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Investors are starting to realize that when it's Avon calling, they probably shouldn't answer. The cosmetics company is unlikely to escape its steady decline, despite the unblushing optimism of Wall Street analysts.

Revlon's stock has been choppy lately, swinging 10% to 20% in either direction on small news items. But the cosmetics and beauty care products company has gotten its feet back under itself financially, and may be undervalued by the market. Here's why.

Higher raw materials costs, supply problems in Brazil and poor sales in Russia drove the cosmetics company's quarterly sales and income.

Looking for work, any kind of work? Have you considered direct sales? My friend Shira did. I got a Facebook announcement from her over the weekend: "I've decided to become an Avon Lady!" "Wow, those are still around?" I asked myself. Sure enough, Avon sales reps are worldwide, and the company...

Beware, Avon ladies (and men) who actually work on-site for the company: the cosmetics giant announced today that it will shed 1,200 jobs by 2013 in an effort to reduce operating costs.The news comes in the midst of Avon's full-speed-ahead campaign to attract new independent sales representatives....