New Year, New Look | My List of Products to Try in 2016

HAPPY NEW YEAR, BEAUTIES! Today is the first day of your new 365 page book. Write a good one, right? I am creating my first blog post of 2016 covering my list for beauty products to try out this year. A Beauty Bucket List for the year, if you will. In this post, you'll also get a SNEAK PEEK of new AVON products before they launch this year, since of course I'm always down to try the latest from AVON. 

Glimmersticks Eye Liner. I know, this is AVON's No. 1 Selling Eye Liner, why have I not tried it out yet? Mainly because i'm a stickler for the AVON Ultra Luxury Liners. I've always used the pencils that you need to sharpen but something tells me that i'm going to be making a switch this year after I try out the Glimmersticks. The product rating is insanely high, with a 4.6 out of 5 star rating with over 1,150 online customer reviews! I'm most excited about trying the shade Cosmic Brown and also stepping outside my comfort zone with more bolder shades such as Starry Night Blue and Emerald. I cannot wait to get my hands on these and it's a good thing I can order online at any time, day or night. Glimmerstick Eye Liner is regularly priced at $7 each but as of this post, this product is currently on sale for only $4.99 each! Great time to want to try these out and/or stock up on all the shades!

Smooth Minerals Blush. The Smooth Minerals Powder Foundation already has my heart. I have finally found my go-to foundation! Since I love one product from the Smooth Minerals makeup line o much, I am looking forward to trying another. I am currently using the mark. Glowdacious Illuminating Powder and it's a product that works for me but I always like to try out new things. What I look for in a face makeup is, No. 1 that it is fragrance free. My skin is quite sensitive and strong fragrant makeups just irritate it and cause me to break out. Based on reading the online customer reviews, which there are over 200 submitted, I predict that this will be another winner in the makeup department. Stay tuned for all my upcoming reviews on these products, as I try them out!

AVON Eyeshadow Primer. You know, I never really thought about using any kind of primer. I heard all the hype about the Magix Face Perfector and I thought... really? Is that necessary? I jumped to the conclusion that these were products that I didn't need. My first impression was, "Okay, another gimmick. Another thing to just toss my money at." Well, late last year I broke down and tried the Magix Face Perfector. I could not believe how wrong I was about it! It most certainly is necessary if you'd like to cut the shine from your face and create a smooth canvas for the rest of your makeup to go on top of. Happy to say that now, facial primers are a must in my makeup arsenal. So, with all that being said I'd like to try an eyeshadow primer since I feel that it would not do much different to my eye makeup looks, since i've admittedly so, been oh so wrong with assumptions on beauty products in the past. The time to try this product could not be better because at it's reg. price of $7, I find that it is currently on sale for $3.99! Shut up and take my money! haha


AVON Makeup Setting Spray. This is a product that I am most curious to try. Just like the makeup primers, I have never before used any kind of setting spray when completing my makeup look. I am quite intrigued on this product, about its application process and whether or not I notice a difference to how my makeup holds up. The online reviews seem to imply that this will be another beauty tool that is worthy of a purchase. It is regularly priced at $10 and as of this posting, it is on sale for the low cost of $5.99 for the bottle. It has an online rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars with 40 online customer reviews submitted. I do know of a friend who uses this product and swears by it so i'm eager to see if I get to "join the club" on this, so to speak. 

And now, for the SNEAK PEEK! Are you ready? Who is excited? I know I am!! Coming to AVON in Campaign 5 (Starting February 5th 2016 at youravon.com/ssandis) :
Perfectly Matte Lipstick. Velvety smooth feel with 100% true matte look. This product will be introduced with a special pricing of $5.99 a tube. After the intro special, this lipstick will be priced at $9 a tube. There will be 12 perfectly matte shades to choose from! I am really looking forward to trying this product since I love a matte finished lipstick! 

Since I am an AVON Independent Sales Representative, I will be able to purchase this product early, before its launch date. How you ask? AVON Reps get the opportunity to purchase from the What's New catalog "Demo Products". These demo products can be purchased by the AVON Rep to sell, for personal use, or to demo and have customers try before they buy! It's really amazing. You too can get in on all these exclusive products, way before their launch date by starting your own AVON business and becoming a Representative for AVON Products. Interested? SIGN UP ONLINE HERE. It only takes 5 minutes and the start up cost is just $15. Start your New Year off right by doing something for yourself. Don't wait another day to start your own AVON Story and create a beautiful future in this journey.

Top 5 in 2015 | My Most Popular Blog Posts

Afternoon, beauts! 2015 brought a lot of firsts for me. First time starting my own business with AVON products, first time really pushing myself outside my comfort zone, first time wearing mascara (yes, I know!), and first time blogging. I've learned a lot over this year, in multiple aspects of my life. I've learned about selling AVON products and promoting my brand. I've learned how to get that cat-eye look and how to choose my perfect blush shade. I've learned to be myself and love myself for who I am. I've also learned to admire others beauty without questioning my own. 

I may not have gained as many followers as i'd hoped, but my first year of blogging has gone beyond my expectations. I've received support, kindness, and gained new friendships. I will work toward bettering myself and my blog in this new year and in turn, gain a new following while keeping the ones that I have. Which, by the way, are near and dear to my heart! I appreciate you all coming along with me on this journey. 

Without further ado, let's get to the bulk of this post, which will be my last entry for 2015. The Top 5 Blog Posts based on my reader/follower viewing stats! 

Starting with No. 5 and working our way up to No. 1 : 

5. Naked Love Collection: Insider News + Body Butter Review excerpt: The Naked Love Collection was launched around February of this year and it was meant to be a limited edition collection. The scent quickly became a favorite with its fresh blend of apricot nectar, white peach, velvet freesia, and soft musk. Seriously, this collection is happiness in a jar/bottle. 

The Body Mist and Body Wash have been unavailable for quite some time. I had expected such since I knew it was Limited Edition. It saddened me, but I still had the Hand Cream and Body Butter available at youravon.com/ssandis 

Just recently, I found out great news! The Naked Love Collection will be returning, in its entirety, and will be here to stay! Yes!! Naked Love will be a permanent addition to the mark. Bath & Body line up. 

CLICK HERE to read the full post which includes my review on the product.

4. Bad Hair Day Saviors  excerpt: Today i'm blogging on something that I know we have all gone through. A bad hair day. Let's face it, there are days when you are feeling stunning and fierce and everything is on point and then --- there's that mop that you just cannot do anything with. There will be maybe that one strand of hair that won't go into place and then the frustration sets in. Don't let it kill your shine, ladies {and gents!!} I have a few product mentions for you that will save you from your bad hair day.

I want to start by saying that mark. Hair products are great because they are comparable to high priced salon-style products without the sticker shock. If you have not yet experienced all that mark. can do for your hair and therefore, your confidence - now is the time. You can purchase all the products mentioned in today's blog {plus more} at youravon.com/ssandis 

CLICK HERE to read the full post including the Bad Hair Day Scenarios.

3. How to Start Selling AVON | How Selling AVON Works excerpt: AVON provides you with all the tools and training {FREE Online Courses via AVON University} you need to be a Successful Avon Representative. In addition, your up-line {this is the person whose reference code you use online} and your district manager are there to support and help you as well. 

When I started my AVON business, I was really looking for something to do for myself. I was a Stay at Home Mom to two great kids. One of whom is in school and the other will be starting school this Fall. One of the first things I thought about when considering a journey with AVON was the discount I would get for selling, so I could get some makeup, fashion, and jewelry products that otherwise I was not purchasing. Sure enough, that is exactly how my business began with quickly transforming into wanting more. AVON has changed me for the better. I am now more focused, driven, confident, and happy. I am now proud to be a Work at Home Mom and love learning and growing with my business every single day!

CLICK HERE for the full post which includes the cost to start your business and more.

2. My Makeup Mini-Haul + Product Reviews excerpt:  I recently tried out a few new products and I'm excited to blog my reviews on them!! I ordered the AVON Magix Face Perfector, AVON Lash Conditioner + Primer, mark. All Butter Now Lip Treat in Mauvelous, and the mark. Juice Gems in Juicy Fig. All of these products can be purchased at youravon.com/ssandis so be sure to check that out after reading my post. 

I'm going to start right at the beginning. I have been looking for a product to help combat the oily shine that has been attacking my face as of late -- does that sound too dramatic? No, I think it's fair to say. I've heard the rave reviews on the Magix Face Perfector ($11) and was hoping I would like it as much as others seem to. What is nice about this product is that it is a colorless face primer. There is no tint to it and it is for all skin tones. I love the added SPF 20, which I can rely on to help protect my skin from the damaging rays from the Sun. 

CLICK HERE to read the entire post which will include why I love each product.

1. My Review on the Big & False Lash Volume Mascara excerpt: Today was a great day for me --- AVON order arrival day! Another reason for me to love Friday's. This time around, I ordered a few things for myself and one of which was the all-new Big & False Lash Volume Mascara. It will make its official debut in Campaign 21 (2 weeks!) HOWEVER, you can purchase it online exclusively, during the Pre-Sale at youravon.com/ssandis This product has a regular price of $9. Check my eStore now to see if this item is on sale.

I have been waiting to try this product ever since I heard about it in the works and today was my day! When my order, and customers orders arrived, I sorted and bagged and then got to my goodies. I had seen other AVON Reps try and post their pictures and comments on the product, which only excited me more as they were phenomenal! Was all the hype worth it? I was about to find out. 

CLICK HERE to read the entire post which includes the shades available for this product as well as my review complete with before and after pictures.

And there you have it my dears! It has been an exciting year for me and I cannot wait to continue this all in the upcoming New Year!! Please +1 and share this post to your social media outlets using the share buttons below. Have a great holiday weekend and stay be(YOU)tiful xx Sylvia

Bye 2015, Hello 2016 | Limited Time 16% Off Any Order

Good morning, beauties! Today is the last day of 2015!! How will you be ringing in the New Year? Hopefully safe and warm at home with family and friends. Maybe even taking some time out for yourself to do some online shopping from my AVON eStore. Need something to sweeten the pot? How about a SPECIAL OFFER of 16% off any order... on everything from youravon.com/ssandis Remember, shipping to your home address is always FREE (every single day, no special code needed) on all orders when they are over $40.

This offer is good until 1/3/16 at Midnight, EST. Don't miss it! 

How to get this deal: 

Register as my customer on youravon.com/ssandis 

Shop dozens of categorized tabs and hundreds of deals on everything: MAKEUP. SKINCARE. BATH & BODY. FASHION. JEWELRY. KIDS STUFF. MENS ITEMS and SO MUCH MORE! Add your items to your online shopping cart, and use Coupon Code: NEWYEAR at checkout! Your order will then process and ship to your address via Direct Delivery and arrive to you within the week after ordering. It's that simple! Easy, convenient, beautiful.

NOTE: SITEWIDE DISCOUNT OFFER DOES NOT APPLY TO AVON AUTO-REPLENISH, AVON LIVING OR SELECT DISNEY PRODUCTS.

Sales & Special Offers on Popular AVON Products Highlight List:

AVON Naturals - Any 3 for $6.99

Ultra Color Lipstick - 2 for $10

AVON Pro Brushes - 2 for $10

Select Women's Fragrances - BOGO FREE

Select Anew Skincare - BOGO for $5

Men's Fragrances - 2 for $22

Select Skin So Soft Products - BOGO 50% off 

AVON Naturals for Kids - BOGO for .99

Didn't see what you are interested in? Visit youravon.com/ssandis to view all of the current sales and special offer promotional offers.

Thanks so much for taking the time out of your day to read my blog, continue to follow for future offers from my AVON eStore plus beauty tips, trends, and more! 

HAPPY NEW YEAR! 

2016 YOUR YEAR TO SHINE!