Our Impact


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Enriching Women’s Lives

We recognize that true sustainability is not just about reducing our carbon footprint or recycling; it’s about creating a business model that values and uplifts every individual, especially women; fosters social well-being; and ensures economic growth that benefits everyone.

What Sustainability Means to Us

At the heart of our sustainability efforts are three pillars: environmental, social and economic sustainability.  

Developed in collaboration with key stakeholders and aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, Mary Kay is proud to be part of a global coalition working tirelessly to ensure a brighter, more equitable future.

To learn more about sustainability at Mary Kay, read through our annual sustainability reports.

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Environmental 

  • Product Stewardship
  • Resource Conservation
  • Water Sustainability
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Social

  • Pink Changing Lives® 
  • Women’s Empowerment
  • Future of STEM
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Economic

  • Our People 
  • Digitalization
  • Advocacy
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Pink Changing Lives®

Since 1996, Mary Kay Inc. and its four Company-sponsored foundations have contributed more than $230 million in monetary and in-kind donations to charitable organizations to improve the lives of women and their families around the world. Mary Kay Inc. is committed to empowering women and enriching their lives, providing hope and healing, caring for the planet and creating lasting impact through our multifaceted Pink Changing Lives® Program. 


Mary Kay’s Pink Changing Lives® cause-marketing campaign remains a cornerstone to giving back in local communities in meaningful ways. Since 2008, the Pink Changing Lives® Program has donated more than $19 million, entirely funded by a portion of the sales of designated products in participating Mary Kay markets. Funds support causes including cancers affecting women, ending domestic violence, providing care and support for women and their families and beautifying communities where we live and work because women are at the heart of everything we do.

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1.4 Million

Trees Planted 

1.4 million trees planted around the world in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation. 

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100%

Sustainable Water Use

100% of the water used at our global R&D and manufacturing facility is treated and recycled back into the local watershed.

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More Than $230M

Donated

More than $230 million in monetary and product donations have been given by Mary Kay and its four Company-sponsored foundations globally since 1996.*

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STEM

Support for Women

We’re committed to supporting the next generation of women in STEM, fostering the creation of cutting-edge beauty products and providing STEM education and support.

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OUR PROMISE

Your safety is our highest priority.

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OUR PURPOSE

Lived. Elevated. Always Passed On.

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OUR FOUNDER

It all began with a simple but radical idea.