had their costume planned out since last Halloween, and those who throw something together just hours before the party. If the latter sounds familiar, there is an option that can be put together at the last minute and is sure to win contests — Halloween makeup. We put together a list of local spots and makeup artists offering intricately designed makeup looks this Halloween that are so realistic, they will put Heidi Klum to shame. Whether you want spooky, cute, sexy, or gory, these locals can do it all. Read on to find out where to get your prize-winning Halloween makeup done in Hudson County this Halloween.
Up + Out {341 Bloomfield Street + 1106 Washington Street, Hoboken}
Up + Out in Hoboken is well-known for their amazing blowouts, but is also a full-service salon offering makeup application starting at $100. Up + Out’s two locations will have makeup artists on staff as well as extended hours on Halloween. A sexy skeleton with a blowout? That sounds like a prize-winning look. Visit them at www.upandout.co to book an appointment.
Lorraine’s House of Styles {160 1st Street, Hoboken}
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Lorraine’s House of Styles is offering two levels of Halloween makeup application. Their Halloween beauty look, which includes an enhanced makeup application to compliment clients’ costumes, starts at $125 for a 90-minute session. If clients are looking for a more theatrical look with the use of professional face paint or prosthetics, Lorraine’s offers 120-minute sessions starting at $200. Customers can book online at lorraineshouseofstyles.com.
See More: Where to Find Halloween Costumes in Hoboken + Jersey City
Megan, of Queen Artistry {On Site + Based in Jersey City}
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Located in Jersey City, Megan is a makeup artist, hairstylist, and founder of Queen Artistry. Queen Artistry is her hair and makeup company specializing in bridal and editorial beauty. That’s right, Megan is capable of doing gorgeous natural wedding looks, as well as the occasional Frankensteins, demons, and mermaids. A one hour service of makeup application starts at $85, and makeup with special effects starts at $150. Follow her on Instagram @queenmegann_ or @queenartistryy for her 30 days of Halloween looks. More information can be found on her website at www.queenartistry.com.
Artist Makeup Academy {720 Monroe Street, Hoboken}
^ Team HG member Lexi with her makeup done by one of the makeup artists at Artist Makeup Academy!
Artist Makeup Academy is a beauty school offering pro makeup training with locations in both Hoboken and Miami. Their graduates are highly trained and crazy talented. Check out their graduates’ impressive Halloween looks on AMA’s Instagram @artistmkupacademy. Prices range anywhere from $100-$250, depending on if prosthetics and special effects are needed.
Read More: Halloween 2019 Events in Hoboken, Jersey City, + Beyond
Dina’s Kiss + Makeup {1259 Paterson Plank Road, Secaucus}
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Located in Secaucus, Dina’s Kiss + Makeup was voted as one of the top 35 salons in New Jersey, and with good reason. Dina is also the stylist for the Elvis Duran and the Morning Show team on Z100! Book online at www.dinaskissandmakeup.com for an appointment. Makeup application starts at $50 and increases if you book with a senior artist.
Love Lane Salon {190 Christopher Columbus Drive, Jersey City}
Not only is Love Lane known for sleek cuts and beach waves, but they also specialize in makeup application for bridal, events, and of course, Halloween. Many of their makeup artists are trained in special effects, so they can handle even the most intricate of looks. Makeup application starts at $150, with possible added costs for more complicated looks. More information can be found on their website www.lovelanesalon.com.
Sephora {319 Washington Street, Hoboken}
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Sephora in Hoboken will be offering 60-minute Halloween makeup sessions with a $50 purchase, and spots can be reserved online. Customers just need to present a picture of their Halloween makeup inspiration and one of Sephora’s experienced artists will get to work.
Tre Chique {1200 Grand Street, Hoboken}
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Tre Chique is a luxury hair, makeup, and tanning salon based in Hoboken, but also offers in-home services. Makeup application starts at $55 and costs may be added for more complicated looks.
Have you been to one of these or another salon for Halloween Makeup? Tell us about it in the comments!
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