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Avon’s $100 million Global Research and
Development Center is key to the company's commitment to stay at the
forefront of the beauty marketplace.
Avon, the leader in direct selling since
1886
Avon began in 1886 as the California Perfume Company, whose founder,
David McConnell, discovered that bringing his perfumes directly to
his customers - mostly women - was much more effective than
traditional selling methods. His first "Representative" - then
called a General Agent - was Mrs. P.F.E. Albee of Winchester, New
Hampshire, who traveled by train, horse and foot to sell Avon and
recruit other Agents. That was the beginning of Avon's heritage of
empowering women by offering financial and professional
opportunities in a time where little existed - it would be another
34 years before American women could even vote! Today, Avon
continues to provide economic opportunities for women worldwide.
Avon, the world's most recognizable beauty
brand
From leading the world in anti-aging skincare to cutting-edge
concepts in color cosmetics, Avon constantly strives toward
innovation in product technology, design, marketing and sales.
Avon's product portfolio includes some of the most recognizable
beauty brands in the world such as Avon Color, Anew, Skin-So-Soft,
Avon Solutions, Advance Techniques, Avon Naturals and Avon Wellness.
Avon, The Company for Women
Avon is committed to women of all cultures and age groups – not only
as consumers and Representatives: as people. We believe in giving
back to women and the communities where they live and work, from
their economic well-being to their health and safety. Since 1955,
when the Avon Foundation was created, more than $500 million
worldwide has been donated to address breast cancer, domestic
violence and emergency relief for women and families. Avon is the
largest single corporate supporter in breast cancer awareness and
research. And for 52 weeks starting in April, 2007, the Avon Hello
Tomorrow Fund will award $5,000 every week to an individual with the
most compelling application that advances women’s causes and
ultimately improves society in three vital areas: business
development, community service, and awareness/outreach. Change your life with the world’s largest direct seller!
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