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Anybody trying Arbonne?

By Janet on 24 Oct 2006

Seems like 5 different friends are now selling me on Arbonne.  I would be happy to give someone the sale, but I just don't know if their antiaging skin care products are worth it.  Seems like lots of steps, hard to keep doing over time. Not sure Arbonne is the best wrinkle treatment out there...opinions about Arbonne products?

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unhappy19 16 May 2013
Lousy product, terrible service. I got suckered into one of Arbonne's parties my gf decided to host, to get free product. I was told, over and over by Arbonne rep that if I don't like it - I can return, any time, for FULL refund. Sucker that I am, I believed her. I bought 4 items, totaling $161. Every time I used their face cream, eye cream, or lifting gel, my face broke out like I was 16. Finally, I went to my dermatologist - and she confirmed that several of her clients had similar experience with Arbonne. They put so much oil in their products, you'd have to be a Sahara not to break out. I called to get the RMA number - CS rep was about as rude as they go. She said I must eat crap, and that's why my skin breaks out and not due to the product. I was not going to waste my time on telling her I am raw vegan. She said I need to wait for email with RMA, which may take up to 4 weeks! What email takes 4 weeks? Oh, and get this, at the party, without my knowledge, Arbonne rep added $20 membership, which is non-refundable after 3 days. Since the products took 2 weeks to get to me, there was no way I was getting it refunded. You can get better product and service at Walgreens - stay away!
1Beth1 11 May 2013
Hi I am also a consultant, I am because I used the products, loved them and wanted to make a bit of money which I have. If you have sensitive skin I would advise against the RE9 range but go for the Calm. It's lovely, and I don't understand why people are against the consultants because no body walks in to a shop and has a go at the people on the beauty desks? Most people come to us because they have heard the products are good, we give you full size products so you can really try befor you buy, then it's down to you to decide.
Pdtigers 5 May 2013
I have tried arbonne, but the best stuff I've tried is new. It's called luminesce. Here is a website with the products. The website is rickshell dot jeunesseglobal dot com. The stuff is amazing.
JennaR 4 May 2013
For those of your with sensitive skin, try the new line called "CALM." As for those of you who are skeptics and keep referencing "my esthetician" this and "my esthetician" that....you may want to scroll down to see there are many licensed esticiticans who use and support Arbonne. It's pure, it's SAFE, and yes, you see benefits! If you don't like it, you have 45 days to return it. Not every product is for every one. So instead of complaining, just return it! I wish I could return the Skin-Scueticlas and Obagi products I bought from a local media-spa and dermatologist. They BROKE OUT my skin, and were way too harsh. It just proves that not every product works for everyone. And not every dermatologist/dr/etc knows what's perfect for everyone. And guess what: my doctor didn't offer me a discount or a return policy!!!
Greg Matthis 29 Apr 2013
I see nothing wrong with Arbonne. There may be comparable products cheaper somewhere but if you enjoy it being automatically delivered or want to build a business with others that feel the same way, I say go for it. One thing to double check though is http://www.safecosmetics.org 3rd party reviews like http://thosemlmboys.com/arbonne-reviews-some-of-this-information-may-shock-you/ and the http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ to see if it's registered in their database
JereT 16 May 2013
Just another scam. Get rich quick. I'm sure the people selling are making big money lmao! Right up there with Quickstar. An online Avon. Let me guess you become a partner then the person that started u gets a cut and the people u get into it u get a cut from them! When something sounds to good to be true always is! Buy a lottery ticket.
lou42 18 Apr 2013
Wow, who knew a product promoted via multi-level-marketing could stir so much debate... I was really only asking others who have used the products to recommend their absolute must-haves. I had no hideous reaction to the products, and in fact quite enjoyed their effects on my skin. I just can't justify spending the kind of money Arbonne and their reps are telling me the products are worth. I also find it curious that the only replies I've had about the products are from their independent consultants who insist I must use all 78 of the products (slight exaggeration, I realize) as a 'system' to reap the real benefits... so they reap the real money, I presume? If any non-sellers can help me out, by telling me which products they've managed to get away with, while still enjoying the benefits to their skin, I may still continue to use Arbonne. Otherwise, there really are plenty of other, all-natural products out there.
CMarie15 18 Apr 2013
Hey Lou, I actually used to be an avid Arbonne fan myself but have since stopped for a few reasons but I still have the serum that I really love. I don't think you should skip the serum step, it's very important for your skin. I use different lines and use the Arbonne serum and it still works just fine for me.
ohhoney 17 Apr 2013
haha really someone is trying to sell on here??
allaboutarbonne2013 17 Apr 2013
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ohhoney 17 Apr 2013
I'm not starting an online forum war
allaboutarbonne2013 17 Apr 2013
Ok. Thanks for not doing that.
allaboutarbonne2013 17 Apr 2013
Ok. Thanks for not doing that.
Dani28 14 Apr 2013
After using Arbonne skincare regime just twice, my face is swollen and rough. I have always had very soft and easy to manage skin, and I look as though i have aged about 10 years. I'm so upset. Can anyone recommend how I get my skin back to its healthy state? Its been 5 days and it is still very rough :(
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jules5 18 Apr 2013
Hi Dani, that sounds awful! I'm no expert but maybe you could try avoiding putting any products on your face (just rinse with lukewarm water) for a couple of days if you can get away with it - it might help the skin heal quicker by not putting anything else on there?? (again I'm not a doctor) Also, you should definitely consider using only very natural and mild products - i have recently switched my whole family onto natural products (properly natural ones not ones that just market themselves as if they're natural and safe). My son has extremely sensitive skin. It's been very frustrating as most of the soaps and lotions from the supermarket and the local chemist would just irritate his skin especially in areas like his belly, face and nappy area. I can't comment on the product you tried as I've never used their stuff personally and don't know what ingredients they use, but it sounds like your skin reacted badly to something in the product. Because of my son's skin being the way it is i started really looking into all this stuff and it was scary to discover just how much harmful ingredients a lot of companies use in their products and how they justify it. Knowing what i know now, I'm a full convert and a massive supporter of genuinely natural products. There's a website i found a few months ago which i also recommended to another person on this forum as i absolutely love it - called Conscious Cosmetics consciouscosmetics.com.au. They sell all different brands and products but what i love is that they won't sell any products with harmful ingredients in them and they choose which ones to sell based on how natural and safe the formula is. I tried a couple of their wotnot baby products on my son and it really helped him. His skin is doing so much better. I buy hubby's toiletries and my own cosmetics from there now too and i have no complaints. Good luck with it and i hope you get some relief soon.
intelligentconsumer 18 Apr 2013
Try Elizabeth Arden 8 hour cream. I sometimes use this as an overnight moisturiser (once a week) and my skin is always beautifully smooth and soft in the morning. Its useful for sunburn and irritated skin so it may be exactly what you need. Hope that helps.
lou42 8 Apr 2013
I've been enjoying the RE9 line, but worry that due to the number of steps and products involved, it won't be sustainable for my budget. Can anyone tell me which of the RE9 line's products are absolute musts? I really like the cleanser, toner, serum, and day/ night creams. But cannot purchase them all ongoing. I would love to hear what those of you who use the line believe to be the 'can't live without' products, and which products I could sub-in from other brands, while still enjoying the overall effects of the RE9 line (glowing skin, even tone).
Atlbelle 8 Apr 2013
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Choley 8 Apr 2013
It all works together as a system. For it to work properly you have to use the entire system. I would say skip the eye cream and maybe the night cream if you had to take things out of the set. You definitely need the wash, toner, serum and day cream
Slic 13 Apr 2013
Why do you remove peoples comments? We as consumers have the right to now what people are saying about this product. So since you feel that there are things we should not hear, then in return I will not buy this product...Thanks for your help!
Choley 13 Apr 2013
The comments that have been removed are from people who aren't here to talk about the products. They are bashing the business model and self promoting their own products. In the Internet world. That's called trolling! The owner of the site has clearly stated time and time again to speak only about the products. Just my 2 cents. Ask a consultant to let you try the products, then you can decide if its a good idea to purchase. We are a try before you buy company. No one is forcing you to make a purchase. What other company allows you to try the products before purchasing them? That's why Arbonne is a good company.
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intelligentconsumer 18 Apr 2013
Lots of companies offer free testers of their products when you make a purchase. I use Clarins and I always walk away with lots of testers when I buy my moisturisers..... I tested their new serum and its fantastic!
Choley 19 Apr 2013
Free testers? Arbonne consultants allow possible buyers to take home full sized products to try it out for 3 days. We don't hand out paper samples. LOL

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