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October 2023 Theme Will Have You Slaying All Spooky Season Long

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Published on Sep 29, 2023
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It’s Glam-o-Ween season, so grab your makeup brushes and enter our ultimate Halloween beautyverse if you dare…This year, we’ve brewed up something special for you: tons of makeup tutorials, expert tips, product picks, and hair-raising inspiration to help you conquer the holiday like a pro. Whether you’re going full glam or giving minimal effort, get ready to slay spooky season.

It's about glam time you treated yourself.

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Enter Your Twilight Zone

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The most bone-chilling glam starts with a killer nighttime skincare routine. But don’t scream—our Mega Drop Shop starting Oct. 10 has deals on magical serums, potions, and more to get your skin glowing like a supernatural (look out for our holiday advent calendar in the shop, too!).

Tap Into Your Dark Side

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Deep merlot lips. Smoky shadows. Dramatic cat eyes. This season’s vibe is edgy, spell-casting looks—and as your fairy gothmothers, we’ve got all the beauty you need to channel your dark side. Plus, beware the launch of The Edit: Benefit on Oct. 12—it’s terrifyingly good.

All Fun, No Fear

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The world is your circus, so we dare you to turn the fun up a notch. Whether it’s taking your glam to new heights or juggling something you’ve never done before, the key is to have no fear. Plus, get ready for the main attraction coming soon this holiday season—with a November Icon Box curated by a major makeup magician. 

In need of some beauty to achieve these scary-good looks and beyond? Take our Beauty Quiz now to get started with your own IPSY beauty subscription. Already an IPSY member? Refer your friends to earn points, which you can use toward products. Either way, don’t forget to check us out on Instagram and TikTok @IPSY.

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