1. My best back to school make up would usually be something more light and natural. I tend to stay away from foundation, because foundation does not look good on me, so I go straight to a light dust of brown eyeshadow. Then I add a darker shade of brown on the crease and just line my waterline and tight line with a black eyeliner pencil. I use a tad bit of bronzer (since it is the summer time), add a shimmery lip gloss (something with a tint of pink). A MUST, MUST, MUST make up product for me is mascara! I have to curl my lashes and add at least 2 coats of mascara, it makes SUCH a difference to my face.
2. My number one tip would be to use proper products. For this look I use the 3rd edition palette from BH cosmetics because there are a lot of neutrals (especially in the bottom section), and I do not want to go to school with loads of colour on my face.