Zipper Makeup Looks Guaranteed to Freak Everyone Out This Halloween

Today, there's an endless stock of special effects that can be created using makeup. One of the most classic techniques is perhaps the creepiest to wear this Halloween: the face zipper.

Whether your zipper reveals exposed, gory "insides" or a more creative interpretation of the human body, this movie makeup look is undeniably one of the coolest Halloween costumes, and all you need to get it at home is a fashion closure from your local craft store. To prove our point, we've scoured Instagram for the most realistic zipper effects — sure to inspire you (and gross out all your friends).