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#Oscars beauty on Instagram: Stars share their behind-the-scenes snaps

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Last night was the ultimate evening for stargazing—and we don’t mean at the sky. Every A-list celeb was dolled up for the 85th annual Academy Awards…and, thanks to Instagram, we got to tag along for the pre-show primping, the red carpet posing, the star-studded show and the amazing after parties. Here’s a round-up of our favorite beauty looks from the year’s biggest night of beauty.

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Emma Roberts shared this nail-art selfie featuring neutral polish with ombre glitter tips. Gold glitz was the perf choice for a night at the Oscars. Her nails were by @esNail_LA.

Instagram via @emmaroberts6
Nina Dobrev stunned the party crowd with smoky eyes balanced out with a nude lip.

Instagram via @ninadobrev
Miranda Kerr picked the ultimate event for a classic glam Hollywood look. She paired 1940s waves with a red pout and rose gold cheeks. Perfection!

Instagram via @mirandakerrverified
Jennifer Lawrence always nails the red carpet—but the Best Actress winner stunned with a sleek chignon.

Instagram via @theacademy
Adele’s performance of “Skyfall” brought the house down—but she also deserves a standing ovation for her loose blonde curls (a new look for the singer) and signature red lips.

Instagram via @theacademy
Stacy Keibler rocked a vintage-inspired faux bob with her glam gown, plus a chic manicure by celeb favorite Deborah Lippmann.

Instagram via @deborahlippmann
Spotted: Oscars performer Jennifer Hudson (hello, Dreamgirls tribute!) showing off ultra sleek and shiny strands.

Instagram via @theacademy
Cutie Quvenzhane Wallis (the youngest-ever Best Actress nom!) wore a sweet updo and jeweled headband.

Instagram via @theacademy
Emmy Rossum channeled her inner goddess with a pearlescent, wreath-inspired headband for an Oscars party. So simple, gorgeous and (best of all) easy.

Instagram via @emmyrossum
Always the showstopper, Heidi Klum shared this snap of herself getting pampered by a team of hair and makeup artists. Good to know that it really does take a team to look red-carpet ready.

Twitter via @heidiklum
Getting prepped for the pre-show is all fun and games for Kelly Osbourne, who shared this snap as she shares a laugh with her makeup artist. She looks radiant with purple pastel strands and a pretty pink lip.

Twitter via @MissKellyO
Kerry Washington killed it with an effortless approach to beauty: a swipe of silvery shadow, coral-pink gloss and loose waves. This is a look we’ll be rocking on summer nights.

Instagram via @theacademy
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