Get ready for Halloween because it's the kickoff to the holiday season and when everyone gets into decorating mode! You'll see all kinds of spooky decorations like skeletons, spiders, candy buckets, and fun blow-up decorations. Did you know that many of these decorations are made from materials like plastic, nylon, and synthetic fibers that come from oil and natural gas?

Most people purchase off-the-rack Halloween costumes which are made from polyester, a synthetic material derived from oil and natural gas! This material makes the costumes less flammable, resistant to wrinkles, and affordable. So, when your kids pick out their favorite costume this year, thank the oil and gas industry!

Not only do most people purchase off-the-rack Halloween costumes, but many people buy or use Halloween makeup that contains paraffin, mineral oil, parabens, and fragrance that all come from petroleum.

Whether you’re taking the kids out to trick-or-treat, or going out to a late-night Halloween bash, flashlights and glow sticks are both a fun and safety-conscious accessory to have thanks to oil and gas!

Last but not least, most Halloween costume wigs use synthetic hair fibers. These are derived from oil and natural gas!

Petroleum products play an integral role in making Halloween possible. From lighting pumpkins and décor to complicated costumes, many of these products are reliant on oil and gas byproducts, ensuring everyone can participate in the spooky, festive fun!

Have a safe and happy Halloween from LMOGA!