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Any Avon Users Out There?

Lindsays Grandma — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 06:36:13 GMT

Ever since Borba discontinued his fantastic line of skin care I have been one unhappy lady. His day and night moisturizers plus the eye cream kept my skin radiant. I am tired of spending money trying to replace what I loved only to be disappointed again and again. Am I being too picky? Maybe.

Avon has been around forever, they must be doing something right so I decided to give them a try. If anyone reading this is an Avon user please tell me what you use and/or give me some advice. Believe me, I will be most appreciative.

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tototwo — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 10:52:27 GMT

What types of products are you looking for?

The only Avon skin care I use consistently is Dramatic Firming Cream - I've used it every day for 20+ years because I believe it works to firm my neck. Another product I order on a regular basis is colorless Lip Conditioner and Nurtura moisturizing cream in the winter. Other than that, I've dabbled with Avon's makeup, fragrances, bath products, etc. Can't help you with their high-end skin care items. I place an online order about 3 times a year or whenever DFC is on sale.

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PINKdogWOOD — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 11:53:01 GMT

@Lindsays Grandma WOW - Borba, there's another blast from the past. I used to use a few of his products. He didn't last long here.

Avon - skin-so-soft is the only product we use this time of season.

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TaylorBrown — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 12:09:16 GMT

All of my skincare and makeup is from Avon. I use Anew Vitale (the pink one) cleanser and moisturizer. Have been for years. In the last year or so I have added the Anew Vitamin C brightening serum, which I apply after cleansing but before moisturiing. I would not be without these items. I have run out of one or the other on occasion and I can tell the difference in my skin. So now I make sure I have one in use and one extra on hand.

I recently tried Anew Reversalist (cream and burgundy packagng) and it was too rich for my skin. I ended up giving it to my aunt.

I cannot really comment on the night mositurizer because I very rarely use it. I only wash my face at night if I have worn makeup that day. On those days I do use the night cream, too. I do not use eye cream at all.

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Annalise — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 12:18:24 GMT

I am in my early 60's and I love the Avon Anew Power Serum. The regular price is $40.00 but the last 2 times I purchased it there was a special price of $22.99 so you might want to wait for the special to try it. I also use The Anew Multi-Performance Day Cream and Anew Multi-Performance Night Cream which have worked well for me. Just remember to look for their specials.

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Redhead102 — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 12:20:50 GMT

Just wanted to let you know that DFC is currently on sale -- 3 for $14.99. Thought you might like to stock up. BTW, thanks for the tip re: the cream -- I'm going to give it a try!

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Texasmouse — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 13:06:57 GMT

@Lindsays Grandma

My friend at work sells Avon so she gives me a lot of samples, plus my Christmas and birthday gifts from her are always Avon products.

What I have found is that most of the skin care products she has given me are highly fragranced and I will not put anything with fragrance on my face, since that is something that one can become sensitized to and can cause irritation. For that reason, these more expensive anti-aging creams get relegated for use as body creams. I can't even use them on my neck, as the fragrance in most of these is so strong and I can smell it all day. It's a shame but I end up using these products mostly on my feet and legs.

I did use the power serum on my face (again, a gift) but got no results. She also gifted me the Vitamin C serum but I ended up throwing it out because it felt too oily for me (and again, fragranced).

I would not spend my money on these products.

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bonnielu — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 13:25:59 GMT

Love Avon products but I don't buy skin care there or anywhere else. I really do not believe in them.

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henderson — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 14:50:26 GMT

Lindsays Grandma: I saw a few of Borba's products for sale on drskinspa.com

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ALRATIBA — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 15:11:17 GMT

@Lindsays Grandma wrote:
Ever since Borba discontinued his fantastic line of skin care I have been one unhappy lady. His day and night moisturizers plus the eye cream kept my skin radiant. I am tired of spending money trying to replace what I loved only to be disappointed again and again. Am I being too picky? Maybe.

Avon has been around forever, they must be doing something right so I decided to give them a try. If anyone reading this is an Avon user please tell me what you use and/or give me some advice. Believe me, I will be most appreciative.

@Lindsays Grandma

I'm an Avon fan ... but what I use probably isn't what you are looking for.

My advice would be to:

a. find an Avon rep to talk to,

b. use the "shop with a rep" (upper left of home page),

c. or read all the product descriptions.

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Texasmouse — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 15:31:37 GMT

Another thing about Avon is that you have to try to guess colors of foundations, powders, etc from little color swatches in the book. I don't want to take a chance on getting the wrong color because my friend has hinted that it's a pain to send stuff back. Therefore, I never order such products from Avon either.

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Kacee1115 — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 16:26:45 GMT

I haven't used Avon in a long time but when I did, was very happy with the results. The girls who brought the book in, retired, and never pursued. I don't think it would hurt to try.

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Suebdoo — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 17:28:17 GMT

@Redhead102 wrote:
Just wanted to let you know that DFC is currently on sale -- 3 for $14.99. Thought you might like to stock up. BTW, thanks for the tip re: the cream -- I'm going to give it a try!

@tototwo

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Lindsays Grandma — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 21:48:12 GMT

Thanks to all for your comments. I called Avon and got the name and phone number for a Representative. Doesn't hurt to try, right?

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golding76 — Thu, 10 Aug 2017 19:39:27 GMT

I am a faithful user of Avon's "Midnight Blue" eyeliner. About two decades ago, I read that black eyeliner begins to look harsh on older women and that the deep blues look better. The blue I like best is that from Avon.

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Katcat1 — Thu, 10 Aug 2017 20:31:56 GMT

Avon does have some excellent products. I do not know anyone who sells it and I am happy shopping with iherb.com., Target and Nordstrom I have a friend that loves their hand creams and some of their other products.

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TaylorBrown — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 11:51:15 GMT

@Annalise I just started using the power serum. I switch back and forth between that and the Vitamin C serum. I like the way they make my skin feel. I apply either of them right out of the shower while my face is still a little damp anfter cleansing and then apply the Anew moisturizer after I'm dressed.

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BARBIE100 — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 21:26:12 GMT

I used to love Avon! Haven't used it in years. I remember using Roses Roses fragrances.

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151949 — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 22:26:48 GMT

In my little florida town we have an AVON store. You can try on various shades etc. It is right next to my hair salon so every time I get a haircut the Avon store is my next stop. I religiously use their Skin so soft products as I have extremely dry skin.

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kcladyz — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 02:21:21 GMT

Its been a long time since I bught Avon but never been dissapointed. Even the cheapest face creme is good I believe there is a quiz on the website to help you fetermine what face/skin product is best for you