Oscar Stars Up-Close

Penelope CruzYeah, yeah so the stars look good on the red carpet... from afar.

But how do they fare when you get right up in their mushes?

We know that for the most part the lasses who rocked up to the Oscars spent time and effort on their look.

But after hours in the stylist's chair, what's the end result?

Well come along with us and see all under the microscope - so to speak.

We've invaded their personal space and had a cheeky up-close peek at what they've really done to their chops for the night's event.

So pen and paper at the ready ladies, and make note of the tips and the mistakes the celebs have made.

You've seen them looking lush - now see the real deal, in our gallery of Oscar make-up.