Worldwide, approximately 2 million individuals are taking advantage of the direct sales business model by being Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultants.

With flexible hours, a clearly defined business plan and an open-ended opportunity to achieve personal growth and financial success, a Mary Kay business is the ideal choice for individuals of all backgrounds.

Starting a Mary Kay independent business costs as little as $100 in the US (plus tax and shipping) for a Mary Kay® Starter Kit which includes educational materials.

Throughout the company's nearly 50-year history, more than 600 independent sales force members worldwide have risen to become Independent National Sales Directors, the pinnacle of achievement in the independent sales force.

Approximately 39,000 individuals around the world currently are Independent Sales Directors.

Currently, some 1,400 independent sales force members in the United States have earned the privilege to drive a Mary Kay® pink Cadillac.