GET THE LOOK: VICTORIA'S SECRET INSPIRED BRONZED BOMBSHELL

It dawned on me the other day as I had about 3 minutes to throw on some makeup for an event, that when it comes down to brass tacks, a woman needs very few products to create instant allure.  It's not that this is a really a startling revelation, but a reminder that however you want to sum it up, “if you could only have x number of products” or “if you were stranded on a desert island," it’s these core products that are our must-haves. The basics that make us feel alive, youthful, and glowing.

Coincidentally, these also happen to be the products that create what is possibly the most flattering look for so many women: the bronzed bombshell.  Effortless, subtly defined, everyday glow.

Here's everything you need to get this glowing look shown on Victoria's Secret supermodel, Candace Swanepoel.

Face:  Smashbox – Camera Ready BB Cream with SPF 35 (available at Shoppers Drug Mart)

Gives a natural everyday coverage in a range of five shades to cover almost all skin tones. The beauty of this BB cream is it’s buildable coverage to give additional correction for problem areas of the skin.  Primes, protects, hydrates and corrects. 

Bronzer: The Body Shop - Baked to Last Bronzer (available at The Body Shop)

Creates a sun-kissed glow with a subtle shimmer. Available in two shades for fair to tan skin.

Eyeshadow:  Turbine Cosmetics - Mineral Eyeshadow #50 (available at Turbine Fashion)

From the Earthy Neutrals collection, this medium neutral brown will subtly define the eyes.

Eyeliner: Lise Watier Waterproof Eyeliner – Brun Noir #672 (Shoppers Drug Mart)

A long-lasting waterproof eyeliner that glides on the eyelids for a fine, precise contour that lasts and lasts. Noir/Black is always a great option too!

Mascara:  L’oreal Voluminous Butterfly Effect (Shoppers Drug Mart)

One of the best drugstore mascaras there is, it delivers incredibly fanned out and bold, fluttering volume. The rubber bristles ensure lashes aren’t clumpy and it’s available in regular and waterproof formulas.

Lips:  Stila – Nude Interlude Color Balm Lipstick (Shoppers Drug Mart)

Ultra-creamy and hydrating, this gives lips moisture, color and shine in one swipe. Available in three shades, to suit light to tan skin tones, the shade Sophie is a great shade for medium skin tones.

Eyebrows:  Gosh – Eyebrow Pencil (Shoppers Drug Mart)

A dual-ended powder-based pencil to fill out and form eyebrows, this has a built-in brush for ultimate convenience.  Available in several shades, there’s a tone to suit every brow. Remember to use short feathery strokes for the most natural looking brows.

For convenient one-stop shopping, head over to Sunnyside Mall, Bedford, NS where all these products are sold.