praisefor3 Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I think of Avon as fake rose bathroom spray that my grandmother used to buy. I know it is surely more up to date than that now. :) A friend is now selling Avon and I happen to be looking for a new brand of makeup. (I am not a fan of Mary Kay either.) So before I agree to look, I was wondering if anyone had any good/bad experiences with it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perry Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I think of Avon as fake rose bathroom spray that my grandmother used to buy. I know it is surely more up to date than that now. :) A friend is now selling Avon and I happen to be looking for a new brand of makeup. (I am not a fan of Mary Kay either.) So before I agree to look, I was wondering if anyone had any good/bad experiences with it? I don't use their makeup but I love the gray root touch up. I bought some last month and got two for the price of one. I don't know if that offer's still on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I actually like it. It's mostly comparable to drug-store brands, with a few things being more department-store quality. They do still carry some of their stuff that your grandmother would have bought. But they have many updated products too! I think their skin care (Anew line) is very good, and very affordable for the quality (far better than Clinique, imo). I haven't had much luck with their foundation makeup (I always have trouble finding a shade fair enough for my skin that isn't pinkish. And not just with Avon, but with many brands.) They have some great lip glosses and other color products. I have fun browsing their catalog. You'll probably find something you'll want to try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixglides Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Like the eyeliner 'glimmersticks,' and eye make up remover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmom3tn Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Like the eyeliner 'glimmersticks,' and eye make up remover. :iagree: Yep, these are the only Avon products that I have used and liked. They're great. I've tried many of AVON's other products, and didn't like anything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 My grandmother used to sell it (lol since you associate it w/ your grandma) & my mom did for awhile too (but that was a long time ago). Some of their products that I like: Waterproof washable mascara (awesome) Glimmersticks lip liners Gingerbread or peppermint chapstick (a wintertime treat for $0.99 :D) Bubble bath (theirs is about the only kind that didn't make my dc itch) Nail Polish Lipsticks Vita Moist Hand Cream They also have roll-on body paints for kids to use in the tub. Those are fun for small kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 (edited) I think of Avon as fake rose bathroom spray that my grandmother used to buy. I know it is surely more up to date than that now. :) A friend is now selling Avon and I happen to be looking for a new brand of makeup. (I am not a fan of Mary Kay either.) So before I agree to look, I was wondering if anyone had any good/bad experiences with it? I do, but I also kind of sell it (not big time or anything, mostly for myself and family/friends). So... you know... I am a little biased. I try just about everything new that comes out. For foundation, I like their mineral make-up. I heard everyone talking about it, but the expensive brands were only available to me online and I hate online shopping. I do like the Avon minerals foundation, and blush, but not the eyeshadow (not enough shade selection, IMO). I do, however, love the Mark line of eyeshadows. Lots of colours, good pigmentation, lasts well. My favourite foundation, though is the Mark tinted moisturizer. I don't like a heavy make-up and this works very nicely for me. I top it with the translucent mineral make-up and it lasts all day. Some of my customers swear by the Ideal Shade compact foundations. It is a full coverage one, though, and I don't want that much make-up on, but if you do, it gets good comments from people who use it. Some of my customers with dry skin / age issues love the Anew line of make-up. They have a foundation, a few creme eyeshadows and eyeliner. I like the eyeliner a lot, too. Best mascara I ever used is the wash-off waterproof mascara. It is often on sale for really cheap. In fact, all the make-up is on sale at various times, so if you want to try something new, just pick a couple of things that are on sale, then wait to see what's on sale in the next brochure(s). Also, Avon has a guarantee that if you don't like for WHATEVER reason, you can return it for an exchange or refund. ETA: Another thing I like about Avon is the jewellry and handbags. It's inexpensive and usually decent quality. For me, it's an inexpensive way to accessorize. They have a Buxton bag in the brochures this fall. I just got it and really like it a lot. I also like some of the funkier pieces they have out this fall. That's another thing you could try. HTH. Edited October 13, 2009 by Audrey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 I was selling it about 5 or 6 years ago. The only thing I was never satisfied with was foundation. Everything else from shampoo to mascara is great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysticamethyst Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 I have to say that my aunt sells it and I love it. I love the ANEW eye cream, it really has lessened (is that a word?) the dark circles under my eyes, and whats still noticable to me is covered by the face powder. I'm not a fan of the lipsticks, the colors always seem different when I get them. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perry Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 I have to say that my aunt sells it and I love it. I love the ANEW eye cream, it really has lessened (is that a word?) the dark circles under my eyes, and whats still noticable to me is covered by the face powder. I'm not a fan of the lipsticks, the colors always seem different when I get them. :) I want to try this, but I'm finding a bunch of different products. What exactly do you use? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysticamethyst Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 I use the one in the brown bottle with the gold topper. I actually have to order some more, I am almost out and have decided it's a must have for me. I feel like I can see a difference and that makes me feel better about me :001_smile:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elise1mds Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 I like their ANEW line as well, and I've bought several of their eyeshadows and been very happy with them, which is saying a lot because I'm very picky about colors. I also have bought their mascara in the past and have been happy with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamagirl Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 I love the glimmersticks eyeliner...it is so smooth and really stays put! I ordered the body soap paints for my kiddos last year as stocking stuffers and they loved them! I've had to reorder those. I ordered some mineral foundation and didn't really like it, but that's the only thing I haven't been pleased with so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garga Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 I love the Glimmersticks eye liner, too. I ran out of it recently and used a different brand and this different brand just disappears in a few hours. Glimmersticks lasted pretty good most of the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 We kind've sell as well. Most of their products work well. Often you can get a sample size. I like the waterproof, washoff mascara and face creams especially well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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