Since 1963 The Mary Kay company has promoted products and a company directive encompassing skin care, make-up, body products, fragrance, men’s products, social responsibility, research and development, and the institution and maintenance of The Mary Kay Foundation, a foundation dedicated to ending domestic abuse and women’s cancers, to women in over 35 markets worldwide. Since it was founded in 1996, The Mary Kay Foundation has granted $25 million to organizations fighting cancer and violence against women.
Mary Kay Cosmetics offers skin care, makeup, body and sun care, fragrance, and men's personal care products. Most Mary Kay cosmetics are fragrance free and offer stabilizing packaging. Mary Kay products are sold through home parties where the hostess can earn free products and take advantage of exclusive offers and a one-on-one consultation during the party.
Mary Kay is devoted to developing alternative methods for product testing that do not involve animals. The scientists employed by Mary Kay meet and consult regularly with independent dermatologists and medical experts around the world.
Mary Kay Inc. offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of its products. If for any reason a customer is not completely satisfied with any Mary Kay product, it will be replaced without charge, exchanged, or the full purchase price refunded.
Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultants earn 50% profit on everything they sell. The company offers its Consultants the opportunity to earn rewards and prize incentives such as cars, luxury trips and jewelry. New Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultants must sign an agreement and purchase a Starter Kit for $100.