Thursday, August 30, 2012

Happy Labor Day & FREE Shipping at AVON


Hello Beauties!

Are you looking forward to a nice long holiday weekend? I certainly am! It's been a bit hectic with the kids going back to school and getting back into that busy routine so I look forward to getting in a little R&R ... and maybe a little shopping! Speaking of shopping, this free shipping code from Avon comes at a perfect time :-)

Avon is offering FREE Shipping on ANY Order beginning today, throughout the weekend and ends Tuesday at midnight 9/4. Use this code at checkout: LDSHIP

You also absolutely do not want to miss the latest offerings in the Campaign 19 brochure! Avon has begun rolling out their Holiday & Seasonal items and they have some super cute "Trick or Treat" stuff you're going to love!

Check out the Avon 2012 Halloween video .

 

Thursday, August 16, 2012

Skin So Soft Avon Bath Oil - A Review

Have you heard of Avon Skin So Soft Bath Oil?
As an Avon Representative, It’s one of my best sellers! Many of my Avon customers are very loyal to the Original Skin So Soft bath oil they rave about how soft it makes their skin as well as the additional benefits associated with the legendary product (insect repelling qualities, household remedies etc.).

But I have a little secret that may shock you….I’m not a big fan of the scent.

Now don’t get me wrong! I use many products from the Skin So Soft Avon line or “SSS” for short, like the lotions, hair removal products, deodorants and body wash but I have to truthfully say I don’t use the bath oil. And I’ll tell you why. Last winter I decided to purchase the Skin So Soft Gelled Body Oil for me and my son because we both suffer from extremely dry skin during the winter so I thought this is great, we can both use it and my son can easily smooth it on after his shower and all will be well. Unfortunately we both found the Original SSS fragrance was just too strong. My poor boy, he was so annoyed! He said he smelled like a flower! And I don’t blame him; the strong flowery scent didn’t suit me either.

Now I realize fragrance is all a personal preference and as mentioned most of my customers love the Original scent but for me it’s just too strong. I prefer a lighter scent. So I ended up returning it and figured that Avon Skin So Soft Bath Oil just wasn’t for me and I stuck with the other Skin So Soft Avon products that came in other scents like the lotions and body washes. I don’t mind the way they smell, in fact I really like the light fresh scents of SSS Soft & Sensual and SSS Signature Silk and the lotions really do leave my skin feeling soft. But I couldn’t help feeling like I was missing out, especially when my customers would rave how soft the Original Bath Oil left their skin. If only Avon had the bath oil in these other scents. I couldn’t figure out why AVON had these two fantastic fragrances in their other Skin So Soft Avon products but yet they were holding out on the bath oil.


Well now that’s all changed!

Because recently Avon announced they improved the Skin So Soft formula and also added to their bath oil collection. They still have the Original formula but now they also have Soft & Sensual and Signature Silk formulas as well! Boy was I happy when Avon informed me of this news. It was about time!


Now Avon has three New & Improved formulas that will please everyone! Here is the new line up:



Skin So Soft - Original Formula (Botanical & Fresh Herbal Scent)
If you’re a loyal user of the original bath oil you’re going to love this improved formula now with Jojoba Oil. It still has the same fragrance as well as softens and conditions skin all day. Skin Soft Original is also available in Shower Gel, Gelled Body Oil, Body Lotion, and Bath Oil Spray.
Click here to see the whole SSS Original Collection over at the Avon website
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Skin So Soft – Soft & Sensual Formula (Lush Floral & Jamine Scent)
This new formula with Argan Oil locks in 50% more moisture than lotion. It offers rich hydration and restores skin’s essential moisture. SSS Soft & Sensual is also available in a new Creamy Body Wash, Shower Gel and Ultra Moisturizing Body Lotion.
Click here to see the whole Soft & Sensual Collection over at the Avon website








Skin So Soft - Signature Silk Formula (Fresh Gardenia & Exotic Woods Scent)
New Signature Silk Bath Oil also with Argan Oil boosts and illuminates skin. Signature Silk is also available in a new Creamy Body Wash, Shower Gel, Replenishing Hand Cream, Ultra Moisturizing Body Lotion, Gelled Body Oil, and Perfecting Oil.
Click here to see the whole Signature Silk Collection over at the Avon website




So there it is I am now a happy camper! I ordered my bath oil in my favorite scent (Soft & Sensual) and have been using it ever since. My skin feels good and I smell good.


Here are some tips when using the bath oil

How to use:
As a Bath Oil - Fill into bath and poor desired amount into water to soak yourself
As a Leave-in Moisturizer - Apply to wet skin after bath, smooth all over body then wipe off with towel

Helpful Tips:

  • Be careful when pouring! It has a push twist cap but it will pour freely if dropped. So make sure your hands aren’t slippery when holding the bottle.
  • I found that while using the bath oil as a leave-in moisturizer it’s better to apply it standing on a towel rather than in the bathtub because it can leave the tub slippery.
  • The top doesn’t have anything to control the flow of the oil so I found it easier to pour it into the cap first which makes it easier to control when I’m pouring it onto my hand to apply.

Have you tried Skin So Soft Avon Bath Oil? What are your thoughts? I’d love to hear how you use it and any helpful tips you might have! Just leave a comment below.


Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Beauty 2 Makeup Giveaway #5 : You Could Win this Cool Bracelet!

Beauty 2 Makeup Giveaway #5

You gotta check out this bracelet! It's so cool!

I know the Beauty 2 Makeup Giveaways usually give great Avon prizes because after all this is a blog about Avon, but recently I was contacted by the ULINX company and they offered to send me one of their new magnetic bracelets to review. They were also generous enough to offer an additional bracelet to giveaway to my Beauty2Makeup readers! So as this isn't necessarily an Avon giveaway it's still a a very cool prize! And the bracelet we're giving away is a $75 value plus you can choose your own style and make your own custom design.


So What is a ULINX Magnetic Charm Bracelet?


First play the video above because as they say if a picture speaks a thousand words then video is worth a gazillion! ULinx bracelets are made of cool interchangeable magnetic charms that click together to create your own custom jewelry. To get a better idea of what this bracelet is all about make sure you read my review here: Make Your Own Bracelet with ULINX... . Ok, so how can you win this bracelet?
It's actually very easy. Just click on the Pink Giveaway button below and it will take you the entry page.


Good Luck! Winner will be notified by email