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Mary Kay Foundation Issues $3M in Grants for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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The Mary Kay Foundation℠ recently announced it is awarding $3 million in grants to 150 domestic violence shelters in support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

This year’s grant contribution, which includes shelters across the country as well as in Puerto Rico and Guam, brings the Foundation’s total investment in its shelter grant program to $50 million.

“At Mary Kay, we believe in helping women improve their circumstances and live their best lives,” said Michael Lunceford, president of The Mary Kay Foundation Board of Directors. “One in four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime and it is our responsibility to support the women’s shelters that aid these survivors. At the heart of the Foundation’s work is the shelter grant program, which is actively supported by our independent sales force. We’re proud that our commitment makes such a powerful impact in local communities and in the lives of domestic violence survivors across the country.”

The Mary Kay Foundation was established in 1996 with the overarching purpose of supporting issues impacting women. In 2000, The Foundation expanded to include ending domestic violence as part of its mission. The Foundation is committed to funding the life-saving work of women’s shelters and the annual shelter grant program has helped finance critical needs, including emergency shelter, transitional housing, counseling and legal aid.

Youngevity Launches Two New Hemp Products

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Youngevity recently announced the launch of two new hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) products: HempFX™ Hydration™ – Sleep and HempFX™ Hydration™ – Pure.

HempFX™ Hydration™ – Sleep is formulated to provide a restful night’s sleep with the health benefits of CBD. HempFX™ Hydration™ – Pure is formulated to provide daily CBD for people of all ages who want organic, full-spectrum CBD.

Both products are tablet-based and intended to be used with Youngevity’s Y-DR8+ proprietary, portable water bottle system. The cannabidiol tablets will be housed above the water line and consumed as the water flows over the tablets. Both products are expected to be available in November of this year.

“This bottle system is intended to provide people with a revolutionary point-of-use water system and enable consumers to customize tap water based upon their health and wellness needs,” said Rick Anson, vice president of Innovation and Emerging Markets at Youngevity. “It is a beverage technology that we expect will have broad consumer appeal and we are extremely excited to combine this technology with the benefits hemp-based CBD.”

Growth of Global Hair Care Market Good News for Direct Sellers

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The global hair care market is expected to reach approximately $110.70 billion in 2024.

According to a new report by Zion Market Research titled “Hair Care Market by Product and by Distribution Channel: Global Industry Perspective, Comprehensive Analysis, and Forecast, 2017–2024,” the market was valued at around $89.08 billion in 2017 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of slightly above 3.15 percent between 2018 and 2024.

That’s good news for direct sellers like MONAT, which was the first direct selling company to enter the hair market exclusively. Other direct sellers offering hair oils, colorants, shampoos, conditioners, hair styling products and other hair products—such as Amway, Oriflame and Natura—can expect to see increased potential for growth in this segment of their businesses.

Factors influencing the growth of the market include:
  • Increasing number of fashion-conscious users and growing concerns about hair-related problems such as hair loss, hair thinning, grey hair and hair damaging.
  • Uplift in the male grooming patterns will result in flourishing demand for professional products.
  • Growing demand for organic and environment-friendly products.

In the past, the global hair care market has been plagued by numerous factors, including concerns over expensive product cost, the intense competition offered by global and local players and high manufacturing and marketing costs. Due to these factors and others, various industry players are looking for ways that can curtail cost, improve performance and lead to new and advanced product manufacturing offering customer satisfaction. The ease of availability and launch of customized products will be important factors propelling the growth of this market.

Sen. Hatch Lauds Direct Selling at Judicial Hearing

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Senator Orrin Hatch, the longest-serving Republican senator in US history, gave a nod to the direct selling channel during a recent judicial hearing.

During the “Oversight of the Enforcement of Antitrust Laws” hearing held on Wednesday—part of the US Senate Judiciary Committee, Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy and Consumer Rights—the senior senator from Utah, home to nearly 100 network marketing companies, touted the benefits of direct selling.

The comments came during testimony from newly appointed Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairman Joseph Simons, who described the FTC’s enforcement of antitrust laws, its advocacy work and the public hearings it is hosting on a variety of competition and consumer protection issues.

During the questioning, Sen. Hatch had the following exchange with Chairman Simons:

SENATOR HATCH: “Mr. Simons, as you know, direct selling is an important industry in Utah and many other states. This industry provides countless people with opportunities to build a business. It is an engine for economic growth. I’ve heard from many industry stakeholders about the need for regulatory consistency. They argue that clear rules are essential to sustaining their business model. In the coming weeks and months will you commit to working with me on this important issue?”
CHAIRMAN SIMONS: “Absolutely, sir.”

To view the video of the hearing, click here. Sen. Hatch’s comments regarding direct selling begin at 01:06:18 and end at 01:06:47.

USANA Named One of Most Trustworthy Public Companies in US

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USANA Health Sciences Inc. has been selected by TGF Analytics as one of “America’s Most Trustworthy Public Companies.”

USANA was ranked fourth among small/mid-cap companies with an A+ rating—something only 5 percent of companies researched achieved. The rankings were based on dozens of factors in five key areas: financial governance; environmental, social & corporate governance; quality of earnings; relative risk; and market-implied governance.

“USANA is a company that prides itself on being trustworthy, whether it’s from the overall quality of our products to the information we provide to our investors,” said Kevin Guest, USANA’s chief executive officer. “We are delighted to be recognized for our efforts in building trust with the public and would also like to congratulate the other companies on this prestigious list.”

Since 2009, TGF Analytics has been modeling insights on risk, governance, and performance on publicly traded companies using a blend of market-based, proprietary, and third-party data. This is the first time that TGF Analytics has made its list of America’s Most Trustworthy Public Companies available to the public.

“Trust is a keystone to all good relationships—those between investor and the company in which the investment is placed, between creditors and the recipients of credit, between customers and businesses they patronize, employees and the workplace, suppliers and with whom they contract, and more,” said David R. Koenig, founding principal of TGF Analytics. “Trust affects both our ability to engage in relationships and, in many cases, the cost of maintaining those relationships.”

Topping the list of large cap companies were:
  1. Best Buy Co Inc.
  2. Intuit Inc.
  3. Adobe Systems Inc.
  4. The Home Depot Inc.
  5. Nike Inc.
The top five with market caps below US$5 billion were:
  1. Deckers Outdoor Corp.
  2. Louisiana-Pacific Corp.
  3. UniFirst Corp.
  4. USANA Health Sciences Inc.
  5. Texas Roadhouse Inc.

To see the full list, click here.

SeneGence Introduces HairCovery Collection

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Global beauty brand SeneGence International® recently announced it has introduced a new hair care collection, SeneGence HairCovery™.

The collection includes HairCovery Thickening & Volumizing Shampoo, HairCovery Moisturizing & Shine Enhancing Conditioner andHairCovery Strengthening & Thickening Hair Serum, which are designed to work together to revive lifeless hair.

HairCovery contains proprietary ingredients and peptides, SenePlex+™ and SenePeptide Complex™, that when combined with nourishing botanicals and vitamins is formulated to enhance hair’s thickness, volume, moisture, manageability and shine.

“Who doesn’t want thicker, more voluminous, shiny, manageable hair?” said Joni Rogers-Kante, founder and CEO of SeneGence. “It’s excellent for all hair types, including color-treated hair.”

SeneGence is best known for LipSense, the long-lasting lip color. It also has a full line of long-lasting, anti-aging cosmetics and skin care products formulated for a variety of skin types.

DSA Announces Support for H.R. 7029

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The Direct Selling Association (DSA) announced today that it supports enactment of the Preserving Direct Seller Independence Act of 2018, H.R. 7029.

Introduced by Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI), the legislation would clearly define direct sellers as independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) consistent with the Internal Revenue Service Code.

DSA President Joseph N. Mariano applauded Rep. Walberg for introducing this important legislation and noted that “as Congress examines the evolving gig economy, we trust that the independent contractor status of direct sellers as America’s Original Entrepreneurs continue to be supported.”

The independent contractor status of direct sellers is a long-recognized aspect of the business model that was affirmed for federal tax purposes in 1983 under 26 USC 3508 (b)(2) of the IRS Code and is reflected in state law. H.R. 7029 would incorporate the same language in the FLSA and reinforce the long-standing treatment of direct sellers as independent contractors under federal labor law.

Direct selling offers a low-risk way to participate in a fast-growing economy. People typically sell to their neighbors, friends and relatives on a part-time basis. H.R. 7029 allows these independent salespeople to continue engaging in this dynamic retail channel.

Super Bowl Champion Derek Kennard Joins Kannaway Sports Division

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Medical Marijuana, Inc., the first publicly traded cannabis company in the US, recently announced that former Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman and Super Bowl champion Derek Kennard has joined the Sports Division of its subsidiary Kannaway®, the first hemp lifestyle network to legally offer hemp-based botanical CBD wellness products.

Kannaway Spokesperson Derek Kennard

Kannaway Spokesperson Derek Kennard

As a spokesperson for the company, Kennard will help spread awareness on the benefits of cannabidiol (CBD) for athletes and active consumers.

“We look forward to working with Derek Kennard to continue our goal of spreading awareness and increasing public education about the health benefits of CBD,” said Kannaway CEO Blake Schroeder. “Derek is just one of many who have seen amazing health results while using CBD oil and we aim to use his story to inspire others.”

Kennard joins former NFL players Nick Lowery and Christian Okoye, Olympian Amy Van Dyken and MLB Hall of Famer Goose Gossage in the Kannaway Sports Division, which connects athletes with education and products.

“CBD oil allows me to get along with my day and have an improved quality of life,” said Kennard. “If someone was skeptical about taking CBD, I’d tell them that it’s not marijuana. It’s a great safe and natural alternative and I am thankful that these are high-quality products.”

Mannatech Introduces New Product

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Flower Mound, Texas-based Mannatech, Inc. recently introduced a new men’s health product—Mannatech Men’s PRIME 7™—that is designed to support endocrine health, mood, energy and libido for men over the age of 30.

Mannatech Men’s PRIME 7™

“The good days aren’t over! Get your prime back!” said Mannatech President & CEO Al Bala. “Our new Men’s PRIME 7 is designed to help men over 30 feel like they did when they were in their prime!”

According to Tait Switzer, vice president of Research and Development at Mannatech, Men’s PRIME 7 capsules aim to improve sex drive, stamina and vitality, and support healthy erectile function, healthy testosterone levels, prostate and urinary tract health and cardiovascular health as well as support mood and help maintain normal hormonal balance.

“We’ve combined the best science with all-natural ingredients and infused it with Mannatech glyconutrients,” said Bala. “It does more than just support healthy testosterone levels or provide prostate support. It helps men to feel healthy, energetic and strong!”

Mannatech Men’s PRIME 7 is available only for a limited time, through December 31, 2018, or while supplies last.

SimplyFun Releases New Math & STEM Game

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SimplyFun, LLC. recently added to its Math & STEM skill set collection with the release of , a game that focuses on spatial reasoning and probability skills.

Zone to Zone

The company published Zone to Zone, which is for two to six players ages 12 and up, to add a game of a more advanced skill level to its product mix.

“Publishing Zone to Zone means we now have another advanced Math & STEM game to offer our players,” said Stacy Longstreet, director of Product Development and Sourcing at SimplyFun. “Adding a game that requires a higher level of skills contributes to our balanced mix of product offerings. No matter what age or skill level, there is a SimplyFun game for every child.”

Math & STEM, one of four skill sets that are the focus of game development at SimplyFun, zero in on counting, mathematical relationships, computations and algebra, spatial reasoning, geometry and early scientific concepts appropriate for right and left brain-leaners of all ages. Other skill sets at SimplyFun include Reading & Language Arts, Life &Thinking skills and Social Sciences & Studies.

Avon Unveils Pink Light Project

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As part of its commitment to Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2018, London-based Avon Products Inc. has unveiled its Pink Light Project, a global breast cancer educational campaign in partnership with Cancer Research UK.

Avon is mobilizing its six million Representatives around the world, who together create a unique and powerful woman-to-woman communication network, to share educational information about breast cancer. Avon will launch the Pink Light Project through its Representatives and Avon’s many communications platforms with the aim of educating women around the world to increase awareness and help save lives.

“At Avon, we believe no woman should die because she was left in the dark about breast cancer,” said Jan Zijderveld, CEO of Avon. “We want every woman across the globe to know the risks, the signs, and what action to take when it comes to breast cancer. That way, if a woman does have symptoms, the cancer can be caught early and, if necessary addressed with treatment as quickly as possible.”

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the World Health Organization, has announced new global breast cancer data, highlighting that much remains to be done to address what the IARC calls “the alarming rise in the cancer burden globally,” with 18.1 million new cases of cancer reported and 9.6 million deaths in 2018. IARC believes that prevention plays a key role in fighting cancer.

Nick Grant, executive director at Cancer Research UK said, “Breast cancer affects over 2 million women each year, which is why we’re excited to be working with Avon to help women across the globe understand the risks and signs of the disease. Ensuring women have understandable and empowering information is a powerful first step in helping tackle a disease which affects so many worldwide. Together Cancer Research UK and Avon can bring breast cancer out of the dark, putting the power back into women’s hands.”

Herbalife Nutrition Turns Pink to Help American Cancer Society

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Los Angeles-based Herbalife Nutrition recently announced its support for the American Cancer Society to help bring awareness and raise funds for its life-saving mission.

In addition to a $250,000 donation, Herbalife Nutrition will be selling co-branded pink water bottles, with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. To honor those who have and continue to battle breast cancer, the company will unveil “purpose in pink” when it turns its website, social media, packaging and building signage, at its LA Live headquarters and Torrance offices, pink for the month of October.

“I am so proud to announce our support of the American Cancer Society,” said Ibi Montesino, senior vice president, and managing director, North America Region, Herbalife Nutrition. “Our hope is to work with this important organization to raise awareness about the importance of early detection, as well as raise much-needed funds to support research into ending the scourge of cancer. It’s just one more way we are living our purpose of making the world—and our communities—healthier and happier.”

According to the American Cancer Society, in 2018 in the U.S., there will be an estimated 1,735,350 new cancer cases and 609,640 cancer deaths. Of those, the highest number of new cases (268,670) will be breast cancer, with 41,400 Americans predicted to die from the disease.

“The American Cancer Society is attacking cancer from every angle,” said Sharon Byers, chief development and marketing officer for the American Cancer Society. “With the help of organizations like Herbalife Nutrition we will continue to lead the fight for a world without cancer.”