I was going to publish a Halloween makeup post this year, but thanks to a random snow storm on one of my favorite holidays, I had no power. Without power, I was eating dinner by candlelight and reading Water for Elephants in front of the fireplace to keep warm and toasty. The 24 hours away from all things electronic was nice, but the timing was not what I had planned! It seemed silly to post a “how-to” story for Halloween when anyone following my advice would have to wait another year to use it.
So here I am, catching up on old campaigns!
Campaign 17 catalog
Campaign 17 started in the beginning of August, when the majority of my town was on vacation. Though the summer savings that the catalog was offering at this time were fantastic, there weren’t many customers around to take advantage of the great deals. I lived in a ghost town. So what did I do? Stock up, of course!
It was during this campaign that I decided to try out the clothing, skin care regimen, bug repellent…you name it! And it was a good thing that I did, because I had my first party at my friend’s house and my expertise in the products helped me build more sales. I was able to recommend specific fragrances and give testimonials about the ever-popular mark. peony apple body butter. Guests valued my opinions on the extensive mascara selection, and knowing the products helped me up-sell and cross-sell leading to more cha-ching! It was a small party of about 10 guests, so I was able to give each lady one-on-one attention to her beauty needs as well as enjoy the (strong) Sangria and snacks. Getting paid to talk about products you already recommend is pretty great!
Anyway, back to stocking up!
Skin care: I started the Anew Rejuvenate skin care regimen by using their 2-week trial kit, which at the time was only $19.99 (reg. $34). The mini cleanser lasted a full two-and-a-half months, the mini day cream lasted nearly three months, I’m almost finished with the night cream, and I still have plenty of the 24 hour eye moisturizer left! The trial kit was a great way to see how my sensitive (and acne-prone) skin reacted to a new regimen. Want to know a secret? I used to use a prescription to clear my blemishes and it barely worked, but somehow Anew Rejuvenate has made my face feel fresher, firmer, and look clearer like never before. I’ve moved my prescription topical medications under the sink, where they are probably collecting dust.
Hair care: My red locks were getting tangled, knotty, and the split ends resembled some kind of tumbleweed you would find in the middle of the dessert. I basically wanted to shave my head because I was so frustrated with it, but I didn’t because I tried a new hair treatment in the Advance Techniques Damage Repair line called 3D Rescue. The ad copy claimed that one application could “repair 3 years of hair damage in 3 days.” I had a few samples and tried it out. After just one application, I decided that I didn’t need a haircut yet and that I could once again donate to Locks of Love in the future.
Makeup: I was running out of an old Wet N Wild eyeshadow compact and wanted to find something similar to the daytime neutral colors I usually wear. The Anew Youth-Awakening Eyeshadow and Primer Kit was on sale, and I gave it a go. I use “Sunset Pink” every day (how fitting for me, because I LOVE sunsets!), and looks great with my Smooth Minerals Mascara. I also got myself a mark. customizable palette that I use for my nights out.
I could go on with more products I’ve been using since C-17, but then I wouldn’t have product reviews to write about in the future. You’ll just have to stay tuned!
Highlights of Campaign 17
I acquired new customers from my first Avon party! Success! And many of the products I started using back in the summer are still being used today!
On the downside…
The townspeople were all down the shore somewhere for two weeks before the high school sports seasons started. It was so quiet that I could hear ants crawling on the concrete pavement. There was no one to stop and say hello to! Networking with strangers would just have to wait!
Redheaded Avon Rep 