A Natural Alternative To Retinol

For many years, Retinol has been the go to product for reducing wrinkles, for a large proportion of women. It has been very successful, but some women have experienced irritation in using it. Peeling and dermatitis have been two of the not so welcome side effects .  Now there is a plant based alternative to Retinol that helps visibly reduce wrinkles and discolorations without causing irritation and does not promote photosensitivity. The latter means that it can be used during the day, and unlike Retinol, which can only be used a few times a week, the gentleness of Bakuchiol means it can be used twice daily, so can be extra beneficial.

Although you may never have heard of Bakuchiol, it has been around since 1996 and gets its name from the babchi seeds of the Bakuchi plant for which it was named. It helps heal your skin. Not only is bakuchiol found in babchi seeds but sometimes can be found in the livers of certain animals and fish, and in some vegetables.

Bakuchiol is well known as a safe alternative to Retinol and retinoids, doing exactly what they do but without all the side effects. AVON's FARM RX Bakuchiol range is perfect for those who prefer a vegan skin care regimen. 

There are currently three products in the range, 

FARM RX Bakuchiol cream, 

FARM RX Bakuchiol serum, 

and 

FARM RX Bakuchiol eye cream.

Clicking on any of the product links will take you through to the product page, and on that page you can read reviews from customers who have tried the products, you can check the complete list of ingredients and see all the benefits.

For those wanting vegan skin care, this range is a must.

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AVON - Farm RX Range For Those Wanting Natural Skin Care

 Recent years have shown an upswing in the popularity of all things green and cosmetics are no exception. Many people have wanted to find a gentler range of cosmetics, made from more natural ingredients and less chemicals, and AVON has listened and joined those who offer vegan and natural products with their Farm RX range.

Natural, plant derived skin care and body care can help soothe irritated skin. That's because it contains all the nourishing ingredients that your skin wants and needs, but without many of the unsafe ingredients that cause the irritations. 

One of the first mainstream ingredients that AVON incorporated into its range was the THC-free, non-GMO CBD oil. Sustainably sourced from domestically grown hemp, AVON use the entire hemp plant in this product including the stalk, seeds, stem, leaves and flowers, so that no part goes to waste. For those who are worried, since the collection of AVON's CBD range does not contain THC, the only high you'll get is knowing your skin feels cool calm and collect it.

CBD is a super ingredient that contains vitamins A D&E and essential fatty acids. Coupling this with turmeric, which is known for its anti oxidant properties, squalane oil from sugar cane which helps replenish moisture, jojoba oil another antioxidant rich oil that helps fight the effects of skin's exposure to bacteria and sunflower oil, AVON created Green Goddess facial oil. 

Green Goddess facial oil calms and soothes stressed out skin as it helps to reduce redness and discomfort so skin looks and feels healthy and radiant.

Another product which has taken skin care by storm has been the advent of cleansing balms. Often they are used as part of a two step cleansing process, and the reason they are used is that they contain oils that helped dissolve all types of makeup and even remove sunscreen. They cleanse more deeply than "just" a regular cleanser. But don't throw away your regular cleanser because like I said, balms are part of a two step process.

When you are double cleansing, start with AVON's Farm RX Super Greens Nourishing Cleansing Balm to gently remove any makeup and impurities. Then use the Farm RX Super Greens Refreshing Gel Cleanser for a deeper cleanse and refreshed feeling. You may be thinking "well, who should use double cleansing?"

Double cleansing is great for those with normal to oily skin, those who have sensitive skin (because the oil-based bomb paired with the gel cleanser is gentle on skin), those who are prone to breakouts and also anyone who wears a full face of makeup.

Remember how when you were growing up you were always told to "eat your greens""? Well, Farm RX Super Greens gives you benefits from the outside. Here are broccoli sprouts, brussels sprouts, green tea, and maringa oil for nourished healthy-looking skin. So now you can have your greens and eat them too!

What comes after cleansing? Moisturizing your skin. 

There are two Super Greens moisturizers, the Farm RX Super Greens Cooling Gel is a lightweight moisturizer that helps soothe and cool skin or you can even apply it more thickly, after a serum, as a mask to hydrate the skin.

Farm RX Super Greens MultiVitamin Moisture Cream locks in essential nourishing moisture and if you use it daily, after cleansing serums and treatments, it will help keep your skin soft and smooth.

During campaign 19 2022, you can get a FREE try-it size Super Greens Gel Cleanser with a purchase of the Farm RX Cleansing Balm or any Farm RX Super Greens purchase from select pages. Check out all of the range here >>> Farm RX

A great way to try out Farm RX is to get the trial kit which is on offer for only $12.99.  Not only does it give you the cleansing gel and the moisturizer but also 2 bakuchiol products as well.

I hope you have enjoyed this introduction to Farm RX Super Greens. They are an innovation so that you can enjoy beauty with natural products.

Campaign 18 Kudos

We had a really good campaign 18, despite the trials of supply issues, and I'm thankful for you all. You did an awesome job!

TOTAL TEAM SALES WERE $5358.91

We are back on an upward journey.

Four of you took advantage of your online store in campaign 18. 

Elaine Olivier $104.85

Kimberley  Chheda  $60.67

Jennifer Jarvis  $27.98

James Carwile $16.14

Well done, all of you!

TOP  SELLERS

Our top three in sales for campaign 18 were:

Jennifer Jarvis $1922.71

Melissa Gower $310.59

and

Lorin Doke $150.50

I know the past couple of years have been a struggle for all of us, COVID left many people either not having social interactions with reps like us, and then there were issues with income and unfortunately AVON purchases tend to belong in the non-necessity classification. I am thankful we are now coming through many of these trials although ask the recent letter from AVON proved, they are still experiencing supply issues just as our regular grocery stores and others are experiencing. All we can do is keep plodding along, one day at a time. We can offer our customers special incentives to still shop with us, and the Promotions Tool under Marketing in the Manage Business  tab in youravon enables you to offer free gifts with purchase, at no cost to you.

The offers change each campaign and you can schedule to have them emailed to all of your customers who have provided an e-mail address and agreed to have emails from us .

Please remember though, that if you send out a free shipping promotion, that the cost of that is paid for by us and will come out of your Commission for that sale.

Make sure to go to the AVON U and check out the priorities for campaign 19 and there are also resources and tools for the campaign as well.

The better prepared we are, and the more targeted the plans we make, the better we are to be successful for campaign 19.

Happy selling everyone, here's to our success!

Campaign 18 is all about the hair!

 In campaign 18 we are highlighting hair care. 

AVON has an amazing array of hair care products. My personal favourite is the Elastine Propolithera one. I have been booked since the range was first launched. My favorite product is the oil serum, which strengthens protects and moisturizes hair as well as giving it shine. I like that when I brush my hair immediately after applying it I can use it almost like a setting lotion to get my hair looking the way that I want it to but then once it dries, there is no greasiness at all and my hair looks perfectly soft and natural, and feels soft and silky. A little goes a long way and I actually rub my hands over my face once I've done my hair and use the serum as a base for my face as well.

Having said that, I love the hair mask and the shampoo and conditioners as well. I have recommended this range to many of my customers, and those who have taken my advice have all been very satisfied.

For those who like botanicals we have the Elastine Botanicals range and these are infused with revitalizing babassu seed oil, chamomile flower water and lemon chestnut extract which helped bring damaged hair back to life and add moisture for a smooth natural looking sheen.

There are three different products. 

The Cherry Blossom and Hyaluronic Acid collection moisturize's dry damaged hair. The Rosemary and Sea Salt collection helps add volume and body and promote thicker hair 

and 

the Avocado and Quinoa collection helps combat frizz and prevent breakage.

These are just some of the products in AVON's amazing hair care ranges. You can see all the others on my website at www.youravon.com/rosemarydempsey

Check out Hana Hong's article:

7 Common Shampoo Mistakes That Can Cause Hair Loss (and Other Scalp Issues)

Chances are you're probably making at least one.

We learn how to wash our hair around the same time we learn the ABCs but, unlike the alphabet, this everyday ritual isn't that elementary. Even small missteps in your sudsing process can have big consequences for your scalp and hair (such as hair loss). Add types of shampoos, water temperature, and washing frequency to the mix (Did we mention co-washing?), and you've got yourself a real headache.

There is always room for improvement, once you know you're making mistakes. With that in mind, we polled professional hairstylists for their most common hair-washing mistakes.

1You shampoo too often, or not enough.

Ah, the age-old debate of how often to wash your hair. Infrequent washing can leave your scalp itchy and irritated, but too-frequent washing can leave your scalp dry, producing more oil to compensate.

According to the experts, there's no universal answer because hair-washing frequency depends on a variety of conditions, such as hair texture and lifestyle. "If you have fine, oily hair, I would suggest washing every other day. This is also the best practice for people with dandruff," says Paul Wintner, professional hairstylist and educator for Alterna Haircare. "For people with a normal-to-dry scalp, or curly/coily hair, you should stretch out your wash days to one or two times a week maximum." Regardless of hair type, try to avoid washing every day.

2You OD on dry shampoo.

Dry shampoo is a godsend for greasy, second-day hair; but overusing it can cause buildup, leaving strands limp and hair follicles clogged. "I usually suggest only using dry shampoo one to two times between washes,"  says Wintner. 

3You're not completely wetting your hair first.

It's easy to get impatient in the shower (especially if you're a chronic alarm snoozer) but, to achieve a deep clean, every strand needs to be soaking wet. "Not doing so will make it more difficult to spread the product through your hair and cause you to overuse shampoo," says Wintner. So, to allow your shampoo to emulsify, make sure your hair is completely wet.

4You massage too hard.

We all love a vigorous head scrub at the salon, but don't do it every day at home. According to Wintner, massaging too hard can cause breakage, and scratches on the scalp can result in scarring. "The best practice is to use the pads of your fingertips, and not your fingernails, to scrub your scalp," he says. Using circular motions with slight pressure will be enough to cleanse the scalp and hair."

5You're shampooing the ends.

Focus on the roots, not the ends. Intentionally emulsifying the ends can cause unwanted tangling and knots. What's more, not thoroughly cleansing clogged hair follicles can lead to hair loss if not careful.

Lather and massage the roots to mid-length, and then let the water naturally drive the soap down when you rinse.

6You're not shampooing long enough.

Fast and furious is a great tagline, but not a great motto for washing your hair. If you're in and out of the shower in five minutes, you're probably not doing it right. "It's important to take enough time to scrub and massage the scalp well," says professional hairstylist Gina Rivera. "This is important because massaging generates blood flow, which contributes to a healthy scalp. A healthy scalp makes for healthy hair." Wintner says a good practice is to shampoo with circular motions all over your scalp for two to three minutes. 

7You use the same shampoo year-round.

While it's a beauty myth that your hair gets used to the same shampoo over time, you still want to switch things up occasionally. Your hair needs shift with changing seasons, styling habits, and coloring. For example, a smoothing shampoo might come in handy during humid summer months, while a volumizing shampoo is probably better for the drier winter season. To reduce buildup, Wintner recommends switching off between a clarifying shampoo and moisturizing shampoo, and throw in a color-treated shampoo if your hair is dyed.

Now that we know what not to do, follow this stylist-approved, step-by-step tutorial for washing and conditioning your hair.