personally....use a good face wash everyday and go without foundation for a more natural look...topped off with lip gloss!

I have most of these products!

The paint pots are pricey but can be worth it if you are using them daily. Most people use them as an eyeshadow 'base' however, if you have oily lids, use an eye primer first. "Painterly" and "Bare Study" are popular. If you want a "wallet friendly" alternative, try NYX jumbo pencils. They work just as well.

I don't care for the CG foundation. It doesn't apply well on me-it's patchy, and reminds me of a tinted moisturizer (which I am not a fan of). When I want to look like I am wearing 'less' or 'natural', I take my moisturizer and mix it with my foundation (I used liquid). Application is key when your desired outcome is natural as well....I use a sponge or brush to apply.

The tarte cheek tint is great!

Burt's Bees is very very SHEER. I like using a lipstain and then going over with a clear or lightly tinted gloss!

Great article!

I adore Lashblast Length, but it really comes down to what you need. If you want length, this is great. but if you want curl and volume, try the regular LashBlast or Maybelline's Falsies. (though for best curl, you should, you know, curl your lashes first)

I've been meaning to try the paint pots by MAC. But I never wear makeup these days except to go out so dunno if its worth the $30 investment.

PS: Has anyone else tried that mascara and had it just fail? I dunno why but it just did not do anything for my lashes :(

Love the idea of tips, yet you should have used more "natural items" to acheive the natural look.....