VIVA by Fergie: an AVON fragrance for the holiday season

Never Have Another Junk Food Craving Again

Do you regularly finish the Pringles can? Or make it to the bottom of your Chunky Monkey carton? Decode your cravings and find out what your body really needs

This is a TotalBeauty.com diet article Bet you didn't know that binging is your body's cry for help. Instead of beating yourself up after every late night snack, find out why you're having that sweet or salty craving in the first place. This guide's got the answers, plus the healthier alternatives. What is your body telling you?

Hello Gorgeous!
It's holiday time! Which means  time to stock up on  your favorite fragrances! I recently tried a new scent by AVON ( I'm a big fan of the AVON scents), it's the third in the line with spokeswoman Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas.  I have not tried the first two scents, though if this one is any indication of the others, they are good ones.

Now, my nose prefers the middle and bottom notes as the perfume dries on my skin. The top not is very strong and smells powdery to me but it dries down light and spicey. Just the way I like it!

The prices vary and you can order online or by calling your local Avon lady! Use www.avon.com to find one!

Remember to get a body gel and lotion to layer your scent! Now, enjoy this short video:

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Will.i.am makes gettin' back to school and science fun!

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Well hello and happy Saturday sweet gorgeous! Back to school is upon us! This looks like a neat tv special coming up that will be fun and safe for the family to watch. Read on!
This photo is Will.i.am on stage at 20th Annual FIRST® Robotics Championship
Will.i.am, frontman for The Black Eyed Peas is helping to get kids across America ready to go back to school – and excited about math and science - with his TV special, “i.am.FIRST: Science is Rock & Roll” that will air on ABC August 14th from 7PM – 8PM.

The Black Eyed Peas and Willow Smith perform, and guests include Justin Bieber, Jack Black, Bono, Miranda Cosgrove, Miley Cyrus, Josh Duhamel, Britney Spears, Snoop Dogg, Justin Timberlake, Steven Tyler and FIRST founder and inventor (the Segway) Dean Kamen talk about why they’re excited about science and technology.
The one hour TV special focuses on the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) robotics competition for high school students. This Olympiad for the mind includes team profiles and robot teams duking it out on the floor of the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis for top honors and scholarship prizes.

Rock stars are cool, pro athletes are cool, but consider every time you use your mobile phone, laptop, HDTV, Facebook, YouTube, etc. to get the latest news and entertainment, it was a smart kid with science and tech skills that made it happen – that’s cool too. The kids with the math, science and engineerings smarts like Jeff Bezos/Amazon, Mark Zuckerberg/Facebook, and Steve Jobs/Apple grew up to be tech billionaires with careers that eclipse the wealth and influence attained by most rock stars and pro athletes.

Will.i.am invites your family to tune in on August 14th and get your kids excited about robots, science and technology.

Facebook i.am.FIRST: Science is Rock and Roll
Twitter http://twitter.com/#!/iamFIRSTtv
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AVON Voices celebrating International Women's Day

Enjoy this update on the Avon Voices singing competition-and enjoy your International Women's Day too! I love you sisters!
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AVON VOICES ANNOUNCES FIRST ROUND OF CONTENDERS IN GLOBAL SINGING TALENT SEARCH AND RELEASE OF EXCLUSIVE NEW SONG BY NATASHA BEDINGFIELD
ON THE CENTENNIAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY




NEW YORK – March 8, 2011 – Avon Products, Inc. today announced the Round One Contenders of its Avon Voices program – the company’s first-ever global online singing talent search. The Contenders, featured now on AvonVoices.com, were selected from a group of more than 6,000 from 62 countries who took the challenge to showcase their singing talent, tell their story, and share their dreams. Later this Fall, two women – one an Avon Representative – will receive an opportunity to record a professionally-produced album. The finalists will be selected by a combination of online public voting and renowned judging panel of music industry leaders from around the world, including: Fergie, six-time Grammy award winner; Diane Warren, legendary songwriter; Natasha Bedingfield, Grammy nominated singer/songwriter; Lea Salonga, Filipina singer and actress; Valeriya, Russian sensation; Delta Goodrem, Australian Artist of the Decade; Sheila E., breakthrough, Grammy-nominated female percussionist; David Pack, Grammy award-winning singer/composer and music producer; Diego Torres, Grammy nominated singer/composer; Ivete Sangalo, Brazil’s biggest pop star; and Maia, Colombian singing star.



Since December 1, 2010, Avon Voices has invited women from around the world to join a global movement through music in celebration of the company’s 125th Anniversary. This announcement of the global Contenders on the 100th Anniversary of International Women’s Day, is a testament to a day in which every corner of the globe celebrates the special achievements of women.



“We’d like to thank the nearly one million people from around the world who have visited Avon Voices,” said Joe Billone, Vice President, Global Communications for Avon Products, Inc. “It is thrilling to see this global community connecting women from around the world - from Brazil to Beijing, London to Los Angeles – to engage with one another around their common passion for music. We are overwhelmed by the level of talent showcased in the submission phase and congratulate our Round One Contenders.”



Starting in late March, Avon Voices will fly these Round One Contenders to one of four destinations around the world - Hong Kong, Rio de Janeiro, Paris and Nashville - to record their professional performance videos that will be featured in subsequent rounds of voting. All contenders will also receive Avon makeovers by a team of professional makeup artists.



Register Now

The program’s official website – AvonVoices.com – is live and open for registration, and features information about the year-long program. Features of the community:



View and Vote: Watch Contender videos, as well as all global submission videos from around the world. Beginning April 22, 2011, watch the Round 1 professionally produced videos and vote for your favorite to help choose the winner. From April through October, the search will be narrowed down four times by a combination of online public voting and judges’ scores.
Write: Women and men may enter the Songwriting Competition. Write an original song that inspires or shares hope and optimism with the world. Simply submit a digital file and lyric sheet at AvonVoices.com (between May 20, 2011 and July 1, 2011).
Discover Exclusive Music: Released today, “Shoot for the Stars,” is a song written and sung by Natasha Bedingfield, exclusively available through AvonVoices.com. Other songs such as previously released exclusive “Until You Love You,” written by Diane Warren, produced by David Pack and sung by Valeriya, and other recordings by our Avon Voices Judges and additional artists are also currently available for purchase. A percentage of the purchase price of all recordings will help advance the Avon Foundation for Women’s global campaign to end violence against women and girls. To date, Avon global philanthropy has raised and awarded more than $30 million directed to domestic and gender violence awareness, education, direct services and prevention programs. To learn more about how to purchase this music, go to AvonVoices.com.


Avon Voices is being produced in partnership with, and powered by, Intero, a company committed to connecting, artists, brands and communities with meaningful content delivered through live events and online channels.



To learn more about Avon Voices, go to www.avonvoices.com, or visit http://www.multivu.com/players/English/45814-avon-voices. Follow Avon Voices on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/avonvoices) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/avonvoices).



About Avon Products, Inc.

Avon, the company for women, is a leading global beauty company, with over $10 billion in annual revenue. As the world's largest direct seller, Avon markets to women in more than 100 countries through approximately 6.5 million active independent Avon Sales Representatives. Avon's product line includes beauty products, as well as fashion and home products, and features such well-recognized brand names as Avon Color, Anew, Skin-So-Soft, Advance Techniques, Avon Naturals, and Mark. Learn more about Avon and its products at www.avoncompany.com



About Avon Foundation for Women

The Avon Foundation for Women, the world’s largest corporate-affiliated philanthropy focused on issues that matter most to women, was founded in 1955 to improve the lives of women. Through 2010, Avon global philanthropy has donated more than $800 million in more than 50 countries for causes most important to women. Today, Avon philanthropy focuses its funding on breast cancer research and access to care through the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade, and efforts to reduce domestic and gender violence through its Speak Out Against Domestic Violence program. Avon also responds generously to provide support for relief and recovery efforts in times of major natural disasters and emergencies.



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AVON Voices-Fergie! Natasha Beddingfield! Diane Warren! Sheila E.! and you for AVON Voices!

Real Woman Edgy Haircut and Color Makeover

Need to change up your look? Get inspired by checking out this makeover

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeover article To get a competitive edge in a cutthroat market, Anna wanted a cut and color that would make a statement, but still look professional. See her transformation

Hello gorgeous! I love you and I support you in your dream! It's only 30 secons, make a video now! Quit making excuses, now! Remember the saying for 2011-no excuses just results! You can do it! Why not?

When would now be a good time to make a step towards your dream? Moms, do it now! Just make a short video-get your kids to help you if you need...but do it!

Lots of fun stuff to look at so please take the mere moment to do so...and, if you are in need of some amazing Avon products, please call your fellow busy mom Sara Hoekstra to get some and enter CHERELYNN in the promo code to receive a discount! Go mom go!





THIRTY SECONDS TO SHARE YOUR STORY, SONG AND YOUR SPIRIT
AVON VOICES OFFERS ASPIRING SONGSTRESSES THE CHANCE TO BE HEARD
BY MUSIC INDUSTRY HEAVY HITTERS FERGIE, NATASHA BEDINGFIELD, DIANE WARREN, AMONG OTHERS
NEW YORK – January 27, 2010 – Thirty seconds is all it takes to potentially make it big and gain exposure to audiences from more than 60 countries and be professionally judged by music-industry greats like Fergie, six-time Grammy award winner; legendary songwriter, Diane Warren; Natasha Bedingfield, Grammy nominated singer/songwriter; Lea Salonga, Filipina singer and actress and Russian sensation, Valeriya, among others.
Be empowered! Avon Voices is inviting people everywhere to join a worldwide movement that unites and inspires through the universal language of music. Women around the world are making their voices count by telling their stories, sharing their dreams, and showcasing their talents at www.avonvoices.com.
It’s easier than you think. Through February 13, 2011, women can sing out on a 30-second video clip from the approved song list at www.avonvoices.com and be a part of a global movement. Talented finalists of the year-long program will travel to exciting destinations such as Hong Kong, Hollywood, Rio de Janeiro, New York, Paris and Nashville. With that comes professional coaching, Avon makeovers and studio time for performance videos.
Avon Voices is the company’s first-ever global online singing talent search for women and songwriting competition for men and women in celebration of its 125th Anniversary. At the conclusion of the program, Diane Warren will be providing an anthem to be recorded by up to 10 global finalists alongside many of Avon Voices celebrity judges. The anthem will debut live at the Avon Foundation for Women Annual Awards Gala, scheduled for Fall 2011 in New York City.
This moving anthem, as well as other Avon Voices recordings, will be available for purchase in certain countries, and a percentage of your purchase will help advance the Avon Foundation for Women’s global campaign to end violence against women and girls. Find out more about music purchases at www.avonvoices.com. To date, Avon global philanthropy has raised and awarded more than $30 million directed to domestic and gender violence awareness, education, direct services and prevention programs.
About Avon Products, Inc.
Avon, the company for women, is a leading global beauty company, with over $10 billion in annual revenue. As the world's largest direct seller, Avon markets to women in more than 100 countries through approximately 6.2 million active independent Avon Sales Representatives. Avon's product line includes beauty products, as well as fashion and home products, and features such well-recognized brand names as Avon Color, Anew, Skin-So-Soft, Advance Techniques, Avon Naturals, and Mark. Learn more about Avon and its products at www.avoncompany.com.
About Avon Foundation for Women
The Avon Foundation for Women was founded in 1955 to improve the lives of women. Through 2010, Avon global philanthropy has donated more than $800 million in more than 50 countries for causes most important to women. Today, Avon philanthropy focuses its funding on breast cancer research and access to care and efforts to end domestic and gender violence. Avon has also responded generously in times of major global disasters and emergencies.
To learn more about Avon Voices, go to http://www.avonvoices.com/ or follow us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/avonvoices) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/avonvoices).
sarahoekstra@friendlyhomesales.com

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AVON helps moms sing the blues, pop, rock what have you! Join in today!

If you asked ANY mother what her top 5 complaints would be, you would most likely hear something similar to this:



1) I miss alone time!

2) I need a vacation!

3) I don’t feel “pretty” anymore.

4) We never get out of the house.

5) Does anyone even hear me?



If you are woman over 18 with an amazing singing voice, thanks to Avon Voices, your woes can be over.



Avon Voices is Avon’s first-ever global online singing talent search for women and songwriting competition for men and women. A panel of celebrity judges, including Fergie, Natasha Bedingfield, Sheila E., Diane Warren and more are on hand, providing singing tips and helping select our finalists.



And if you are picked as a finalist, you’ll get the chance to TRAVEL (takes care of the vacation) to Hong Kong, Rio de Janiero, Paris, Hollywood, New York or Nashville, plus PHOTO AND VIDEO SHOOTS, a PROFESSIONAL MAKEOVER and coaching (will get you feeling pretty again). The best part is, the winners may get the opportunity record a professionally produced album (the whole world will now hear you).



It takes 30 seconds. Record a video of you singing 30 seconds of a hit song from the approved list that you can do right from your home. It’s a year-long competition but your readers only have until February 13, 2011 to submit a 30-second video clip at www.avonvoices.com. We would love for you to share this with them today. After all, it might be all they need to become the next big singing sensation!



Videos of celebrity judges and other information about Avon Voices can be found on our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/avonvoices.

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AVON: Anew-for the new year & you! Meet Sara Hoekstra

I Finally Found a Fix for My Puffy Eyes

I have a confession to make... I am a bona fide, hardcore sodium addict, and as result, I have some serious swelling issues

This is a TotalBeauty.com puffy eyes article Thankfully I found three things that really help to banish the bags without breaking my piggy bank. They are ... See tips

Hello gorgeous friends! Say hello to my new friend,
a busy mom, real estate agent and

Avon businesswoman Sara Hoekstra! She is guest blogging for me today to share with you the beauty of the brand AVON and the benefits it can have on your beauty, your family and maybe even your wallet! She begins her post below-be sure and comment to give her a warm Makeup University welcome! Enjoy!

AVON by Sara Hoekstra

Ever wonder why our Mothers and Grandmothers have been using Avon for so many years? I finally discovered the secret, SKIN CARE!

As Avon's premier anti-aging skin care brand, ANEW's comprehensive line of anti-aging moisturizers treatments, cleansers and cosmetics provides truly age transforming results that help women look their youthful best.
All ANEW Day Creams have SPF 25, which is perfect for the Arizona Sun. This is one of the only Day Creams with this amount of Sun Protection!

The ANEW Clinical line has everything from Cellulite Treatment to Crow's Feet Corrector.

Use ANEW makeup to bring a youthful glow to your face!

Online, in the privacy of your own home, Avon offers the ANEW Guide to looking younger, which includes a questionaire to specifically identify which products and skin care regimen are best for you and your skin type.

Avon offers beauty tips and ideas that are a great help for those looking to switch up their image in the New Year.
With the Satisfaction Guarantee that is offered on all Avon products, order products with no worries.


Visit my Avon store at www.youravon.com/shoekstra and take the ANEW Skin Care Quiz today. Then shop online for the ANEW products to complete your skin care regimen.
Choose Personal Delivery at Checkout for free local delivery and enter Code: CHERELYNN at checkout for your free gift with Purchase.

Feel free to browse around, and contact me if you have any questions, or if you are looking for something in particular.

If you or anyone you know, is interested in making some extra income selling Avon, please contact me at 480-215-4769.



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