The "No-Makeup Makeup" Summer Beauty Trend

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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Avon Ideal Flawless Pressed Powder

Evening, beauts — tonight i’m going to highlight a top rated makeup product from Avon. As of this post, the Ideal Flawless Pressed Powder has a 4.3 out of 5 star rating with 108 online customer reviews. The product is regularly priced at $10 but please be sure to check out my Avon eStore to see if there any any current promotional offers.

Flawless finish! INVISIBLEND TECHNOLOGY. Avon’s exclusive patent-pending technology with skin-matching pigments in various sizes and shapes, softens light from every angle for perfectly invisible coverage. This product is available in 10 flawless shades.

Hide flaws and imperfections easily with Ideal Flawless Pressed Powder. Lightweight powder swipes on for sheer to medium coverage that looks and feels so natural. The foundation has a matte finish that gives your skin a soft glowing look that hides the flaws and lights up your natural beauty! Pressed powder is comfortable to wear all day and gives you a natural soft finish.

 BENEFITS:
• Lightweight, no caking
• Natural soft finish
• Easy to blend
• Skin matching pigments to get your perfect skin tone
• Sheer to medium coverage
• Eliminates shine
• Perfect for quick touch-ups

TO USE:
• Apply powder with provided puff
• Blend product completely over face

.4 oz. net wt. 

Made in China

Online Customer Comments about Ideal Flawless Pressed Powder:

“I have lupus and my skin sometimes have difficulties. i am not big on makeup, but this s so light and makes my complexion smother.”

“I use the translucent or neutral to hide pores and reduce shine. It feels light and natural, and never worsens my skin.”

“I love this pressed powder because it gives my skin a natural, soft and lightly matte finish. No caking, no heaviness….just a nice finish that looks and feels completely natural. An added benefit is that I rarely even need to touch up! Other face powders required touch-up every few hours but not this one. This is the ONLY face powder I will ever buy from here on in!”

“I have extremely sensitive skin which is prone to breakouts and redness when I use certain products. This powder is so light it does not clog my pores. It does not irritate my skin. It also lasts long, my face does not look oily and I rarely have to touch up.”

PROS:

• Blends Well
• Controls Shine
• Covers Well
• Doesn’t Settle In Creases
• Easy To Apply
• Lightweight
• Long-Lasting
• Silky Finish

BEST USES:

• Acne Prone Skin
• Oily Skin
• Sensitive Skin

Shop more Ideal Flawless — Ideal Flawless Invisible Coverage Cream-to-Powder Foundation,Ideal Flawless Invisible Coverage Liquid Foundation, Ideal Flawless Concealer Stick, Ideal Flawless CC Color Corrector Cream, Ideal Flawless Loose Powder, Ideal Flawless Cream Concealer, andIdeal Flawless BB Beauty Balm Cream.

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Beauty Tips & Tools: A Guide to Avon Pro 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!!

Avon Spring Fashion, Makeup, & Fragrance Preview

Happy Friday, beauts! Today on the blog i’m going to be showing you what is now available on my Avon eStore, in the way of Spring Fashion, Makeup, and Fragrance. There’s never been a better time to shop Avon online — get with the trends and treat yourself!

SPRING FASHION: 
Spring into style with all new pieces from mark. The mark. Go With The Floral Kimono ($38) will reflect your true spirit with its colorful floral print. CLICK TO ORDER.

Also pictured and available to purchase online are perfect accessories: mark. New Age Necklace ($44) Stone-and-meta jewelry echoes your down-to-earth nature; the mark. Festival Flair Hand Chain ($26) This stunning hand chain is destined to be noticed; and the mark. Oh-So Boho Earrings ($22) Unlock the bottom medallion for a different look. Burnished silvertone metal with semi-precious stones.

SHOP THESE SPRING FASHIONS + MORE ONLINE AT YOURAVON.COM/SSANDIS

SPRING MAKEUP:Freshen up your beauty this Spring with these all new products!

Back by popular demand, the Ideal Flawless Loose Powder (Special Pricing $7.99 — Will be $12) Super-silky, fine-textured powder conceals imperfections and provides a flawless matte finish. Blends well and won’t settle into lines.

Also new are the little treats for your lips, the Limited Edition Tropical Treats Lip Balm. There are three flavors to choose from: Pineapple Paradise, Coconut Cocktail, and Berry Bliss. Keep your lips looking pretty and feeling soft. ($.99 each)

Give your mani a trendy Spring look with the mark. Precious Petals Nailed It Mini Nail Lacquers ($7 for the set). Spring’s hottest shades are in full bloom in this duo, featuring shades green thumb, not your garden-variety shimmery green, and steel magnolia, a strong-yet-feminine shimmery silver.

SPRING FRAGRANCES:Let yourself bloom with Avon fragrances!

The newest fragrance for Her is from the ever-popular Today, Tomorrow, Always fragrance line:Daydream Eau de Parfum Spray (Special pricing $20, Will be $30). Get lost in a dream with a romantic bouquet of alluring immortelle flower and creamy gardenia wrapped in warm sandalwood. Applies quickly with a long-lasting, all day fragrance; soothing perfume calms all moods with its floral aroma. • Top Notes: Sparkling Ginger, Immortelle Flower, Cassis • Middle Notes: Gardenia, Jasmine Sambac China, Orange Blossom • Bottom Notes: Sandalwood, Miel de Provence, Soft Musk.

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Additional “Spring Breeze” Offers Include: (not limited to, check out everything online)
Avon Spa-Inspired Candles 2 for $22 — Save over 40%! Choose from scents: White Sandalwood, Green Bamboo, Calming Waters, and Eucalyptus Mint.

Avon Living Spring Candles 3 for $30 — Save up to $29.97! Choose from scents: Fresh Lemon, Dewy Lilac, and Crisp Cottom. Mix or Match!

All orders over $40 ship for FREE, right to your home address via the Direct Delivery option on my Avon eStore. First time shopper with me? Use coupon code WELCOME to get 20% off your minimum $50 order.

Product Spotlight: Anew Age-Transforming 2-in-1 Compact Foundation

Good morning, beauties! Remember, you are always beautiful. Wearing makeup just helps enhance that and allow others to see your beauty more quickly. Have you tried wearing AVON Makeup? There are several lines of foundations to choose from. Each having their own unique qualities and performances based on what you are looking to get out of your beauty products. Today, I am going to spotlight one of the top-rated foundations from AVON, the Anew Age-Transforming 2-in-1 Compact Foundation. Will this be the one for you? Find out more below: 

Anew Age-Transforming 2-in-1 Compact Foundation (Reg. Price $16)

Check HERE to see if this product is currently under a special promotion.

As of this post, this beauty product has a 4.3 out of 5 star rating with 112 online customer reviews. This compact blends seamlessly and wears all day without settling into lines and wrinkles. Glides on smoothly. Infused with Anew skin care anti-aging technology. Dermatologist-tested. Allergy-tested. 8 flawless shades available. 

Remember, AVON has their Money Back Guarantee so, if you purchase a shade and find out that it is not the correct shade for you, you can return it and get your money back. Then, you'll know more about which shade is your match and can reorder online with Direct Delivery shipping right to your address. When you shop at youravon.com/ssandis shipping is always FREE when orders are over $40. CLICK HERE to read my previous post featuring the FREE SHIPPING COUPON CODE on orders over $25. That is a limited time only offer, so don't miss it!

PROS OF THE ANEW AGE-TRANSFORMING 2-IN-1 COMPACT FOUNDATION (based on online customer reviews):

- Easy to apply

- Goes on smoothly 

- Blends well

- Lightweight 

- Long-lasting

- Many online customers have also reported that this product is a great use for those with sensitive, acne-prone, and oily skin. 

Online Customer Comments about ANEW Age-Transforming 2-in-1 Compact Foundation:

"This is the best foundation I have ever tried!!! I have tried the drugstore brands, and expensive makeup counter brands!!! I am so happy to have found this!!" 

"I have used this for some time and am very pleased with it. It stays on all day with no flaking or creasing. It is good for my skin and seems to help with fine wrinkles. I hope Avon never stops offering this product."

"The compact foundation is fantastic! The first day I wore it was for a very long day, 12 hours, with no time for freshening up, and at the end of the day it looked as good as it did when I first put it on. Great product."

Visit my website, youravon.com/ssandis to read all of the Online Customer Reviews for this product. Also, the current product ingredients are listed there as well. 

ICYMI Links to some of my most Popular Blog Posts from the Archives:

Launch a Beautiful Startup w/ AVON + Sales Leadership Info

My Review on the Big & False Lash Volume Mascara

How to Order AVON Online from Previous Campaigns 

My Mini Makeup Haul + Product Reviews

Naked Love Collection Insider News + Body Butter Product Review

Hair Products Review: 360 Nourish Moroccan Argan Oil 

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Household Beauty (Tips & Tricks)

TGIF, beauties!! On the blog today are household items that double as beauty helpers. I did some research online and found some of the ones that I might not actually mind trying. I learned a lot about these do-it-yourself beauty tips - and I hope you'll enjoy today's entry! 

- Ice Cube Trays | Use an ice cube tray to custom blend your own lip colors or foundation using two or more shades. Simply rinse and pop it in the dishwasher afterwards.

- Rubber Bands | Wrap rubber bands around the cap of nail polish bottles and other hard-to-open tops for better grip.

- Refrigerator | Use your fridge to store eye cream, toners, and astringent. The cooling effect de-puffs eyes and skin.

- Coffee Filters | Ditch the pricey oil-blotting papers and use these instead—they work just as well.

- Band Aids | Use a classic Band-Aid to add some sweet polka dots to your manicure! (Most are perforated with tiny dots.)

- Tin Foil | Did you know that tin foil can be used to create curly hair when coupled with a flatiron? Lean how HERE

- Vaseline | Who knew dabbing a touch of Vaseline wherever you spray perfume makes your scent last longer. Why? Because the oils found in petroleum jelly “holds on” to scents and prevents evaporation.

- Toothpicks | Standard toothpicks are a foolproof way to spot-fix any nail polish mistakes. You can also use ’em to crate basic nail designs like shapes or letters.

- A Toothbrush | Spritzing hairspray on a toothbrush can help tame flyaways and style bangs as well as amping up your brow game.

- Dryer Sheets | Use these to effortlessly remove static from your hair (Bonus Tip: A damp used dryer sheet can remove soap and shampoo build-up in your tub, too!)

Which one(s) listed will you try to incorporate into your beauty routine? What are some other household items/DIY beauty uses that you know of that aren't listed here? Comment below!! Have a great weekend!

xo Sylvia

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Quick Beauty Tips for the Girl who is Short on Time

Hey there, beauties! There are "a zillion" beauty tips online and some of them take up more of your time than others. Here are just a few of the ones I found that are sure to help out when you are short on time.

Prime Your Pucker. Use a bit of foundation on your lips before applying your lipstick. It will help the color stay all day. I recommend the Smooth Minerals line or the BB Cream.

Perfect Peepers. A Q-tip dipped in eye cream can easily clean up any mistakes or smudges from your eye makeup application. For radiant, well-rested looking eyes, use Anew Vitale Eye Gel Cream.

Lash Blast. Heat your eyelash curler with your blow dryer for a few seconds (don't overdo it!) before you use it. It will help lock in the curl. Add an Avon Eyelash Curler to your online order. It's only $3.99!

Reduce Zit Redness. A dab of Visine will help take the red out of a pimple.

Healthy Looking Skin and Hair. Baby oil is great to add to your daily moisturizing routine for a bit of extra sheen. In a pinch, a pea-sized amount can act as a shine hair serum before dashing out the door. Be sure to try the AVON Classic, Skin So Soft Original Bath Oil It does wonders for your skin!

Clean Up. If your 12-hour lip stain isn't coming off with soap and water, a bit of makeup remover will do the trick. I highly recommend using both the Eye Makeup Remover Lotion and the Makeup Remover Wipes when its time to clean off the beauty products.

Use Gloss to Glow. Celebrity makeup artist Gina Brooke says, "Take a lip gloss in a sheer nude color and add it to the apples of your cheeks. It will instantly illuminate your skin and create the illusion of a healthy glow where you need it most."

For Bushy Brows. Use a fresh toothbrush and a spritz of hairspray to tame unruly eyebrows.

Dry in a Flash. The quickest way to dry hair after you shower is to first soak up excess water with a towel. Then, blow dry starting with the hair underneath and work your way to the outer layers.

Sleep Your Way to Frizz-Free Hair. Use a satin pillowcase so your hair doesn't turn into a beehive overnight. Satin helps keep strands smooth while you sleep.

xo Sylvia