If you’re as big as a fan of bareMinerals as I am, I HIGHLY suggest you purchase their Get Started Kit.  You get to choose your shade of foundation, as well as receive a 7-piece set of essential tools: 3 brushes, 1 primer, 1 warmth foundation, and 1 mineral veil powder.  Although priced ~$65, this kit will not only last a lifetime, but also saves you  money when you buy all the tools together as a package, rather than separately.  You can buy this kit from places that sell bareMinerals, such as Sephora or Ulta, or online at BareEscentuals.com.