Makeup artists Robin Black creates 3 iconic punk looks with help from celeb hairstylist John Ruggiero. (REFINERY 29)

TRIPLE THREAT! Hairstylist [Marcus Francis](http://www.starworksartists.com/hair/marcus-francis/portfolio/ Marcus Francis") recreates three of Kerry Washington's winning red carpet looks. (ELLE)

Celeb hairstylist Mara Roszak breaks down Zoe Saldana's 30s-inspired waves from the London Star Trek: Into Darkness premiere. Including EXCLUSIVE prep photos! (STYLE.COM)

Celeb stylist Cher Coulter reveals her tips for rocking Spring biggest comeback trend...Grunge! (ELLE CANADA)

Nicole Richie rocks the Met Ball red carpet with shocking white hair created by Luke Chamberlain . (REFINERY 29)

Anne Hathaway rocks newly blonde locks at Met Ball. Hairstylist Sascha Breuer has the styling notes. (BELLA SUGAR)

1 GIRL, 3 LOOKS! Celeb hairstylist Mara Roszak breaks down the many hair looks of Emma Stone. (ELLE)

Applying highlighter is an art within itself. Celeb makeup artist Stephen Sollitto breaks down the best places to make your mark. (ALLURE)

(photo courtesy of D Magazine. Makeup by Kristee Liu for Starworks Artists)

Whether it's the perfume she wore, the way she styled her hair or the quick flick with which she applied her mascara; a mother's beauty routine is often one of the fondest memories passed down to her children. With Mother's Day approaching, we asked our Starworks Artists to reveal some of their mother's style and beauty tricks that they still embrace today.

My mom definitely set me up for success as a hairstylist. When I was a kid, my sisters and I all danced. And in order for us all to be "ready to go" the day of a recital, my mom put me in charge of putting in the rollers. But to be efficient, we did them the night before. So, after everyone had bathed and the hair was towel dried. I rolled up a bunch of pink sponge rollers in all 3 of my sisters hair! At the time, I had NO idea that that would set the tone for my current path. I've been hairstyling since I was kid, thanks ma! 

• Hairstylist John D

My mom taught me the importance of caring for my skin.  She showed me how to moisturize my face when I was only a few years old, by making small dots with moisturizer then blend upwards.  She made sure I never forget to do the same with my neck and hands.  My mom said a woman should never reveal her true age and her neck and hands, without being taken care of, will be the two places that may spill the secret.

• Makeup artist Kristee Liu

My mother taught me to love unconditionally, to always believe in myself and treat others how you want to be treated. I can’t think of what better defines my personal style than that. 

• Fashion stylist Michael Fisher

(photo courtesy of Studded Hearts)

My Mom has been insisting I wear 'a little lipstick' all of my life, probably even before the age at which it was appropriate to do so. She knows I love the feeling (not the look) of having my hair brushed, so I'll sometimes concede on that. Its also quite normal for me to wake up from a nap at her house and find that someone has put lotion and socks on my feet. So, Mom, thanks for being so lovingly creepy, you make me a better woman.

• Fashion stylist Nicole Vitagliano

What my Mom taught me was to always make the effort. Though she never wore full makeup but NEVER left the house without putting on lipstick. A little league game, grocery shopping, whatever...she had lipstick on. For me this has translated into taking an extra second before I leave to assess how I look, add some eye drops, change my shirt or throw some pommade in my hair. Always make the effort. U never know who you'll run into.

• Makeup artists Stephen Sollitto

I definitely owe my creative and visual sense to my mother. She is an amazing artist and sculpted stone for many years. I recently put together how similar styling hair is to sculpting. Her ability to see the beauty in most things, and creating shapes out of a blank canvas has always and will always be an inspiration. My mother is a true artist, through and through, i can only strive to be that as well.  

• Hairstylist Mara Roszak

My mother had the most inspiring vintage style. I think it speaks for itself. (Photos featured above)

• Fashion stylist Jenny Ricker

I always sat and watched my mom get ready when she went out... her beautiful red hair, make-up and clothes were always impeccably put together. I remember asking her why she spent so much time getting ready, she answered, "If you take time for yourself it will always show." I try to remember this always... 

• Hairstylist Laini Reeves

My mom has always had classic style with flair.... She loves the Burberry Scarf and Trench, the Chanel Jackets and Ballet Flats but she ALWAYS added her own touch....Shoes with faces (like the marc jacobs mouse, or the YSL lips), or wearing a fur with her hair done in corn rows.... she always had a sense of humor and was clearly always doing her OWN thing. This made her fun, it made people around her smile and of course taught me fearlessness and fun in fashion. Thanks MOM! HAppy Mothers Day!

• Fashion stylist Kris Zero

My mom is actually quite understated with her personal "style" and some would even call it plain. She always told us to treat others how we want to be treated. She also would say that it's not how a person looks or how much money they make that's important, its their heart. That to me is the most stylish and beautiful thing my mother has taught me. Xxoo

• Hairstylist John Ruggiero

Happy Mother's Day from the Starworks Artists family.

The theme for last night's Met Ball was PUNK: CHAOS TO COUTURE and many stars showed their rebellious side on the red carpet. Starworks Artists created many daring looks for the annual fashion event. Check below for all the styling credits.

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Jennifer Lopez. Hair color by Tracey Cunningham for Starworks Artists.

Nicole Richie. Hair by Luke Chamberlain for Starworks Artists. Styling by Cher Coulter for Starworks Artists.

Kristen Stewart. Hair by Adir Abergel for Starworks Artists.

Rooney Mara. Hair by Adir Abergel for Starworks Artists. Makeup by Kate Lee for Starworks Artists.

Anne Hathaway. Hair by Sascha Breuer for Starworks Artists. Makeup by Adam Breuchaud for Starworks Artists.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Styling by Cher Coulter for Starworks Artists. Hair color by Tracey Cunningham for Starworks Artists.

Gwyneth Paltrow. Makeup by Emma Lovell for Starworks Artists. Hair color byTracey Cunningham for Starworks Artists.

Cameron Diaz. Hair color by Tracey Cunningham for Starworks Artists.

Ginny Goodwin. Makeup by Mai Quynh for Starworks Artists.

Kate Bosworth. Styling by Cher Coulter for Starworks Artists. Hair color by Tracey Cunningham for Starworks Artists.

Jessica Pare. Hair by Marcus Francis for Starworks Artists. Makeup by Mai Quynh for Starworks Artists.

Minka Kelly. Hair color by Tracey Cunningham for Starworks Artists.

Jennifer Lawrence. Hair by Mark Townsend for Starworks Artists.

Kate Beckinsale. Hair by Sascha Breuer for Starworks Artists. Makeup by Adam Breuchaud for Starworks Artists.

Emily Blunt. Hair by Laini Reeves for Starworks Artists. Makeup by Jenn Streicher for Starworks Artists. Hair color by Tracey Cunningham for Starworks Artists.

Bella Heathcote. Styling by Penny Lovell for Starworks Artists.

Michelle Dockery. Styling by Micaela Erlanger for Starworks Artists.

Alicia Keys. Styling by Laura Jones for Starworks Artists.

Mary-Kate Olsen. Hair by Mark Townsend for Starworks Artists.

Ashley Olsen. Hair by Mark Townsend for Starworks Artists.

Emma Watson. Hair by John D for Starworks Artists.

Teresa Palmer. Hair by John D for Starworks Artists.

Maggie Q. Hair by Adir Abergel for Starworks Artists.

Stacey Keibler. Hair by Luke Chamberlain for Starworks Artists.

Dree Hemingway. Makeup by Nico Guilis for Starworks Artists.

Giuliana Rancic. Hair color by Tracey Cunningham for Starworks Artists.

Hailee Steinfeld. Hair by Marcus Francis for Starworks Artists. Makeup by Stephen Sollitto for Starworks Artists.

Ashley Madekwe. Hair by John Ruggiero for Starworks Artists.

See more red carpet looks created by our Starworks Artists by clicking through to our STEP&REPEAT page.

Check out our AskSWA and get your beauty and style questions answered by our pro team!

"Freedom and being yourself is what experiencing live music is about..." Celeb stylist Cher Coulter shares her festival style tips for the Coachella bound.(GRAZIA UK)

Celeb makeup artist Stephen Sollitto builds your Spring makeup kit with products from his own arsenal! (BEAUTY BANTER)

This prom season get your winning looks straight from your favorite stars of the red carpet. Hairstylists Adir Abergel and John Ruggiero break down two styles perfect for a night to remember! (MTV STYLE)

When choosing footwear for Alicia Keys' tour, celeb stylist Laura Jones finds the perfect meld of Style and Substance. (WWD)

Stylist Penny Lovell joins fellow Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize judges to celebrate the start of the 2013 events. (LA RACKED)

Hairstylist Laini Reeves shares 7 bold hairstyles for women with oval-shaped faces. (COSMO)

HOW TO: Celeb hairstylist Mark Townsend breaks down Rachel McAdams' fun top knot from last night's To The Wonder premiere. (GLAMOUR)

For the March Issue of Vogue Italia, photographer Douglas Friedman sets out to capture the natural movement of the Spring 2013 collections. Taking his models underwater, Friedman finds the perfect way to showcase the mix of sporty and flowy garments coming off the runways.

Starworks Artists hairstylist John Ruggiero created the hair story for this challenging shoot. Below he shares his tips and techniques on achieving the striking underwater shots.

ON THE EDITORIAL CONCEPT: I was really excited when I heard about the concept for the Italian Vogue under water shoot. I had never done a shoot quite like it before so it was learning experience to say the least. 

ON CREATING UNDER-WATER SHAPE: I knew the hair had to be dramatic and that I couldn't rely on product or curling iron sets to achieve the look of volume.  I figured that the 'more hair is better' approach was the way to go ( seeing that it works for mermaids).  So, for each girl I started by anchoring super long, full wigs about 3 inches back from their hairline. I did this because I wanted to use their natural hairlines. After using a million hairpins to secure the wig I then applied a bag of long extensions just to bring it to the next level. I then cut  the faux hair to give  layers for more movement and volume. 

ON MAKING THE HAIR MOVE: I experimented with the wigs prior to the shoot and found that jerking the hair and sharp head movements brought the hair to life! The girls followed the direction perfectly giving the hair an almost ghost like appearance. 

ON STYLING ESSENTIALS: I didn't use any products beforehand but I used Bumble and Bumble Prep after to untangle the wigs and the models real hair and applied a leave in conditioner after that. 

More photos from the Hold Your Breath, Open Your Eyes editorial.

To see the entire editorial click through to the Starworks Artists Facebook Page.

Click through for more from hairstylist John Ruggiero's portfolio.

Check out our AskSWA feature and get your beauty and style questions answered by our pro team!

Many of 2012's box office hits looked to costume design to transport audiences to a different time or place. With period pieces like Lincoln, Les Miserables and Django Unchained dominating the awards circuit, it's no wonder the Costume Designer's Guild Awards were packed with celebs looking to show their appreciation. Check below for all the red carpet moments Starworks Artists help create.

Les Miserables' Anne Hathaway. Hair by Adir Abergel for Starworks Artists. Makeup by Kate Lee for Starworks Artists.

Revenge's Ashley Madekwe. Hair by John Ruggiero for Starworks Artists.

Mirror, Mirror's Lily Collins. Hair by Mara Roszak for Starworks Artists.

Up All Night's Maya Rudolph. Hair by John D for Starworks Artists. Makeup by Stephen Sollitto for Starworks Artists.

Click through to our STEP&REPEAT page to see more red carpet looks created by our Starworks Artists.

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Starworks Artists had a hand in over 15 magazine covers this past month! Check below for all the styling credits, including some extra behind-the-scenes commentary from our glam team!

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Emma Stone, W Magazine - February 2013. Hair by Mara Roszak for Starworks Artists.

Keira Knightley, Marie Claire - March 2013. Makeup by Kate Lee for Starworks Artists.

Evan Rachel Wood, Glamour Mexico - February 2013. Hair by Mara Roszak for Starworks Artists.

Drew Barrymore, Harper's BAZAAR - March 2013. Hair color by Tracey Cunningham for Starworks Artists.

Kate Bosworth, Vs Magazine - February 2013. Styling by Cher Coulter for Starworks Artists.

Agyness Deyn, InStyle Magazine UK - March 2013

This 60's mod story was inspired by Andy Warhol and the factory girls. We also loved the Marc Jacobs spring 2013 runway look. To create the texture I used Bumble and bumble styling lotion along with some REDKEN Powder Grip.

Hairstyilst Luke Chamberlain for Starworks Artists

Kevin Bacon, TV Guide - Jan 21-27 2013

Kevin's character on The Following wears a dark blue suit. TV Guide wanted to reference that but wanted something more vivid. This Ovadia & Sons suit is the perfect, brilliant blue and made his eyes pop. No pun intended and if you've seen the show you'll know what I mean.

Menswear stylist Michael Fisher for Starworks Artists

Elle Fanning, BULLETT Magazine - Winter 2013

For this shoot, I wanted her eyes to be the main focus on her face. I wanted it to have a shiny, dewy texture. So I started with NARS Duo Eyeshadow in Bouthan. I mixed the two pink shadows and applied it on her eyelid, and then added Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream on top to make it glossy. The rest of her face, I kept minimal. I knew that the photographer [Pierre Debusschere] would photoshop a lot of graphics in (he's known for that), so I thought the glossy eye would add a nice soft texture to the pictures.

Makeup artist Mai Quynh for Starworks Artists.

Elle's hair by Mara Roszak for Starworks Artists.

Aubrey Plaza, ASOS Magazine - March 2013

This was a fun shoot day. The makeup was pretty natural besides a few bold lipstick changes, but it was the energy between Aubrey and photographer Danielle Levitt that was entertaining and fun to be around. They had us laughing all day!

Makeup artist Jenn Streicher for Starworks Artists

Bella Heathcote, 7 Hollywood - Fall/Winter 2013

They wanted a Jean Shrimpton vibe for this shoot, which I love. So I played up her eyes by adding a little dimension in her crease using Chanel Les 4 Ombres Quadra Eye Shadow in 47 Dunes. I used the soft brown in her crease and smudged it along her lower lashes. Then I added  MAKE UP FOR EVER Eyeshadow in White 0 to her inner eyelid as a highlighter. This shadow is matte, so it gave a nice opaque white. I added a full strip of lashes from Ardell and then applied a few coats of YSL Volume Effet Faux Cils Mascara in High Density Black to her top and bottom lashes. Finally, I added Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner in Black Ink along her upper lash line. I used soft rosy nudes for her blush and lips.

Makeup artist Mai Quynh for Starworks Artists.

Bella's hair by Adir Abergel for Starworks Artist.

Dave Franco, Wonderland Magazine - February/March 2013

Dave is always so easy to work with. Laid back, funny and easy on the eyes it doesn't take much to make him camera ready. I used the La Mer Tinted Moisturizer on his skin, a little lip balm, brush throw his brow and he is set. In his hair, just some Bumble & bumble sumotech for texture. That particular day was a sunny (warm out of the shade) winters day. We laughed and had fun taking pictures. Not a bad days work.

Makeup artist Adam Breuchaud for Starworks Artists

Emily Vancamp, Women's Health - February 2013

I'm not really sure what my inspiration was I just wanted Emily's beautiful brown eyes to stand out. I had just received a bronzed eyeshadow palette from Tarte. It was perfect for Emily. So I built out the shadow so her eyes stood out and the gold in her eyes was picked up. I kept her cheeks warm with a Jouer blush and a Jouer gloss. She looked healthy and approachable. Just like Emily herself.

Makeup artist Stephen Sollitto for Starworks Artists

Emily's hair by Mark Townsend for Starworks Artists.

Gigi Hadid, GUESS Magazine - Spring/Summer 2013

For the spring/summer 2013 guess campaign I had the good fortune to shoot in beautiful Bora Bora.  It wasn't hard to be inspired by this magical place and the stunningly gorgeous Gigi Hadid. Basically, before make up, Gigi and I would walk to the water and I would have her submerge her whole head in the ocean. I  set her hair in medium sized braids all over her head. After makeup and within minutes in the hot south pacific sun, her hair would be completely dry. I then shook out the braids and added a touch of Amika Sea Buckthorn Berry oil Treatment mostly to her ends. Super easy. 

(To achieve a similar look in the studio I would've used Bumble & bumble surf spray, a blow dryer then touched up a few strands with a 1 inch curling iron.)

Hairstylist John Ruggiero for Starworks Artists

Kid Cudi, COMPLEX Magazine - February 2013

The shoot was fashioned after a "futuristic rebirth" - I loved working with Scott aka "Cudi." I have been a fan of his for many years. We had a super successful shoot - we shot several different setups and he and I love vintage as well as Balmain - needless to say we had an awesome DJ on set - what a fun day. It has been a career goal of mine for 5 years now to work with Kid Cudi. Mission accomplished!

Fashion stylist Jenny Ricker for Starworks Artists

Hailee Steinfeld, FASHION Magazine - March 2013

Hailee had just had her sweet sixteen birthday party.  It was fun to hear the details of a young girls birthday party and then turn around and see her in high fashion dresses, looking quite glamorous.

Makeup artist Jenn Streicher for Starworks Artists

Hair by John D for Starworks Artists

(photos by Yu Tsai)

How are we supposed to get into the Winter spirit with photos like this coming across our desk?! GUESS Magazine took their Spring/Summer '13 photoshoot to Bora Bora this year and these photos have us dreaming of summer time. Starworks Artists hairstylist John Ruggiero was on set to create the effortless hair. He had this to say about model, Gigi Hadid's (top left), lived-in look:

It's about 90% Gigi and 10% me. I had her get her hair wet in the salt water, I put it up in a bun and then let the air and the salt water do their thing. I finished it off with a hairspray at the roots to give it a lift. With this hairstyle, less is more because it's super easy.

Another easy way to get this look is if you come to Tahiti, go swimming and have gorgeous hair…that really helps too.

• Hairstylist John Ruggiero for Starworks Artists.

For those of you who can't jet off to a remote island any time soon, check below for behind-the-scenes footage from the tropical GUESS shoot and dream along with us!

Click through to the Starworks Artists Facebook Page for the entire editorial.

Check out our AskSWA feature and get your style and beauty questions answered from John Ruggiero and the rest of our pro team!

(runway photos courtesy of Style.com)

The closing of the Paris Haute Couture shows have only left us more anxious for the red carpet fashions of the upcoming SAG and Academy Awards. As we skim the catwalks for possible trends we can't help but feel a slight sense of deja vu! The patterns, the colors, the textures…have we seen these before?! For this week's Throwback Thursdays we explore the 2012 Starworks Artists archives in search of runway similarities. See below for our findings...

BLACK & WHITE

Spring'13 Couture: Alexis Mabille, Chanel, Giambattista Valli, Jean Paul Gaultier, Christian Dior

THE DOUBLE TAKE

Amy Adams, MET Costume Gala. Makeup by Stephen Sollitto .

Emma Stone, 2012 MTV Movie Awards. Hair by Mara Roszak.

Zosia Mamet, 64th Annual Emmy Awards. Makeup by Mai Quynh.

Lucy Hale, 2012 CMA's. Styling by Penny Lovell.

IT COMES IN RED

Spring'13 Couture: Ellie Saab, Armani Prive, Alexis Mabille, Valentino

THE DOUBLE TAKE

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, 2012 Vanity Fair Oscars After Party. Styling by Cher Coulter. Makeup by Kate Lee. Hair color by Tracey Cunningham.

Charlize Theron, 2012 MTV Movie Awards. Hair color by Tracey Cunningham.

Emma Stone, MET Costume Gala. Hair by Mara Roszak.

Emily Blunt, "My Sister's Sister" premiere. Makeup by Jenn Streicher.

Jennifer Garner, "Argo" premiere. Hair by Adir Abergel. Hair color by Tracey Cunningham .

SILVER'S THE NEW GOLD

Spring'13 Couture: Jean Paul Gaultier, Giambattista Valli, Valentino, Maison Martin Margiela

THE DOUBLE TAKE

Sarah Hyland, 64th Annual Emmy Awards. Hair by John Ruggiero.

Bella Heathcote, "Lawless" premiere. Makeup by Kate Lee. Styling byPenny Lovell.

Selena Gomez, 2012 Vanity Fair Oscars After Party. Hair by John D. Makeup by Jenn Streicher.

IN FULL BLOOM

Spring'13 Couture: Christian Dior, Chanel, Ellie Saab, Armani Prive, Giambattista Valli

THE DOUBLE TAKE

Amy Adams, AFI Screening of "On The Road. Makeup by Stephen Sollitto.

Katie Leclerc, Media Access Awards. Hair by Luke Chamberlain.

Kristen Stewart, Toronto International Film Festival. Makeup by Mai Quynh.

Keira Knightly, "Finding a Friend for the End of the World" premiere. Makeup by Kate Lee.

Click through to our STEP&REPEAT page to see more Starworks Artists red carpet looks.

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There are countless reasons we love celeb hairstylist Mark Townsend and now we can add his childhood penchant for styling dolls, his stint as a Miami club kid and his adorable obsession with Danilo to our list! (BEAUTY BANTER)

Celeb makeup artist Mai Quynh gives Once Upon a Time star, Ginnifer Goodwin, the Twiggy treatment! (WHO WHAT WEAR)

Hollywood's busiest hair colorist has a new spot to hang her combs! Tracey Cunningham's Mèche salon opens it's doors in Beverly Hills. (W MAGAZINE)

Starworks makeup artist Robin Black and hairstylist John Ruggiero make a strong case for the monoCHROME-atic look! (BEAUTY IS BORING)