I just started as a Mary Kay consultant and I will agree that there are some really pushy sellers out there but I made a promise with myself that I will not be that type of person. I will be the one who is laid-back, easy going and will not push products into your face.

Although Mary Kay products seem to be a little bit more expensive than your other leading brands, Mary Kay actually works and they are the only company with a 100% money-back guarantee. If you order, you are either very pleased with the product or you will receive your money back. I see it as a win-win situation.

I started Mary Kay for the simple fact that I want an extra income to provide for my bills and other things I desire to have. Although starting Mary Kay is a little rocky in the beginning. Customer clientele is one thing I did worry about. Who was I going to sell to?

I started selling to my family, my friends, my church and my other job. I even went as far as making fliers for school.

If you would like to take a look at my website, it is http://www.marykay.com/hporchea

I'm 14 years old and i have been using Mary Kay since i was about 12 going into 13. My mom has been a consultant for about 17 years now!:) When she first started selling Mary Kay she made lots of money off of it because of where she worked. She quit about 5 years ago and lost many customers. Recently she started trying to grow her business back up and has had big success:) with the help of her amazing Director:) way to go mom ha;) Even when times were slow she still made money maybe not as much but she didn't go all out on advertising. Anywayyys.. I obviously don't do the whole miracle set and stuff but i have always used the Velocity Cleanser and Moisterizer and i don't know WHAT i would do without it! I also use the mineral powder, steely eyeliner, and the lash lengthening mascara and occassionly <-- don't know how to spell oops! bronzer:) For a period of time (like a month?) i usually didn't take off my foundation or makeup and stuff and noticed i started breaking out and such. I started using my cleanser and moisterizer and i noticed RIGHT AWAY my skin clearing up, becoming softer, and just going back to normal (just thought i would put that out there) also, the mineral powder is like my all time FAVO:) i had to use a different foundation one time which i dreaded doing! i used it once and when i stepped back and looked in the mirror i looked like i had leperacy <-- don't know how to spell that either:: my face was blotchy it set into lines which i never knew existed!? and it made me look fake with its little sparkle things in it.. i tried redoing it 3 times and i kept blending, putting more on, and taking some off! let me tell YOU total nightmare!:( Yes, the eyeliner i think does come off easily but i think its because i'm pretty active. But again i've tried other WATERproof things that comes off waaay more easy than Mary Kay's. Overall, why would you not even try Mary Kay!? With their 100% money back gaurantee! I see this business going on in my own house everyday this is not a scam? I've helped with my moms parties and I know the history and products of Mary Kay inside and out and I've heard many stories of how it has changed families lives! And with the whole bad consultant thing? You don't go through an interview to do Mary Kay.. so it's all about finding the right consultant!:) Like my mother!:))

I've read all the reviews, some neg, some pos, and would like to give one of my own. I'm familiar with their products and have tried them over time and now was looking for a way to make a little extra cash so decided to become a consultant. They sent me a starter kit with a bunch of products to use on consumers but thought, why not try them myself.

To respond to some reviews regarding the formula not changing or no ingredient information... They HAVE changed the formula since I used it last and all INGREDIENTS are listed right on the website.

Anyhoo, I used the Timewise moisturizer and day solution and have to say it left my skin soft, and not tight like some moisturizers, plus it smells very pleasant. I also tried the foundation (used the shade helper they gave me) and am happy with results. It is a little on the thick side but your not using a lot so it blends smooth. As a matter of fact, it doesn't appear that I have foundation on at all... the foundation just gave me an even skin tone and took away any dark spots or imperfections.

I do not have sensitive skin and understand that not all brands are for everyone but the great thing is you can TRY BEFORE YOU BUY which I think is great. Plus if it doesn't work for you, just return it, try something else or get a full refund. Nothing lost, nothing gained.

Yes I understand some reps can be pushy and will tell you anything you want to hear, but in truth, that is with "almost" every sales person from retail, cars, to insurance policies, etc. And just like there are some honest mechanics, car salesmen, retail managers, etc, there ARE some honest MK reps. I'm sorry some of you had bad experiences, you just have to find the right one for you.

If your interested in learning about any MK products, or want a free consultation where you can try some products, let me know, I would be more than happy to help.


Christina Bauer
MK Consultant
Phone: 201.467.4563
Web: http://www.marykay.com/christinabauer

I am not a fan of Mary Kay. It is the type of brand you get guilt-tripped into purchasing because your friend is a consultant. They used to rely heavily on animal-testing so buyers should be aware that many of their most popular products that have been around forever are the result of cruelty to animals. I think products feel cheap on the skin and generally boycott them.

The only reason I did not give it a 5 is because I want to give the products a little more time and see how they work over the long haul. I have tried EVERYTHING- expensive, cheap, and in between. I even went all natural; at the end of that experiment I was left with a rash on my face that would NOT go away- had it for MONTHS. All natural does not mean hypoallergenic. I am allergic to tea tree oil, big time, and can't use products with a lot of alcohol or glycolic acid in them.

I have skin that has always been prone to contact dermatitis- can't wear eyeshadow EVER- and my face has gotten more sensistive as I get older. At 38, I still get occasional pimples. I started using the TimeWise Miracle set on the advice of my sister, who was/is using it and loved it. The rash started going away in a day or two, was completely gone in a week. My pores on the bridge and sides of my nose are less visible. My skin is more even in texture. This is after about 2 months. I only have gotten pimples right before my period, but they are hormonal and I would get them no matter what I was using; that said, there are less of them and the MK acne treatment gel is as good as anything I've tried in getting them to go away (plus it has cucumber in it, which helps calm things down). I have added the Time Wise firming eye cream just the other day and will see how that works on my fine lies, but to date NOTHING has, so even if it doesn't, I wouldn't rate it as worse than anyone else's.

Bottom line is... I have sensitive skin which looks very good when it is calm and happy and right now my skin looks GREAT and so does my sister's. The only cosmetics of theirs I use is their lip gloss (got to try/see colors before buying and the 100% return policy helps) and the ultimate mascara. I have red hair, blue eyes and pink toned skin, which makes finding the right color, especially in lip colors, very hard. I have been happy with the colors I have gotten. The ultimate mascara makes my lashes look like I used a curler when I didn't and holds the curl for the whole day wthout flaking (always a big problem for me). I don't know what else, if anything, of theirs I will use, but I am very happy with what I have used so far. I'm not big on wearing a lot of makeup.

My consultant is great, a good salesperson without being pushy who loves what she does in terms of it allowing her to help women feel good about themselves. I am a good judge of salespeople, as I have been in sales and marketing for 20 years. She, to me, is a bonus.

Of course, no product is right for everyone, but I am a tough customer and a tough sell and I see no reason why I wouldn't continue to buy Mary Kay. And for the woman who busted on retinols because they are not the "latest" in skincare, read what the professionals have to say. They all use retinols for wrinkles and skin texture because THEY WORK and right now they are one of the only things that have a track record of working. Why wouldn't MK want to use what works?

I would like to state there are good consultants out there, they're just hard to find. I was 'conned' into becoming a consultant. They were pushy and would say anything to you if it meant you'd buy the product. I bought the biggest package ( my mistake I know I could have said no) because they promised to help me build clients and help put parites together, and said that was the best way to start and they had purchased the largest package when they started and had great success with it. I did not, after I signed up and bought the product I never heard from my advisors again! I would call them, leave messages and no one ever returned by call. After learning more about the company more myself, I soon realized that they had mad a lot of false promises. I tried to sell on my own, but that was hard not knowing how to do anything online or through the company. I finally meet one consultant who was so nice and helpful, she suggested returning the product, but by the time I contacted the company and they slowly mailed me the forms so I could return the products the return policy was up, by a day! They refused to buy the products back, and were very rude on the phone when I explained the situation. I have tried to contact the company by phone and e-mail to give them the consultants names so they could maybe stop this from happening again, they did nothing, one represenative actually told me that they don't take responsibility for their consultants or their actions. The products I found now aren't that great either, not for me anyways. Also I find it odd that they are very into finding a cure for cancer and do numerous things in the cancer field, but they have a lot of perservatives in there products, which is a leading cause of cancer. I wish I knew then what I know now and I would have saved myself $3000 some dollars!

Ok, I have read in full 90% of these reviews and as for the 10% I simply skimmed over them. Has it occured to the people who have given negatives, that not every product is for everyone. With that, are you telling me, that 'Mabelline', 'Cover Girl', 'Clinique', 'Este' Lauder', 'Loreal', 'MAC' and etc (I think you get my drift)...fullfil your every need in a makeup line or skin care? That these other lines of makeup, are they perfect for you? Are you also telling me that of all these other products you have NEVER had a bad experience? If that's the case, consider yourself lucky and carry on w/ your life. I only wish i could go to the mall's Clinique stand or run into Walmart, pick up a line of make up and be 100% satisfied!

I was introduced a while ago to MK, a distant friend came up to me one evening while I was with my husband, and simply said, "I am starting to sell Mary Kay, if you are interested in hosting a party or trying the makeup give me a call." There was ABSOLUTLY no pressuring at all. After 3 months had passed, and I looked in my own make up drawer, with in those 3 months, I had bought a Clinique foundation, and a Loreal foundation......in addition too, to compacts of eye shadows, and eyeliners. I looked in my drawer and thought......OMG, it was so dang full of cosmetics that I HATED......nothing looked right on me. It was then when I decided to call this distant friend and set up an appt. with her.

Now my consultant was fairly new and didn't have all my answers.....but she found each answer to my question thru her director. The Cleanser she initially put me, yes, it did irriate my skin, but so did Oil of Olay, Loreal's and Cliniques........HOWEVER, i was able to return the MKs for 100% refund. I tried to take back my clinique, and that just about laughed in my face..... My consultant even offered to refund my $ or replace it for a different line of product. I chose to replace it, because I wanted a fair shot at this line of product. It ended up, the second line she tried on me works wonderful... and like other's here, my face in these months that I have been faithful to this product, have improved remarkably. I am a middle aged woman (44) and am starting to fight the battle of crow's feet and fine laugh lines. EVERY brand of make up that I have bought, enhances these lines......they become deeper in appearance. By using the Mary Kay facial treatments as well as the foundations, my lines have not only have lessened, the make up doesn't collect in the creases as bad.

So yes, I do like the make up, thus far in what I have used... what I like most more then anything, knowing that not all make up is for everyone, atleast MK allows you to sample it before you buy...........and then, even after you have it, and try it for a few days and STILL don't like it, you can RETURN IT for 100% refund. Untile Clinque, Revelon, Loreal' or anthing you buy at a drug store/Walmart....can offer me that, I will stick to this.

To this day, occasionally, my consultant will ask if I need anything or if I am unhappy with anything, but for the most part, I call her and let her know what I am running out of something and she either has it on hand or she will order it for me and I have it within 5 days if she does have to order it.

I would like to comment on the person who had said, She tried MK and it totally ruined her skin and still to this day after months later she's still battling with what MK did to her face..............HUM>>>>>>>&g t;>do you really think by now since it's been this long that it's MK??? I think you MAY have an underline problem and it has nothing to do with MK makeup because if it's lasting this long, and if you are cleansing your face with any product, the cycle would have been well over by now.

Mary Kay-ProPay - Consultant Alert!!!

Mary Kay, Inc. has partnered with ProPay as its credit card processor for consultants. Propay is linked to the Mary Kay website and portrayed as "THE way" for consultants to process their client's credit cards. ProPay used to offer a free acoount, now it only offers a $30 annual fee account, plus processing charges per card.

Consultants, ProPay is not your only choice!!! PayPal is more popular and provides better service. There are several other better and more reputable services out there.

I had a free ProPay account for 5 years when they discontinued their free account and began deducting a $5 monthly fee without notifying me!! This went on for seven months before they finally sent me an email. Of course, they refused to refund my hard earned money. They said they had notified me and it was not their fault that none of their emails made it through. Tell me, does your spam blocker let an address come through for four and a half years, then block it for six months and then let it through on the seventh?? Not likely!

They call themselves a financial institution, but are a privately held and are not concerned with customer service. Their representative was rude and mocking - who needs that! Anyone starting a MK business should look at other options. If you must use ProPay, keep your account empty. Transfer your payments out as soon as they come in. You'll have more transactions fees, but you won't lose $35 like I did before they notified me.

Their only solution for their failure to notify me of the fees? They offered to let me renew my account as a paid account for an additional $20!! In case you are counting that would be $50 for a $30 "service." Obviously they have no respect for their customers. I will never do business with that company again and strongly encourage other consultants to keep your eyes on your account and be aware.

I live in a pink bubble and I love it. The thing I love most about my business is that yes, you can do it as little or as much as you like. Nothing comes for free in this day and age. The more you market yourself the more you are going to profit. I have been a consultant for about 6 months now but I have used the product for around three years. I love my Mary Kay items. I love the fact that my consultant (now recruiter) dealt with all of my insecurities and helped me choose the best look that was for me. Until recently I have just been letting my abilities sit while I delt with personal matters. But last week I had a stellar week, because I actually worked my business. Mary Kay is the #1 brand of skin care in cosmetics in the US and has been for the past 14 years, we are also #3 in brand loyalty, behind google and avis. You can hear all kinds of horror stories about how it's a scam, etc. but most businesses don't make money in their first year, you are lucky to break even. Some people are truely successful, they just have better time management skills than others and the drive to want to succeed. I had tried other products before I went to Mary Kay and personally, I haven't found another that I like. Not all products are for everyone. One of my best cosmetic customers has extremely sensitive skin and cannot use the cleanser. Someone else mentioned though that Mary Kay has a 100% GUARANTEE POLICY. If you are unsatisfied please allow your consultant an opportunity to make it right! I was truely happy to see that it was just the product that some weren't happy with and not their consultants. Think Pink, I have learned that positive thinking will make the negative go away.

The skin care is great! I have used it for years. I love formula 3 and the purple mask. I'm not big on the makeup.

I am a new consultant. I used MK for several months to be certain my skin would be okay with it and was very pleased. I have good skin, but it is sensitive, so I am understandably careful. Probably will not make a livable wage in MK because I live outside a town of less than 5,000, but will make a few shekles. I've been using Oil of O'Lay for several years and it's no cheaper than MK, plus my skin looks better. I'm not into all the MK Corporate do-dah, which suits me just fine. Calling MK a cult is just plain weird! In addition, I've chosen to not keep product on hand, in the event my business goes soft. I live in Northern Ontario, 10 hrs north of Toronto, and the business climate is not high pressure, so we don't have rah-rah meetings. Because our weather is so cold and dry, I LOVE the day and night serums, the Intense Moisture Cream, and the Extra Emolient Night Cream!

That any significant number of women are still involved in this cult-like organization is evidence of a victory of shallow, vacuous PR glitz over the stark reality presented by the trail of women injured through their Mary Kay Cosmetics experience. I don’t pretend to have any informed opinion about the quality of their products. However, as the husband of a former Mary Kay Senior Sales Director (over ten years, cars, etc.,) I can tell you I’ve learned the best decision a woman can make about Mary Kay Cosmetics is to stay the hell away from it, particularly the “opportunity”! We’re so glad we’re out.

Plain and simple: Mary Kay Cosmetics abuses women. Before you suffer the loss of any money on this con, read more about the Mary Kay Cosmetics scam at pinktruth.com.

I have used Mary Kay products for over 10 years. I love the basic skin care; I use medium foundation, and sometimes time wise. I love the
lipsticks and Ultimate mascara. I have tried to use Merle NOrman products and clinque products. I always go back to Mary Kay. I have
mature skin (age 65). I look very natural with Mary Kay and about at least 10 yrs younger. I am a personal user (joined to get products to get a discount). I sell how much I want, when I want. The products are very good. Some people will always complain about cosmetics. Could
be jealously! If your doctor says don't use make up, don't use it, like if you have skin problems. I certainly at age 65 look much better with make up. I take off my make up every night, use light moisturier in the day, and the once a week derma abrasions. Eye shadow
does not look good on me; so I avoid it. The foundation is the very best I have every tried; but I use a loose face powder to set it in.
You must use all the basics to start with: toner, moisturizer and then foundation. Your consultant will help you. I love the idea of
try before you buy; and that customers can earn FREE products. Now at my age unless I can afford a plastic surgeon, I know I can't get rid of the crows feet or the few wrinkles in my hands or face. After all I am 65! But you must take good care of your skin, eat right, drink lot of water, clean and use moistuzers. MK products are meant to work together; use what you like, you don't have to use it all. PS: I like
the extra $$$. I don't go to meetings because I dont like to be pushed. My avon friend makes about $300/400 a month (and I hate Avon
makeup..and other things are too expensive. My avon friend doesn't have to try very hard; I like the extra $$ I make. It takes time to build up a customer base; using excellent customer service that you
learn from others. I like Mary Kay.!!

I'm very dissapointed with their foundation and eye concealer it also made my face and eyes itchy and swolen. As I'm sitting hear typing I'm about to go to the emergancy when I'm done. This is the worst my face have ever looked in my life. A few years ago I tried the foundation and concealer and the same thing happen, then a consultant told me they have change a lot of their products, which I think is a lie she just told me that so I could by. The time this happened and I went to my dermatolagits he said he's had a few patients come in and complain about MaryKay breaking out the face. The thing he doesn't like about MaryKay is that the don't list their indgriendts on their products which he said is very strange. LIKE THE GIRL SAID I HATE MARY KAY ALSO.

I just have to say that I love Mary Kay. I am a consultant but started to use the products about 2 months before I became one. The difference it made in my skin was great. There is however only one product of MK that I cannot use and that is the tube foundation (medium or full coverage). Dries my skin out. But I do love everything else. Another thing that really impressed me was that I could actually use most of their perfumes without getting a migraine which was very unusual for me. I have made a little bit of money (nothing major) but enough that I usually get my products for free which is great because both my daughter and I use them and swear by them. Also, if you buy any product from Mary Kay, then guarantee it 100% so if you have a problem with anything, make sure you see your consultant for a refund or exchange at no cost to the consultant. If you have any questions about MK please contact me at lpodruchny@marykay.com. I will be more than happy to help you without soliciting and can refer you to a consultant in your area should you need help. Lore'

Ok, I have been reading these comments, and I just have to say that I LOVE Mary Kay products. Yes, I am a consultant, and while my business isn't where I'd like it to be right now (I STILL have to work a job during the day that I don't enjoy). I can't wait untill the day when I can quit my "day" job and work Mary Kay full-time. I have tried other products, and they do NOT do all the wonderful things for my face like MK does. I got some foundation from the store (I won't mention the name) and to be honest, it had some perfume or something that made it stink! I love the fact that MK puts together "looks" that women who might not know what color goes with what can look fabulous with no guess work. MK IS AWSOME!!

I am slowly starting my Mary Kay business. The Timewise Products worked very well for me. I became a consultant thinking that it'd be easy and stress free. I'm now not as convinced. I love the "make your own schedule" and "doing it for an extra income", however I am noticing that I am MK biggest consumer. My husband, who knows a lot about business, pointed out that to get the career started you buy their start up kit. Then to help make things easier on you and the consumer- YOU have to pay for the online profile and the "ProPay" credit card processing service on line. Then YOU have to buy any and all of the extras such as catalogs, samples, fill in business cards, order forms, hostess cards and gifts, applicators... I though OK- I will do it for the 50% discount. That way I can get the Timewise products and Satin Hands cheaper. Apparently not. I have to buy the inventory (which the cheapest is $600) to get my discount. Oh- as far as the inventory... It is written that you don't have to have one, but I am being pushed several times that "Why open the store with a can of tomatoes and a 5 pond bag of sugar?" Why is it written that I don't have to have an inventory, yet, you are trying to force it onto my like it'll cost me my career? Then they sent me a packet of information to not use my own money, but to seek a person loan from a bank or asking friends and family. Have they seen the economy lately? No one can afford to give large sums of money away to help a friend or family member- they have to take care of their own. As for a bank, with the interest rates climbing... Need I say more. Let's do the math shall we to see how this "career opportunity" holds up? Starter Kit- $100 plus tax Online Profile- $50 per year plus tax ProPay (so that you can process credit cards and get your income) $29.00 per a year, plus tax The Inventory (to get the discount) run between $600-$3,600 Then and extra run as cheap as $0.99 to $15.00 per each item So for me to start up the true MK business I have to spend between $779.99 (plus tax) up to $3,794 (plus tax). I am a poor recently graduated college student trying to pay off loans, buy a house and making my car last me another couple years. I am just able to make ends meet, hence why I started a Mark Kay business for extra income. However, the numbers show that you're more likely to put yourself into more debt. Mary Kay are a multi-billion dollar industry. They donate more to amazing charities. They have a "team/family" feel to them. With all this going, why can't they give their "team" anything for free and sell from there? I am still going to give this company a try. If it fails, I got my Timewise Mirical (that runs $104),a second set of Timewise Basic ($45), eye make up remover ($14), 11 foundations ($154), mascara ($15) 2 cute totes, 8 clear zipper bags, 4 mirrors, a some samples for $100. I can continue to get my Mary Kay products, but my consultant will be Ebay. Either way- I got what I wanted and more.

First off I'm not a Mary Kay consultant, I have used Mary Kay and I like only some of their products. I've read some of your comments about getting bad skin from their products and I'd have to agree, however, I myself noticed my skin gettin bad because I would sleep in my makeup. Once I started washing my face before bedtime my skin got better. Golden rule: wash your makeup off before going to bed, no matter what brand you use!!! I myself absolutely love MK's eyeshadows and liquid foundations or creme to powder foundation, applicators, oil free eye make up remover, and lipgloss. The rest of their products burn my eyes (face wash,lotions,mascara, etc.) so I use another brand for everything else I need.

Oh my, my face broke out...It is all Mary Kay's fault. Did you talk to your consultant? Did you look to see what you ate last night? or the day before. Did you clean your face and put the moisturizer on?
Not all of us can wear everything.To give Mary Kay products a bad name because your skin can't handle it is not fair to your consultant or to the actual product. I was a consultant many years ago and had to quit because of family. I just started using the product again. My skin is so much better looking even without the actual makeup. Thought of what I use to look like and what is there now has reminded me what a good habit MK is. I too have trouble with the eye liner and the mascara but my consultant and I are working on that...Does that mean I just write nasty things about it ... No I work on the problem.You do not have to praise Mary Kay but if you aren't happy with it and can't work out a solution go on and quit blaming the other guy. Remember ages does change things like our skin.

Okay, I'm biased. I am a Mary Kay consultant, but am not in the pink fog! I enjoy Mary Kay cosmetics, except for a select few things. The Ultimate Mascara and Waterproof Mascara make my eyes red and swollen, and I think the eyeliner rubs off too easy, but everything else is great!

As for everyone bashing Mary Kay's Mineral Makeup, yes it does have talc, but talc in makeup is not harmful. It is cosmetic-grade talc, and not harmful to your body. I've actually bothered to do my research and know that it's safe. I'm ecstatically happy with the whole skin care line.

I am currently 17 and just became a consultant and just finished my esrs training...I believe mary Kay seems to be the real deal....however i totally agree with Butterflare that the directors do swearby the product however they do not leave the house without their "face" on...its all a bit weird to me....I am sort of confused how someone could loose 10k through mary kay i have on spent $140 on it so far and can only see myself spending maybe $200 more and hopefully be making more then that
Please do not judge mary kay on anyone elses review before you try the product...just because it does not suit them doesnt mean it wont yours...same goes for if it suits one person it just may not suit you

I do believe it is an individual thing and that some people the products will not suit nor would the"lifestyle"

I love this product.. No fragrances, real deal! and I am NOT a consultant. I've been a customer since i was 14 years old. Now I'm 26 and people do not believe me. They think i am Just 18-22 years of age. Plus is not only how i look, but how nice they feel in my face; never itchy, smudgy, and i never break out... So if there were 10 stars to give, it would be a perfect 10...

those ladies that had bad experience with the product, it does not mean that the product is bad, it is just that everyone has different allergies to different things, products and foods. i know it works great for me and many other women

I know some people who are into Mary Kay, but there is one in particular that the only time she wants anything to do with anybody is when she's trying to sell her line of Mary Kay products.  I don't necessarily see anything wrong with Mary Kay, but as far as selling it, you can only get up to a certain point, and that's it.  So you might as well find another hobby or line of work to make a little extra money.

I have been a Mary Kay consultant for a little over a year now and love it. I used the products for about six months before I became a consultant. There were a few products that didnt work for me but Mary Kays 100% product guarantee pulled through and I was set up with products I love! I was a kindergarten teacher, but am now pregnant and am trying to earn enough stay at home and sell Mary Kay.
I would love to help you find professional products you deserve please check out my website www.marykay.com/aschwery

my friend got me onto mary kay i have used alot of the products and they are fine except for the foundation. as soon as i put it on my face started to sting. and i broke out in this horrible itchy rash and ive had it for 2 weeks now my skin is dry and scaly and when i goto put moisturiser or cleanse my skin it burns and stings. I HATE MARY KAY!!! IT SHOULD BE TAKEN OFF THE MARKET!!!!!!!!

Selling Mary Kay is lucrative if you live in a rural area away from large stores and if your area is not overrun with Consultants. My area was, as I live in New York City. Too many discount stores that sell quality makeup and too many stores like Sephora, Bobbie Brown, MAC, etc. I lost more than 10K in the three years I was a Consultant. I still have loads of merchandise left. Most of it is expired now and waiting to be thrown away. I learned my lesson. Good luck to you women out there. Mary Kay isn't a bad company...it's just oversaturated with Consultants.

I have a very good complexion other than a few dry patches now and then. I rarely ever get zits. I got the microderm abrasion with the moisturizer and the blemish cream for when I did get the random blemish. I started using the moisturizer and it would work for about 15 min then I would need some more. I also started seeing blemishes so I used the blemish cream and not only would it not get rid of the one zit I was trying kill but it would create more zits around it. It took me about a week before I completely stopped using the products and I make sure I tell as many people as I know that these products are horrible. I went back to my Burt's Bees products and my skin is good again. It about 2 week to recover from a week of Mary Kay. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT.

I have seen so many bad reviews on here and I just think some people will complain about anything and nothing will make them happy. Mary Kay products are absolutely great! I use everything from all the Timewise products, to the makeup and color. They are fantastic products at a great price. Sure, you can buy cheaper, but you get what you pay for. I have always had a lot of skin problems and a lot of acne, and Mary Kay has been a blessing to me and my skin. My husband even noticed a difference in my skin, along with friends. Not every product is for everyone, but that goes with any brand. The company is great and stands behind their products completely. I love Mary Kay and would recommend it to anyone. If you have any questions about Mary Kay, I would be happy to try and answer them. Just email me at kristiegoins@aol.com.

I'm really sorry to hear about the bad experiences some women have had with MaryKay's skincare. I've been a consultant for a year now and I've actually had incredible results. I used the product for about a month before signing on as a consultant. I fell in love with it all. At 3 weeks my skin was not the same. My wrinkles had diminished - not just the appearance of wrinkles; and after 3 months I wanted to go out without my makeup on. I had several dark brown spots from sun damage that after a year have almost disappeared. I have used the product religiously, though - Cleanser, Day Solution, Night Solution, Moisturizer, Eye Cream, Even Complexion Essence. and the Microdermabrasion. I didn't do a before picture, but I sure do wish I had. MaryKay recently added Mineral Powder Foundations and that has been the icing on the cake for me. My 17 year old son loves the Timewise 3-1-cleanser for combination/oily skin, moisturizer for combination/oily skin, and the acne cream. It completely cleared up the acne on his face. Just using the products only once caused all the redness to disappear, even after shaving. MaryKay is worth trying, but be sure to find a reputable, educated consultant. The company's 100% money back guarantee makes it financially risk free for the consultant and the consumer. If you're curious, check it all out at my website: www.marykay.com/pamellis

Honestly, I was a consultant for a short time(1.7 years). I am not here to bash the company because I think there are a lot of well-meaning ladies out there just trying to do a good service. I will stick to rating the product(s) When I first started using these products I was pleased that they did not cause sudden break outs because I am so sensitive to many products. But the longer I used them the more I had to add to cover this and cover that and hide this and hide that! It dawned on me during a meeting when the director showed a video of higher ups with out their "faces" on, at how their skin looked soooo bad before make up. Then the director shared a story about how the "one" day she didn't have her make up on and she ran into one of her clients how she swore she would never leave the house again with out her "face" on because she felt that the client was appalled by the looks of it ( I guess) it really started me thinking.. What is the skin"care" doing to make them feel so bad about not covering their faces?? Then I started looking at my own face in the mirror realllly close and really looked at the ton of "skincare" I had on my bathroom counter and wondered if it was really caring for my skin at all! I have deep wrinkles that I did not have the year and a little over half before using Mary Kay, I had dry patches and "age" marks that I never had before. After a good cry, and realizing what I did to my skin, I decided I used to like the skin under that makeup!! I hope I can get some of it back.
Please do not think you have to "hide" your face, and if you have good skin to start with DO NOT USE MARY KAY!

I went to a friend's party, listened to and tried the products from the consultant. Actually, I had thought about becoming a consultant at the party, however, I waited 24 hours to see how my skin would react and that of my tween, who is just beginning to get acne. Oddly enough, both of us broke out with macular rashes and red skin. I have had this type of reaction before, however, I thought that I would give it one last time. Wrong! Back to the basics of Biore' for my daughter and I. It is with this product, Biore' that I experience absolutely no problems. Sorry MK, you lost my vote!

I absolutely love Mary Kay! I have always been impressed with an array of Mary Kay products, especially the skincare line. I find it extremely affordable for the quality. I must admit, however; the only product that I wasn't impressed with was the lipstick. Why? Well, only because I purchased it at a party and the lipstick was rather "old" in content and was rather "chalky" as a result. Perhaps it wasn't old and that is how it is? I don't know. The lip product also possessed a rather unusual, yet gross smell. Other than that, Mary Kay continues to impress me.

I have used Mary Kay skin care products and cream foundation formulated for dry skin since I was 18 years old. I'm 42 now. I have at times found myself in situations where I had to use other products. Nothing else will do. I love the products. I use the full line now: shadows, lipsticks, lip gloss, lip liner, eye liner, mascara, blush, cream foundation and skin care products including TimeWise. I love the website feature that allows you to do virtual makeovers and get ideas on what colors to put together for makeup and, as a vegan, I appreciate that the company does no animal testing. No one ages without consequence, ladies, but no one has correctly guessed my age in, well, never.

A wanna-be good makeup

I have been a consultant for about 6 months, and I have to say I do not know of any consultants that have a picture of Mary Kay in their home...my director has one in our meeting room, but that's it. By the way, I love our weekly meetings, I used to think I didn't like other women, until I realized I was hanging out with the wrong women, those who are negative and bitchy. I enjoy spending time with positive women, yes we do have problems, but they are dealt with, not bitched about. I was very skeptical going into this and right now I am selling a product that I really love, I'm not into "sharing the opportunity" I'm having a blast meeting new people and having fun "girl" time away from my job as a stay at home mom. I don't wear skirts everyday...most days I'm not even wearing makeup! But I love the product so that when I do want to dress up and feel like a woman I can,  and everyone needs good skin care. Our product may not be for everyone, my grandmother can't use the day solution sunscreen, but loves everything else! I don't pretend that Mary kay is the answer to all life's troubles, but for a shy stay at home mom (Me) it has given me a chance to meet other women, and feel good about myself. Yes I do have some credit card debt, but less than some families I know who aren't running a business. My husband did business administration at University, so he keeps an eye on the finacial side of the business...I'm not good with money! I don't have grand dreams of driving a cadillac, or being a director, that would not be like me. I am not scaring away friends by being pushy, I let them know what I do and if they are interested they ask for a catalogue. From there I can help them with their skin care and color choices. I will never walk up to a stranger and "warm chatter" her. This business is not for everyone, and unfortunately some women have spent a lot of money to find that out...hey I may be one of them, but I don't regret my decision...I have grown immensely and learned many things, is that not worth the investment. I am who I am because of what has happened to me in my life, and I like who I am! Just wanted to put in my 2 cents, from a consultant not taking it all too seriously! You will never hear me say "Rah-Rah Mary Kay is the greatest" but for me it has been pretty good.

The miracle set is truly a miracle. I have experienced a dramatic improvement in overall appearance. Fine lines have disappeared, and skin tone is more even. My skin looks youthful and healthy. Mary Kay's microdermabrasion and visibly fit are also favorites. I have found that if you want the look, you have to spend the money. That being said, Mary Kay is one of the more affordable high quality skin care systems.

No better than the drug store brands. Just paying for the name.

I absolutely HATE Mary Kay products! I used their foundation for about a week and not only did it make my face extremely oily, BUT it is the reason I now have horrible skin AND acne. I started using the foundation in November and it's now nearly July and my skin is still disgusting from it! I have always had great skin and rarely ever had break outs so I blame Mary Kay. I wouldn't recommend this product to ANYONE!

 I have been a Mary Kay Consultant for about 8 months now and I am not just saying this because I am a consultant but I LOVE the products and that is why I have been drawn to selling now. If anyone has any questions AT ALL I can answer or find the answers for you! You can email me at socalibabe70@aol.com or you may visit my site at ww.marykay.com/brandygibson

Thank you! 

I have been using Mary-Kay (off and on) for the past 8 years. My mother was a consultant when I was young and she let that lapse. Now I go to another consultant who is also a friend of the family now. I was skeptical and rebelious durring my teen years and into my mid 20's and found myself moving away from MK convinced there was something better out there. I tried various store brands (never got into anything too high end)and was often dissapointed with department store brands. Now, when I say I use make-up I am talking about the colors specifically eyeshadow, lipstick, blush, etc. and have yet to try the skin care line. I have the acne problem and love proactive so untill I need anti aging I will more than likely stick with what works for now. As far as MK goes, after having tried other things I ended up going back. I was frustrated with my inability to pick out the "perfect" colors for myself and afraid to take the risk of buying a new color to try it so I stayed in my safety zone never experimenting. One day my mother convinced me to visit our rep with her and since there was nothing to loose and I like the woman, I went. I was able to try several colors that I would normally stay away from and surprisingly enough they work better for me than what I was wearing! Being the cheep student that I am I said it looked nice and proceded to go to the pharmacy to find something similar. I bought a $7 compact from Revlon and thought I was ok. I went out the following weekend and applied the colors but before I had been out for half the time, they started to show signs of wearing off. I remembered, at this time, that my MK sample had stayed bright and pretty on my face all day that day. From my 10am appointment untill going home later that evening. It was at this time I decided to call my rep the next morning and tell her I wanted those colors. MK also provides you with valuable application tips that benefit everyone. (you can get them free online!) Having said this I LOVE the colors but still have yet to find MY foundation. As I said I have acne problems and very oily skin and I don't want to waste a bunch of $ trying things so if anyone has any suggestions please let me know!

i have used mary kay for many years but recently used the timewise and have had a nightmare experience. i have always used the foundation and moisterizer as well as the cleanser but not the day solution and night solution. i applied the day solution to my face before my foundation and immediately i felt my eyes burning as if i got sunscreen in them. as the day wore on i noticed my skin starting itching around my eyes. i didnt think much about it all until i broke out in a rash and started to swell just alittle. i had to go to the docter the next day to get a shot for the itching and they said it resembled a burn. every day since then, which was 3 days ago, my face continues to burn, itch, and swell. i could literally see the skin under my eyes when i woke up this morning just by looking down. my consultant gave me back my money but this has cost me more than i would have been willing to pay. i really always enjoyed my mk until now

I'm not a consultant, but I love the products! It took some trying to find which products are for me but the same was true with Chanel and other brands I have tried. With faithful use, and a great consultant my skin looks great. And I have rosacea. I do love the colors too. My absolute fave product is probably the night solution. I love the prices too.

I just found this site & am very happy I did. It's very informative. I was wondering If someone can recommend the top skin care products for a daily facial regimen. I too am tired of spending unnecessary $$'s on products that don't do what their suppose to do. I have used Mary Kay in the past (the basic skin care line) & It left a greasy feel after It washes off.

Girls, just like any line of products, some work for you and others don't. You don't have to buy them all. I was given a sample bag by a student's parent. I loved the Intense moisturizer. I have dry skin and it really makes me glow!

Interesting reading...one person commented that only consultants rated the product more than "3". Well...what do you think we would have rated them if we weren't consultants? I never even considered selling the product until I was totally impressed with the skin care and color. In fact, I had used the skin care line for several years before even trying the color. Do you know how many eyeshadows and lipsticks and foudations I had sitting in my bathroom drawers that just were a waste of money?? Too many to count. They went to my 10 year old daughter to play "dress up". The reason I did sign on as a consultant earlier this year was because I saw the quality of the color. Maybe it costs a little more than Walmart brands, but, I can honestly say it lasts WAY longer. (And it is better in price than most department store brands) There's also many "disgruntled" ex-consultants out there...I feel sorry for them. They seem to have missed out on the good things. MK will only be as good as what you put into it. Many start an MK business for all the wrong reasons...if it's all about $$ your customers can see that a mile away. MK tries hard to uphold a certain image and truly is about "Enriching the lives of women"....if that doesn't appeal to you, then you will probably be better suited to another line of work. Oh, by the way, I am only a consultant...not team leader, director, etc. I'd like to move up one day, but, for now I am happy feeling good about myself and establishing a solid customer base. And I don't even break a sweat in this business...I love it! Bad experience? Find a new consultant or unit in your area. Many of us DO attend training regularly and understand what to do when "your skin breaks out", etc.

I guess their make up is ok but I just buy whatever.I mean I don't go by the brands much.I just go by what looks like it'll work for me.

Mary Kay is number 1 for me. My skin has never looked so good in only 2 months of using the products. I agree that it can not be perfect for everyone, but it is PERFECT for me. If you have any problems with the products you simply return them and they ask no questions.

Honestly, I think the products are great. I've been a loyal user for almost 5 years now and noticed a HUGE difference. When I was poor and in college I would try the stuff at Target and Walmart and had an aweful reaction to Neutrogena. For the first time in my life the reaction caused a change in my skin and I starting getting acne. I then decided that is was worth "my face" to actually invest in some good skin care. I had tried the mall brands like clinique and Lancome which were both good but making me even more broke in my wallet. My roommate had then asked me to come to a Mary Kay event with her and I'm glad I did. I actually got to try it all before even thinking about buying it so I didn't have to waste my money on something that I didn't like or use. It was much cheaper then what I was spending and I noticed my acne getting less and less over time. Now I'm on pretty much the whole skin care and I still receive compliments from my husband on how smooth my face looks at times. I have had a reaction before because my face had eventually gotten too dry from the oily formula but my consultant just changed is out to the dry/normal formula and it made a huge difference. I didn't know that my skin can change with the season's until she explained that to me.

About the company, we studied it in one of my college courses and it seemed like a really honest company and has won all kinds of awards. We had to read "More than a pink cadillac"-9 leadership keys to success. It had some good business skills to go by and it was not written by a mary kay person. My guy friends were joking about wanting to work from them.

Anyways, I've had a good exprience but I guess it is not for everyone.

I have been using Mary Kay for four years now. I love the product so much I became a consultant.Most woman who try Mary Kay fall in love with it and use it for life. That is why it is still the best selling skin care and cosmetic line in the nation. Can't argue with statistics.

i have used mary kay for ten years (since i was sixteen). i recently decided to atart selling mary kay to support my habit and to share this wonderful product with others. i know what you mean by pushy consulants, i complete despise them and think that they create a bad repore from the mary kay industry. i have also found that the pushy consulants have problems with keeping their customers or having other return to them to buy more products which in turn puts them out of business. i also know people who have had skin reactions to mary kay products and that is why you can always call the 1800marykay hotline or the rep you bought the mary kay products from to get a full refund. mary kay believes in having beautiful skin and no rep or the company itself will ever be offended if the product does not work for your skin type. it is best to call the mary kay hotline when you have a bad reaction to their products because the company is always looking for new ways to improve their products or make news ones for different skin types. Mary kay is a great product that should be given a chance not only is it great for your skin but it is also guaranteed or your money back.