Halloween makeup is not only expensive, but it can be a problem for people with allergies as well. While you can get creative with regular makeup that's hypoallergenic, there are more creative ways to make Halloween makeup. Believe it or not, you can save money on Halloween makeup by turning to your kitchen and be health conscious at the same time.

First of all, instead of using harsh dyes on your hair, why not use Kool-Aid? Kool-Aid comes in a large variety of colors, but you must use caution. Kool-Aid powder can be mixed with conditioner and applied to the hair, left to set for 10-15 minutes, and rinsed out. It's best to do this right before heading out and then wash the Kool-Aid out as soon as you get home. Otherwise, you could end up with blue hair for a couple weeks to a couple months.

What if you want to add a bit of texture to your face, such as icky scabs? You can create this look by using a paste made with oatmeal, corn syrup, and food coloring. If you want a variation of color, it's best to mix oatmeal and enough corn syrup to create the desired texture and then apply it to the area. Then use a paint brush and food coloring to add a variation of shades. For example, there might a bright pink around the scab because it's infected. The center of the scab would be dark red which would resemble dried blood. If you wanted to get really gross, you could mix corn syrup with green food coloring to create a nasty looking infection on the scab.

Of course, one of the most important pieces of Halloween makeup is fake blood. Because this type of Halloween makeup is often used so close to the mouth, it's important to use non-toxic ingredients. Here's a recipe to get you started that is perfect for little kids who want to celebrate Halloween.

Fake Halloween Blood

1 cup of light corn syrup
¼ cup flour
Red food coloring

1. Mix the light corn syrup and enough flour to crate a thick blood texture.
2. Add enough food coloring to get the desired color of blood.
3. Place inside a squeeze bottle of easy application.