Avon - BB Cream vs CC Cream

At the beginning of the summer, I was looking for a lightweight foundation with SPF to wear during a week of summer camp. My skin is far from flawless and I needed something quick to apply that wouldn’t feel heavy to cover my blemishes. I ended up choosing the BB Cream makeup at Avon based on the price. I never gave any thought to the differences or benefits. After reading Avon’s newest feature at my eStore, the CC Cream would have been the better choice. While the BB served its purpose, I should have done some research first.

BB Cream? CC Cream? What do the letters mean and what's the difference? 

Avon Ideal Flawless BB Beauty Balm Cream

Gives your skin 10 benefits while wearing! Ideal Flawless Beauty Balm cream is the perfect lightweight coverage, to even skintone and reduce redness. The BB Cream reduces lines, smoothes skin and conceals flaws, all while hydrating your skin! SPF 15 protects your skin while Vitamin E, minerals and antioxidants heal and care for it! Get perfect lightweight coverage while your skin gets pampered and healthier! Click the link to my eStore to find out more! 

Avon Ideal Flawless CC Color Corrector Cream

Light to medium coverage, to give you a flawless natural look. It corrects and hides uneven and dull skintone, creating a luminous look. The CC cream also has SPF 50 to completely protect your skin. Buildable coverage lets you hide hard to cover spots! Formulated with licorice, Vitamin C and color correcting pearls to give you naturally glowing skin, free from dark spots and uneven skin tone. Creamy lightweight coverage also makes it seamless to apply and blend, and comfortable for everyday all day wear. Click the link to my eStore to find out more!

Next summer I'll have to try the CC Cream!

Your Avon Rep. Suggests - Summer Must-Haves Part 1

I've decided to start a new series of posts called "Your Avon Rep. Suggests" where I as your personal shopper will suggest seasonal or holiday themed products from my eStore that I think know you will love! The first post is all about Summer!!! I'm calling it "part 1" because I know as the Summer pushes on and Avon releases new products there will be more I will want to tell you about. ;)

#1: A cool printed duffle bag and a chic cross-body purse. The Globe Hopping Getaway Bundle includes the duffle and matching makeup bag and is perfect for short road trips or weekend vacas. A cross-body bag like mark.'s A Cut Above Mini Bag is a must-have for hands free activities like fairs, amusement parks, sightseeing, and shopping! 

#2 Summer bath and body products! You probably change up your body care routine during the hot months. More shaving, faux tans, natural hair, and Summery scents are a must-have! For a faux tan try Skin So Soft Satin Glow Daily Moisturizer to gradually develop your glow without blotchiness and discoloration. mark. has a delicious scented bath soap, scrub, lotion, and spray - Crushing On Coconut. Mmm, just like a tropical paradise! The humidity usually ruins my hair-do so a product like mark. That's Beachy Texturizing Surf Spray requires little effort and gives you those popular beachy waves.. Then there's that dreaded shaving routine. With shorts and bikini bottoms, your legs will love Skin So Soft Fresh & Smooth Sensitive Skin Hair Removal Cream and Bikini Line Hair Removal Cream. 

#3 Cute Summer sandals are a must-have! Let those toes out people! Flip flops like Avon's Globe Hopping Flip Flop Bundle are perfect for the lake, beach, pool, or hanging out at home. A pair of nude wedges like mark.'s Take A Peek Sandals will look a-ma-zing with your sundresses, skirts, and rompers + the neutral color goes with almost anything!

#4 SPF is a must-have no brainer. Avon has products for your face, body, kids, and bug spray/sunscreen combos. 
-Anew Clinical Skinvincible Multi Shield Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 50: switch from a heavy facial cream to a light lotion moisturizer for the Summer. 
-Sun Sunscreen Face Lotion SPF 40
-Sun Kids Disappearing Potion Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 - a little something fun for those who hate to put on sunscreen - goes on blue then disappears into skin.
-Bug Guard Plus IR3535® Expedition™ SPF 28 Aerosol Spray - bug spray + sunscreen in one easy product that is DEET free!

#5 Picture perfect makeup is a must-have! Many lighten up on the products or don't wear makeup at all during the Summer. If you feel naked without your makeup (I do) try these four products this Summer. Avon's Makeup Setting Spray will help set your makeup in place without feeling sticky. Add some SPF to protect your pretty pout with Beyond Color Plumping Lip Color SPF 15. Keep those lashes gorgeous when feeling sweaty or gasp getting splashed at the pool with Avon Wash-Off Waterproof Mascara. For a lightweight, soft base try Avon MagiX Face Perfector SPF 20.

#6 Trendy sunnies are a Summer must-have! mark. just introduced their Buenos Aires Instant Vacation Throw Some Shade Sunglasses while Avon has launched a super trendy pair of Tinted Aviator Sunglasses! Let's see you will need a pair for your car, purse, vacation, poolside, the beach... well you can never have too many!!!

I hope these suggestions will make your Summer awesome! You can always find me your Avon rep, Erica G. at my eStore! Feel free to comment on this post if you have questions. 

Avon Campaign 12 2015 What's Hot

What's hot in Avon Campaign 12? Avon's BIG makeup sale, sun protection, products for him, and empowerment pretties! Scroll down to find out more!

Campaign 12 is all about great deals on Avon makeup and new Spring/Summer shades! C12 is valid 5/14-5/27!

1. Avon's BIG color sale! LOTS of Avon makeup (lips, eyes, face), nail color, and beauty tools are on sale. Too many to list! There are new shades of True Color Eye Shadow Duo & Quad; Ultra Color Lip Crayon & Glazewear Lip Gloss; Ideal Luminous Blush; & Gel Finish 7 in 1 Nail Enamel!

2. Avon Alpha Eau De Toilette Spray
Charismatic notes of sparkling verbena enhanced with spiced cardamom and refined woods. Available in the EDT Spray, After Shave Conditioner, and Hair & Body Wash.

Photo: eBay

3. Anew Men Skin Care
There are 6 skin care products specifically designed with the Avon man in mind! Check out Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 50; 2-in-1 Gel Cleanser; Protective Shave Gel; After Shave Balm; Daily Moisturizer; and Daily Eye Treatment.

Photo: eBay

4. Avon Sun
The Sun line provides a variety of products with different levels of SPF and a little something in case you forget! Check out Sunscreen Spray SPF 25; Sunscreen Face Lotion SPF 40; Kids Disappearing Potion Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30; Sport Refresh Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30; Sport Refresh Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50; After Sun Aloe Gel; and Cooling After Sun Aloe Gel.

5. Empowerment Tennis Bracelet

100% of net profits ($1.00) will be donated to the Avon Foundation to fund programs to end violence against women. 

One in three women worldwide will be a victim of domestic violence in her lifetime. At Avon, we are committed to empowering women. The Avon Speak Out Against Domestic Violence program has committed nearly $50 million, in over 50 countries, to organizations and programs focused on awareness, education, direct services and prevention programs to help end the cycle of domestic and gender violence.

I hope you saw something you liked in C12! Be sure to check my eStore for gift ideas for Father's Day and to stock up on your makeup faves! There are many more products at my eStore so stop by! 

You can shop the entire brochure 24/7 at my Avon eStore! Shipping is now free with $40 orders.

Avon Campaign 11 2015 Fab 5 Buys

What's FAB in Avon Campaign 11? Great deals on Avon Bug Guard, beauty bargains, and a patriotic duo! Scroll down to find out more!

Campaign 11 is all about having a #PicturePerfectSummer and keeping yourself protected from the sun and bugs with Avon Bug Guard! C11 is valid 4/30-5/13!

1. Avon Bug Guard
Find out all about Avon BG and what it can do for you this Summer in my separate blog post: Avon Skin So Soft Bug Guard!!!
In C11 Avon has the special BG bundles below + all BG products are on sale:
Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus Collection #1 - 4 products below for $20

Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus Collection #2 - 4 products below for $20

Summer Camp Essentials Kit - 8 products below for $39.99

Photo: Erica's Fashion & Beauty

2. Anew Clinical Absolute Even Dark Circle Corrector only $19.99 in C11 
Introducing ANEW CLINICAL Absolute Even Dark Circle Corrector with Avon's shadow erase complex and self-adjusting sheer optics, eyes look instantly brighter!* 93% of women saw the look of dark circles dramatically reduced.** Designed to match different skin tones. Custom flexible tip for comfortable precise application. Clinically shown: 31% improvement in the look of under-eye dark circles over time.*** .5 oz. net wt.
*Based on a consumer-perception study.
**Based on those expressed an opinion in a consumer-perception study.***Based on a dermatologist-supervised clinical study after 12 weeks. 

Photo & Review: Writing Whimsy

3. Skin So Soft Bath Oil $6.99 each in C11
Original: Nourishes and conditions so skin feels silky soft and velvety smooth. Now with Jojoba Oil. Experience crisp botanicals and fresh herbals. 
Signature Silk: Boosts radiance and instantly illuminates skin with Argan Oil. Experience soft gardenia and exotic woods. 
Soft & Sensual: boosts skin’s overall hydration, and restores skin’s essential moisture. Now with Argan Oil. Experience lush florals and jasmine.

Photo: eBay

4. Ultra Luxury Liners - $1.89 each in C11
Eyes: Precision eye liner pencil sharpens to a fine point. Won't tug or pull. 
Brows: Fills in and shapes brows for a natural look. Precision pencil sharpens to a fine point. Won't tug or pull.
Lips: Keeps lipstick in its place. Precision lip liner pencil sharpens to a fine point. Won't tug or pull. 

Trending this Summer: purple eye liner like ULEL in eggplant!!! 

Photo & Review: Adore A Polish

Photo: Princess Antimony Makeup Castle I love this pink/purple look she
created! Check out more on her blog!

5. Star Spangled Flip Flop & Anklet Duo $14.99

Flip Hip Hooray! Show off your star-spangled style with this flip-flop and anklet duo that’s perfect for any 4th of July BBQ! A $34 value, the set includes:

Patriotic Celebration Flip-Flop – Man-made materials. Heel, 1 3/4”, Platform 3/4”. A $16.99 value.

Lady Liberty Anklet –Silvertone with rhinestones. 9” L with 1” extender. A $16.99 value. 

Photo: eBay

I hope you saw something you liked in C11! Be sure to take advantage of Avon's Bug Guards bundles for outdoor Summer fun! There are many more products at my eStore so stop by! 

You can shop the entire brochure 24/7 at my Avon eStore! As of 4/10/15 shipping is now free with $40 orders instead of $35.