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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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DON'T BOTHER! I couldn't care less how people sell their products, I only care if they work! Arbonne is a total waste of money! WASTE OF MONEY! It doesn't work at all! I have found some amazing products that have expensive ingredients that DO work, like snap 8 and argeraline plus these ingredients must be in high enough concentrations to work! Also, vitamin c is an excellent product if it is stable and contains enough vitamin c to be effective! Arbonne is useless if you want you ger looking skin!
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Arbonne does work for lots of people. Besides anti aging I personally know people that have had huge improvements in their psoriasis , scars, diaper rashes, sun damage, acne etc. these are people I know personally. That is why I decided to sell it. It works. It's not the fountain of youth but it definitely helps a lot with different skin issues.
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Everyone is so worried about what theyput in their bodies, and not about what they put on their bodies. Like everyone has stated it is a botanical based product line as well as no animal byproducts and jot tested on animals. Their make up is amazing and I'm sorry I just about got sick when I found out what others put in their products. So really its your choice as to what you want ro coat your skin with. Just remember not all products will work foreveryone. So take the time to do your research before you pass judgement on something.
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The problem here isn't about Arbonne. It's the mindset of our general population. One of the reasons why most Asians have money to send their kids to school overseas is that at least 1/4 people in Asia is involved in one form of network marketing or another embracing the spirit of entrepreneurship. In the western culture, we have been brainwashed by corporations and media for far too long. We are willingly being taxed before we received our paycheck and then get taxed again when we purchase products. I have been buying products from local drugstore for years. In my bathroom, I have a box of unfinished skincare products that doesn't work. Funny thing is that I assumed they're all the same until I tried Arbonne. I actually want to use it. The only thing is yes it is pretty pricey. That is why I signed up as a consultant so that I can write it off as my business expense. I think people are focusing too much on how much money they can make here. This is not a quick money scheme here. Use the products if they work on you, and if they do share it with your friends when they compliment on the changes on your skin. I don't see any other brands from your local drugstores let you do that. God knows how much money I wasted so much money believing what the comesticians told me to use.
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The reason Arbonne can be a scam is because the company encourages you to give up your commission. So, they get the sales and the consultant gets about 4% instead of 29%.
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Give up your commission for what? I've been a consultant since Sept. and never asked to do that. Who do you give your commission to? You must be referring to some shady sponsor-not the company
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I joined in 2005 and I never made a dime of commission. Everyone signed up for $29 to get 35% off (my commission) for becoming a "consultant." I was told it is better to get a small percentage of a lot of people instead of a commission. The WHOLE COMPANY was doing this. They were also encouraging people to buy five anti-aging sets, get five people to do the same, etc... They called it "puppy-dogging" (once you get it you don't want to give it back). They promoted it at the national convention so it wasn't just one shady group. If they have changed this, I am happy for you but too many people have a bad taste in their mouths after the nonsense that went on.
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And, by the way, I was an RVP... I was making money hand over fist while my team was going into debt to support my big paychecks... couldn't live with myself... quit!
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You said you didn't make a dime and then said you were making money hand over fist...which was it?
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the point to Arbonne is not necessarily about being a consultant... some do and others don't. the Key idea is the actual product... don't compare it to Avon... Arbonne is Vegan Botanically Based without Paraben and a bunch of horrible ingredients that are in all other products... learn and understand that difference first and then make a judgment... after all it's your health at stake!
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Wow. Just found this site. I am NOT a dealer, but an ER RN. I am older, 57. I have been using Arbonne products for about 10 years, after going to a party. I love the stuff. Yes, it's expensive but it works for me (I have sensitive skin). Anybody ever hear of Avon?? They do the same thing with their business schematic. Yikes, people-you don't like the product, don't use it. Nobody is forcing anybody to go to a party or write a check. Get a life.
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Arbonne is a complete waste of time and it seems the consultants have been brain washed to think they are working for some 'Global' brand when in actual fact, they are brain washed just to spread the word. I had a good, loyal friend whom of which I have known for the past 24 years. On a recent catch up she explained to me she joined Arbonne and that I should get on board with her... why would anyone in their right mind pay a whole load of money to a company that isn't really well known, doesn't really have any 'great' reviews and if these girls 'actually' do drive around in Mercedes and are making the company a whole load of money, why don't they use this money for marketing like TV adverts, ads in magazine, write ups - there is literally nothing about them. My friend persuaded me for weeks to join but I declined, I havent heard from her since. DONT go to any of these parties, DONT go to any of these meetings with the company - they will big this company up so much that walking away from 'the prize' is hard to do (if your stupid). Normally, when things tend to seem to good to be true, they usually are!!!! Too all you Arbonne consultants out there, I hope you lead a poor, unforgiving life - your brainwashed and its actually quite funny to see. From a Dior Makeup and Skincare adviser who earns enough money to live happily by selling truthfully and honestly to consumers - hence why I earn good commission.
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I actually know someone that has one of these White Mercedes and they are doing very well for themselves!!! so yes it is true and the idea of not wasting money on ads etc is so that they can treat their consultants to such perks....
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I think someone is upset and grumpy because the Arbonne consultants are taking away some of her commission
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I'm not grumpy, just amused. And no, I am not a consultant, I really am an ER RN. 57 yrs old, grandma of 4.
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I am a consultant for Arbonne and my upline actually drives the white Mercedes. She does really well for herself. The products sell them selves if using the right product for your skin and following directions as well does help. Obviously if you ate getting a reaction it is the wrongproduct for you. Don't go and say they don't work because a particular one didn't for you. I am sorry for your bad experience and the consultant should have helped you in any way possible.
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I still drive my Mercedes but quit because the business plan only works for the very few (3% on average) who make it to the top. I couldn't look myself in the mirror anymore knowing that my friends were going in debt to give me a 6 figure income.
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Buster, just wanted to give you an fyi...Arbonne IS a Global brand. I am not brain washed nor is the Doctor or other very intelligent successful women on my Team. The whole point of a Network marketing company is that they DON"T spend money on tv ads and hiring celebrities that don't really use the product to "endorse" them. Network marketing is about word of mouth. There is an entire book written on the Arbonne business model it's called "The Gift" by Shad Helmstetter. Multi Millionaires like Donald Trump and Warren Buffet praise Arbonne and it's business Model. There are many articles written about Arbonne products, reviews etc. and if you need Celeb. endorsement (unpaid for by the way) there are pleanty of examples of celebs wearing and using Arbonne products. The company is well run and it is very possible to be successful. Usually the consultants that are unhappy are those that went into this thinking it would be easy money. It is a job, it takes some hard work and dedication like anything you want to be successful at. There are lots of products out there to choose from and I'm sure Dior is great for some. I choose something without Parabens or petroleum products that actually work, that is what Arbonne does for ME. I don't push it on anyone, I only suggest they try. If they try and they like, they will be a return customer like I became. If they don't like it, they won't use it again. Seems pretty simple and honest to me.
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Speaking as a successful entrepreneur, people recommend cosmetics and products everyday, Arbonne gives people the opportunity to make commissions on those recommendations. Did you try it? Maybe it was not right for you, but it is right for some. Companies that spend all their money on commercials typically dont pay high wages and the quality of products suffer.
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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!
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She probably signed you up with the membership fee because in the end it actually saved you money. 20% off of $100 is $20, so you're breaking even, once you spend over $100, you're saving
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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.
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yup
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I am due to become a Consultant. and can't wait :)
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Can you tell me about the Calm products?
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