For someone who loves clothes and makeup as much as I do, it's ironic that I often feel my best and prettiest self when pared down to the basics. Maybe it's the confidence that shines through with a fresh face and simple style, but I am a big proponent of an all-natural appearance. Here I have included a few of my favorite ways to build an effortless look from the inside out.

I am a firm believer that beauty starts from within. I try to incorporate as many fruits and veggies as I can into my day, and like to load up on Green Juice early on. My basic recipe is as follows: Blend together 1, 11-Ounce Container Coconut Water, 2 Cups Fresh Spinach, 1 Ripe Banana, 1/4 Cup Frozen Pineapple Chunks, 1 Tablespoon Flax Seed (Optional), and Ice; sip happily.

Your skin is your largest organ, so it's important to treat it as such, and 'feed' it the best ingredients possible. If you've been following along with me, you know my beauty routine is mostly comprised of natural products. This Seventh Generation Soothing Skin Serum [available at Walgreens] is no exception. With Oat Extract and Chamomile, the calming formula works to relieve aggravated and stressed cells. I apply a drop or two to my face before bed, and awake with a smooth, toned, complexion.

I love a good glitter manicure, but sometimes a neutral nail is nice - especially when showing off other pretties.

I've embraced the fact that I have some unruly hair; it's thick and wavy, and seems to have a mind of its own. I keep it healthy with regular trims [every six weeks] and take a less is more approach to styling. My method of choice is to allow it to air-dry, apply Organic Coconut Oil as a smoothing agent, and then generally let it run wild.

In my book, there is nothing simpler or more au naturale when it comes to getting dressed, than a basic white tee shirt and a comfortable pair of jeans. With the addition of a dainty gold chain [or two, in my case], leather flip-flops, and windblown tresses, I am good-to-go - whether picking flowers in the garden or heading into town.

There is no substitute for a good workout when it comes to getting your glow on. Poolside yoga is my summertime staple for breaking a sweat and upping my endorphin count while I am at it.

Say Cheese; Grin; Flash Your Pearly Whites; Smile - No matter how you phrase it, a smile is your best built-in accessory.

It pays to actually spend some time in nature. I always feel connected and grounded when I take a bit - if even for a couple of minutes - to step outside and away from the grind of daily life. I promise you'll be all the happier for it, and in the words of Audrey Hepburn [a true natural beauty] "...happy girls are the prettiest girls".

Disclosure: I received a free sample of this product from Lucky and Seventh Generation for use in connection with this blog.