Your Avon Sales Rep & You: THE BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT

Monday, May 18, 2009

THE BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT

COLORS :

Plum eyeliner will enhance the gold flecks in brown, hazel or green eyes. Brown eyeliner makes blue and gray eyes look bluer.

If you find your lipstick color is too strong for you, apply a soft beige lipstick under your lip color to soften the effect.

If you need to go from daytime makeup to a more glamorous nighttime makeup in a hurry, simply apply a shimmery shadow over your matte shadow. Also, apply a lip gloss over your lipstick and you will be all set.

Never wear a foundation that is too dark or too light. It will look unnatural no matter how much you blend.

Try using brighter, bolder colors of lipstick and eyeshadow for evening wear. This will create a more dramatic look.

Change your makeup colors with the seasons. You can use brighter colors in the summer when you are tanned. Your skin is usually paler in the winter months, calling for slightly paler shades of makeup.

Save frosted eyeshadows for evening wear as they can emphasize wrinkles and lines in the eye area when worn in the bright light of day.

Feel free to experiment with different techniques and different colors until you find your own comfort zone. It can be a lot of fun playing with makeup and seeing all the effects you make with it.

Lips look fuller if you apply a touch of gloss over your lipstick.

Clean your makeup brushes and sponges regularly. The natural oils from your skin can cause colors to change if your applicators are not kept clean.

NAILS :

If you have bubbles in your nail enamel after applying it, then you have probably applied your top coat too soon. After applying color, wait at least 10 minutes before applying top coat.

Don't shake your nail polish before applying since this causes air bubbles. Instead gently roll the bottle between your palms.

Applying a nail hardener instead of a top coat will help your manicure last longer. Your polish won't crack if your nails don't bend.

To make nails appear longer, leave a narrow strip on each side of your nail without color. This gives the illusion of length to your nails.

FRENCH MANICURE? Cool Tip! To get that pink “tinge” from your base coat to create that French manicure look on your nails, add 3 drops of red nail polish to your base coat, shake and apply directly to your nails. Voila! A French manicure just like in the salons!

When you have applied your makeup, remember the most important beauty tip of all -- SMILE! :-) You are always more beautiful when you are smiling.

Product Information :

If you ever have any questions regarding a certain product, or would like to know what some of the ingredients are in a particular cream or lotion, etc., please feel free to contact Avon directly by using their customer toll free # 1-800-265-AVON.

We, as reps, also recommend that if you have a favorite product that has been discontinued, you can phone Avon to request that they bring it back. If enough customers ask for a product to be made available again, it may just return in an upcoming brochure! Toll free @ 1-800-265-AVON.

As your rep, I will also gladly answer any questions you may have, and if I don't know the answer, I will find out for you!

Thanks! Joanne :-)

Brush Away Flaws...

You should always apply concealer with a brush. It creates a much more natural finish than your fingers, plus it gets into the shadowy corners that fingertips just can't reach. Professional make-up artists often apply concealer to the back of their hand and dab the brush against it to take on only small controlled amounts at a time. Try this trick, then apply the concealer only where you need it.

Hint: To conceal under eye circles, brush the concealer into the shadows avoiding any puffiness that surrounds the eye. Applying concealer to the puffiness itself is a common mistake that actually enhances dark circles.

Avon offers a complete range of make-up brushes to give you targeted coverage and seamless blending. Now you can brush your way to a more flawless complexion, just like the pros!

Customize Your Skin Care Routine :

Let’s face it… everyone’s skin is different. Some of us are dry, some of us are oily and some of us are somewhere in between. Whether you’re concerned with fine lines and wrinkles or dark circles and discolorations, it’s important to take a customized approach when it comes to skincare.

Take the Quiz
With so many great Avon products, it can sometimes become difficult to know which ones to use. Take the guesswork out of choosing the right ones, thanks to the Anew Beauty quiz. This interactive tool is fast and easy to use. Check it out by logging on to www.anewquiz.ca. In just 5 questions, you’ll have your very own personalized Anew anti-aging skin care plan.

Required Reading
Once you have your recommended routine, consult the Anew Guide to Skin Care. It will give you a detailed overview of each product along with key benefits and how to use them. While you’re there, why not take a moment to consult all of Avon's Skin Care Guides. These online magazine-style booklets are a quick and informative reference that can help you to become an Avon skin care expert.

The Secret Life of Hair...

Did you know that your hair not only says a lot about the way you look, but it also says a lot about your health? To unravel some of its mysteries, let’s take a closer look…

Dull, lifeless, brittle damaged hair?
If this scenario sounds familiar, then it could be a question of health, habits or genes. While you can’t change genetics, you can do a few things to change the rest:

The old adage “You are, what you eat” certainly has merit. Eat a healthy, well balanced diet, complete with hair-nourishing vitamins and minerals such as: Vitamin B, Zinc and Iron and you’re already off to a good start.

Treat your hair with a little TLC. Chemicals and heat are your hair’s worst enemies. Hot blow dryers and high heat appliances can actually boil the moisture under the cuticle, causing it to blister and lift. Chemicals in bleaches, hair colorants, perms and swimming pools can also lead to weakening of the hair shaft, resulting in ridges. All of this leads to dryness and ultimately to breakage.

Reversing the damage
Current research shows that some of the best treatments contain peptides to nourish the hair and silicone polymers, which act to lock in moisture, smooth the cuticle and eliminate frizz and flyaways. All are key to restoring the look of hair’s health.

(Rep Cafe, Avon Canada)