Q&A for How to Apply Goth Makeup

It depends on your specific style, but I'd use a smoky or smudgy KAJAL eyeliner on the waterline, and smudge it with a Q-tip. Then, I'd go over that black liner with a deep colored black or dark brown eyeshadow, and apply mascara. Lastly, I'd darken the brow with a dark brow pencil and contour the cheekbones, for a more Marilyn Manson look.

Not if you cleanse it off well every day and take good care of your skin.

You don't have to have black hair to be goth or emo. Having blond hair can give a bit of a punk rock look that is somewhat similar to emo/goth.

Go for a messy goth look; just apply dark eyeshadow on both upper and lower lids with an eyeshadow brush.

If you already have pale skin, you won't need to bother with foundations and other things to achieve the classic goth look. That said, do not be deceived by the idea that being goth is only for white people, as that is racist and does not fit the definition of the goth subculture. Remember that goth is for everyone with the music taste and personality.

It depends on what brand of dye you use. Because your hair is blonde and going from blonde to black is such a drastic change, I would recommend going to a professional to get it dyed to ensure it won't turn out green or gray.

This is something you will have to discuss with your parent(s) or guardian. The methods described in this article may be a bit extreme for someone your age. Try asking your parents if you can start with some simple things like a small eyeshadow palette and lip gloss, then work your way up.

Of course. Wear whatever you feel comfortable with.

Being goth doesn't mean you have to wear pale foundation. If you don't like how it looks, you can skip that step. Plenty of people who wear goth makeup leave their skin as is.

Experiment! Liquid eyeliner is great, but the mistake is when people cake it on so that it diminishes their eyes.

Yes, absolutely. You don't need to have pale skin. Just skip the foundation.

Wear your makeup outside of school, or maybe tone it down a bit at school, if it's allowed.

No. Shaving your eyebrows off is not necessary. You can create a goth look without making your eyebrows from scratch. If you have very dark eyebrows, you could cover them with some foundation and then draw them in as you like.

Wearing stage, costume, or regular makeup is all fine to wear, as long as you remove it all properly at the end of the day. You can do this with any makeup wipes, or micellar water, both found in most pharmacies.

You have to be okay. Goth makeup does not have to be perfect. Feel free to smudge or mess up whatever you'd like.

Try a cream foundation in the lightest color and experiment with some cool lip colors.

It's really up to you and, more importantly, it depends on what your parents say.

Use your regular foundation and wear dark lipstick and eye shadow. Using a lighter foundation can make darker skin tones look too ashy.

Amazon has pretty good options for cheap makeup. You can find it in most drugstores too, like Walgreens, CVS, etc.

Possibly. You may begin to develop acne when you start puberty. Some teens don't get acne. It varies from person to person.

There's nothing to be afraid of. Most likely the worst case scenario is that they will say no. Start with something small. Ask if you could wear a little eyeliner or an emo accessory or two. If you can get them to say yes to this, you can gradually work your way up to other things.

Minimal makeup is usually just base, a very neutral/ light eyeshadow, and a natural lip color. This varies depending on the school, but this is the basic. You can contact your school for more specific information regarding their specific rules.

If your parents don't like you wearing makeup to school or object to black makeup specifically, and you would get in serious trouble, don't wear it. Always try to dialogue about these things, though. You may be able to change their minds.

I don't think that would be weird. Maybe try a couple of different brands/shades and see what looks best and most natural on you.

Yes, you can use eye shadow as lipstick but for a better effect, put lip balm on first.

Tell them that you like this style and you want to express yourself. You can also tell them that this won't change your personal life or school life!

If your school lets you wear eyeshadow, try wearing a dark shade of purple. But don't overdo it, you don't want to end up in the principal's office. if your school doesn't let you, then don't wear it, it is not necessary.

You don't have to make your skin pale, it's all your choice.

Use a light BB Cream. BB Creams are thin, breathable, and do the job of both foundation and concealer.

Age 10 is a bit young to become a goth. Are you sure you're ready for all the surprises and twists in the road ahead of the goth subculture?