ZombieNYC

Super quick 101 post :)

I use a Ben nye monster wheel for zombies. Around the eyes, I paint in a purple/red/grey combo. I then use a brush to draw shapes in the same color highlighting bone features, etc. then I blend.

I always start dark and apply a
Few highlights - staying away from much clown white.

Once this is done - use a setting powder.

Then - I use a stipple sponge around the eyes with a color for some texture.

Theeeeeeen I use a stipple sponge and a thick blood gel around the mouth or wherever I want.

Tips : that fresh scab stuff works well in hair as well — it matts it down to create almost a wound.

Tips: for more blood I’ve been going with kryolan. Ben nye mint flavored is great but the kryolan looks more convincing and lasts longer.

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