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October is coming to a close, which can only mean one thing – it's Halloween, the dedicated holiday for people to show off their creativity with their costumes. Traditionally, many people choose to embrace the spooky season in scary outfits like witches, vampires and ghosts, but for stars such as Winnie Harlow and Demi Lovato, it's an opportunity to think outside the box. With professional makeup artists, hairstylists and costume designers at their fingertips, nobody does Halloween quite like our favourite celebrities. I've covered celeb fashion for over six years, and even I'm surprised by the unique outfits in 2025! Join me as I explore my favourites… Halloween styling tips from experts While many Halloween looks aren't complete without the right hair and makeup, experts advise making sure you're being health and safety conscious. When it comes to your hair, consider using wigs to achieve different colours or styles instead of inflicting damage on your natural locks, hair stylist Danielle Louise suggests. "Every year, we see clients coming in with hair that feels like straw or with patches of colour that just won’t come out. Most of these sprays aren’t salon-grade; they’re loaded with alcohol and pigment that cling to porous or pre-lightened hair. It’s just not worth the risk for one night," said the colour expert on Fresha. Hair restoration surgeon Dr Cinik agreed, adding: "Those crazy glitzy hues you see for Halloween, such as jet-black bleached streaks, ghost-white bleach jobs, or intense neon sprays, they’re not just bold, they can be downright harmful," he said, warning it could result in "weeks of recovery." When it comes to eyes, it's also worth being careful with coloured contact lenses, which can be risky if they're poorly fitted or not from a licensed professional. Consultant oculoplastic surgeon Dr Elizabeth Hawkes warns that they can cause corneal abrasions or severe infections, while makeup can also irritate skin. "The eyelid skin is particularly delicate and thin, so any skin problems are likely to be felt more in this area," she said.
