VINTAGE AVON DING DONG,AVON CALLING #TBT POST

This post goes back to November 2014 and how things have changed since

then, not only have Avon been through some difficult times, but some international

markets have even closed e.g. France, Australia and New Zealand
More and more sales are conducting online, but the Avon Ladies and now Men are still
an important part of the sales force...


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Having spent most of my life in the beauty industry I am thoroughly enjoying finding these vintage print ads on Pinterest and the internet.

This is a collection of ads from that household brand Avon, which believe it or not, 

has been around for over 130 years. 

Avon Products, Inc. is a multi-level marketing company in beauty, household, and personal care categories. Avon had annual sales of $4.7 billion worldwide in 2019.

It is the fourteenth-largest beauty company and is the second largest direct-selling enterprise in the world.
Avon have been empowering women since 1886 and is the world's leading direct seller of beauty and related products  Avon sells products in over 100 countries through their independent sales force of over 6.4 million representatives - which were back then fondly known as 

 "Avon Ladies".

The original Avon lady was always well groomed and would carry her beauty wares in a case.

 I even remember a TV ad back in the UK from the 1960's, which showed such female carrying her Avon case and ringing the doorbell of a house, it went something like this..

Ding Dong Ding Dong..."Avon calling".

I have managed to find a collection of TV ads on YouTube from the 60's onwards.

Today these ladies have had to step aside to make way for a 
new a new type of "beauty"

 the "Avon catalogue". 
Avon representatives now show the catalogue to customers in their homes, at work, at social or leisure activities or to their friends and family. The representatives then send the orders to Avon and the products are delivered free of charge directly to the representatives' homes.

Enjoy!

Find out more about Avon in South Africa

AVÈNE COLD CREAM NOURISHING BODY LOTION {REVIEW}

I recently realised that all of my body lotions are fragranced 

and I don't have any fragrance free options in my collection.

I came across this body lotion from one of my favourite fragrance free, 

hypoallergenic French skincare brands Avène.

The Avène Cold Cream Nourishing Body Lotion 

 forms part of the Cold Cream range, which is a product line 

formulated to restore the hydrolipidic film in sensitive dry to very dry skin. 

This small range of products for the face and body is purely aimed to

to leave the skin feeling ,restored, nourished and soothed.

I have reviewed their Cold Cream Lip Cream when I visited the UK during Winter

 a couple of years ago and I can assure you it was severely put to the test

Read my full review

I found the formula of this body lotion to be both light and non greasy.

It combines the natural botanical oils of Coconut,Safflower and Sesame

and leaves a velvety soft, comforted, supple, soft finish to the skin.

It was super easy to apply and the handy dispensing pump made it

not only quick, but each pump was controllable and avoided 

unnecessary wastage.

After several weeks of use, I can highly recommend this body lotion

as it has filled that void in my lotion/cream collection of a simple, easy to use, 

yet effective daily application of restorative moisture.

Not only great for sensitive skins, but ideal if you want to avoid clashes between

a fragrance and a different fragranced body lotion.

Another plus factor with this product is the price, as it comes in a 400ml size

and retails for R199.95 and that equates to good value in my 

"beauty book".

Avène 

Cold Cream

 Nourishing Body Lotion

400mls 

Pump Bottle 

R

199.95

Available from selected Clicks and Dischem countrywide

To read more of my reviews on Avène products

Click here

DR.GOBAC COSMECEUTICALS CLEANSER {REVIEW}

Dr Gobac isn't a brand that I'm too familiar with, other than having heard of the 

brand and knowing that it's a South African Cosmeceutical range retailed through

skincare specialists,salons,spas and dermatologists I know little else.

But first lets address what Cosmeceutical products are and how do they differ 

from Cosmetic products:

Cosmeceutical products contain key active ingredients in high enough 

concentrations to effect positive changes in the skin. 

These active ingredients penetrate into the deeper levels of the skin and act on 

the skin’s cellular structure, stimulating the production of healthy collagen. 

They are stronger than cosmetic grade products, but they do not require a medical prescription to dispense.  

A skin analysis and consultation with a therapist is recommended to address skin 

concerns and conditions before using a Cosmeceutical product.

I was kindly sent this cleanser by the PR company and as I'm always on the look out 

for new products and ranges to try and even more so if they up the anti 

with my existing anti ageing skincare regime.

Let me give you a brief overview of the ethos of DR. GOBAC® COSMECEUTICALS

The DR. GOBAC® COSMECEUTICALS range of products is created to be simple, 

easy to use, eco and health friendly and they are not tested on animals

The range is based on DR. GOBAC’s own experience as a medical doctor 

and practitioner of integrated health. 

After many years of intense scientific research DR. GOBAC and his team of

 chemists and scientists have developed this advanced and high effective

 skin care range.

DR. GOBAC® COSMECEUTICALS products are non-invasive, non-aggressive 

and offer a healthy approach to combating signs of ageing by

 stimulating and facilitating the skin’s natural healing process.

DR. GOBAC® CLEANSER 

is formulated to cleanse gently but thoroughly while preserving the 

skin’s natural hydro lipidic barrier. 

This milky, fragrance free, soothing cleanser has both anti-bacterial and 

anti-inflammatory properties, making it an absolute pleasure to use. 

(This cleanser is used in the conventional way and can be removed

with either water or cotton wool)

I put this cleanser to the test in various ways and it removed 

heavy make up, as part of a double cleanse, with surprising ease.

Yet it was remarkably gentle when a single cleanse was all that was needed

 on those no make-up days.

I can only imagine how wonderfully soothing and healing this cleanser would be 

on a sensitive, delicate skin.

(They do have a face wash available if you're not a milky cleanser lover)

I really enjoyed the packaging, as it comes in an airless pump dispenser ensuring

 that it remains contaminant free, which is vital for a compromised skin, 

especially after any facial procedure.

Another plus for this type of container is that you can easily control the amount

 of product dispensed ensuring less product wastage and that feature

 always gets my vote.

Overall I was impressed with my first product from the 

DR. GOBAC® COSMECEUTICALS Range and whilst a cleanser is a good intro product,

they appear to have a highly effective,compact anti-ageing range

 consisting of Vitamin A & Regenerating Serums and even advanced anti-ageing

serum called BIORESTORE NEEDLE FREE

which I have to say, are all up "my skincare street".

Hopefully I will bring you some more reviews in the future.

 DR. GOBAC® COSMECEUTICALS

is available at selected stockist s throughout Europe and the UK.

For a list of stockists or to order online 

Website

DR. GOBAC® CLEANSER

100mls

R325

MONTHLY FAVOURITES {JULY AND AUGUST 18}

It's time for my July & August Monthly Favourites post and just as a reminder, 

I do try many products over a two month period.

Only my true, absolute faves will make an appearance on this type of post, 

those products that I can confidently recommend you to buy and ones I would

confidently re-purchase with my own money.

1.

As you can see I'm becoming a bit huge fan of Urban Decay. 

They recently opened a store not 3 minutes from house which is going to be 

a problem for my credit card, I can already sense it. 

As their logo says its "Beauty with an Edge" but don't be put if you think you're 

not edgy (I'm certainly not) as I found out they have a great selection of lipsticks

 and I've fallen in love with the texture of their Vice Cream Lipsticks.

Read my review on the Urban Decay Vice Cream Lipstick

2.

Sticking with Urban Decay I also found my all time favourite eye and face palette

(and that's some claim coming from me) 

and I'm already stressing slightly, as to what I'll do when mine comes to an end,

 as it is a Ltd Edition and it's already sold out here in South Africa.

However, a little bird has told me that 30 more BACKTALK palette may, only may 

 appear on their website in October,

 so check out my review below to find out why I love this palette so much.

(I suggest that you sign up to their newsletter to be kept in the UD beauty loop..

I have) 

Urban Decay Website

Read my Review on UD Backtalk Palette

3.

It seems so long ago since I reviewed this True Match Highlight from L'Oréal 

and I'm still loving it. 

My tube is sadly depleting and hopefully it's a basic stock item and I can pick one

 up on my next trip to the UK in November, but it would be even better if 

L'Oréal launched it here in SA for summer.

Read my review on the True Match Highlight

URBAN DECAY VICE CREAM LIPSTICK {REVIEW}

Lipsticks and Lip glosses are my most purchased cosmetic items 

and I honestly didn't need to buy anymore, but I did!

Like a magpie, I'm drawn to them and I was truly like a kid in a candy store 

when the latest URBAN DECAY store opened its doors in Gateway recently. 

They seemed to have zillions of eye catching shades and formula's on display, 

just a slight excited exaggeration I know, but in fact they do have an 

extensive selection.

 From bold brights to Dark, sexy shades and super-versatile neutrals their lipstick

 shade range seems to have it all, as there's something for everyone.

Their infamous Vice Lipstick comes in a massive lineup of over 100 shades 

and in six finishes.

so here's a quick run down of what's on offer regarding their formula's :

MEGA MATTE:

 super-intense matte

COMFORT MATTE:

 our creamiest matte

CREAM:

 the original: creamy, badass luxury

METALLIZED:

 cream with a high level of pearl

SHEER:

 a punch of colour with a sheer, shiny finish

SHEER SHIMMER:

 slightly transparent finish with floating pearl and a smooth texture

I decided to go for a trusted Cream formula in the shade VIOLATE

 and having never used an

UD Lipstick before I wasn't too sure what to expect.

This Cream formula has a super-creamy texture, which I enjoy and is packed

with nourishing ingredients, leaving the lips soft and conditioned and never dry.

 Aloe vera, jojoba, avocado and babassu oils nourish and soften lips. 

Illipe butter (derived from Malaysian illipe trees) provides long-lasting moisture.

 Whilst Vitamin C and vitamin E provide a hit of antioxidants.

You will be pleased to know that just one swipe provides 

an unbelievable lay down of colour and it stayed longer than many 

other cream lipsticks of a similar price that I own.

The pigment load in all of the Vice Lipstick is insane 

and the Cream formula applied smoothly (without dragging or skipping)

 and to be honest, it feels amazing on the lips. 

After the first application I was in love and could only then fully understand

 all the buzz around the URBAN DECAY Vice Lipsticks, not only do they

deliver, have beautiful packaging, but they're also

slightly very addictive, which I wasn't expecting!

This is my 2nd review that I've posted Posts about 
URBAN DECAY 
and so far I'm loving what this brand has to offer and it only goes to 
confirm my tweak to their logo

URBAN DECAY
Beauty With An Edge
(For All Ages)

Urban Decay

Vice Cream Lipstick

R

250

£

16.50

$

18

URBAN DECAY

DOVE DERMASPA SUMMER REVIVED BODY LOTION WITH SELF TANNERS {REVIEW}

As part of Doves recently launched DermaSpa Collection
everything about this product the 

Dove DermaSpa Summer Revived Body Lotion 

sounded great on paper, as it's a

 " body lotion with self tanners for a natural bronzed glow"

Combining Doves skin care expertise with natural tanners, I thought it would be 

a great way to get that sun kissed look throughout winter or better still, 

as the name suggests,revive any remains of my summer tan.

It combines gentle, natural tanners and Dove Cell-Moisturisers® 

(key moisturising actives made from natural seed oils), 

which work at the heart of your skin cells*. This helps to keep your skin soft 

and smooth and makes that tan look even better.

This golden, quite luxurious feeling cream, did absorb easily into my skin 

leaving it feeling nourished, comfortable and non oily.

The idea is that this type of product can be used daily over the body

to moisturise the skin and to give a natural on going, buildable

bronzed glow.

I must also make mention that this product does have that fake tan smell,

which I personally am not a fan of.

As with all gradual or fake tans you do need to wash your hands thoroughly 

after application to avoid staining and remember that these type products 

generally do not have any SPF included so you will still need to use a

 separate one to prevent burning.

Admittedly I was slightly hesitant to purchase, as it seems that despite being 

available internationally in two options, Fair to Medium and Medium to Dark,

 it appears that we only have the Fair to Medium here in SA.

 Unfortunately I went against my all important "gut feeling" and bought a tube, 

despite have those niggling doubts that it wouldn't be the correct one 

for my skin tone.

I was correct,as it didn't really do much to give me a healthy bronzed glow 

and I feel that the Medium-Dark would have been a far better option.

 Another problem for me and one that I really couldn't handle, was

 that typical pungent chemical smell of fake tans,which unfortunately

lingers on the skin.

So on paper this product sounded great, but sadly in practise it wasn't so great.

If you have a very fair skin and don't mind the smell too much, then this easy to

apply gradual tanning body lotion could be one for you.

DOVE

Body Lotion Summer Revive  

200ml

R
74.39
(Current special price at Clicks)

£
3.85
(Current Special price at Superdrug)

BEAUTY PRODUCTS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW {AUGUST 18}

I normally post my "Currently Under Review" posts right at the beginning 

of a new month, but after being "woman down" with flu 

I'm running rather late with this one.

This month I have a couple of Urban Decay lip products to try and as promised 

another product from BioNike. 

I also have a product from a brand, Dr Gobac and having never tried anything from 

this brand before, so I'm looking forward to experiencing something totally new.

1.

I recently went to the launch of the Urban Decay store in Gateway 

and I picked up several of their products including one of their

 infamous Vice Lipstick and a HI-FI Shine Lipgloss,

 so I'm going to give these two lip products a try and as always I will let you 

know whether they're worth parting with your hard earned cash or not.

*NOW POSTED*

To Read my Full Review Urban Decay Vice Lipstick

2.

BioNike is an affordable Italian face and body care range that's available

 exclusively at Dischem. I have reviewed several of their products and I was super impressed with their 15fruIT XSENSE Multi Sensorial Oil, that it even made it

onto my Top 3 Body Products List for 2017.

to read my original full review

It's a brand that I've wanted to explore further and I've been kindly sent their 

DEFENCE HYDRA5 OPTHYDRA Nourishing Moisturising Cream

 to put to the test.

3.

Dr Gobac is a South African Cosmeceutical skincare brand based mainly

 on botanical ingredients and I have to admit that I know very little about, 

so I'll need to do some research on this brand whilst trying out their Cleanser.

*Now posted*

To Read my Full Review