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.

Mary Kay products suck, and the career "opportunity" is even worse. Run for your life! www.thepinkingshears.org

I was raised on Lancome and Estee' Lauder....Let me tell you, when I tried the Miracle Set from Mary Kay, I fell in love with it! Mary Kay has been the #1 SKIN CARE LINE for the last 13 years outselling all of the brands!!!! I converted to 100% Mary Kay. Then, when I ran out, I looked up a director in the white pages, met her to get my product and signed up that day.....that was October 17, 2005, and now I am on target to get my first Mary Kay car at the end of March!!!! Don't tell me that Mary Kay is not a good product because it is! Mary Kay has changed my life and my family's lives. Mary Kay Ash is a legend of her own. GOD 1st, FAMILY 2nd and CAREER 3rd!!! In this order---EVERYTHING else falls into place! If I can assist you, please email me...trae1_jsu@yahoo.com

Mary Kay products are changing and developing all the time. If you have had an issue with anything, call the company(if you don't have a consultant, or don't want one anymore) and they will still take it back.... I have used the product for 6 years, and love it even more now that it has changed to the Time Wise formula for both dry/ normal to oily/combination. Every 3 months I get my book, a call to check how I am and If anything interest me. I get promo fliers every other month with a follow up call, and we chat. If "I" want to buy something, I buy it. And my consultant has never pressured me into anything I didn't want.

I have to say that my first experience with Mary Kay products was awful................but 7 years later I tried again and they have reformulated even their most recent line of products TIMEWISE and the line of products work for me. My first try was a old roomates classic facial set that Mary Kay put out and I had the burning and red face reaction to it. One I didn't actually talk with a Mary Kay consultant I tried my roomates since she was thinking of signing-on, she did even though I had a bad experience I must say and is still working her business to this day; Second, you must consult with your consultant if you have any reactions to their products, which I didn't since I really wasn't interested back then; Third, when you stay intouch with a Mary Kay consultant (that really cares about your opinions and your well-being) they will do you justice. My consultant cares about me and makes me feel like a longtime friend not just someone she can bag $$$$ from. You have to go through a process of elimination to see what is going to work for you. You may be able to everything Mary Kay provides, you may not be able to use anything at all or you might be able to use just a few items. I don't feel you give a company your best opinion if you don't really take the time out yourself to research what is offered to you by a consultant by not continuing to talk with your consultant. Give them a chance. If you don't have good working relationship contact the main company and complain............don't just tell a friend or write an opinion on this kind of website before really giving the products a chance. My consultant follows the Golden Rule "Do unto others as you'd have them do to you", and she is genuine and doesn't force anything on me at all. She suggest products to try from her sample collection to try and then give her my honest opinions in a few days, but she never forces me to try anything I don't want to. That's a true Mary Kay consultant that cares not only about your skin, but about you as an individual. You have to understand as well a sample that is given to you is for more than one useage...........if you use the whole package at one time your bound to have a reaction no matter the product............Some people just aren't made to use the procducts at all like I thought I was, but a good friend of mine signed-on within the last 2 years and really worked with me until we corrilated a good skin care regime and I am so happy I tried Mary Kay Cosmetics again. No one can force you to try anything you don't want to. They may track you down in a parking lot, but they are only trying to work a business and you never have to talk to them or take what they offer. Just give them a chance or a second chance. Product formulas change for every skin care company today almost like technology. If you tried the products at one time you must of really wanted to or you wouldn't of talked with the consultant, attended a party, or accepted their product/sample offer. Think about it. The majority of these women are starters and are only doing their jobs. Their not being brainwashed, they are simple learning a trade that maybe very new and different for them. What are you doing to help them out. Maybe it is a lady that has had a bad life before she was introduced to the Mary Kay Cosmetic business. But she took the risk and joined. She felt the procducts looked good on her, worked for her and she just became so excited because her family and friends told her she just seemed so much happier since she joined the Mary Kay team. She opened up new doors for herself and is allowing herself to grow in a new direction that is very foreign to her, but one that is giving her such a better self esteem (at least until she runs into those rude people that put her down for approaching her). Put yourself in her shoes. She started a new life. I love Mary Kay Cosmetics and I am thinking highly about signing-on this week. Just because I gave myself a second chance and gave my friend a chance to work with me on a new skin care regime. You make new friends and do great things that makes you feel great inside. Go out and make the next Mary Kay consultant you meet feel great by giving her a chance and if the products don't work for you please let her know. Thanks a friend of a Mary Kay consultant who is slowly climbing the ladder to success because she wants to not because she is brainwashed.

I am an inactive consultant and despise the company. I signed up and realized what a mistake I made. The company is shady, big time!! As for the skin care, I don't really care for anything but satin hands. I find with the facial stuff, there is so much crap just caked on. Yes, it may feel good but that's it. It leaves all that dead skin on your face and it's disgusting!!

I love the product and have seen great improvements in my skin. My consultant is very nice, not pushy, like these others have encountered. You just have to realized that there are many types of people out in this world, not all are the best at dealing with people. But TimeWise is great. Microdermabrasion makes my skin soft and feeling awesome. The foundation is not oily on my skin compared to other brands.

Mary Kay products burned my face! I literally used Timewise (or Timeline, whatever it's called)once and it was like putting acid on my skin. I've been a skincare junkie since my pre-teen years and have never had such a harsh reaction to a skincare product. Use at your own risk!!! Thank God I have no permanent skin damage as a result. The alleged product was a sample that was basically forced on me by one of the many Mary Kay stalkers on the streets of Chicago. I basically took it so she would just shut up and leave me alone. Side note: Mary Kay Ladies, it is REALLY CREEPY to have a total stranger come up and start going on about what I have on and about how good I look and how you want to meet me for coffee or get my phone number or whatever. Really, this borders on harassment and makes people think all Mary Kay ladies are brainwashed. And in a sense you are since basically you've all bought into a Multi Level Marketing scam. Sad, but true!

Putting the company aside as I hear sooo many bad stories, the products are decent. The lipsticks are long lasting, and the eyeshadows are sheer and more natural looking. However the bronzing stuff and powder can be clogging to the pores and it can cause breakouts if used too often. The powder looks great on my skin and I use it alot. Rich and creamy lipsticks that last and are affordable on ebay. I dont buy from anyone just ebay, that way I dont get pressured into buying crap that I don't need. All in all get some samples or products on ebay and try them. The eyeshadows arent that great but their blush, lipsticks, and powder are worth trying.

I've noticed that alot of estheticians/skin therapists have rated Mary Kay which I find very cool. As an esthetician myself it's great to see that people are speaking out against these products. Clients who use these products always say how nice their skin feels after using the products, however, with ability to actually look at the skin up close we as skin care professionals that the skin is dehydrated, clogged pores, and occasionally irritated. Mary Kay consultants are NOT skin care experts. They are not trained in skin care, they did not dedicate their time and money to educating themselves on the science of skin. How the skin reacts to products, enviroment, time, and hormones all plays apart in treatments and product selection. They are given a book on their products that gives "fluff" descriptions of so called active ingredients, however, there is minimal good ingredients and tons of harsh alkaline(think drying)detergents, oil clogging oils, and tons of perservatives. If you want a REAL skin care consultation find an expert, most of the time a LICENSED skin therapist, who will take the time to explain to you whats really go on with your skin and how to treat it and see real results. Good skin care products will correct problems, maintain optimum health, and prevent future problems. AND REMEMBER TO ALWAYS WEAR SUNSCREEN!!!!

Jeez, I've heard so many ladies rage against it on Rate It All, I'm almost afraid to use it. Actually, I did buy a few products from a co-worker many moons ago, and I thought the products were a little expensive for what was offered. If you want to go to the trouble of ordering your makeup, Avon is probably a better option.

I have been using Mary Kay for a few months and love it. My consultant is the best and helps me with all of my skin care needs. I have researched the product and have found that more women are satisfied woth the product than are not and it is definitely worth the money.

Ok ladies...I am a skin care freak!!! I have used Yon-ka, and other high end products...you could usually find me at the local spa...I started using MK a few years ago, but NOT the skin care. Finally tried the Timewise Eye cream, and LOVED it! It is now my favorite product. But I must say I use the whole line now...exclusively, and LOVE it. I am happy with the price, especially after dumping $175+ for a regimine with other lines, and even with having very sensitive skin, didn't think that I could use it. But I can,I do and I love it. Yes there are the pushy ladies out there, and I can even see where you might think they are "freaky", but alot of these women had NOTHING else when they found MK. And honestly...these women love what they do. They get to spend time with a bunch of girls...and do the things we girls love to do. But the good ones don't have to be pushy...Take the time to find the good ones. If you are making 6figures, you obviously know what you are doing. Anyone can sell something once...these ladies have customers that are also thier friends for life. Yes...I am a Senior Consultant. I have 4 small children and have been at home with them from the begining. I love the ladies I have met through Mk, and no...I don't have a picture of Mary Kay Ash in our home...Don't know any one who does either. Give it a try!

I would like to take a moment and comment about Mary Kay the company and Mary Kay the product. First, Mary Kay the company. I'e have a very diverse work history meaning I've had several very different jobs. One thing in common with all those different jobs was that my income was directly affected by how well someone else judged my work perfomance. My ability to even keep those jobs was also based on how well someone else judged my performance. I am a part-time consultant with Mary Kay and everything from my income to what hours I work and what products I actually carry on my shelf is my decision. I do make money with my Mary Kay business. Have I won the use of a car? No. Am I a Director? No. What I am is very happy with what I do. I absolutely love what Mary Kay the company stands for. Now to Mary Kay the products. What can I say? I love the products! A few years ago I went into a department store and tried on foundation. The clerk asked me nothing about my skin type, nothing about what type of coverage I desired, or even if I wore makeup every day or only on special occasions. She simply rubbed some on my face, said that was the color and sold me the foundation. Well when I got outside and look in my car's rearview mirror, I was not pleased with what I saw. I went back into the store and asked for another foundation color or my money back. I got neither one.

There is no way that Mary Kay is a cult. I am not a rep, but I know quite a few reps who belong to all different religiions and faiths. Some are Catholic, Baptists, Methodists, Church of Christ, Jewish, and many others. What nonsense about the cult. Yes, some reps can be pushy, but many are not that way. I tried this line many years ago, and I did not care for it very much. Recently, I was introduced to the new line of MK, and I am impressed. The Time Wise line works just as well as any other top line products on the market. I find the Microdermabrasion to be just as good as the one I used to use from Dr. Denese on QVC, and the Three In One Cleanser is a wonderful product. I also love the lipglosses, but not too impressed with the lipsticks. Actually, I have never found any lipstick I really like, except for one or two from MAC. I used to buy Clarins eye pencils, but have now found the MK liners are just as good, and the Flawless mascara is just as good as most expensive ones I have used in the past. I now see that most reps have their own websites, and I find the websites to be helpful. As far as the person who mentioned too much adverstising, well, that is wrong. MK has never really advertised at all up until this past month. The first time I saw a MK commercial was during Oprah, and that was about two weeks ago. I think this company is making great strides in improving products, and their image. Also, MK allows you to return items. How many of you return cosmetic items to department stores or online shopping places like QVC? MK makes it easy. You just call your rep for a full refund. Kudos to MK.

I find this site to be very funny. It seems the only people who rate the company over 3 stars are the consultants. When viewing other cosmetics, you have a very fair and honest opion of products and their quality. It's sad that these consultants have to get online and corupt a site that is designed to present unbiased consumer opinions. Shame on You Mary Kay ladies! Now my review of the product isn't much better. I, like aloegirl, am an esthitician. I wouldn't recommend these products to anyone. I can't say for sure that the Cosmetics actually harm people, but I can say that they are loaded with fillers and preservatives which sink in the pores and breakdown the skins collagen over time. So if you do use the cosmetics, don't wear them all day. As for the skin care. There is a very good reason the professional community does not use this product. It's junk. The skin care is just as loaded with fillers as the cosmetics. The Time Wise System claims to be the latest in anti aging, and yet it's a retinol base which is 10 years old in skin care technology (nothing new about that). Not to mention the the fact that the Retinol is in such a miniscule amount, it is not effective in fighting wrinkles. Please not that my review is strictly based on the quality of the product, I don't care about the marketing practices of Mary Kay. I would, however, warn those who do sell or thinking about selling to research your product. You consultants are so busy defending your sales practices, you seem to be missing the point. The product just isn't worth the money spent.

I am a Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant in my first year of business. I read some of the opinions on here and just wanted to clarify a few things as some of the comments and opinions seemed a little bit uninformed. Let's think of this from a logical perspective. First off, there is no way Mary Kay could be as successful as it is by selling poor quality products. Mary Kay offers all of its customers a 100% money back guarantee on all of our products so if you purchase something, take it home, and decide you don't like it, you can return it. Mary Kay would not offer this 100% guarantee if they did not know that their product is top notch. Secondly, yes there are many very pushy consultants out there; however, there are more consultants out there who are not out strictly to make money and get a free car. On the topic of the free car...does anyone discredit a company which offers their employees cash bonuses for excellence? No. However, as soon as a Pink Cadillac comes into the picture, suddenly it's not acceptable and everyone who sells Mary Kay is simply in it for the money and a free car. Yes, we do go out to make money to some extent. So does the cashier at the grocery store and the clerk at the mall as well as the teacher in the school and the lawyer in his office. Why is it such a difficult thing to believe that a Mary Kay salesperson is not out to simply earn a few bucks but more importantly, they're out to provide you with a service that you can't get anywhere else. Where else can you have someone come to your house and set you up with a personalized skin care program and if she doesn't find the right product for you the first time, she'll come back and try a different combination until the perfect combo is found? Where else can you have someone come to your house and let you try on their makeup to see what looks best on you? Where else can you have someone follow up after you purchase their product to make sure everything is ok and see that you're satisfied? With respect to the person who thinks that Mary Kay is an advertising monster...I'm not sure where you received your information from but until very recently, Mary Kay did not advertise at all. This past September 2005 is the first time to my knowledge that Mary Kay has ever done any television and magazine advertising. Up until this point it was strictly word of mouth, and with $1.8 billion (US) global wholesale sales in 2003, I can't possibly imagine that these sales were to unsatisfied consumers. We are not a cult mentality. If someone does have a picture of Mary Kay up in their house it is for inspiration. Mary Kay is a debt free company started by one woman to provide an opportunity and a quality product to women worldwide who might otherwise not be able to create a balance between family and home life without comprimising one or the other. If Mary Kay's story isn't an inspiring one, I don't know what is. I do not have a picture of Mary Kay although I do not judge those who do and accuse them of being of a cult mentality. Instead, I have a picture of my 10 month old son smiling down on me, happy that he has his mommy at home raising him. Mary Kay has allowed me to do that. Thank you for your time. I hope this helps to clear up any misconceptions.