Beast Man Costume
Skeletor's savage henchman comes to life in orange fur and red armor.
Beast Man is the classic orange-furred villain from the Masters of the Universe franchise. Fans choose this look for its nostalgic 80s appeal, vibrant color palette, and imposing savage aesthetic. Recreating this costume involves layering orange faux fur or a bodysuit with red spiked armor and striking blue face makeup.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~120 min
- Budget
- $60–150
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What you need for a Beast Man costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Beast Man costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Orange bodysuit or fur suit
An orange full-body spandex suit or orange faux fur fabric to cover your arms, legs, and torso.
DIY: Use orange fabric dye on a thermal underwear set.
Red chest armor
Red foam chest plate with molded spikes and shoulder guards.
DIY: Craft armor plates out of red EVA foam and glue on foam spikes.
Blue face paint
Bright blue cream face paint to create the signature mask-like markings around the eyes and cheeks.
Furry loincloth
A brown or dark grey faux fur loincloth worn over the orange bodysuit.
DIY: Cut a piece of brown faux fur fabric and secure it with a dark belt.
Spiked arm guards
Red forearm cuffs with small spikes to match the chest armor.
DIY: Wrap red craft foam around your forearms and attach painted foam spikes.
Black whip
A classic black faux leather bullwhip, Beast Man's signature weapon.
DIY: Braid black yarn or rope around a wooden dowel handle.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Beast Man costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the orange bodysuit or thermal base layer to establish the furry skin base.
- 2
Step into the brown faux fur loincloth and secure it around your waist with a dark belt.
- 3
Strap on the red chest armor, ensuring the spiked shoulder guards sit comfortably on your shoulders.
- 4
Attach the matching red spiked cuffs to your forearms.
- 5
Apply the blue face paint around your eyes, nose, and cheeks, leaving the rest of your face bare or painted a lighter orange.
- 6
Equip the black whip prop to complete the savage henchman look.
Makeup & hair
Apply bright blue face paint in a wide mask shape covering your eyes, nose, and upper cheeks. If not using a full mask, style your hair wild and messy, or use orange hair spray to match the body fur.
Beast Man for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Skeletor or Evil-Lyn for a classic Masters of the Universe villain duo.
- group
- Join a full Masters of the Universe group featuring He-Man, Skeletor, and Mer-Man.
- kids
- Use an orange fuzzy onesie with a soft felt red vest and felt spikes for a comfortable kid-friendly version.
- Plus size
- Opt for a two-piece orange thermal set instead of a tight spandex bodysuit for a more comfortable, adjustable fit.
- pet
- An orange dog sweater with a small red felt collar decorated with soft spikes.
Tips
- Spandex bodysuits can get hot; stay hydrated and take breaks if wearing the costume indoors.
- Use high-quality setting spray over the blue face paint to prevent it from smudging onto your red armor.
- If using EVA foam for DIY armor, seal it with Mod Podge before painting to prevent the red paint from cracking.
Beast Man costume FAQ
- Who is Beast Man?
- Beast Man is a fictional supervillain from the Masters of the Universe franchise, serving as Skeletor's savage, beast-controlling henchman.
- How do you make Beast Man's armor?
- You can easily craft his red chest plate and spiked shoulder guards using sheets of red EVA foam, hot glue, and foam cones for the spikes.
- What makeup does Beast Man wear?
- He features a distinct blue pattern around his eyes and cheeks, which can be recreated using bright blue cream face paint or a custom latex facepiece.
Did you know? Beast Man was one of the very first characters designed for the Masters of the Universe toy line in 1981, originally conceived as He-Man's primary nemesis before Skeletor was created.