Get these Looks & Stay On-Trend for Summer

What’s hot now for eyeshadow? Plum for Summer eyes — from light violets to deep burgundies. Try the rich, vibrant color in a single sweep with the True Color Eyeshadow Single ($4) in matte finish shade Plum Burgundy. For two complimentary shades in one, check out the True Color Eyeshadow Duo ($6) in shade palette Candied Violet. Want sparkle and glitz with your color? Then you’ll love the luxurious, silky texture and ultra fine pigments of the Eye Dimensions Eyeshadow ($9), shade Sweetheart Plum. The last plum recommendation for your Summer eye makeup is the versatile True Color 8-in-1 Eyeshadow Palette ($10.99) in Plum Essentials. The possibilities are endless with these top rated gorgeous beauty products!

For the finishing touch on your Summer eye makeup, bring your look from bare to dare with Avon mascara! For winged out flutter with filigree bristles try the SuperExtend Winged Out Mascara ($8) Choose from: Black, Blackest Black, and Brown Black. Looking for a classic, tapered wire brush with waterproof volume? Be sure to grab the Wash-Off Waterproof Mascara($8) Comes in Black, only. For weightless volume with a unique, star-shaped brush useAeroVolume Mascara ($8) for a verical lift! Available in Black, Brown Black and Blackest Black.To get classic volume with a super-sized brush to coat and separate lashes, try the popularSuperShock Mascara ($8). Let’s pump up that volume and get into some more daring mascaras from Avon; the SuperShock Max Mascara ($9) is a personal favorite of mine. I love the oversized helix brush with zig zag design. It delivers maximum volume with the shade choice of Black or Brown Black. This one also comes in a Black shade that is waterproof! Have you tried any of the “Big &” mascaras from Avon? Like a curved brush? You’ll want to check out the Big & Daring Volume Mascara ($9) for 5 times the volume! Choose from Black, Brown Black, Blackest Black, and Waterproof Black. Don’t forget, falsies are in — easily apply the Big & False Lash Volume Mascara ($9) to double your lash volume smoothly with the fiber-blend formula. This mascara is available in shades Black, Brown Black, and Blackest Black.

Wondering what’s hot for Summer in the way of lipstick? This Summer it’s all about peach for your lips — from peachy pinks to bold corals! Formulated with SPF 15 and with over 50% of its formula being of moisturizing ingredients, try the Ultra Color Absolute Lipstick ($9) in shade Caring Coral. For luxurious, weightless gel color that is free of heavy waxes, use Ultra Color Indulgence Lip Color ($9) in shade Peach Petunia. Have you tried a lip crayon, yet? You’ve got to check out the rich lip color and liner all in one, the Ultra Color Lip Crayon ($8) in cream finish shade Just Rosy. Need your lip color to last long into the hot Summer night? Apply Extra Lasting Lipstick ($10) for 24 hours of comfortable wear. This formula keeps your lips from feeling dry so you don’t have to compromise anything!

BEAUTY CHAT: Which products and shade palettes, mentioned in today’s blog post, are you most excited to try out this Summer? Share in the comments below! **Please note that all prices listed are the current, regular cost. Check out my Avon eStore to see if there are any sales or special offers applicable.

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Get Hooked Up this Summer on mark. Hook Ups

mark. Hook ups are ideal for a girl on the go. Summer is full of vacations, parties, and other events; and no one wants to carry more than they have to. Hook ups allow you to take two looks and use the mark. hook up connector to make them one. This creates a space saver in your makeup stash without skimping on trend or product! So, where will Summer take you this year? How will you get hooked up on mark hook ups?

Will it be at a backyard BBQ or a music festival? Will you be feeling carefree or rebellious? Start with the where and let me show you the how — just pick your destination and mood and determine the perfect connection (a.k.a. a complete hook up)!

PICK YOUR DESTINATION:

You’re going….

Out with your guy — try all time eye in tender love. ($10)

To celebrate your BFF’s birthday — wear on the edge in gilt trip. ($10)

To a music festival/concert — go for all time eye in sun ray. ($10)

To a backyard BBQ — rock on the edge in blue chrome. ($10)

To work on a same-old day — use on the edge in medusa. ($10)

Out for drinks after work — add all time eye in thunder cloud. ($10)

To the beach — apply on the edge in bronze edge. ($10)

PICK YOUR MOOD:

You’re feeling….

Rebellious — wear glow baby glow in wined up. ($10)

Sassy — add total kiss up smashing. ($10)

Flirty — go for glow baby glow in chica luxe. ($10)

Confident — rock glow baby glow in blow kisses. ($10)

Chill — use total kiss up belle. ($10)

Fun — try glow baby glow in girly girl. ($10)

Carefree — apply glow baby glow in pretty femme. ($10)

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Day to Night Beauty Essentials for Summer (Part 3)

Beachy plump pout for day — Outshine the sun with soft, plump lips. Dive right in by layering conditioner, liner, lipstick, and gloss! 

Glimmersticks Lip Liner — Regularly priced at $7. Enhances the wear of any lipstick. Long-wearing, retractable, and self-sharpening. As of this post, this lip liner has a 4.5 out of 5 star rating based on online customer reviews. There are 12 creamy matte finish shades to choose from.

Beyond Color Lipstick — Formulated with retinol, collagen, and SPF 15. This plumping lipstick is regularly priced at $8 and there are 15 satin finish shades available. Also available is the colorless Beyond Color Lip Conditioner. As of this post, this product has a 4.3 out of 5 star rating.

Ultra Glazewear Lip Gloss — Burst of brilliant shine, this top rated lip gloss is regularly priced at $6. There are 20 shades in 3 finishes (Cream, Sparkle, and Shimmer) to choose from. This lip gloss is formulated with Avon’s True Color Technology, so what you see is what you get! Doe-foot applicator and has a 4 out of 5 star rating.

Bold kissable lips for nights — Kiss your new summer love and give lips something to say with bold, rich color. 

Perfectly Matte Lipstick — Velvety-smooth feel with lasting comfort. 12 shades available, regularly priced at $9. As of this post, this perfectly matte finished lipstick has a 4.4 out of 5 star rating based on online customer reviews.

Ultra Color Lipstick — Vibrant, stay-true color. Available in Satin, Shimmer, and Bold finishes with a total of 48 shades to choose from. This Avon True Color Technology lipstick is regularly priced at 8 and has a 4.3 out of 5 star rating.

There you have it, beauts! Your guide to everything beauty you need to make the days and nights of your Summer hot!!

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Day to Night Beauty Essentials for Summer (Part 2)

Waterproof wear for day — No more raccoon eyes! Waterproof liner, shadow and mascara for a smudge-free, pool-side look. 

SuperExtend Mascara — Long lengths. Lengthening brush with tapered bristles. Waterproof and is only available in shade Black. This product is regularly priced at $8. At the time of this posting, this mascara has a 3.9 out of 5 star rating based on online customer reviews.

Extra Lasting Eyeshadow Inks — 18 hours of worry-free wear. Stay true, cream-gel formula with pure color pigments. Crease-proof, sweat-proof and waterproof. There are 6 shades to choose from. This product has a 3.8 out of 5 star rating and is regularly priced at $7.

Always On Point Eye Liner — Twist cap for a perfect point every time. Smudge and waterproof, available in 4 shades. This eye liner is regularly priced at $8 and has a 4 out of 5 star rating based on online customer reviews.

Sultry smoke for night — Give eyes some sizzle with bold lines, dynamic shadow and lash-transforming mascara. 

True Color Eyeshadow Quad — Numbered, stay-true shades. Available in Multi and All-Matte finishes with a total of 18 shade quads to choose from. This product is regularly priced at $8 and currently has a 4.6 out of 5 star rating based on online customer reviews.

Mega Effects Mascara — Panoramic volume. Avon’s first ever wonderbrush that transforms lashes from corner to corner. Available in Black and Blackest Black shades. As of this post, this mascara has a 3.7 out of 5 star rating based on online customer reviews. The regular price is $10.

Mega Effects Liquid Eye Liner — Calligraphy tip for ultimate control and dramatic lines. 2-in-1 slanted-tip eye liner gets you close to the lash line with an ergonomic grip. The regular cost of this liner is $8 and has a 3.7 out of 5 star rating.

Stay tuned for the final post to the Day to Night Summer Beauty Essentials which will reveal how to get that beachy plump pout for Summer days + bold kissable lips for Summer nights! 

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Day to Night Beauty Essentials for Summer

From SPF BFFs to waterproof glam, survive the Summer with Avon’s top beauty picks.

Invisible sun protection for day — Get ready for sunnier days with skin-loving, multitasking lightweight primer, BB and CC creams with essential SPF protection. 

MagiX Face Perfector — Blurs the look of pores and lines. SPF 20. Colorless skin-perfecting and lightweight gel-to-powder formula is perfect for all skin tones. Photo-ready, flawless finish. Use primer alone or before foundation for a smooth application. Regularly priced at $11 and has a 4.5 out of 5 star online customer rating.

Ideal Flawless BB Beauty Balm Cream — Multi-benefit care plus coverage. SPF 15. Lightweight coverage. Satin finish. Available in 5 shades and is regularly priced at $10. This BB Cream has a 4.2 out of 5 star online customer rating.

Ideal Flawless CC Color Corrector Cream — Protect plus correct. SPF 50+. Buildable, light to medium coverage. 5 shades to choose from all with a radiant finish. Regularly priced at $11 and with a 4.1 out of 5 star rating from online customers.

Gorgeous Glow for night — Get your glow on for those hot Summer nights with buildable bronzer and radiant blush.

Be Blushed Cheek Color — Hint of creamy color and perfect for on-the-go. Dewy, radiant finish with 8  gorgeous shades to choose from. Regularly priced at $8 and has a 4.6 out of 5 star rating from online customers.

Ideal Luminous Blush — Naturally luminous finish that delivers silky-smooth, long-wearing color. There are 13 shades available and is regularly priced at $9. Swipe on a pop of color that illuminates your features! This product has a 4.4 out of 5 star online customer rating.

Avon Glow Bronzing Powder — Buildable bronze with that instant, radiant glow. 3 shades to choose from; Sunkissed Glow, Warm Glow, and Light Bronze. This product is regularly priced at $9 and has a 4.1 out of 5 star rating based on online customer reviews.

Avon Glow Bronzing Pearls — Buildable bronze glow that blends easily for a radiant look. Regularly priced at $9 and is available in 2 shades. Based on online customer reviews, this product has a 3.7 out of 5 star rating.

Stay tuned for additional parts to be added to the Day to Night Summer Beauty Essentials,which will cover hot products and trends for eyes and lips!

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Summer Beauty Report: Makeup Tips & Trends

No wonder a lightened-up makeup look has ruled the runways season after season — it has that effortless vibe everyone wants in the Summer. Avon Celebrity Makeup Artist, Kelsy Deenihan says: “To achieve the no-makeup makeup look, stick to a fresh face and neutral shades,” Kelsey goes on to say “The point of a no-makeup makeup is to enhance your natural features without adding color to make any part of the face pop.” Here’s how:

SKIN: Mix equal parts mark. Got the Goods Multi-Benefit Foundation and mark. That’s Brilliant Face & Eye Luminizer for sheer coverage with a radiant finish.

CHEEKS: For a flushed look with extra radiance, you can also blend mark. Touch & Glow Shimmer Cream Cubes in Pearly Glow over the apples of the cheeks.

SHADOW: Apply a thin veil of mark. All Time Eye Hook-up Longwear Eyeshadow in Tender Love on the lids. The neutral champagne color will catch the light and open the eyes without looking too heavy or dramatic.

LINER: If you can’t go without eyeliner, stick to a medium-brown such as the mark. No Place to Run Longwear Eye Liner in Foxy Brown. The cognac color will define the eyes without being too dark.

MASCARA: Opt for a brown mascara like the mark. Lash Act Build & Define Mascara in Brown Black. This will help keep the eyes soft instead of an edgy dark look.

LIPS: For a hint of color and lasting hydration, go for the mark. All Butt Now Lip Treat in Bare All. These mark. lip butters delivery a rich, buttery shine without a harsh chemical taste. I personally love the sweet fruity mango flavor!

PRICES FOR THE PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN TODAY’S BLOG POST:
mark. Got the Goods Multi-Benefit Foundation $14
mark. That’s Brilliant Face & Eye Luminizer $14
mark. Touch & Glow Shimmer Cream Cubes $16
mark. All Time Eye Hook-up Longwear Eyeshadow $10
mark. No Place to Run Longwear Eye Liner $10
mark. Lash Act Buil & Define Mascara $12
mark. All Butter Now Lip Treat $11

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My New Makeup Obsession: True Color Lip Crayons

Afternoon, beauts — Before today I had only heard of lip crayons… I never tried them out. I had a few customers order some lately and so I had asked: “What’s the buzz on these lip crayons?” What I found out was that these True Color Lip Crayons are: Easy to use, Have a convenient/simplistic packaging for outings/trips, Well-pigmented color (12 shades to choose from), and Available in two finishes for different looks (Shimmer and Cream). I was quite curious to try one out for myself and while a few different shades struck my fancy, I went with shade Risque Rose for my first. It has a Shimmer finish and is a cute shade of pink. If you are not a fan of sparkle, this lip crayon shade is not the one for you — Instead, stick to the Cream finish shades to suit your style. 

As of this blog post, the Avon True Color Lip Crayon has a 3.6 out of 5 star rating with 100 Online Customer Reviews. The only thing that I do not like about how the Lip Crayons are listed online, is that there is no mention of which shades are Shimmer and which ones are Cream. I feel that perhaps the products rating would be higher if shoppers had a better understanding of what they were ordering. Below you will find the list of which shades are of a Shimmer (sparkly) finish and which shades are of a Cream (non-sparkly) finish.

SHIMMER FINISH SHADES:
Reddy for Me, Mauve Model, Risque Rose, Mod Mocha, and Pouty Plum.

CREAM FINISH SHADES:
Pink Premier, Charming Pink, Berry Blush, Plum Perfect, Red Haute, Fairest Nude, and Just Rosy.

This product is regularly priced at $8 each, but often goes on sale or runs under a special promotion. Be sure to check out my Avon eStore for current pricing as well as the complete list of product ingredients.

Discover the True Color Technology. Reveal the perfect pout with a full sweep of shimmery high-shine color. Infused with Vitamin E and Shea Butter for rich, creamy lip color and liner in one.

BENEFITS:• Rich, creamy lip color and liner in one.
• Twists up for more product.
• Sheer to medium coverage.
• Creamy formula with Vitamin E and Shea Butter.
• Glides on smooth and easy.
• Ease of a pencil with the coverage of a lipstick.
• Rich, creamy color.
• Shades designed for every skin tone.
• .098 oz net wt.

TO USE:• Glide onto lips.
• No need to sharpen; just twist for more product.

Online Customer Comments about Ultra Color Lip Crayon:

“I purchased 3 of the lip crayons in Berry Blush (03920830), Red Haute (03920840) and Fairest Nude (03920870). I am constantly getting compliments when wearing any of them but if I had to pick a favorite, I’d say the Red Haute is it!”

“OMG! I’m in love! So in love…that I have 6 colors and I’m working on owning them all! Goes on great, lasts a long time, brilliant popping colors that don’t feather. Hoping for more colors in the future!”

“Let’s see, lipstick, liner, filler, ombre….so many applications and the color stays and feels good on my lips! Versatile! Great colors!”

“I love this crayon and will buy again. It stays on, feels good color is just right. Really like the shape and tube. Thanks”

“I purchased the Pouty Plum Lip Crayon, and it is such a gorgeous color! I will say that it’s a little bit darker than I thought it would be, but I can put a lighter color lip gloss over it to tone it down. If there could be another Plum color, a bit lighter, that would be perfect! These Lip Crayons go on quickly and look creamy and beautiful. I highly recommend them!”

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Bronzed Matte Makeup Tutorial w/ Avon Celeb MUA Lauren Anderson

Hey, beauts! The weekend is near so I figured it was a perfect time to cover one of the latest beauty trends: bronzed matte makeup! With Avon makeup products, it is easy and fun to achieve this trendy look. Check out Avon Celebrity Makeup Artist, Lauren Anderson's makeup tutorial video below --- then, read on for info on the products used, as well as the opportunity to order them online!

                      

Just like Lauren Anderson did in her video, let's start with the True Color Matte Eyeshadow Quad in shade Desert Sunset. This shade palette is warm in color and right on trend with the matte finish! Regularly priced at $8. You can check out my Avon eStore to see if this product is currently on sale or under a special promotional offer. 

Next, let's talk about the Avon Glow Bronzing Powder. This product is available in 3 different shades: Sunkissed Glow, Warm Glow, and Light Bronze. It is regularly priced at $9, but as with any Avon product - check online for current deals. Avon Glow is a makeup collection of sun-inspired beauty! This silky, luminous bronzer blends easily for a streak-free, radiant look. Here's another beauty tip: The secret to believable bronze is to dust powder where the sun naturally hits...cheekbones, nose and forehead.

After getting your eyes all glowed up, it is time to define the lash line with Glimmersticks Eye Liner in shade Cosmic Brown (Reg. price is $7). Glimmersticks Eye Liner gives you beautiful stay put colors, you can wear all day! The dazzling colors define and enhance your eyes! The retractable eyeliner creates a perfect point that allows for easy precision application. Stay put eyeliner wont move or face and is perfect for long wear! 

Once that is done, accentuate your lashes with Avon's new Big & Multiplied Volume Mascara(Reg. price is $9). This mascara is available in 3 shades: Black, Brown/Black, and Blackest Black. Our first triple-threat mascara: detangling + serious seperation + head-turning volume! For the ultimate look in lash fullness. Featuring a killer combo of brushing and combing zones that instantly seperate and volumize lashes. Designed with Smart Slip Technology, our mascara sticks to lashes, not to itself. Good-bye unruly lashes! 

Last but certainly not least, use the Perfectly Matte Lipstick in shade Marvelous Mocha. I am a huge fan or matte lips and Avon's Perfectly Matte line is truly top-of-the-line! An extremely smooth, completely matte lipstick that never cakes, cracks, or compromises. Seals in moisture for a lightweight velvety feel. Our new matte lipstick comes in 12 bold, beautiful colors for any long-lasting, chic look. Regular price is $9. Check out youravon.com/ssandis for current Avon Sales & Special Offers.



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A Beauty Guide on Avon Makeup Brushes

I used to be the girl who applied liquid foundation with my fingertips — the girl who used the sponge applicators (that come in the eyeshadow palettes) to apply my eyeshadow. I would try to create new and exciting lippy looks by mixing my lipsticks and never even knowing that there was such a thing as a “lip brush“. Then, when I would go to use my lipstick again, it was never the shade it was supposed to be — but instead my own shade creation. Ugh! What was I doing wrong? I saw others using these big, fluffy brushes and such and I thought — is all of that really necessary? Does it really make a difference? So, last year shortly after I signed up online tobecome an Avon Representative, I gave in to what I thought at the time to be “the hype” and ordered a few of the Avon Pro Makeup Brushes.

The first brushes that I tried out were: the Avon Pro Eyeshadow Brush and the Avon Pro Crease Brush. I didn’t want to go all out if I found that these really weren’t necessary for me. I set aside the sponge applicator that I had been using and dabbed the new eyeshadow brush in my Avon True Color Eyeshadow Quad (shade Chocolate Sensation!).

My first impression was how simple it was to get the product on the brush. With the sponge applicator, you have to sort of dig in at it and smear it on — not with the Avon Pro Eyeshadow Brush, though! All I had to do was a gentle tap, a smooth, effortless tap and I was all prepped. I applied the first quad shade on my inner eye lid, blending outward toward the center. I flipped the brush over to the “clean side” and prepped it with the second quad shade. At this point I was thinking: “Wow, this is really easy — and fast!” To finish off my look, I grabbed the Avon Pro Crease Brush to use the remaining quad shades and give me the smoky look I adore. No mess, no fuss, just a girl playing with some makeup.

After I had my eyes all dolled up, I took a good look in the mirror. My eyeshadow seemed to be more even than it had ever had before. These brushes are very easy to use and it was then that I realized that I did need these in my life. *Insert dramatic faced emoticon here*

My take on these beauty tools:
Application time was reduced due to the ease of these tools. The finished look appears to have a more professional finish than what my prior application process was giving me. I highly recommend everyone who wears makeup to have a set of pro-style makeup brushes. I feel that anyone who enjoys applying makeup and trying out new techniques will find Avon’s Pro Makeup Brushes to be effective tools to their process.

My next makeup brush purchase from Avon was the Avon Pro Kabuki Brush. I use this to apply my Smooth Minerals Powder Foundation. (Which, by the way, I am absolutely in love with! I had never noticed how perfumed my previous face makeup was until using the Smooth Minerals product. There is zero fragrance to it and it works wonders for my sensitive skin and covering up any imperfections. Gives a gorgeous glow, also.) The Kabuki Brush has no long handle to it, you just cup it in your hand and swirl softly on your face. The bristles aren’t tough nor harsh and work great in getting the powder blended all over.

My most recent Avon Pro Makeup Brush purchase was the Avon Pro Blush Brush. I use this brush in applying my Smooth Minerals Blush. (Another fabulous product! I currently have shade Blushing Mauve. This gives such a pretty pink and rosy glow to my cheeks. Great for defining my cheekbones, too! You can dab as little or as much as is your style!) I have noticed that Avon’s Blush Brush does shed a bristle or two at times. This doesn’t happen every time and when it does it’s easy enough to get the stray bristle off. Worth mentioning to you all though! Overall, I do like the ease of the brush. I like the longer handle for applying my blush as it seems to aid me in not overdoing it when I don’t have to. The longer handle seems to give me more control over where i’m applying my blush to.

My Avon Pro Makeup Brush Collection is no where near complete, there are many more brushes that I will be trying out soon! Avon’s branch-brand mark. has a new mini brush set coming out soon. This comes complete with an adorable gold bag to hold them in! That is for sure on my wishlist… what about you? Browse and shop 24/7 and when you are ready, order online at youravon.com/ssandis.  FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $40, no code needed! First time shopper with me? Use coupon code WELCOME to get 20% off your order of $50 or more!! Thanks for reading and please give my post a share — come back soon to read more on Avon/mark. product news, deals, giveaways, and more!!