Santa Clara Public Library

It's almost time to celebrate día de los muertos (Day of the Dead). Join us for a step-by-step tutorial that will teach you how to paint your face as a sugar skull! Watch live on Zoom (passcode: sugarskull) or YouTube. You can find a recording of this event and others on the City of Santa Clara Library's YouTube page.

Please make sure you wash and dry your face before applying your make-up. To complete the look, you will need:
-White face paint
-Black face paint
-Face paint in assorted colors
-Thin make-up brush
-Medium make up brush
-Make up sponge
-Cotton swabs

OPTIONAL:
-Make-up primer
-Setting powder
-Face gems
- Day of the Dead flower crown or flower pins for your hair (see example)