Is Avon the right business opportunity for you?

Avon is a very successful cosmetics company with markets in 140 countries. There are many places where your products (ie perfumes, cosmetics, etc.) can be purchased, such as in retail stores or online through your website. The most traditional way to buy your products is through an Avon representative. They are one of the least expensive companies to join. Start-up costs are about $10. Also, the company has been around for many years and the name speaks for itself.

A cosmetic company for both men and women?

Women generally make up the bulk of Avon reps, but there are many husbands and wives joining and doing very well. Some of their products relate well to both genders. As Avon has made products geared towards men by signing people like Derek Jeter of the New York Yankees.

What kind of training does Avon offer?

They offer the opportunity to be your own boss and earn some extra money. The advantage of selling your products is that there is online training that is available to each representative through your Avon school. All of these courses are FREE and can be taken in the comfort of your home or office. These courses will teach you how to manage your money, understand how to market the products, build the business, and ways to find and keep new customers. Avon stands behind its products 100%, so all customers can be sure that they are receiving only products with which they are completely satisfied. Their representatives can also provide the customer with the personalized service they deserve.

Can the sale of cosmetics and products generate enough residual income?

In my opinion, I think the downside of promoting Avon is that after a while family, friends and neighbors can get tired of the products Avon has to offer. Regular customers can stop ordering and there goes your residual income stream. Also, with the economic downturn, many people are cutting back, so Avon products may not be a priority in their budgets.