Celebrity makeup secrets revealed

Ever wondered how celebrities manage to achieve sheer perfection with their makeup on the red carpet? Well, you are not alone. One thing is for sure, a lot of preparation goes into the individual looks. The good news is you too can achieve this level of perfection.

Here's a look at the tips and tricks stars employ to get red carpet ready.

Quench your skin- The trick to making your makeup last is well-moisturized skin. When the skin is dehydrated, it eats up the makeup -literally. Most stars begin to hydrate at least one week to a big event by drinking plenty of water and using lots of moisturizer on their skin.

Prep and prime - Any celebrity will swear by makeup primers. Primers are the reason the stars look oh-so-fresh even after hours on the red carpet. These products cover everything by putting a thin layer of non-toxic silicone between the skin and the makeup. The result; flawless looking skin.

Easy on the foundation – The rule of thumb; less is more. The less foundation you use, the less the skin rejects it and the longer it will last.

The J-Lo Glow - Nothing says glamour more than the increasingly popular "glow" made famous by stars such as J-Lo, Cameron Diaz and Beyoncé. Best part is you don't need a 5-carat pink diamond to get the sparkle. In this department, products called skin illuminators are your friend. These are pearlized shimmer creams that reflect light onto the skin making it look smoother and younger. Amazing, no?

Keep your lips low maintenance- The less fussy the lips are, the less you have to worry about touching them up. Opt to go with browns, or nude lips and play up the eyes instead. Pretty eyes make for awesome pictures, trust me.