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Last Friday morning, I decided to test out the Avon Advance Techniques Professional Hair Care Daily Results Anti-Frizz Capsules ($5 for 20). I smoothed two capsules throughout my damp hair, focusing on my ends. Then I proceeded to style my hair. I didn't apply this on my scalp just on the length of my hair. It has a pleasant, light fragrance. It is also lightweight as well.

I noticed that while my hair was shiny, felt silky and soft, the capsules didn't do such a great job controlling my frizz or flyaways. On the other hand, I do have a bit of split ends in the back of my hair. There's a chance that when I go get a trim, the capsules will control my frizz better.

Also, it was a bit windy that day as well. I remember when we standing in line, my hair was whipping all over the place! That's probably another reason why I still had frizz and flyaways. I was also thinking that this product may work better when you pair it with the Advance Techniques Moisture Sleek Smoothing Serum. I have to wash my hair later on today so I'll be sure to pair the capsules with the smoothing serum.

Still interested? Read on!

Another package came in the mail today, this one from Avon!

From clockwise: Avon Advance Techniques Professional Hair Care Moisture Sleek Smoothing Serum, Super Extend Mascara in Brown, Glimmersticks Diamonds Eye liner in Brown Sugar, Glimmersticks Diamonds Eye Liner in Emerald Glow, U by Ungraro Fever, Advance Techniques Professional Hair Care Daily Results Anti-Frizz Capsules (tested), Glazewear Sparkle Lip Gloss in Mirage and Glazewear  Shine Lip Gloss in Darling Pink (tested).

The more I look at these photos from the Mackage Fall 2010 Fashion Show, the more I am reminded of Charlize Theron's character in Aeon Flux. Not exactly her wardrobe, but her hairstyle.

Digging this look? Avon's Global Stylist Advisor Tippi Shorter created the hair look for the show with support from the Avon team. This length, side swept bang complemented the sexy but slim and detailed silhouettes that have become Mackage's trademark.

"This look was really inspired by the woman who had her hair perfectly done the night before, wakes up and tries to recreate the look. It's a look that I refer to as 'second day chic.' It's a sexy and mysterious look that works perfectly with the designs."

- Tippi Shorter for Avon

To recreate the look, dubbed "Second Day Chic," Avon recommends the following products and steps:

>>Apply Advance Techniques Volumizing Mousse to hair that has been dried straight , evenly distributing to create a sturdy base for the style. Use a comb to create a deep, diagonal part that extends from the hairline just above the outer corner of one eye to the crown.

>>Using a round barrel brush and brow dryer, create a defined part by blowing the front section forward to create a dramatic sweep across one eye.

>>Just below the crown, backcomb a 2-3" section of hair and drape over the back of the head to distribute the teased pieces. Gather the bottom section of hair (below the diagonal part) and tie off into a low ponytail using a clear, elastic band.

>>Mix Advance Techniques Moisture Sleek Smoothing Serum and Shaping Gel and apply by hand to the front section of hair enhancing the drape across the front of the face.

>>Gather the draped section of hair and pull into the loose low pony, securing with bobby pins. Finish with Advance Techniques Mirror Shine Spray for a high shine finish.

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