As a color-obsessed Colorproof devotee, we don't even need to ask—we already know you're eagerly planning your next show-stopping Halloween transformation. After all, hair color is all about self-expression—and there’s no better way to show off your unique style than going all-out on themed glam.
Looking for this year’s Halloween hair inspo? Keep reading for five frightfully fabulous hairstyles to level up your next spooky season look!
2025 Halloween Hairstyles: New Looks to Try this Spooky Season
Viking Braids
From witches to warriors, queens to zombies, tons of classic costumes go perfectly with viking braids. You can weave a single braid at the crown of your head, tie two back over your ears, or commit to one large side braid with everything else swept to one side—the thematic possibilities are endless!
To prep your strands for these viking knots, apply a small dab of Fiber Blast Texture Crème® where you plan on braiding. This adds grip and texture for easier braiding and extra hold! Once braided back, Styling Putty helps shape and stick, keeping flyaways tame all night long. Before you go, spritz All Around® Working Hairspray to lock everything in place.
For extra spooky vibes, consider pinning props into your viking braids—think small plastic spiders, gemstones, or anything else that matches your costume.
An Accessorized, Shabby-Chic Crown Braid
A classic clean crown braid works for plenty of prim and proper costumes, but there’s an alternative approach for spooky season: a rough, messy, loose, shabby-chic crown braid, featuring large props specific to your costume.
For example, vampires could tie in bats, mummies could tie in gauzy strips, witches can tie in leaves and glass vials, artists can tie in paintbrushes—you get the picture! Going for the ‘messy’ look comes in here, because larger items may need to be ‘tied’ in with small sections of hair (supported by plenty of pins, of course).
To achieve the volume needed to hold your items, prep your hair with Lift It® Mousse. For help maximizing texture for the rough, shabby-chic vibe, play around with Texture Charge® Defining Finishing Spray until you achieve your desired messiness. All Around® Working Hairspray will also be useful for teasing and, of course, holding your props of choice in place.
Rough, Textured, and Perfectly Messy
Want to embrace the mess without the props and accessories? From 80s rockstars to zombie-chic, a messy, sky-high take on your natural texture can bring many edgy costumes to life.
The key to this look? Amping up the volume, separation, and, of course, texture. Start with Volume Blow Dry Spray to lift your roots, then, if you’re rocking natural curls to begin with, go in with Tru Curl Enhancing Crème.
Next, use your fingers to tousle with Fiber Blast Texture Crème® and/or Styling Putty, for looks that require extra stick. You can also tease with All Around® Working Hairspray, and finish with Texture Charge® Defining Finishing Spray for one final zap of energy.
Sky High Pig Tails
Calling all Harley Quinns and Britney Spears! If bouncy, flirty pig tails are a must for this year’s costume, you’ll need a balance of volume, fluidity, and control.
Volume Shampoo and Volume Conditioner will lay the perfect foundation, helping to maintain lift and body. On the day of your party, be sure to use Plush Locks Leave-In Smooth® before blow drying—it helps reduce drying time while defrizzing, shielding from heat damage, and delivering a soft, silk-like finish. For even more volume support, add a layer of Super Plump® Whipped Mousse before blow-drying as well!
When it’s time to pull back your ponies, Styling Putty and All Around® Working Hairspray will help maintain grip without any heaviness or stickiness. If you spot any flyaways, use Smooth Drops to tackle them with a glossy finish.
Vintage Glam and Pin-Up Curls
From Betty Boop to Marilyn Monroe, plenty of looks can benefit from the classic charm of vintage glam. If this sultry, show-stopping look is for you, you'll need a perfect blend of structure and shine.
For maximum gloss, be sure to start with Plush Locks Leave-In Smooth® as a styling primer from mid-lengths to ends. Along your roots, spritz some Volume Blow Dry Spray, then go back to the lengths of your strands with Super Plump® Whipped Mousse.
Once dry, use All Around® Working Hairspray to lock your pins and curls in place, then tame any lingering flyaways with Smooth Drops.
Happy Halloween, everyone! We can’t wait to see your Colorproof-powered looks in action—show yours off with a tag on Instagram and TikTok (@colorproofhair) with the hashtag #ColorproofHair.
See you there!
Xx,
Colorproof
