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18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

From sexy selfies to contoured cheeks, we caught these beauty queens sharing cool beauty moments backstage at the 2015 Victoria’s Secret fashion show. Take a look and find out a few of their beauty secrets, too.
By Deena Campbell · Updated October 27, 2020
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Lais Ribeiro and Maria Borges seen backstage taking a quick selfie with beautiful smiles. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

Joan Smalls takes a pose while hairstylists use Beachwaver hair tools to give her beachy waves for the show.

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

Smalls knows that manicured nails are not only great on the runway, but the perfect accessory when texting friends. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

Borges prepares to make history. This is the first time a model as worn natural hair at the show. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Borges’ bold brows and flawless skin make for perfect runway look. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

“It’s important to always be yourself,” says Borges. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

Cindy Bruna is seen with Devon Windsor backstage with pinned hair and freshly manicured toes. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

“The key to having a great body is yoga, boxing and having a [great] personal trainer,” says Bruna. “I have to say, I don’t eat well all the time, but I eat well 2-weeks before the show to feel less guilty!” 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

Joan Smalls’ lightly contoured foundation and blush sets the scene backstage before she hit the runway. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

“I always go to Frederic Fekkai salons for the 5–step treatment when maintaining my hair between shows,” says Bruna.

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

“I love LaRoche-Posay products for my face,” says Bruna. “It really does wonders for my skin.”

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

Daniela Braga and Maria Borges seen backstage with rosy lips and cheeks. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

Gracie Carvalho and Maria Borges serve flawless skin while posing backstage. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

(L-R) Sara Sampaio, Leila Nda, Cindy Bruna, Taylor Hill, Maria Borges, Leomie Anderson and Daniela Braga bring it in for a quick beauty shot backstage. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

Sharam Diniz is seen backstage with pinned hair and nver little makeup. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

Gracie Carvalho gets a touch of concealer for the lingerie brand’s biggest night. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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A side profile of Bruna checking her makeup before hitting the runway. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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Backstage Beauties

Sharam Diniz and Elsa Hosk share smiles and beachy waves. 

18 Backstage Beauty Moments From the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
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