Do you use a foundation primer?  Or better yet, should you use a foundation primer?  Let's look at just some of the benefits:  It diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It minimizes the appearance of larger pores. It reduces shininess. You use less makeup, as the primer smoothes the skin. It keeps foundation from absorbing into your skin. Avon's Anew Skin Transforming Primer has anti-aging benefits and is on sale now for 12.50! Now, let me ask again.  Should you use a foundation primer?  Youdecide.  If you'd like to order Anew's Skin Transforming Primer, visit my webstore: www.youravon.com/sgrennell.  You can shop by brochure (Campaign 20) or enter item # 166440.    ...read more

Did you know that a nickel allergy is one of the most common causes of contact dermatitis?  Nickel can be found in lots of items, including jewelry, eyeglass frames, dental fillings, watchbands, and belt buckles.  Nickel can also be found in some food items, including chocolate, nuts, and beans and surprisingly enough, in drinking water!  Some symptoms include a red, itchy rash, and dry patches of skin that may resemble a burn.  Symptoms usually appear within 12 to 48 hours after contact and may persist for weeks after.  Your risk factor for having or developing a nickel allergy are higher if you have ear or body piercings, are female, work with metal, or have a family history of nickel allergies.  To learn more, visit this link:  http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/nickel-allergy/DS00826.   I, myself, cannot usually wear earrings without these symptoms, so I normally don't wear them.  I also have gotten the symptoms on my belly from belt buckles.  One of my sons also has issues with belt buckles.  So it does seem that it can run in families.  The good news is that you can ususally find items that are nickel free.  If in doubt about whether or not an item contains nickel - ask!  It's good to know that all of Avon's jewelry is nickel free!          ...read more

It's that time of year and has been for several months now, to wear your sandals and flip flops, exposing your feet to the elements and to the world!  You want to heal those dry, cracked heels, and leave them looking and feeling their best.  That's right...heal those heels!!!  Well....in comes AVON Foot Works Therapeutic Cracked Heel Relief Cream to the rescue!    According to an article on About.com, it's an inexpensive product that works.  The article went on to say that according to makeupalley.com, 97% of women who tried it said that they would buy it again, rating it 4.7 lippies out of 5.  Many compared it to high end expensive creams that they had used in the past.  Better news...right now, you can get your heels in order for only $3.99!  The bonus size is now on sale!  It's an AVON #1 best seller!  You can order direct and read more reviews here:  http://shop.avon.com/shop/product.aspx?pf_id=34384. ...read more