Unicorn Wigs and Makeup Ideas

‘You can easily turn anything or anyone into a unicorn, so unicorns are great for celebrities, for Instagram, for dark political times. Unicorns were made for us and this current moment.’ That, according to ‘global trends expert’ Daniel Levine, explains the western world’s current obsession with all things Unicorn, be it desserts, beverages, tech accessories, pool floats, party themes or beauty products.

The search term ‘Unicorn’ officially overtook her mythical cousin the ‘Mermaid’ this year, according to Google, and there is no sign of the infatuation with the magic and whimsy of the fairy-tale beings waning anytime soon.

The Unicorn Rainbow Wig indeed continues to be one of our best selling unicorn wigs with its popularity likely to peak around festival season. If you’re yearning to embrace the unicorn trend when it comes to hair and makeup for an upcoming shindig, photo-shoot or hell, just a trip to the supermarket (a la Miley Cyrus) inhale a sprinkling of inspiration featuring a host of creative beauties who opted for our eternally popular pastel wig.

1. Coordinated Colours (via Instagram @misscassiewells)

The magnificent makeup artist coordinated her pastel hair lengths with in vogue faux freckles using NYX Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick in ‘Little Denim Dress’, ‘Run The World’, ‘Respect The Pink’ and ‘Jet Set’.

2. Gem Genius (via Instagram @artbeautychaos)

Glitter and sparkle go hand-in-hand with any unicorn theme (they didn’t name the My Little Pony ‘Twilight Sparkle’ for nothing) and by utilising your trusty eyelash glue, a bedazzled face is quick and easy to achieve. Keziah’s beautiful design features the Voodoo Gems by Shine Shack.

3. Painted In Pink (via YouTube Really Mili)

The fabulous Mili describes pink as ‘the happiest colour of them all’ and we adore this face and body concept inspired by her favourite shade. Mili blended a range of face paints and eye shadows by FAB, Snazaroo and Jeffree Star Cosmetics for the base and you can follow her step-by-step guide tutorial below.

4. Rainbows Rule (via Instagram @wildroseartistry)

Jessica created her stunning eye art with the Urban Decay Palettes in ‘Electric’ and ‘Full Spectrum’ and intensified the rainbow effect with lime green contact lenses by Bright Eyes Contacts.

If you’ve elected for a bright, multi-tonal outfit or have a specific colour theme in mind for your unicorn ensemble, a block coloured wig can be just as effective.

Opt for a heat friendly wig in pastel or metallic shades ensuring the freedom to create waves, curls or a ‘crimped mane’ look.

Via Instagram @bellevolent_The wonderfully artistic doll completed her ‘Unicorn Tears’ design with the Lauren Silver Wig. Replicate Isabelle’s romantic look with the aptly named ‘Unicorn Glitter’ by The Glitter Army and The Ultimate Glow Kit by Anastasia Beverly Hills.

Picture this: a makeup maestro has waved her magic wand and conjured up a look that's straight out of a surreal fairy tale! Instagram / @lunar.felicityy rocks the Sweet Floss Lace Front Wig, cleverly twisted around the horn headpiece, giving us major mystical vibes.

Using products by NYX and Lime Crime, Polina has created a canvas of pure surreal fantasy. Talk about taking unicorn makeup and hair to a whole new, enchanted level.

Via Instagram @samshineart

We absolutely adore the colour palette adopted by the amazing Samantha for this sublime Unicorn art piece. The blue base infused with glitter, bounces off the Pink Fantasy Wig beautifully, resulting in this exquisite look. Find the full list of products used on Sam’s Instagram page.

Via Instagram @_saratrigo

Sara's ingenious trick for creating her dreamy unicorn look was to go overboard with moisturiser before 'bathing' in glitter by NYX. The sticky base ensured the glitter particles clung beautifully for an all-over magical glow. The much loved fixing spray by Kryolan sealed the deal.

Sara wears the Spring Crush Wig completed by unicorn horn by Under The Cnoc.