This Creepy Halloween Makeup Trend Will Make You Feel a Little Lightheaded

We're confident there will be plenty of mermaids and Harley Quinns at our Halloween parties this year, but we're losing our heads over "floating head makeup," which is gruesome, sexy, and original at the same time. While the look might require some intricate makeup skills, it's absolutely worth it.

The headless makeup trend is a spooky optical illusion taking over our Instagram feeds. It's done by painting and shading different parts of your neck and adding bloody makeup to up the freak factor. Standing in front of an all-black or white background will complete the illusion and leave you with a creepily gorgeous costume. Keep reading to see the headless Halloween makeup trick and learn how to do it for yourself!