GRWM: The Finishing Touches Add So Much To Your Look

It’s the little things in life that can mean so much.

How are you doing today? I hope you said awesome!

Feeling all put together? I know I’m always trying to, so I thought I’d share a few of my favorite “finishing touches” that I always make sure to apply before heading out the door. Finishes touches are really the key to me feeling like my entire look is complete, both with my makeup and my outfit.

I have on my outfit, and a full face of makeup, but yet I still look “blah”. Time to add the finishing touches! I did apply mascara already (in the above picture) on my right eye, so we’re on our way!

My very favorite mascara is Avon’s Love at 1st Lash (I love the name too!). I get great coverage with one application, and really stand-out lashes with two. I do not curl my eyelashes or wear falsies, but I always get great looking lashes using Love at 1st Lash. I love the brush, it’s a nice size, and the mascara itself is just fabulous, with no flaking. It contains Vitamins A, C and E to condition lashes as you’re wearing it as well. There is also a waterproof version.

Now that my eyes are finished, and I can flutter my lashes at you, I definitely need to get some lips going on! I am using fmg Glimmer Satin Lipstick in the shade Hibiscus for a beautiful pop of color.

That’s much better!

Did you know that today is National Lipstick Day? Yay! Avon is celebrating by offering all their lipsticks at Buy One, Get One Half Off. The fmg Glimmer Satin Lipsticks are $8.49 each on my Avon website, so be sure to snag 2 of your favorites by August 1st to get the bogo deal.

I am really loving this new line of lipstick from Avon. It glides on very easily, it’s full coverage lipstick with a nice shine. I now have this new lipstick in 2 shades, Hibiscus and Wild Rose. I’m looking forward to trying even more.

So there you have it – My favorite go-to makeup items to make my look “complete”. Add some accessories, and I’m ready to head out for a date night with my sweet Hubby.

If you’re not sure which Avon lipstick will be perfect for you, visit here to find one that you’ll love. You can choose by the benefit(s) you’re looking to get from a lipstick, or by the finish you prefer. There are many shades to choose from as well.

Happy shopping and cheers to finding the perfect finishing touches to help us look and feel our best.

Till next time, stay fabulous and follow your joy.

Jfay

YourAvon.com/MyBeauty

Over 50 and Fabulous Beauty Blogger + Avon Independent Sales Representative, USA, Avon Team Leader

GRWM – Purple Temptress Makeup Look

I believe I’ve found my new favorite eyeshadow palette.

Hey everyone! How are you doing today? I hope fabulously!

I’m very excited to share my latest Avon makeup finds with you. I really love pinks, purples, and plums. How about you?

I’ve been having so much fun trying out Avon’s new line of eyeshadows called fmg Glimmer Eyeshadows. They come in color curated quads. This is my third one to try, and it’s called Temptress – Rrrarrr….

Along with this new eyeshadow palette, I decided to also try one of Avon’s new VDL Expert Color Primers and a new shade of fmg Glimmer Satin Lipstick.

First up, the VDL Expert Color Primer:

Trying Avon's new VDL Expert Color Primer for Eyes, in Shimmer.
VDL Expert Color Primer for Eyes in Shimmer

I usually use my foundation as an eyeshadow primer, and it works really well, but since I’ve been wanting to achieve a brighter shimmery look with the new Glimmer Eyeshadow Palettes (they also have mattes and satins in some of them), I was really excited to try one of the new VDL Expert Color Primers. Avon has three versions for whatever type of look you’re going for. There is the Original version, the Serenity version, and the Shimmer version. I bet you can guess which one I opted for. 🙂 Shimmer of course!

Here is a brief description of what each version is used for:

A SHADE FOR EVERY LOOK
• Shimmer – Great alone or to give your shadow extra oomph.
• Serenity – Great for matte shadows or to brighten dull eyes.
• Original – Great for your everyday basic makeup routine.

It only takes a small amount. I dabbed a bit on my eyelids with the wand (I worked on each eye separately), then used my finger to smooth it across my lid and up towards my crease area. I didn’t go all the way up to my brows. You can cover your entire eye area if you wish, I only wanted the shimmer about 2/3’s the way up. I let it dry for a couple of minutes and then I was ready to apply eyeshadow. It sets in place very well. I photographed myself (above pic) with one eye primed and one without. Hopefully you can see the difference. It gives a slight tint with a shimmery finish. I really like it! My shimmery eyeshadow shades go on much easier, the colors pop very well, and they blend wonderfully. It’s thanks to the quality of the new eyeshadow palettes too, but after trying two of the fmg Glimmer Eyeshadow Palettes previously, I can tell that the shimmers go on much better using the primer.

And here is the finished look using the VDL Expert Color Primer for Eyes in Shimmer + fmg Glimmer Eyeshadow Quad in Temptress + fmg Glimmer Sating Lipstick in Wildrose.

(All makeup products used in this look are Avon. If you peruse my Tips and Tricks Category, you will find more of my favorite Avon makeup and skin care products. )

I hope you’ll give your favorite fmg Glimmer Eyeshadow Palette a try. There are 10 combos to choose from. They are listed for $11.99 on my Avon website. I also hope you’ll give the VDL Primers a try, especially if you’re going for a shimmery eyeshadow look like me, or if you’d like to brighten your eyes. And of course don’t forget the 20 gorgeous new shades of lipsticks in the fmg Glimmer Satin line.

So much fabulousness to help us look and feel our very best.

Till next time, remember to always follow your joy!

Jfay

YourAvon.com/MyBeauty

Over 50 and Fabulous Beauty Blogger + Avon Independent Sales Representative, USA, Avon Team Leader

Get Ready with Me, Purple Temptress Makeup Look

I Rilla Like This Glimmer Satin Lipstick!

Cheers to Avon for their new Glimmer Satin Lipstick! I’m very impressed. The smoothness, the depth of color, it’s really awesome.

I didn’t know what to think at first when my favorite go-to Avon lipstick was discontinued, but I didn’t fret too much as Avon has proven to me over and over again with their newest product releases that they are going very high quality. They’re not abandoning the Avon products that we’ve all grown used to over the decades for cheaper knock-offs, but rather they are really amping up quality. Quality in the ingredients as well as up-to-date packaging, and keeping up with current trends. I’m really impressed – I know I said that above, but I truly am impressed with everything that they’ve done lately to improve and update.

And check out that gorgeous red tube that the Glimmer Satin Lipsticks are housed in. So pretty. The price-point on these lovely tubes is also impressive. $8.49 (regular price $11.00). You always get a discounted price for shopping with a Representative – like me!

I did line and fill my lips first with Avon’s Ultra Luxury Lip Liner in Currant before applying. I always like to do that for a full coverage lipstick look that will last. I highly recommend this new lipstick, and it will now be my favorite go-to for great coverage, great price, and very pretty color assortment. The shade I’m wearing here is called Hibiscus.

There are 20 beautiful lipstick shades to choose from in this new collection. I hope you find your favorite(s) too!

Happy Spring lips!

Jfay

YourAvon.com/MyBeauty

Over 50 and Fabulous Beauty Blogger + Avon Independent Sales Representative USA

Trying Avon’s new fmg Glimmer Satin Lipstick in Hibiscus

My Latest Avon Haul of Makeup and Skin Care Goodies!

I just received my latest order from Avon yesterday! It’s always so exciting to me to receive my Avon box of goodies, so I thought I’d give you a little peek.

I got some of my lotion essentials, plus a couple of makeup items: Moisture Therapy Daily Skin Defense Hand Creams for me and Hubby, another Intensive Moisture Foot Works Cream that I had ordered last time – I really like it a lot, a Skin So Soft Comforting Shea Hand Cream (to keep on my desk), and then I needed a new compact of my very favorite Cashmere Powder Foundation, plus you know I ordered the new fmg Glimmer Satin Lipstick in Hibiscus, I’m so happy it’s here!

And not to worry, I’ll be showing you what’s inside the compact and lipstick tube soon. Which, the lipstick tube is really a pretty red, isn’t it? Avon’s lipsticks used to always come in a black tube, so this is great fun all by itself. Yes, I know, my Husband always says I’m easily amused! 🙂 🙂

Campaign 9 is up and running now with it’s very own specials. I hope you’ll stop by and snag yourself some Avon fabulousness. I’ll be sending out a special coupon code for my customers and email listers very soon, so if you’d like to receive one for your very own, just stop by my website and sign up! YourAvon.com/MyBeauty Scroll down to the bottom of the home page and you’ll see the Sign Up prompter.

Okay gang, I’m off for now. Just wanted to pop in for a quick minute. Hope you’re all getting ready for a wonderful Easter with your family and/or friends. Hubby and I are planning to play croquet and grill. What are your plans? Would love to hear!

Jfay

YourAvon.com/MyBeauty

Over 50 and Fabulous Beauty Blogger + Avon Independent Sales Representative USA

Starry Nights and Wildflowers – New Dazzling Lipstick Shade Parade (Part 2)

Are you ready for the New Dazzling Lipstick Shade Parade Part 2? Yeah!

If you missed yesterday’s Parade Part 1, no worries, just keep scrolling down and you’ll get caught up.

Our Lipstick Parade consists of Avon’s new fmg Glimmer Satin Lipsticks. They are really pretty with a fun Southwestern theme. Yesterday’s lip shades were full of storms and natural wonders. Our shades today have more flowers and some starry nights, but we will end with one last thunder-blast. So let’s go!

Lipstick Shade #11 – Blaze (Oh, yeah, we do start on fire!)

Again, I’ve numbered these according to their appearance in the Select a Shade drop down box.

Lipstick Shade #12 – Songbird

Lipstick Shade #13 – Poppy

Lipstick Shade #14 – Rose Angel

Lipstick Shade #15 – Hibiscus

I ordered Hibiscus! I was torn between it and this next one below – Wildflower.

Lipstick Shade #16 – Wildflower

Lipstick Shade #17 – Wildrose

Lipstick Shade #18 – Violet Night

Lipstick Shade #19 – Nova

Lipstick Shade #20 – Thunder

Whoa! How did you like that ending? That Thunder is something else!

I hope you enjoyed Part 2 of the fmg Glimmer Satin Lipstick Shade Parade. Those are definitely some dazzling lipstick shades. This is a whole new line that just released from Avon. It’s very exciting.

I really enjoyed putting this Lipstick Parade together and highlighting each shade’s personality with it’s own accompanying graphic. I hope you enjoyed it too, and that you spotted your favorite that will bring much happiness (and beautiful lip color) to you.

Till our next Avon adventure, stay fabulous and follow your joy!

Jfay

youravon.com/mybeauty

Over 50 Beauty Blogger + Avon Independent Sales Representative USA

New Lipstick Shades, Beauty and Makeup

It’s Like Thunder and Lightning! New Dazzling Lipstick Shade Parade (Part 1)

Woo Hoo! It’s so exciting over here! There are twenty (20) new fmg Glimmer Satin Lipstick shades that have arrived on the scene!

I have fallen in love with the new shades and their names so much, that I decided to do a full-out lipstick shade parade. What do you say? You in? Well, okay, let’s go!

The new fmg Glimmer Satin Lipstick names have a fun Southwestern theme that I think you’re really going to enjoy.

First up, Lipstick Shade #1 – Windstorm – Pictured above.

I’ve numbered these shades in the order that they appear in the Select a Shade drop-down menu.

Lipstick Shade #2 – Earth Angel

Lipstick Shade #3 – Fog

Lipstick Shade #4 – Cyclone

Lipstick Shade #5 – Sierra Sunset

Lipstick Shade #6 – Luna

Lipstick Shade #7 – Thunderbird

Lipstick Shade #8 – Celestial

Lipstick Shade #9 – Whirlwind

Lipstick Shade #10 – Firebolt

There are our first 10 new fmg Glimmer Satin Lipstick shades. What do you think? Do you have a favorite or favorites yet? I know I do!

And just wait till you see the next Lipstick Shade Parade. You’ll get to meet #’s 11 through 20.

But if you’re eager to see them all now, you can stop by the fmg Glimmer Satin page anytime – Click Here.

Here’s is Avon’s official description:

INTRODUCING GLIMMER SATIN LIPSTICK
An enticing and inspiring spectrum of 20 versatile and expressive shades.

Give lips some satin glimmer. Featuring a lightweight, creamy and smooth formula, this lipstick provides a soft satin finish with rich, comfortable color and buildable medium-to-full coverage. With pomegranate extract for antioxidant benefits. .10 oz. net. wt.

BENEFITS
• Lightweight, smooth and creamy formula
• With pomegranate extract for antioxidant benefits

The Glimmer Satin Lipsticks are listed for $8.49 a tube (Regular price $11.00). Such a great price you can grab you a few! Which, there is a Free Gift offer with a $20.00 lipstick purchase, so you’ll want to check that out too.

Okay gang, take care, you know I’ll be back soon!

Jfay

youravon.com/mybeauty

Over 50 and Fabulous Beauty Blogger + Avon Independent Sales Representative

New lipstick formula and shades from Avon. Beauty – Makeup

Avon Campaign 8 is Here with 2 New Lipstick Formulas!

Happy Campaign 8 everyone! Ready for 2 new lipsticks?

You know I was telling you the Avon True Color Nourishing Lipsticks were being discontinued, right? Well, when something goes, there’s usually something else new and exciting to replace it, and there are actually 2 new lipstick formulas that have just arrived on the scene at Avon. Hooray!

Which, if you saw my last post from just a while ago today, tonight’s Live event is celebrating the launch of these 2 new lipsticks, so I hope you are signed up to attend. There are going to be some one-night-only special offers, and I have a feeling they may include these lipsticks.

And which lipsticks am I speaking of? The new fmg Cashmere Essence Lipcream and the new fmg Glimmer Satin Lipstick.

First up, Cashmere Essence Lipcream with Avon’s official description for you:

INTRODUCING CASHMERE ESSENCE LIPCREAM
Slip into the comfort of a new anti-aging lipstick – the only lipstick in the US with a Bio-Retinol core – combining color and care for a luxurious experience.

Pamper your pout with this indulgent lipcream, featuring a melting balm-like texture that glides on effortlessly, wrapping lips in luscious shine and comfort. Enriched with a concentrated blend of anti-aging ingredients, including Bio-Retinol complex, ginseng cell extract, antioxidant meadowfoam seed oil and vitamin E. Opulent high-shine finish with buildable medium-to-full coverage. Available in 10 gorgeous hues. .11 oz. net. wt.

The Cashmere Essence Lipcream is listed on my Avon website for $18.00 (regular price $22.00).

Next up, Glimmer Satin Lipstick:

INTRODUCING GLIMMER SATIN LIPSTICK
An enticing and inspiring spectrum of 20 versatile and expressive shades.

Give lips some satin glimmer. Featuring a lightweight, creamy and smooth formula, this lipstick provides a soft satin finish with rich, comfortable color and buildable medium-to-full coverage. With pomegranate extract for antioxidant benefits. .10 oz. net. wt.

The Glimmer Satin Lipsticks are listed on my Avon website for $8.49 ea. (regular price $11.00 ea.). Not bad! You gotta see the names of these shades, they’re so cool. The one I’m showing you above is called Whirlwind, to give you an idea.

There are tons of new items in this new Campaign, including new jewelry and fashion. I hope you enjoy perusing the online brochure to see everything. Check out the purple sneakers and violet loafers. 😉

Okay gang, the Avon LIVE Event will be beginning in a little under an hour, so I’ll sign off for now and you know I’ll be back soon with more Avon adventures!

Jfay

youravon.com/mybeauty

Over 50 and Fabulous Beauty Blogger + Avon Independent Sales Representative

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