Happy + Healthy Halloween Tips
Make your Halloween fun, creative—and safe. Here are a tips to help celebrate the holiday safely, whether you’re hosting or haunting.
Bright Idea: Outdoor Lights
One trick for keeping visitors safe? Well-lit entryways. As the days darken earlier, make sure your outdoor lighting illuminates any steps and pathways on your property. For easy and safe temporary lighting, consider fairy lights in the trees or waterproof electric candles along walkways. They won’t just make it safer to walk, they’ll look extra spooky while doing it.
Halloween Lights
Starting at $9.99
Gourd Thinking: Teal Pumpkins
As we become more aware of those around us affected by allergies, Halloween gives us an opportunity to make sure that children affected by food allergies feel included. Established by the Teal Pumpkin Project, the practice of having a bright blue pumpkin on your doorstep serves as an indication that your home is offering non-food treats to trick-or-treaters. Instead of candy, fill their bags with stickers, pencils, bubbles, glow sticks, or even small bottles of water.
Teal Pumpkins
Starting at $5.99
Get Reflective: Bright Gear + Flashlights
Dark costumes and unexpected excitement make it harder for drivers to see trick-or-treaters who may be walking on poorly lit roads. To keep your little ghouls safe, carry flashlights along your route and consider putting a strip of reflective tape on the backs of your costumes.
Flashlights
Starting at $5.99
Save Face: Makeup Over Masks
Costume masks can be transformative and fun, but they can also obstruct the vision of those wearing them. Consider opting instead for bright and colorful makeup, but be sure to test for any skin reactions before the big day. If masks are a must, make sure the eyeholes allow for visibility, or alter them to do so.
Halloween Makeup and Accessories
Starting at $1.99