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The economic outlook may be dire, but your style forecast is sunny thanks to accessible luxuries from Avon. No matter what your budget in these tough times, Avon has an affordable beauty and fashion solutions to keep you pretty and pampered all season long. From hair care shortcuts to makeup must-haves, treat yourself without breaking the bank courtesy of Avon:

TOUCH-UP TRICKS: Hair coloring appointments are costly, not to mention time consuming. Save on constant trips to the salon with the Avon Advance Techniques Grey Root Touch-Up ($3.49). Camouflage grays and roots with this mess-proof mascara-like brush, ensuring a targeted, quick-dry application and go a little longer between appointments.

MAKEUP MULTI-TASKERS: One way to update your makeup bag without spending a fortune is by using a color palette featuring complementary shades for eyes, lips and cheeks in one perfectly portable and adorable piece. The Jillian Dempsey for Avon Beauty Essentials Palette ($7.99) was handpicked by the makeup guru herself and creates effortlessly gorgeous looks, just in time for the bustling holiday season.

STRIKE IT RICH: Get rich quick-color rich, that is-with a gold-infused lipstick that lets you treat yourself to the ultimate in color luxury. Avon’s latest lush lipstick, Ultra Color Rich 24K Gold Lipstick ($8), is a glittering new way to go metallic with its 24 karat gold-infused formula. The new shade makes striking gold simple on any budget.

ESSENTIAL SCENTS: Glamorous fragrances that won’t break the bank provide an instant beauty boost that lasts for months! Step into a James Bond movie for just $30 with the new Bond Girl 007 fragrance – an irresistible cocktail of confidence and charm that will be impossible to resist.

The man in your life can follow his passions with Patrick Dempsey Unscripted ($32). The award winning actor was inspired by living life by his own definitions and not by a written script.

SKIP THE SPA: Why run out to a spa to get a professional facial that can cost upwards of $200 when you can have one right at home? Avon’s ANEW Rejuvenate Night Revitalizing Cream ($32).

And Flash Facial ($48) provide the revitalizing results of a professional anti-aging facial in just seven days.

NO DERMATOLOGIST NECESSARY: Look your best for holiday festivities. Avon’s Clearskin Professional Acne Treatment System ($34) helps prevent, treat, and control acne in three easy steps. Skin is clearer in three days. Clearskin Professional is a fast, easy and cost effective alternative to a light treatment at a dermatologist’s office that set you back thousands…

DESIGNER DEALS: You can stay on trend without emptying you wallet with designer fashion pieces at affordable prices from Avon. Sparkle and shine at holiday parties with pieces from iconic jeweler – Kenneth Jay Lane. The Kenneth Jay Lane for Avon Statement Necklace and Earrings ($40 for necklace and $15 for earrings) help make a perfectly glamorous statement for just the right price!

FABULOUS FASHION FINDS: Make a stylish entrance at holiday events in the Front Wrap Knit Dress ($29.99) and Oversized Ostrich Embossed Clutch ($19.99) or slip on big style with Suede Peep Toe Pumps ($34.99). With patent detailing and a comfort platform these pretty pumps provide style without hurting your feet – or wallet!