25 Cat Makeup Ideas for a Purr-fect Halloween Costume
These cat Halloween makeup tutorials are great for kids and adults.
Halloween is just around the corner, and if fall's favorite holiday has snuck up on you, you may be on the hunt for the quickest and easiest last-minute Halloween costumes to throw together. If that's the case, a super simple costume with a touch of creative Halloween face paint action might just be your best bet. In fact, one of the absolute easiest Halloween getups to pull off in a snap is a DIY kid's cat costume paired with some purr-fectly adorable cat makeup ideas.
To get this look started, you only need a few things, most of which you likely already have in drawers and closets. For the base of a cat costume, all you need is black pants or leggings and a black shirt. Add a pair of kitty ears, and pin on a tail.
But what will really make your cat costume purr is the cat makeup. Explore some simple cat makeup ideas like the ones below that will put you well on your way to becoming one cool kitty! And we get that face painting can feel intimidating, but don’t be a scaredy cat. Whether you’re aiming for a cartoonish kitty face for kids or going all out with a sultry Catwoman look for grownups, you’ll find at least one cat makeup video tutorial on our list that’s right for you.
Cats Broadway Musical Cat Makeup
If you're a fan of the Broadway musical, Cats, you'll love watching this video on how to replicate the realistic cat makeup that's been capturing audiences for years.
Realistic Cat Makeup
This oh-so-realistic cat face paint look works for boys and girls alike. Everyone at the party and out trick-or-treating will no doubt look twice!
Cute Cat Makeup
Simple, but with just enough detail, this tutorial is the sweet spot between something too subtle and too complicated. That heart nose is just adorable!
Lion King Simba Cat Makeup
Calling all Disney fans! Copy this step-by-step tutorial to achieve Simba's sweet face.
Cat Eye Makeup
If you're not looking to go all out, stick to the basics with this tried-and-true cat eye tutorial video. It'll teach you everything you need to know to get your eyes into the Halloween spirit.
Rainbow Kitty Cat Makeup
Who says you have to be a black cat for Halloween? Kiddos will get a kick out of this colorful kitten face paint idea. The video promises fast and easy face painting in less than 4 minutes—wow!
Original Catwoman Makeup
Stand out from the pack by taking a cue from the original Catwoman. This throwback tutorial is classic and timeless, and best of all, it's pretty easy too.
Super Fast Kitty Makeup
This step-by-step video shows just how simple it is to paint an adorable kitty face for kids. Pro tip: The key seems to be a good brush.
Green Eyes Cat Makeup
This tutorial breaks down some of the harder aspects of more advanced looks (the white shadow around the mouth, for instance, and the winged lipstick) while still keeping things fairly easy to follow. Listen closely for the info on the colored contacts.
Hello Kitty Cat Makeup
Hello Kitty lovers will love the real-deal look of this sweeter take on Halloween cat makeup.
Spotted Cat Makeup
Channel a frisky feline with this fun and easy how-to featuring spotted details. It's easier than it looks!
Simple Black Cat Makeup
This simple tutorial takes you through the makeup routine for a classic black cat Halloween costume that's easy-peasy and no-frills.
Easy Cat Makeup for Kids
For the traditional Halloween cat, it's best to keep it simple (especially if you're working with little ones who won't sit still). Black eyeliner and black and white eye shadow are really all you need. Yes, paw-lease!
Pretty Pink Cat Makeup
Dramatic black lines paired with a pink nose and lips make for quite a bold statement.
Leopard or Cheetah Cat Makeup
When it comes to larger cats like leopards or cheetahs, the basics are the same—cat eyes, black nose and lips, whiskers, etc.—but you'll also want to add some spots for the full effect.
Last-Minute Cat Makeup
Need a feline-inspired look fast? This easy cat face makeup is purr-fect, whether you're attending a Halloween party or to escort the kids from house to house.
Cheshire Cat Makeup
If your kid's cat costume inspiration comes from the pages of Alice in Wonderland, you'll still draw whiskers and cat eyes—but most importantly—that wide, slightly creepy smile.
Lion Cat Makeup
Create this cat face using paint, brushes, and sponges, as shown in this step-by-step lion face tutorial.
Glam Lion Halloween Makeup
Thanks to a glittery finish, you're sure to stun in this golden cat face makeup. Throw your hair into top knots for a clever cat ear alternative.
Easy Kitty Cat Makeup
Throw on a black dress and swipe on some black eyeliner for a claw-some cat face this Halloween.
Halloween’s Over… Giant Yard Skeletons Are Staying
13 of the Most Haunted Places in America, Ranked
It's Not Too Late to Bake Drippy Candle Cakes
This Is the Best Time to Go Trick-or-Treating
