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Introducing  Avon's Advanced techniques Professional Hair Colour

SUPERSTAR HAIR COLOUR

Fergie's secret to superstar colour:

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Each box contains a 3 step colouring system

1. A Pioneering Pre-Treatment
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3. Post Treatment

Celebrity hairdresser Andrew barton is on hand to help you make the switch from your high street brand to your Advanced techniques hair colour.  You'll be amazed by the results.

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Moisture Seduction Swoop day

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Here we are in our local Dorothy Perkins with the promotion of Avon cosmetics Moisture Seduction Lipstick.

Skimping on carbs. Binging on protein. Countless diets seem to advocate the same restrictive and strenuous methods. But sometimes losing weight can be as simple as shifting your habits. We spoke with nutrition and diet expert, Judith Wills and celebrity personal trainer Matt Roberts to get their best advice.

The good news: Despite what we’ve been led to believe, when it comes to losing weight, the key isn’t depriving yourself; it’s making subtle lifestyle changes and altering your routine. Wills, author of The Food Bible, The Diet Bible and Escape the Fat Trap for Life www.thedietdetective.net, recommends making these six simple adjustments to your diet.

1. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. This will help you maintain even blood sugar levels and prevent hunger pangs, not to mention improve overall digestion.

2. Eat protein and fat at each meal. Research shows that both protein and fats of all kinds take longer to break down in your digestive system than do carbohydrates. Bottom line: They help you feel full for longer.

3. Eat “whole” foods. Breads, breakfast cereals and pastas made from “whole”, or unrefined, grain take longer to digest than those containing “white” grain. So if you are going to eat carbs, stick with the whole grain versions.

4. Eat slowly. Simple enough! Research tells us that people who eat slowly tend to eat less at each meal. It takes around 15 minutes for your stomach to tell your brain that you have had enough to eat, so aim to take at least that long to eat your meal.

5. Eat chewy foods. Chowing down on foods that require a lot of chewing will also help you to eat less. This is partly because it will take you longer to eat a meal full of crunchy foods such as raw apple, carrot, celery or meat. But also, because your mouth is doing all that work, your brain feels as though you are eating more.

6. Use herbs and spices to provide flavour. Dieters list blandness as one reason to hate “diet foods” and give up. So add flavour and enjoyment to your meals with strong herbs and spices. These tasty enhancements will not only provide mouth satisfaction but also help you feel full for virtually no extra calories.

But changing your eating habits is just one piece of the equation. In order to see results, you also need to adjust your thinking about exercise, says Matt Roberts, a best-selling author and owner of a chain of personal training centres in London www.mattroberts.co.uk. He suggests the following four tricks of the trade.
 

1. Drink water or green tea. Keeping hydrated by consuming enough water helps to prevent hunger pangs and enables you to burn fat more efficiently. This will also help make your workouts more effective. What’s more, consuming green tea has an added advantage of enhancing your metabolism so that you can burn more fat, even at rest.

2. Target the process, not the result. Many people become fixed on a number, hoping to drop a size or lose one stone. And while it can be useful to aim for this type of long-term goal, it is also important to have smaller, more achievable goals to help maintain your motivation. Set targets for yourself, such as drinking two litres of water daily, consuming five portions of fruit a day or going for a run every other day.

3. Try as many forms of exercise as possible. Exercising your body in one way generally will not achieve the best results. However, combining different types of exercise and training such as Pilates, running and weight training helps to work your body in various ways to maximize your results.

4. Match intentions with action. Although we all want to achieve the ideal physique, few of us put in the effort needed to attain it. Make the change this month, and match your intentions with the right actions. Set your goals, make a plan, and stick with it so that you can achieve your ideal results.

Avon cosmetics have a wide range of well women products can help you dramatically lose weight and get fit.

Avon offer great prices and special offers on all types of keep fit equipment and accessories.

What are your goals for 2011?

Dieting · Fitness

Beauty Writer and Avon advocate, Lisa Behan gives us the low down on Foundation and how we all achieve a flawless finish.

We love foundation. Fact. It is the one product in nearly every woman’s make up bag. We use it to help even our skin tone, to cover minor blemishes and to improve our appearance. It can even make us feel more confident about how we look.
There are so many different products available and what seems like a million different shades on offer, so it’s easy to fall into the trap of wearing the wrong foundation. I’ll share a secret with you, choose the right foundation and it can dramatically improve the look of your skin.

Which foundation is right for my skin type?
The first step is to choose the right product for your skin type.

Cream based foundations
Great for dry and normal skin as they are oil-based products so they won’t dry out the skin. Cream foundations can provide quite heavy coverage and are very easy to blend.

Liquid based foundations
Good for normal or combination skin; they provide light to medium coverage. The consistency of the liquid is very light so it is easy to apply. If you have oily skin then try Avon’s Fresh face oil- free foundation as this is specifically designed for oily complexions.

Mousse foundations
These work well on normal or combination skin but are not so effective on dry skin. You have to work fairly quickly with a mousse or it can dry too fast leaving a chalky appearance. Not a good look when you are going for dewy natural looking skin.

You can also try a liquid-mousse combination; Avon’s Magix Cashmere Finish Foundation is the perfect blend between a liquid and a mousse. It has the lightness of a mousse, provides good coverage and it leaves the skin silky smooth.

If you suffer with dry or sensitive skin, then try Avon’s Calming Effects Skin Revival Foundation. It contains vitamin E and chamomile, both of these ingredients are well known for their soothing properties.

For mature skin, look for products containing anti- ageing ingredients. Anew Age Transforming foundationis specially formulated for mature skin. It contains elastin and collagen so is great for smoothing out fine lines and it provides excellent coverage.

Choosing the perfect shade
The second step is trying to find the perfect match for your skin tone. Try using the forehead or jaw line to test a small area of the foundation first. When there is no defined line between the two areas, you have the right shade for your skin.

If you have fair skin then a light beige or an ivory shade with warm pink or peachy tones will work best for you.

If you have olive skin then stick to a bronze or dark beige tone.

If you have dark skin, then a bronze shade with an orangey tone will look great on you.

If you prefer a very light, healthy and natural appearance trying using a tinted moisturiser as this is a much lighter alternative to foundation. Fantastic for those who don’t like wearing a lot of make up.

Prepare and apply
Always start with a clean base, after you have cleansed and toned, gently massage a light daytime moisturiser all over the face. Leave at least ten minutes so that the cream has fully absorbed.

Next comes the primer, using a primer will help to control any oily areas and help keep a matte finish. Apply a small amount concentrating on the T-zone area. You can try Avon’s Magix Face Perfector or for girls on the go, Avon’s Perfectwear foundation is fabulous as it already has a built in primer.

To create a smooth finish try using a brush to apply your foundation. Start by taking a small amount of product and work onto the face using gentle brush strokes in an outward direction.  If you start off using a small amount then you can build up to the level of coverage that’s right for you. Remember to blend, blend and blend some more. Make sure to pay close attention to the creases around the nose and along the jaw line.

Lastly to help seal the foundation, finish by sweeping a light covering of loose powder all over the face. The powder will help to eliminate any shine and will make your make up last longer.

A flawless finish in no time at all!

So if you’re guilty of using the same foundation for the last decade and feel it’s time for a change, then be brave and embrace something new. Ask your local Avon Representative about swapping your current foundation for one of Avon’s new foundations for just £4, which is better than half price!

*The foundations can be of any size, full or empty and can be any brand.

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Find out who's been saying what about our products in the press

Cosmo Online, 11 January 2011 Avon ANEW Lift and Firm Pro Serum has been included in a beauty feature entitled Surgery Free Facelift, which includes the latest anti-ageing products.

Daily Express, 20 January 2011, p44 Avon ANEW Clinical Derma-Full X3 Facial Filling Serum has been included in an anti-ageing beauty special.

Closer, 22 January 2011, p61 Avon Luxe Lace SuperShock Gel Eyeliner Pencil has been included in this week’s Beauty Insider with a ‘get the look’ for Holly Willoughby.

Fabulous, News of the World, 23 January 2011, p44, 45 Avon ANEW Clinical Lift and Firm Pro Serum has been included in a beauty feature entitled ’10 Stop-the Clock-Beauty Tricks’, which includes beauty tips to keep you looking younger. The product is described as ‘the latest ‘It’ serum’.

Woman’s Own, 24 January 2011, p25 Avon's Nail Experts Gold Strength has featured in this week’s Look Younger page.

Woman’s Weekly, 25 January 2011, p3

Avon Moisture Seduction Lipstick has been included in the editor’s letter. Diane Kenwood lists everything that she loves for the week.

Real People, 27 January 2011, p29

avon Moisture Seduction Lipstick has been included in a beauty feature entitled ‘What’s New for 2011’.

Find out who's been saying what about our Representatives

Chiconomise ‘Christina has included Avon's Moisture Seduction in a Spend vs. Save feature.

Daily Express and Daily Express Online – ‘I just had to have…a convertible’ Half page article regarding Sales Leader Cat Cray and her impulse purchase of a black convertible car which was funded by her Avon earnings. The piece includes an image of Cat Cray in her convertible and key messages such as the earnings opportunity and flexible working hours that Avon offers.

Making sure the stars look A-list all night long

Celebrating 125 years of beauty… a party night to remember

Avon has behind it this long, glamorous history… 125 gorgeous years to be precise… And the 125 celebrations are starting with a bang. Avon's beauty experts are taking their iconic products backstage at one of the most exciting red-carpet nights of the year: The BRIT Awards 2011 with Mastercard!

On the 15 February, they'll be joining a host of celebrities backstage at the 02 Arena to throw a birthday bash to remember. Avon’s celebrity make-up artist, Jackie Tyson, will be on hand to ensure the stars look A-list all night long, bringing with her exceptional expertise to create perfect party looks.

VIPs will be looking polished to perfection with Avon’s glamorous goodies including Avon SuperSHOCK Mascara, this season's hottest new lipstick,Avon  Moisture Seduction, a rainbow of  Avon's Nailwear colours and a selection of heavenly fragrances – perfect for a spritz before they hit the stage.

To check out all of the latest BRITs news visit www.brits.co.uk

You'll be able to keep an eye out for glam Avon updates on Facebook and Twitter throughout the night…

Jackie Tyson · Moisture Seduction · The BRITS 2011

Hot date for Valentine's Day? Check out these tips to get the best looks!

Whats the best way to put on liquid eyeliner soo that it goes on in a straight line

Rest the brush on the base of the lashes as you sweep it across your eye. If you want a flick aim for the end of your eyebrows – this helps to create a natural lift and flick and will help your eyes to look symmetrical.

What makeup is best to use if you have sensitive skin?

The Avon Minerals products are great if you have sensitive or problem skin. But with Mineral makeup you really have to work it in.

How to create dramatic eyes…

The top and bottom eyeliner shouldn’t join. Another great tip for dramatic eyes is to use a white eyeliner between the black ones – this helps them stand out for maximum impact.

How to keep foundation even all day

Sounds like you’re probably using the wrong foundation for your skin type. For oily skin, opt for an oil free foundation and for dry skin, try using foundation that contains moisturising properties.

Whats more on trend? Big eyes or big lips?

Great question – big eye and lips are in this season. Choose a colour that compliments your outfit and go for it! If you decide to go for the hot lips, our brand new Avon Moisture Seduction Lipstick is the perfect match.

How to apply eyeliner properly to upper lids

The easiest eyeliner to use is a Kohl pencil. It’s much easier to control than liquid eyeliner and you have the option of smudging it to create a great effect. The best is SuperShock Gel Eyeliner as used by YouTube beauty guru’s pixiwoo.

How to find the right shade foundation

Many people ask this – you’re not alone. The best way is to match foundation is to your jawline. Try it in day light, rather than indoors. For pale skin, define your best features and be bold.

The best makeup if you have oily skin

Use a moisturiser that’s specific to your skin type as this will help your foundation last longer. Set it with a translucent powder.

How to get the best smokey eyes

The trick is to outline the eyes with a black kohl pencil, blend this out with a brush then set with a dark powder/eyeshadow. Always blend the colour up and out and then add lashings and lashings of mascara.

We would love to hear your best beauty tips too

xxx

makeup tips · Skincare · smokey eye effect · Valentine's Day makeup

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