Sure, we could apply most makeup with our fingers, but what are we, animals? (You know, like all those makeup-applying chimps you see? Yeah, OK, maybe not.) For precise application, every woman needs a good set of makeup tools.

To find out which are the best of the best, we asked TotalBeauty.com readers to name their top makeup tools. Everything is here, from the perfect eyelash curler to the foundation brush you won't know how you ever lived without. Check them out and start building your civilized makeup kit toot sweet.

No. 13: Shiseido Eyelash Curler, $19

Click here to see why readers think it's "the most perfectly designed eyelash curler."

Tip: blasting the curler with a blow dryer for a quick second before using can make your curl last even longer.

No. 12: Too Faced Kabuki Brush, $30

Readers say this "minimizes pores like nobody's business," see how here.

Tip: When applying mineral makeup with a brush like this it's important to blend, blend, blend, and when you think you're done blending, blend some more. It's really the best way to get a natural-looking finish.

No. 11: Bare Escentuals Maximum Coverage Concealer Brush, $20

Readers say this covers "everything," see what they mean here.

Tip: Covering blemishes is tricky business; do it wrong and you can make things way worse. Check out this video for a step-by-step to doing it right.

No. 10: Smashbox Arced Eyeliner Brush #21, $20

See here why readers say this brush will get you looking "as glam as a Hollywood starlet."

Tip: A nice eyeliner brush like this allows you to turn any powder or cream shadow into an eyeliner -- so you'll always have your liner match your shadow (if you want) and there's no need to spend extra cash on other products!

No. 9: Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler, $19

Yep, it's "legendary" for a reason, readers say. See why here.

Tip: Don't just curl the base of your lashes. If you also wiggle the curler up to about the mid point of your lashes and curl there too you'll have a more dramatic look.

Click here to see the eight more tools you shouldn't live without!

So you've got the tools, now you need the right makeup to use them with. Find it here:

• The perfect foundation for your skin

• Mascara worthy of a "legendary" curler

• Eyeshadows that don't know the meaning of the words "crease" or "quit"