OnlyOnAOL: Five cheap thrills in every Oscar makeup artist's kit

BY DONNA FREYDKIN

Sure, it's easy to get flawless skin and the perfect pout when you have cash to blow. But guess what? Money isn't everything when it comes to looking red-carpet ready. Here are five items that the industry's makeup pros swear by when getting their clients ready for Hollywoood's most glam events. (And watch our interview with hair guru Frédéric Fekkai above).

L'Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Lip Gloss, a favorite brand of Kim Kardashian's makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic. He even used a L'Oreal gloss on her lips on her wedding day.

Rimmel Supercurler, Extreme Black mascara, which gives you superstar lashes without a curler. We can't say enough about this line, which is cool and totally affordable.

Fiona Stiles Beauty Radiant Aqua Eye Veils, because we love this new collection from Hollywood's glam goddess to Elizabeth Banks and Jennifer Garner.

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Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencils, from the brand beloved (and endorsed) by Gwen Stefani, who knows a thing or three about makeup.

Burt's Bees lipstick in Scarlet Soaked, worn by Rachel McAdams to the Golden Globes.

Here's something to get us excited for Sunday's Oscars.