She’s one of the world’s most iconic supermodels, but former Victoria’s Secret model, mother-of-two and swimwear designer Candice Swanepoel’s approach to most things – especially beauty – is “less is more”.
Famed for her beachy blonde waves and luminous sun-kissed makeup, the model recently shared via Instagram a rare insight into her favourite products. Revealing how she applies them to achieve an effortless glow, her whole routine consists of only five steps and four products.
Swanepoel credits this as her “basic everyday makeup”. Then she adds, “Actually that’s a lie, basic some days when I feel like it makeup.” Either way, we’re taking notes.
STEP 1
Opting for just concealer instead of a full face of foundation, Swanepoel blends this creamy Nars formula only on the areas she needs it (even on the spots on her chin, because models – they’re just like us).
Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer | AUD$51
STEP 2
Turning to her brows, Swanepoel fluffs and slicks hairs into place using her fave brow gel. This formula from Benefit adds colour, too.
Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow Volumising Gel | AUD$48
STEP 3
Using a cream contour, Swanepoel
then places products underneath her cheekbones, forehead, nose and underside of her jaw, blending it out so it’s seamless.
Armani Beauty Neo Nude A Contour Bronzer | AUD$72
STEP 4
The model doubles down on her lips and cheeks, using the same lipstick for both. While she didn’t confirm the exact shade she uses, Pillow Talk is Charlotte Tilbury’s bestseller, so we recommend that one.
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Diamonds Lipstick in Pillow Talk | AUD$48
STEP 5
Finally, Swanepoel pops a dab of contour cream on her eyelids, curls her lashes and adds a few curls to her already wavy hair.