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Comment by Christine Byer Esthetics on July 26, 2012 at 12:29pm

Robin, thank you. You expressed many of my fears starting out with Nerium as well. Quality really is a good selling point but people have to understand that quality before they buy it.

Comment by Christine Byer Esthetics on July 26, 2012 at 12:27pm

Bridgette, I understand. I'm not here to sell to you. I'm not here to anything but express my opinion. Some people don't like this product. that's ok. Some of my clients don't like eminence, which I love too. We wouldn't have a bajillion product lines to choose from if one thing worked for everyone.

Comment by Robin Lemon on July 26, 2012 at 10:58am

I would just like to quickly input something that helped me when I chose to  incorporate an MLM essential oil company into my skin therapy business.  I had been using the oils for almost 2 yrs before I even became an esthetician so I already had my own testimonials.   I started using some of the oils in my treatments for their great benefits to the skin and for aromatherapy.   I knew I wanted to share the opportunity for my clients to purchase them as well, but I was worried about my reputation as a skin therapist building my new business and didn't want to take away from that by promoting an MLM.   The transition to using and promoting the oils was way easier than I though it would be and I actually have never had to justify my decision to any client as of yet because they know the quality of the oils, they want it and they don't really seem to care how I am involved in the MLM company.  Actually in this company it is referred to as an Independent Product Consultant or a wholesale member.  This enables you to just purchase at wholesale prices or share it with others and earn commissions and bonuses.

What helped me was hearing the company explain why they chose the MLM business model to sell this item.  They say they could have spent tons of money on marketing and advertising, but they prefer to use that money to pay people like me the commissions and bonuses to educate people on how to use these oils for wellness.   an example would be:  If you could just walk into a store and buy a bottle of certified pure therapeutic grade Frankincense oil for $90 would you?  Probably not because it would take someone like me to introduce the oil to you, teaching you the many ways you could use this oil for skincare, stress, increase immunity, protect your cells from disease and cancer.

So if you do come across a product line that you truly believe in and you use it on your clients even though they can get it from any non-professional selling it I don't see that it lessens your professionalism.

anyone with a license can walk into beauty supply shop and buy professional products of any sort even if they have no training for it specifically.

I am not saying go one way or the other just if you find a product that produces results and well liked by you and your clients do what is good for you and your clients.

Comment by Brigitte McDonald on July 26, 2012 at 9:29am

Christine & Monica:  I've tried Nerium myself, it smells horrible and I saw no difference except a little more "shine", the product has a yellow/shimmer color to it, which I think is helping with the brightening appearance that some people notice, like any other good makeup or skincare product has.  The product also is very deceptive in the packaging.  It's only like 1/2 an ounce in a huge, heavy bottle.  I don't like that deception.  I use Epicuren amongst other professional products and see wonderful results on my clients at a better price than Nerium AD.  I don't consider my view "product snobbery" and here's why:  Obviously you can sell whatever product you like but I just have an issue with them letting "whoever" sell it.  Why would they choose to let "whoever" sell it?  Probably has something to do with that pyramid.  I think we need to set ourselves apart from MLM products.  I'm sure Nerium works for some people but how is it you will keep them from buying from their neighbor and not you?  How do you not know your client will become your competition next when they decide to sell it and then sell it to all her friends, family etc or any other current client that you have that she knows?  For me, it's a business decision to not let your clients become your competition, not necessarily "product snobbery".  You don't realize it but you are basically functioning as unpaid salesperson for Nerium.

Comment by Christine Byer Esthetics on July 26, 2012 at 8:38am

Bridgett, I hear you. I've been an esty for 13 years. I've seen all of them. they've hounded me for years. Texas is deeply entrenched in Arbonne, Avon etc etc. when I moved here from Miami I was amazed at how many clients were on Mary Kay. I'm not saying I like it, and I still sell professional products (image skincare, which I love) but sometimes a product comes along that is too special too ignore. I tried it and got hooked. I had to let go of my professional product snobbery to accept this product works as well as it does. It was a tough pill to swallow. But I knew, mlm or not, I had to offer this product to my clients. And of course I had to have access to it for myself! I'm not getting any younger! Anyway, I'm saying I was the biggest skeptic, and I was a little miffed at the esty who introduced me to it. (How dare she not use a pro product!). And then I tried it. And that was it for me. Hooked.

Comment by Brigitte McDonald on July 26, 2012 at 6:44am

Also please remember selling product like Nerium that "unlicensed professionals" also sell is not good business.  How would you feel about stepping into a medi-spa that sells Avon?

Comment by Diane Magos on July 26, 2012 at 6:05am

From what I have learned on the Nerium website, it is a pyramid like Mary Kay. You are right Joanne. And that is just not a good business plan for me.

Comment by Christine Byer Esthetics on July 25, 2012 at 9:11pm

Monica, join the Nerium for Estheticians group on Facebook. I started it a few weeks ago when I joined and it's really active. Lots of good info there. Also, there's no secret to success here, just follow their plan. They have excellent training but it takes dedication and consistency, like everything worthwhile. Good luck. See you on Facebook.

Comment by Christine Byer Esthetics on July 25, 2012 at 7:53pm

I've had awesome results with Nerium. Sounds like you got a dud rep. I've done a few videos about it. Great company but you occasionally get bad apple. I love this product. My clients are loving it too. I sell alot of it. I also use the image line. I sell alot do the Max serum as well, but not as much as Nerium, now.

http://www.youtube.com/user/christinebyer/videos

Comment by Joanne Charron on July 25, 2012 at 4:35pm

Well if you have great results then it will be an easy sell...my clients always comment on my skin and want what I use...good luck!

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