Learn the history of skull makeup and Día de los Muertos. HelloGiggles spoke to people who celebrate the holiday and break down when it's appropriate to do sugar skull makeup.

This is a sugar skull that isn't really a sugar skull; the flowers, patterns and bird are placed to make the colorful shape of a skull. 5. One for the artist inspired by Freida Kahlo.

That Catrina represents your dead relative, not a comic book character." Instead, sugar skull makeup has a place when done with the right intentions, and with respect and understanding of its ...

It's Not Scary, and It's Not Halloween El Día de los Muertos is confused with Halloween, but despite the skulls it's not spooky. It's a celebration of those loved ones who are gone and we miss.

4. The ofrenda is a central component. The ofrenda is often the most recognized symbol of Día de los Muertos.This temporary altar is a way for families to honor their loved ones and provide them what ...