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Ive always been intrigued by the idea of natural makeup.
But good for you doesnt always equal enjoyable, am I right?
(Im looking at you, wheatgrass.)
So I must admit, Ive been skeptical to make the jump to natural.
Will the color hold up?
What will the texture be like?
Justhowgranola is this gonna be?
Not only did I discover an entire new set of go-tos, but my makeup (and skin!)
game has never been better.
Read on to see my must-haves.
But this formula from Dr. Hauschka is enough to get me to slow down for a second.
Its smooth and blendable and doesnt look like a mask, as foundation often can.
Its even great as a blemish banisher.
A small dab with a brush or Q-tip is enough to spot treat any sudden pimple.
And just as the name suggests, RMSs Un Cover-Up is super light.
it decreases the size of my beauty bag tremendously.
(Bag lady no more!)
Most, in fact, were edible.
(Yep, fruit is actually what gives this matte stain its color.)
Both the texture and color pay-off in this little tube are noteworthy.
Its much more delicate.
Bonus points: Its formulated with black tea and cocoa.
Any excuse for more chocolate in life, right?
(You could even say Im the Goldilocks of brow pencils.)
Its color lasts all day and doesnt smudge if you accidentally brush by your face.
My only complaint is the tip requires sharpening every few days to stay perfectly pointed for those on-fleek brows.
Because my love of eye product runs deep, I was probably the most excited to test out eyeshadow.
This 100% natural rice powder-based powder is much lighter than most eyeshadows Im used to.
The sheerness of the hues make them perfect for layering and blending.
I find myself using one or two colors together to shade and define the lid.
They take up no space, and it’s possible for you to apply with your fingers.
This eye girl can get behind that.
(Lauren Conrad, Im coming for you!)
(I have a funny habit of smearing it everywhere, including my teeth.
But this buttery formula is smooth and pleasant to weareven on my chapped, colorless lips.
The full-color pigment is rich and eye-catching, ideal for special occasions or even a night in with takeout.
Plus, not a single mark on my teeth.
