"DING DONG! Avon Calling!"

The torch has been passed. From grandmother, to mother, to sister, to aunt, to me. I am now an AVON LADY! I have always loved Avon products and I love retail, and who can’t use a little side money these days, right? So it’s perfect!

But let me tell you…this is NOT your mother’s Avon! The name may have a not-so-cool connotation for those not raised on it, but the products are definitely chez chic! Avon has done a tremendous job bringing its offerings into the 21st century. The company continues to offer some of its standard classics for its hardcore customer base, but it has also created products for the trendy fashionista that may need a little persuasion to try Avon. And with Avon’s mark line, they offer fashion, skin, make-up, and body care items for that true urbanista on the move.

Avon has also made it easier to shop with them. You can always stick with the face-to-face relationship that you have built with your Avon Representative, but now you can also shop online and have the purchase directly delivered to you! And most times, Avon has a FREE SHIPPING promotion going on, which will get your items to you in a matter of days with no additional cost to you. For those that don’t know what to try, here is my latest list of recommendations:

PLANET SPA African Shea Butter Brown Sugar Body Scrub - $4.99
With this body scrub, you come away with a great scent and wonderfully replenished skin! Shea butter contains vitamin E and is known for its healing properties.

PLANET SPA African Shea Butter Whipped Body Balm - $5.99
After you’ve used the body scrub, polish the skin off with this ultra rich whipped body balm.

mark Earth Eu de Toilette - $22.00
This is my favorite smell from Avon! It has a hint of sweetness, flowers, and woods. It’s very chic, very sophisticated, and a great everyday fragrance. And nobody has to know it didn't come from an upscale department store.

mark Self-Sanctuary Honey Jasmine Body Butter - $8.00

I just love this fragrance, and I love it even better in a body butter. It’s perfect for those dry winter days when the skin needs a little extra moisture.

mark Knot Stuff Earrings - $12.00

Tough, sexy, and feminine! This chunky, brushed metallic look is the perfect accessory for your skinny jeans and leather jacket. Add the matching Knot Too Shabby bracelet for $15.00

PRO-TO-GO Lipstick - $9.00

Just because you aren’t rich doesn’t mean your lipstick can’t be. Rich lipstick in great packaging! It looks fab and feels great!

Smooth Mineral Eyeshadow Duo - $6.99

Mineral make-up is all the rage these days. Avon offers great mineral eyeshadow singles, duos, and powders. Tuck them in your purse and dash. You can add an eyeshadow brush for $1.99 with any $10 Smooth Mineral Makeup purchase.

Visit my online store at http://youravon.com/makiariley. Email me to find out about free shipping at makia.riley@gmail.com.