Celebs spend half their lives in the makeup chair, and most will admit that’s where 50 percent of their gorgeousness comes from. We went behind the scenes to get tips from the pros who transform Hollywood’s a-list ladies. Use ’em yourself!

Click here to see the beauty secrets for Reese Witherspoon, Natalie Portman, Jennifer Hudson, Anne Hathawy, Julia Stiles & Mary J. Blige.  Some great tips!