Phoenix, Juice+, Ann Summers, Bluebella and the rest - What's the downside?

Ginny said:

I tried Phoenix and it didn't work for me. I still think it could have worked but I didn't have that much time to get envolved. The reason I joined was because I recently stopped working to be a full-time mum. Phoenix advises you to host a"coffee and cards" envent at your place or a friends place or you can also try to sell at playgroups for example. I couldn't be bothered with that myself because my son is quite clingy so I'm never really free to do anything. I thought I could just sell online but it takes a lot of "nagging your friends to buy from you" or asking them to spread the word. I just didn't want to be too pushy. I still have some lovely cards leftover (luckily I only bought the smallest stock), I am now using them for myself or giving a few away as presents (just adding a little pack of cards to a birthday present or christmas gift). I don't regret trying because it showed me that things that I thought were going to be easier can sometimes be harder that I thought. It was still a good experience which I think could've definetely work for someone else. Just to let you know Phoenix has recently closed down but a new card company will soon open.

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Chammy said:

I don't think they'll last, at least not here in the UK. Many are being sneaky and miss-selling here, such as unregulated products (Valentus for example).

Apparently Younique has had a lawsuit submitted against them in the last few weeks for miss-selling their mascara.

Maelle had to shut it's doors temporarily due to legal investigations though they're back in December...apparently.

Too many shady dealings, too many people wising up to these scams so I can't see it lasting. Well, maybe Avon as they've been around forever.

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