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oscars 2013
February 25, 2013

The Best Behind-the-Scenes Beauty at the Oscars

By Christina Han

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While we were still trying to figure out our Oscars snack plan for the evening, Hollywood’s army of hairstylists, spray-tanners, makeup artists, and manicurists were already invading the kitchens, bathrooms, and hotel rooms of actresses since morning. Armed with an arsenal of tools and products to prettify the faces of ladies who can be seen in full here and here, they’ve also remembered to share with us all those glorious behind-the-scenes bathroom shots we love to see. Click through to see a super-close-up shot of Oscar stair-tripper Jennifer Lawrence getting her makeup done, Kelly Rowland’s preshow powder session, Jennifer Aniston’s best kissy face, and more.

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One of those pink lipsticks touched the mouth of Oscar winner Anne Hathaway. Makeup artist Kate Lee (@makeupkatelee) didn't want to too-perfectly... One of those pink lipsticks touched the mouth of Oscar winner Anne Hathaway. Makeup artist Kate Lee (@makeupkatelee) didn't want to too-perfectly match Hathaway's lips to her dress, so she applied Chanel Rouge Allure lipstick in Seduisante, a perky rose pink, then toned down the the color's shade with a dab of concealer.
This is Jennifer Lawrence's prettily made-up face. Makeup artist Jillian Dempsey (@JillianDempsey) balanced the actress's petal-pink dress with a... This is Jennifer Lawrence's prettily made-up face. Makeup artist Jillian Dempsey (@JillianDempsey) balanced the actress's petal-pink dress with a set of gun-metal smoky eyes.
This is Jennifer Lawrence's hair touch-up moment (if you can see beyond the aggressive watermarks). Hairstylist Mark Townsend (@Marktownsend1) pr... This is Jennifer Lawrence's hair touch-up moment (if you can see beyond the aggressive watermarks). Hairstylist Mark Townsend (@Marktownsend1) prepped the actress's damp hair with Dove Anti-Frizz Serum and Nourishing Curls Whipped Cream Mousse. He then crisscrossed sections of hair over one another until finally gathering it all up in a loose chignon at the nape of her neck.
This polish lacquered up Jennifer Lawrence's nails. Manicurist April Foreman (@_AprilForeman) painted her nails in Cover Girl Outlast Nail Gloss ... This polish lacquered up Jennifer Lawrence's nails. Manicurist April Foreman (@_AprilForeman) painted her nails in Cover Girl Outlast Nail Gloss in Forever Frosted, an equally petal pink to match her Dior Couture dress.
Kelly Rowland's public powdering. The ABC red carpet co-host (@KellyRowland) gets her nose powdered by makeup artist Latasha Wright (@LatashaWrig... Kelly Rowland's public powdering. The ABC red carpet co-host (@KellyRowland) gets her nose powdered by makeup artist Latasha Wright (@LatashaWright).
Amanda Seyfried's smoked-out eyes and updo play peekaboo. Hairstylist Jenny Cho (@Jennychohair) kept the actress's (@AmandaSeyfried) curls define... Amanda Seyfried's smoked-out eyes and updo play peekaboo. Hairstylist Jenny Cho (@Jennychohair) kept the actress's (@AmandaSeyfried) curls defined with Suave's Captivating Curls Whipped Cream Mousse. She then created a loose, wavy updo by piling and pinning hair together with ample spritzes of the brand's hairspray. Makeup artist Monika Blunder (@MonikaBlunder) played up Seyfried's eyes in subtly shimmery deep purple.
Kristen Stewart's rosy visage. Makeup artist Beau Nelson (@Beau_Nelson) opted for a rose-hued palette for her face. Chanel Ombre eyeshadow in Ros... Kristen Stewart's rosy visage. Makeup artist Beau Nelson (@Beau_Nelson) opted for a rose-hued palette for her face. Chanel Ombre eyeshadow in Rose Favorite, Quadra eyeshadow in Raffinement, and Rouge Coco Hydrating lipstick in Legende were all in the mix.
All the face and hair toucher-uppers backstage at the Oscars. Hairstylists Adir Abergel (@hairbyadir) and Jenny Cho (@JennyChoHair), along with m... All the face and hair toucher-uppers backstage at the Oscars. Hairstylists Adir Abergel (@hairbyadir) and Jenny Cho (@JennyChoHair), along with makeup artists Kate Lee (@makeupKateLee) and Monika Blunder (@monikablunder), were in charge of reapplying lipglosses and hairspraying loose tendrils of hair on the likes of Amanda Seyfried and Anne Hathaway.
Kelly Osbourne enjoys getting preened. The E! red carpet co-host Kelly Osbourne (@MissKellyO) wore a glossy tropical-punch-hued lip.
The making of Kristin Chenoweth's top knot. The diminuitive ABC red carpet co-host and Seth MacFarlane sidekick Kristin Chenoweth (@KChenoweth) g... The making of Kristin Chenoweth's top knot. The diminuitive ABC red carpet co-host and Seth MacFarlane sidekick Kristin Chenoweth (@KChenoweth) gives us a peek behind the team creating her giant hair donut.
Jennifer Aniston gives good kissy face. No doubt the actress and part-owner of haircare line Living Proof had longtime hairstylist Chris McM... Jennifer Aniston gives good kissy face. No doubt the actress and part-owner of haircare line Living Proof had longtime hairstylist Chris McMillan (@ChrisMcMillan) keep her follicles smooth — in typical Aniston form — with the company's hairstuffs.
Giuliana Rancic's body got spray-tanned by this machine. The E! red carpet co-host (@GiulianaRancic), got her body spray-tanned (in her very clea... Giuliana Rancic's body got spray-tanned by this machine. The E! red carpet co-host (@GiulianaRancic), got her body spray-tanned (in her very clean bathroom) to golden levels by Inifinity Sun.
The things that got Kerry Washington's hair to look pretty. Hairstylist Takisha Drew (@TakishaHair) used a bevy of Moroccan Oil products to creat... The things that got Kerry Washington's hair to look pretty. Hairstylist Takisha Drew (@TakishaHair) used a bevy of Moroccan Oil products to create Kerry Washington's (@KerryWashington) languid Oscar waves.
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