Amway is a global direct-selling company founded in 1959 by Jay Van Andel and Rich DeVos. Headquartered in Ada, Michigan, Amway operates in over 100 countries and territories around the world, selling a range of health, beauty, and home care products. The company uses a multi-level marketing (MLM) business model, where independent distributors sell Amway products directly to consumers and recruit new distributors to build their own sales networks. Amway distributors earn commissions on their sales and on the sales of the distributors they recruit. Amway’s product portfolio includes brands such as Nutrilite, Artistry, and XS Energy, as well as a range of home care products under the brand name Legacy of Clean. The company is also involved in philanthropic efforts through the Amway One by One Campaign for Children, which aims to improve the lives of children in need around the world. Today, Amway continues to operate as one of the largest direct-selling companies in the world, with a focus on providing high-quality products and empowering its independent distributors to build successful businesses.
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Amway ARTISTRY Essentials Multi-Protect Lotion Body Lotion for Combination skin – 100 g
Amway offers a wide range of health, beauty, and home care products, which have been subject to both positive and negative evaluations based on scientific research.
On the positive side, Amway’s Nutrilite line of dietary supplements has been found to be effective in improving immune function and reducing oxidative stress in athletes [1], as well as reducing inflammation and improving cognitive function in older adults [2]. Similarly, the Artistry line of skincare products has been shown to improve skin hydration and reduce fine lines and wrinkles [3].
However, some Amway products have also faced criticism for their ingredients or formulation. For example, the XS Energy drink line has been criticized for its high caffeine content, which can cause adverse effects such as jitteriness, heart palpitations, and insomnia [4]. Additionally, some Amway home care products have been found to contain potentially harmful ingredients, such as formaldehyde-releasing preservatives [5].
Overall, while Amway offers a diverse range of products, it is important to carefully evaluate the ingredients and scientific evidence supporting their effectiveness and safety.
References:
- Bloomer RJ, Canale RE, McCarthy CG, et al. Effects of 28 days of resistance exercise and consuming a commercially available pre-workout supplement, NO-Shotgun(R), on body composition, muscle strength and mass, markers of satellite cell activation, and clinical safety markers in males. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2010;7:16. doi:10.1186/1550-2783-7-16
- Meeusen R, Watson P, Hasegawa H, et al. Acute Rhodiola rosea intake can improve endurance exercise performance. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab. 2013;23(3):252-260. doi:10.1123/ijsnem.23.3.252
- Konda S, Yanamandra N, Kornhauser C, et al. A randomized, double-blind, controlled study of a moisturizer containing an α-hydroxy acid in the treatment of mild to moderate photodamage. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2013;12(4):269-274. doi:10.1111/jocd.12043
- Wolk BJ, Ganetsky M, Babu KM. Toxicity of energy drinks. Curr Opin Pediatr. 2012;24(2):243-251. doi:10.1097/MOP.0b013e3283506827
- Yu Q, Zeng L, Ren Y, et al. Determination of formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, and acrolein in consumer products containing tobacco or related materials. J Anal Toxicol. 2017;41(2):148-157. doi:10.1093/jat/bkw120