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Clearskin Pore Penetrating Skincare

Have Oily, Sensitive Skin?

Me too!!  It's just oily around my T-Zone and the slightest little change in routine can cause major issues.  I broke out so bad I had blemishes all over my chin, 2 on my cheek and one coming just under the skin on my other cheek.  I changed my foundation and started using the Smooth Minerals Powder Foundation in the hopes that it would help with my obviously clogged up pores and it did but I needed more.

I bought the Clearskin Pore Penetrating Invigorating Scrub, Gel Cleanser and Cooling Toner.  First thing I did was hop in the shower and use the Invigorating Scrub.

 This is like a thick kind of paste and when I first put it on my skin it felt hot but then after just a few seconds it was this really nice cooling feeling.  I think I was shocked to feel the heat and worried that maybe I was going to be allergic, but then when the cooling feeling came I realized that it felt really good.  I rinsed it off and applied the cooling toner.

This was a nice feeling as well.  I poured some on a cotton ball and applied it to my freshly and deeply cleaned skin.  It felt very cool and refreshing.  I followed it up with a moisturizer which I will write more about in another post.

I woke up the next morning and my skin was 100% softer and more clear.  What these products did for me was amazing.  I used to be a Proactiv user, these in my opinion are far better than Proactiv.  I also don't have the excess oil that I was having in my T-Zone because these products help to control that.  They seriously do what they say they will do!


The next night I used the daily gel cleanser pictured below.  This is just as it says a daily cleanser, no heat and cooling feeling just really clean and CLEAR skin!

Another bonus to these great products is that they will not break the bank!  These are on sale right now for $3.99 each but even at Avon's regular prices you'll spend under $20 for your skincare!  You just can't beat that.  I have found yet another product by Avon that I am proud to say I use and highly recommend.

You can get these great products on my website  Shop My Avon Store
Or Email me and I will order it for you.  Laura Roberts
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Let the Summer Sizzle Begin

Your Summer is gonna sizzle with these hot new fashions!! 

 Shop my AVON store!: Here's a sneak peak at some of the latest products available at Avon. Be sure to click

The Right Tools

HAVE THE RIGHT TOOLS

You must have the right tools for the right job.  It took me years to learn this.  I have always used a liquid foundation and have used my fingers to apply my foundation.  

When I started selling Avon I was introduced to a lot of different techniques for applying makeup. One of them was to use a foundation brush for liquid foundation. It really does work wonders and I would never be without my foundation brush again. When you use a brush you get a more even coverage, less streaks and you use less product which will save you $$ and that is what we all want!

If you use powder foundation of course you know you have to use a brush but not just any brush will do.  I recently switched from a liquid foundation to a powder and had an old Kabuki brush that I had never taken very good care of.  I cleaned it up and thought it was good to go, well like anything else brushes wear out and need to be replaced.  I replaced mine with of course Avon All Over Face Brush.

This does a very nice job of applying my makeup.  It gives you an even application.  If you have a worn out brush makeup tends to clump in different parts of the brush and then you've got too much here and not enough there...so make sure you take care of your brushes!  Oils and bacteria can build up in your brushes so make sure you clean them at least once a week.  I use a solution of water and vinegar to clean my brushes.  I make sure I get all the water out, reshape them and let them air dry overnight.  

True Color Eyeshadow Quad

AMAZING EYESHADOW IN LOTS OF GREAT COLORS!

  There are so many colors to choose from you can't possibly get bored with any of them.

Smokey Eyes

I have this eyeshadow and I absolutely love it.  The reason being is that it stays on all day long.  I use a primer and then I sweep the lightest shade over my entire eyelid, in the crease and the brow.  Then I use the pink on the eyelid.  The next darker shade in the crease of the eye and then the darker color next to the lashline.  Then I dab a little of the lightest color on my inner eye; closest to the bridge of my nose to give a more lightened effect and brighten up the eyes. Sometimes I will get put a little water on my brush if I want to achiever a deeper color.  Experiment and see what works for you.

Pictured left is the Arctic Goddess Collection.  There are 2 colors choices in this collection and they are of course Arctic Goddess and Muse.  This is perfect for those winter blues with the icy blue color and frosty hues.  

Spring 2013 Zenergy Collection

This comes in one color and what a pretty color it is, it's called awakening quad.  You'll want to order this one quickly because it's only available while supplies last and with the prices at $4.99 right now those supplies will not last long.  I ordered this one for myself and can't wait to try it.  I know that like all the other ones it will not crease or fade and that's what I love most about the Avon True Color Eyeshadows.

This is the last eyeshadow that I will preview tonight.  This is from the Femme Fatal collection and it comes in 2 colors. Femme Fatal and Attraction.  I haven't tried either one of these YET.  I really do like the colors and again at $4.99 the lowest price these quads have ever been, there's no better time to try something new.

If you have used any of these eyeshadows please write to me and let me know your experience with them.  I'm always very interested in what my customers have to say.  You can buy all of these products you see above on my website or email me and I will order them for you if you are local.

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Laura Roberts

Avon NailWear Pro + Nail Enamel

NAILWEAR PRO + NAIL ENAMEL

SHIMMER & SHINE

When I first started experimenting with Avon's nail polish I thought I couldn't like anything better than the Speed Dry Nail Enamel.  I hate to wait for anything and that includes waiting for my nail polish to dry.  Mostly because I end up smudging it before I'm completely done so when Avon came out with the Speed Dry I thought I would never use anything else again.  

I received in a sample kit the NailWear Pro + Nail Enamel and so I thought what the heck I have some time and I'll just give it a go.

The first thing that impressed me was that it had such a high gloss finish.  Even after it was completely dry it still had a very nice shine.

Another PRO is that it lasts under normal wear about 12 days.  And it still looked good by day 10, by day 12 it was beginning to look like it was time to do my nails again.  

This polish comes in many colors so you have lots of choices!  Get yours by contacting me or visiting my website.

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Laura Roberts

What's New or What's Back?

Skin So Soft Bug Guard

Products and Uses

Skin So Soft Bug Guard is back! 

This is a very well known and well liked insect repellent that is Deet Free!  

Products are as follows:

Expedition 

SPF 30 Pump Spray and Aerosol Spray.  This gives you combined sun and insect protection.  Great for hiking and camping in the woods for extended periods of time. 

• SPF 30 Pump Spray - Reapply after 8 hours for mosquitoes and 10 hours for deer ticks.
• SPF 30 Aerosol Spray - Reapply after 8 hours for mosquitoes and 12 hours for deer ticks.

Family 

SPF 30 Gentle Breeze and SPF 30 Cool 'n Fabulous Disappearing Color.  Allows you to enjoy outdoor activities such as BBQ's, picnics and sports.

• SPF 30 Lotions - Reapply after 2 hours.

Picaridin 

Aerosol, Pump Spray and Towelettes.  This is for those evening activities when the mosquitoes are out but the sun is not.  Spend evenings at the parks, parties, outside concerts and other outdoor events without worrying about getting eaten alive by bugs.

• Aerosol Spray - Reapply after 6 hours for mosquitoes and 7 hours for deer ticks.
• Pump Spray & Towelettes - Reapply after 8 hours for mosquitoes and 12 hours for deer ticks.

You can get all of these products and more. Click here to shop my Avon store

How To Clean Your Makeup Brushes

avoninsider:

Beauty School: Makeup Brushes
Avon makeup artist Paul Innis shares his tips on cleaning your makeup brushes:
“To prevent oils and makeup from building up in the ferrule, wash brushes once a week in warm water and baby shampoo, then lay it flat on a towel to dry.  Be sure to reshape the brush before drying to prevent splaying.”