'Avatar' inspires cosmetics from Avon to 3D nail polish

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Zoe Saldana, star of Avatar, who plays the lead 10-foot fierce blue Na'vi, has partnered with Avon for a new signature fragrance, called Eternal Magic, to debut in April. Avon says their latest spokesperson is the perfect match for the scent which they say embodies timeless grace, beauty and elegance -- and leaves a lasting impression

Zoe Saldana, star of Avatar, who plays the lead 10-foot fierce blue Na'vi, has partnered with Avon for a new signature fragrance, called Eternal Magic, to debut in April. Avon says their latest spokesperson is the perfect match for the scent which they say embodies timeless grace, beauty and elegance - and leaves a lasting impression

"We were drawn to her inner and outer beauty, and feel she represents the perfect combination of strength and femininity," said Geralyn Breig, president of Avon North America.

With whiffs of the rare Princess Monaco Rose, "Eternal Magic" is described as an enchanting fragrance for mysterious and alluring women, just like Saldano's alien character Neytiri.

Avon's other celebrity partners include Reese Witherspoon, Salma Hayek, and Fergie. Saldana has appeared in The Terminal, Star Trek, Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, and the upcoming Death at a Funeral.

Also, Milani Cosmetics has unveiled a 3D collection inspired by the science fiction blockbuster Avatar to be released into stores of the American CVS pharmacy chain on February 1.

The company claims its "holographic" makeup line shimmers and reflects light at various angles to make features "pop." A lip gloss is available in eight colors and the nail polish comes in six, including blue for serious Avatar fans. Naturally, there's alsoa blue shade of eye shadow.

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