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Mary Kay Inc. Awards 10 Grants to Young Innovators at 2025 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for furthering young women’s education and encouraging youth to follow their STEM dreams, returned for a second year as a Special Awards Organization at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (Regeneron ISEF) in Columbus, Ohio. Ten grants totaling nearly $10,000 were awarded to standout high school-aged students excelling in innovative projects spanning topics from finding cures for cancers affecting women to sustainable packaging innovation and protecting our planet’s most valuable resources.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 28, 2025
Mary Kay Inc. Names Tara Eustace Chief Opportunity and Sales Officer
To empower future growth, iconic beauty and entrepreneurship company Mary Kay announced today the appointment of Tara Eustace as Chief Opportunity and Sales Officer.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · March 5, 2025
Mary Kay Inspires Future Innovators: Young Women in STEM ‘Blend’ Beauty and Science
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in science, innovation, and furthering young women’s education marked the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11 with an exploratory event aimed to inspire the next generation of female STEM leaders. According to UNESCO, “Women make up only 35% of students enrolled in STEM-related fields of study in higher education" (UNESCO, 2020).
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · February 11, 2025
Mary Kay Inc. Names Dr. Lucy Gildea Chief Brand and Scientific Officer
To empower future growth, iconic beauty and entrepreneurship company Mary Kay Inc. announced today the appointment of Dr. Lucy Gildea as Chief Brand and Scientific Officer.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · February 6, 2025
Mary Kay Recognized for Conservation Leadership for Second Year in a Row at the 2024 Texan by Nature 20
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in skincare innovation and sustainability, was honored for the second year in a row with a 2024 Texan by Nature 20 (TxN 20) award, a prestigious recognition created by the conservation non-profit Texan by Nature. Founded by former First Lady Laura Bush, Texan by Nature annually celebrates 20 businesses based or operating in Texas that demonstrate data-backed commitments to conservation and sustainability through the TxN 20 initiative.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 30, 2024
Mary Kay Expands Into Kyrgyzstan, Further Elevating Beauty and Empowerment Around the World
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in skin care and cosmetics, is proud to announce its expansion into Kyrgyzstan, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing international growth strategy. This exciting development underscores Mary Kay’s commitment to empowering women and providing innovative, high-quality skincare and beauty products across the globe.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · September 19, 2024
Tickled Pink: Mary Kay Inc. Again Named #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World
We’re tickled pink: iconic beauty brand and global entrepreneurship company Mary Kay Inc. has again been named #1 Direct Selling brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World* by Euromonitor International.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2024
People, Passion, Planet: Mary Kay Releases 2024 Sustainability Report
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in corporate sustainability and advocacy, today released its 2024 Sustainability Report. The report—which is organized by environmental, social, and economic impact—underscores the company’s commitment to creating and nurturing a business model that enriches women’s lives and supports communities while protecting our planet.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · July 23, 2024
Mary Kay Inc. Presents New Findings on Skin Care Advances and the Use of Computational Tools in Identifying Skin Sensitivity
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in skin care innovation, recently revealed the results of two breakthrough research studies: first, an antioxidant treatment that can diminish the visible effects of pollution and aging on human skin; and second, a focus on the applications of computational tools to accurately predict the safety and potential reactions of human skin to various cosmetic ingredients. These findings were shared by Mary Kay scientists at the 2024 Society of Investigative Dermatology (SID) meeting in Dallas, Texas. The company was a silver-level sponsor of the event.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · June 20, 2024
Mary Kay Awards Grants to Five Aspiring Young Scientists at Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair
Mary Kay Inc., a corporate cheerleader in support of STEM education and youth pursuing their dreams, recently awarded three grants to five standout high school scientists, selected from nearly 2,000 participants representing almost 70 countries, with grants at the Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Los Angeles. The grants—totaling nearly $10,000—were awarded to students with innovative projects focused on finding cures for cancers affecting women, sustainable packaging innovation, and protecting our planet’s most valuable resources.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 23, 2024
Pink Lipsticks and Green Thumbs: Mary Kay Inc. Celebrates 60 Years of Sustainable Beauty With Special Tree Planting Event in Lewisville
Mary Kay Inc., a corporate leader in global sustainability, is strengthening its roots in Lewisville. On May 10, the company partnered with the Arbor Day Foundation and Keep Lewisville Beautiful to host a tree planting event at Railroad Park to celebrate Mother Nature and Mother’s Day.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 14, 2024
Mary Kay Inc. Announces Expansion Into Denmark, Strengthening Its Commitment to Women's Empowerment in Scandinavia
Mary Kay Inc., a global beauty brand renowned for its commitment to female empowerment and entrepreneurship, is thrilled to announce that its products will now be sold in Denmark. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in Mary Kay's mission to enrich women's lives across the globe. With this launch, Mary Kay products are now available in all the Scandinavian and Nordic markets in partnership with Lesley Cosmetics, Mary Kay’s authorized distributor in Scandinavia.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 2, 2024
Mary Kay Inc. Spearheads Ocean Conservation Efforts at the 11th Annual World Ocean Summit
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in women’s empowerment and staunch advocate for sustainability, is once again at the forefront of global ocean conservation efforts. The beauty brand was proud to participate at the 11th Annual World Ocean Summit & Expo, held in Lisbon, Portugal, from March 11-13. As a bronze level sponsor for the second consecutive year, Mary Kay demonstrated its unwavering commitment to fostering a sustainable blue economy as a private sector representative and through its long-standing collaboration with The Nature Conservancy (TNC).
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 3, 2024
From Commitment to Action: Mary Kay Releases Overview of Transformative Partnership to Advance Women’s Entrepreneurship Globally
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in women’s empowerment, today announced the release of a special report titled "Advancing Women’s Entrepreneurship: from Commitment to Action." The report details the company’s steadfast commitment to championing women's causes around the world through the significant strides the company has made in the four years since the founding of the groundbreaking Women’s Entrepreneurship Accelerator (WEA) multi-stakeholder partnership.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · March 5, 2024
Equality by Design: A Model for Managing Discriminatory Risks of AI
Since 2021, Mary Kay Inc. has partnered with the Equal Rights Trust (ERT), an organization whose mission is to advance equality through law around the world. As part of this collaboration, Mary Kay Inc. supported new research focused on understanding and addressing the discriminatory impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impacts on gender equality, and the development of a new “equality by design approach.”
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · February 15, 2024
Mary Kay’s Empowerment Journey Continues: Brand Joins the Women's Empowerment Principles in Asia Pacific
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for women’s empowerment, announced on Women's Entrepreneurship Day that it has officially become a signatory of the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) in the Asia Pacific region. In March 2019, Mary Kay Inc. took the first step in its WEPs journey, becoming a global signatory during the WEPs Forum held on the sidelines of the Commission on Status of Women (CSW63).
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · December 14, 2023
World Renowned Cancer Researchers From Spain and U.S. Join Forces to Address Critical Needs and Challenges in Women’s Cancer Research
Mary Kay Inc., the world's No. 1 direct selling skin care and color cosmetics brand1 and its company-sponsored foundations, including the Mary Kay Ash Foundation in the U.S., continue to provide unwavering support to women’s cancer research through funding a variety of research programs and projects, awarding grants to world renowned scientists, and facilitating clinical trials, all in the name of finding a cure.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · December 7, 2023
Mary Kay Expands to Hungary, Elevating Beauty and Empowerment in Central Europe
Mary Kay Inc., the iconic beauty brand and global advocate for women’s empowerment, is thrilled to announce its expansion into Hungary, a strategic move that marks the company's latest foray into the European market. This expansion coincides with Mary Kay's milestone 60th anniversary, underscoring its enduring legacy of offering unparalleled entrepreneurship opportunities and high-quality skincare and color cosmetics.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 30, 2023
Mary Kay Inc. Announces Partnership With Global Shea Alliance to Promote Sustainability and Women's Empowerment
Mary Kay Inc., a global beauty brand and advocate for women’s empowerment, is excited to announce its membership in the Global Shea Alliance (GSA), a non-profit industry association that designs, develops and delivers strategies that drive a competitive and sustainable shea industry worldwide. This new partnership aligns with Mary Kay's commitment to sustainability and its mission to empower women around the world.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 21, 2023
Mary Kay Recognized for Leadership in Conservation and Sustainability in the 2023 Texan by Nature 20
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in skin care innovation and sustainability, is honored to announce its inclusion in the 2023 Texan by Nature 20 (TxN 20), a prestigious recognition by the conservation non-profit, Texan by Nature. Founded by former First Lady Laura Bush, Texan by Nature annually celebrates Texas-based companies that demonstrate a strong commitment to conservation and sustainability.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 16, 2023
Six Decades of Dedication: Mary Kay Releases In-Depth Report in Critical Areas of Sustainability
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and stewardship, released its ‘Special Report on Sustainability 2023’ detailing the brand’s unwavering commitment to enriching women’s lives and ensuring a sustainable future for all. As the iconic beauty brand commemorates its 60th anniversary, Mary Kay is proud to be part of a global coalition with key stakeholders and aligned with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals to make strides in the critical areas of environmental, social, and economic sustainability.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 1, 2023
Mary Kay Inc Presents New Findings on an Antioxidant Blend That Can Reduce the Visible Effects of Pollution and Aging on Skin
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in skin care innovation, recently revealed breakthrough research on a treatment that diminishes the visible effects of pollution and aging on human skin. The findings, which Mary Kay shared at the first International Societies for Investigative Dermatology (ISID) Meeting, significantly improved skin firmness and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles over the course of the study.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · September 19, 2023
Pretty Powerful: Mary Kay Inc. Crowned #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World
Color us excited: iconic beauty brand and global entrepreneurship company Mary Kay Inc. has been named #1 Direct Selling brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World* by Euromonitor International. The honor comes as the company celebrates its 60th anniversary in business, continuing Mary Kay Ash’s legacy of empowering women then, now, and always.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · September 5, 2023
Mary Kay Announces 2023 Reforestation Projects and Celebrates 15 Years of Positive Community Impact With the Arbor Day Foundation
Today, Mary Kay announced its 2023 reforestation projects in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation. This year, Mary Kay is set to celebrate its 60th anniversary and is also celebrating a 15-year partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · June 22, 2023
Mary Kay Inc. Presents New Findings on Three Botanical Extracts That Can Reduce the Appearance of Facial Expression Lines
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in skin care innovation and nutritional science, recently revealed breakthrough research on a treatment that combats the appearance of facial expression lines. The findings, which Mary Kay shared at the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD) Annual Meeting, could have a significant impact on understanding expression lines and offer a notable alternative to popular in-office procedures.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · June 20, 2023
Mary Kay Awarded Corporate Volunteer of the Year Award for South Region by Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship
Mary Kay Inc., a decades-long corporate advocate of women’s education and entrepreneurship, was honored with the Corporate Volunteer of the Year award by Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship South Region. The award was presented at the South Region Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge finals on June 3, in Dallas, Texas, and recognizes the years-long partnership, Mary Kay employees’ continued dedication and service to NFTE students, and corporate financial support of impactful programs such as World Series of Innovation (WSI) and Regional Youth Entrepreneurship Challenges (RYEC).
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · June 13, 2023
Mary Kay Inc. & European Society for Dermatological Research Partner to Award Educational Research Grants Advancing Skin Health/Skin Disease
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in skin care innovation, in partnership with the European Society for Dermatological Research, recently announced its inaugural Mary Kay Skin Health/Skin Disease Research Grant awardees at a special virtual event prior to the First International Societies for Investigative Dermatology conference in May. Grant recipients are researchers conducting groundbreaking, innovative studies in skin health and skin disease.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 17, 2023
Mary Kay Sponsored Film Spotlighting Women Conservation Leaders Screened at Dallas International Film Festival 2023
Good things come in trees. Forest of Hope, an eye-opening documentary that highlights women leaders in forest conservation, was screened at the 17th Dallas International Film Festival earlier this month. Executive produced by iconic beauty brand Mary Kay in partnership with The Nature Conservancy, the short film tells the story of Angélica Torres, leader of Mujeres Unidas Para La Conservacion de Laguna de Sanchez, and a group of female entrepreneurs as they combat environmental challenges in the area surrounding Monterrey, Mexico.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 16, 2023
Mary Kay Announces Global Challenge Winners in Third Annual Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship World Series of Innovation Challenge
Mary Kay Inc., a decades-long corporate advocate of women’s education and entrepreneurship, announced the top three winners of its third annual World Series of Innovation (WSI) challenge in partnership with Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE). This global competition encourages youth ages 13-24 to utilize critical thinking skills to help solve the world’s greatest challenges on a local, domestic, or international scale, as part of the advancement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 17, 2023
Mary Kay Inc. Receives Forest Stewardship Council Certification and Celebrates 1.3 Million Trees Planted With the Arbor Day Foundation
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate social responsibility and sustainability, is celebrating International Day of Forests by highlighting its recent certification from the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®).
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · March 21, 2023
For Mary Kay, It’s Mission Critical: We’ve Accelerated Our Digital Innovation Efforts to Unleash the Full Potential of Women Entrepreneurs
Below is a statement by Deborah Gibbins, Chief Operating Officer, Mary Kay Inc., in celebration of International Women’s Day 2023.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · March 8, 2023
Mary Kay and International Telecommunication Union Announce Winners of the Women’s Entrepreneurship Accelerator Digital Innovation Challenge
Taking place on the margins of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW67), the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), with support from Mary Kay Global, announced the ten winning companies of the Women’s Entrepreneurship Accelerator (WEA) Digital Innovation Challenge at a packed event hosted at the New York City MetLife headquarters. In attendance were representatives of the United Nations, the private sector, investors and civil society organizations. Three startups, Tiny Totos, Gwiji for Women, and Health Innovation Exchange (HIEx), were awarded Special Recognition status for their best-practice innovations.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 13, 2023
Mary Kay Inc. Names Sheryl Adkins-Green Chief Experience Officer
Iconic beauty and entrepreneurship company Mary Kay Inc. announced today the appointment of Sheryl Adkins-Green as Chief Experience Officer. In the new role, Adkins-Green will support the success of millions of Independent Beauty Consultants’ businesses through a 360-degree integrated customer experience.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · February 14, 2023
Mary Kay Highlights the Importance of Women’s Leadership and Private Sector Engagement in Conservation at the World Ocean Summit 2023 Hosted by Economist Impact
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and signatory to the UN Global Compact Sustainable Ocean Principles, continues to play an important role in ocean conservation. In February, the beauty brand launched a groundbreaking, user-friendly platform offering valuable guidance, decision-support tools, and practical knowledge for marine practitioners. Following the announcement, Mary Kay recently participated at the 10th World Ocean Summit and Expo 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal, organized by Economist Impact.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · March 22, 2023
Mary Kay Inspires Next Generation of Female STEAM Leaders at Youth Summit
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for women’s empowerment and education, recently hosted a group of 25 young women from Dallas Independent School District’s Young Women’s Preparatory Network (YWPN) / Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School for an educational, inspirational exploration of Women in STEAM. The events led up to the celebration of International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · February 13, 2023
Mary Kay Inc. Presents New Findings on the Benefits of a Botanical Leaf Extract at the American Society for Nutrition’s Annual Conference
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in skin care innovation and nutritional science, recently investigated the benefits of a botanical leaf extract when included in nutritional drinks containing protein, fat, and fiber. The findings, which the Mary Kay Global Nutrition Research & Innovation team shared at the American Society for Nutrition’s Annual Conference, could have a significant impact on our understanding of botanical leaf extract rich in polysaccharides, flavonoids, alkaloids, and 1-deoxynojirimycin and other active components to lower glucose response and improve satiety in consumers.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 24, 2023
Mary Kay Inc. Company-Sponsored Foundations Give Millions Supporting Women's Causes Around the World
Throughout 2022, iconic beauty brand Mary Kay—along with its company-sponsored foundations—gave more than 3 million dollars to support women’s causes around the world.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 12, 2023
Full ‘STEAM’ Ahead: Mary Kay Awards Six Grants to Global Young Women Trailblazers in STEAM Fields
As a global leader in women’s empowerment and innovative science, Mary Kay Inc. announces six recipients of the 2022 Young Women in STEAM grant program for making tremendous contributions to STEAM fields worldwide – science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · December 15, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Releases 2020 – 2022 Sustainability & Social Impact Report
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate social responsibility, today released a report detailing progress on Enriching Lives Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow (ELTFAST), the brand’s global sustainability program.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · December 14, 2022
Mary Kay Protects Critically Endangered Lemurs and Other Wildlife in Partnership With the Arbor Day Foundation
Today, Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and environmental stewardship, announced the completion of a reforestation project in Madagascar in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, and the Madagascar Biodiversity Partnership. The announcement comes as representatives from around the world gather in Montreal at the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (COP 15) to tackle the world’s biodiversity crisis.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · December 8, 2022
Mary Kay Sustainability Project Featured in Economist Impact’s World Ocean Summit in Singapore
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and stewardship and signatory to the UN Global Compact Sustainable Ocean Principles, continues to support global efforts to increase ocean awareness and highlight the important role the ocean plays in efforts to combat climate change.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 29, 2022
Mary Kay Highlights Efforts to Advance Women Entrepreneurship Development Around the World Through Impact Partnerships
Mary Kay Inc., an ardent advocate of women’s economic empowerment and gender equality, marks Women’s Entrepreneurship Day today by reaffirming its global commitment to women entrepreneurs through external efforts and partnerships focused on elevating and advancing women entrepreneurship.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 22, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Announces Forest of Hope Film Festival Selection and Tree Planting Impact
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for sustainability, is proud to announce that Forest of Hope—a documentary sponsored by the company to shed light on the fight to save forests and tell the story of conservation and women’s empowerment—has been officially selected for four film festivals.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 15, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Recognized in The Nature Conservancy’s 2022 Global Reefs Impact Report
Throughout 2022, Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and stewardship, has worked to elevate ocean awareness in climate work and as an approach to address the climate crisis.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 10, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Celebrates Planting More Than 1.2 Million Trees Across the Globe
As global leaders convene at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP 27) this month, Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and stewardship, announced the completion of a 69-acre reforestation project to revitalize Florida’s Econfina Creek Wildlife Management Area in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation. To date, Mary Kay Inc. has planted more than 1.2 million trees with partners across the globe.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 8, 2022
Grandson of Legendary Entrepreneur Mary Kay Ash to Lead Global Cosmetics Giant
On the eve of the company’s 60th anniversary, leadership of one of the world’s largest and most iconic cosmetics companies will pass to the third generation of its founder’s family. Following in the footsteps of his legendary trailblazing grandmother, Mary Kay Ash, and his father Richard R. Rogers, Ryan Rogers will become Chief Executive Officer of Dallas, Texas based Mary Kay Inc. starting January 1, 2023.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 1, 2022
Mary Kay Announces Skin Health Grants and Delivers Eye-Opening Research on the Biology of Droopy Eyes at the 51st Annual European Society for Dermatological Research Meeting
Mary Kay Inc., one of the world’s innovative skincare companies, has announced a new partnership with the European Society for Dermatological Research (ESDR) with its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland, to award grants to researchers at the 51st Annual ESDR Meeting. The congress took place between September 28 – October 1, 2022, in person with the sessions recorded and available on-demand after the congress.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 25, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Establishes the Business Case for Gender-Responsive Procurement at the Diversity Summit in Prague, Czech Republic
A long-standing champion and global advocate for women’s empowerment and gender equality, Mary Kay shared with transparency its gender-responsive procurement (GRP) global journey at the Diversity Summit in Prague, Czech Republic. Hosted by Startup Disrupt on September 13, 2022, at the newly renovated Clam-Gallas Palace, the summit was the largest European hybrid conference on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), bringing together more than 50 keynote speakers from the non-profit, government, and business sector. The event is held under the auspices of the Czech Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the Capital City of Prague, and the US Embassy in the Czech Republic.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 19, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Furthers Commitment to Conservation, Joins UN Ocean Stewardship Coalition
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and stewardship, recently joined the UN Global Compact’s Ocean Stewardship Coalition—an effort to bring together the private sector alongside UN agencies, academia, governments and non-governmental organizations to address biodiversity and climate change through a focus on ocean health.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 18, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Advances Women’s Leadership in Conservation Through Virtual Learning Exchange
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and women’s empowerment, recently participated in a virtual learning exchange hosted by the Coral Triangle Center (CTC), The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and the Coral Triangle Initiative on Coral Reefs, Fisheries and Food Security (CTI-CFF) Regional Secretariat.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 12, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Welcomes Global Diversity Month With Release of Company Statement on DEI and DEI Summit
Mary Kay Inc., a long-standing champion and global advocate for women’s empowerment and gender equality, has released a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) statement celebrating Global Diversity Awareness Month and hosted a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Summit in conjunction with World Inclusion Day.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 10, 2022
Mary Kay Awards Education Grant to Young Woman Aspiring to Become First Latin American Woman Astronaut to Visit Mars
As a decades-long leader in women’s empowerment and innovative science, Mary Kay celebrates young women who are taking charge of their futures through leadership, innovation, and determination to excel in STEAM fields. Women make up only 28% of the workforce in science, technology, engineering, and math. [1] By offering continued support to young women in STEAM fields, they are continuing Mary Kay’s mission, which is to improve women's lives everywhere.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 5, 2022
Mary Kay Challenges Global Youth to Address SDG 14: Life Below Water in Third Annual Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship World Series of Innovation Challenge
Mary Kay Inc., a leading corporate advocate of women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship, announces its third annual World Series of Innovation (WSI) challenge in partnership with Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE). The global competition invites young people ages 13-24 to put their critical thinking skills to the test and get involved in solving some of the biggest challenges humanity faces today to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · September 15, 2022
Gender Equality Cannot Wait 132 Years
Below is a statement by Julia A. Simon, Chief Legal and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Mary Kay Inc., on the release of the 2022 World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · September 2, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Highlights Its Global Sustainable Strategy at the Sustainable Future International Conference in Prague, Czech Republic
We all have a responsibility to care for the environment and the world around us. Sustainability must be a concerted effort and a global commitment. In late June, the Sustainable Future International Conference, sponsored by Mary Kay Inc., took place at the historic Martinic Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Thought leaders, experts, businesses, and non-profit executives from several industries descended on the historical grounds to share, network, and educate audiences on innovative and sustainable standards to successfully implement in the fight to preserve the world’s precious resources for current and future generations.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 30, 2022
Mary Kay Announces Outcomes of SDG Pilot Village Project in China (2017-2021) With Release of Impact Report and Video
Rural women comprise a quarter of the world’s population and are the backbone of their economies, comprising an estimated 40% of the agricultural labor force in developing countries as farmers, wage earners, and entrepreneurs.1 Despite their critical contributions to local economies, they continue to face structural barriers to asset ownership, equal pay, participation in decision-making forums, and access to resources and markets. Cultural norms also result in women shouldering most of the responsibility for unpaid care and domestic work.2
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 25, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Talks Conservation, Sustainability, and Corporate Responsibility During TNC Oceans Panel
Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and stewardship, has long been on the frontlines of the fight to protect our oceans. Recently, representatives from the brand participated in Making Waves: Women Leaders in Ocean Conservation, a virtual panel hosted by The Nature Conservancy, the global environmental nonprofit whose goal is to create a world where people and nature can thrive.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 24, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Continues Its Support of Women’s Empowerment at the International Women’s Forum Cornerstone Conference in Chile
Mary Kay Inc. continues its support of women’s entrepreneurship, empowerment and thought leadership as a sponsor of the 2022 International Women’s Forum (IWF) Cornerstone Conference. Taking place on 17-18 May in Santiago, the Conference convened global decision makers who explored the most pressing challenges to progress on gender equality for the Latin American region.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 12, 2022
Feeling ’22: Mary Kay Inc. Announces Awards, Milestones, and Accomplishments From First Half of the Year
Mary Kay Inc. is feeling ’22. Throughout the first half of the year, the iconic global entrepreneurship company has furthered its innovations in skin science, continued its social impact efforts, and garnered several prestigious awards for its business and leadership. It’s a thing of beauty—and the nearly 60-year-old brand is just getting started.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · July 28, 2022
Academy of Marketing Science Mary Kay Doctoral Dissertation Awards Presented at 2022 Annual Conference
Mary Kay Inc. a leading corporate advocate of women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship, continued its decades-long support of education and academic research with the announcement of the 2022 winners of the Mary Kay Doctoral Dissertation and Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Awards at the Academy of Marketing Science (AMS) Annual Conference held May 25 – 27 in Monterey, California. For nearly 30 years, the global beauty company has awarded these annual grants to doctoral candidates in marketing, giving them the opportunity to showcase their successfully defended dissertations in front of their peers. Winners are determined based on their final presentations at the AMS Annual Conference.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · July 18, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Partners With Dr. Jack Gilbert to Further Study Skin’s “Microbiome” and the Impact on the Aging Process
Mary Kay Inc., one of the world’s leading skincare research companies, has announced a new partnership with Dr. Jack Gilbert, professor of pediatrics at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and professor of microbial oceanography at UC San Diego Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Through the partnership, scientists at Mary Kay will work in conjunction with Dr. Gilbert to study one of the most important—but least understood—areas of aging and skin health: the skin Microbiome.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · July 7, 2022
Global Experts and Practitioners Unite to Improve Ocean Health by Tackling Systemic Challenges in Marine Management
Marine protected areas (MPAs) are key tools for reducing threats to biodiversity, safeguarding marine and coastal habitats, building climate solutions, and supporting human needs through sustainable use. The Convention on Biological Diversity’s Global Biodiversity Framework may include an ambitious target of expanding MPA coverage to 30% by 2030. However, less than 3% of marine protected areas are meeting their objectives in the face of accelerating local and global threats.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · June 28, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Presents New Findings on Pollution and Skin Health at Society for Investigative Dermatology Conference
Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in skin care innovation, continued its ongoing support of the beauty and scientific communities recently by sponsoring the 2022 Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) Annual Meeting and revealing new, breakthrough research at the event. Mary Kay’s new findings, in conjunction with the NYU Grossman Medical School of Environmental Medicine, found that the antioxidant complex featured in Mary Kay® TimeWise® Miracle Set 3D™ skin care line reduces the harmful effects of rural pollution and UV radiation.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · June 23, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Collaborates With European Partners to Support Native Oyster Restoration Projects
Oyster reefs benefit humans and the environment through a suite of ecosystem services. A single oyster can filter up to 240 liters of water a day, resulting in increased water quality and clarity and support a unique and highly diverse community of fish and invertebrate marine species. At the same time, oyster reefs are the world’s most threatened marine habitat, with an estimated 85 percent loss globally.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 19, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Recognized as a US Best Managed Company
Mary Kay Inc. is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2022 US Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 10, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Highlights Ocean Action and Partnership With The Nature Conservancy on Earth Day 2022
This Earth Day marks the 52nd anniversary of the first Earth Day celebrated in 1970. Mary Kay Inc. joins in celebrating the environment and all of the partnerships around the world working to invest in our planet and achieve the United Nations (UN) 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 22, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Announces Winners of NFTE World Series of Innovation Challenge
Mary Kay Inc., a leading corporate advocate of women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship, announced today its second World Series of Innovation (WSI) Challenge in partnership with Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE). The global educational experience invites young people ages 13-24 to channel their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to find solutions for the biggest challenges facing the world today and help advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while fostering an entrepreneurial mindset.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 21, 2022
Glamhive Is Back With the First International LIVE Style & Beauty Summit at the Glamourous Bulgari Hotel London
What started out as a way for the style community to come together during the pandemic has grown into one of the largest gatherings of influencers, beauty experts, and fashion icons worldwide. Glamhive and Mary Kay Global Design Studio are launching this summit as a hybrid physical/digital experience with guests attending in-person and virtually, all from the ultra-chic Bulgari Hotel in London on April 23rd. 100% of ticket sales will be donated to the International Rescue Committee for their efforts supporting the Ukrainian crisis.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 20, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Recommits to Responsible and Sustainable Water Management Following World Water Day 2022
Water is essential to life in all its forms and to the ongoing development of a healthy and sustainable future. According to the World Economic Forum, environmental risks and the impact on natural ecosystems and resources continues to be a top global risk.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · March 24, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Celebrates International Day of Forests and World Tree Day with Report Detailing Impactful Partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation
Good things come in trees. Following International Day of Forests and World Tree Day, Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in corporate stewardship and sustainability, is releasing a report detailing its long-standing partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation. Together, Mary Kay Inc. and the Arbor Day Foundation have planted over 1.2 million trees across the globe, making a measurable impact on climate change, CO2 emissions, and reforestation.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · March 22, 2022
A Thing of Beauty: Mary Kay Inc. Garners Five Top Employer Awards in Early 2022 Throughout U.S., Europe, and Malaysia
Pink collar workers around the world have spoken: Mary Kay Inc., the iconic beauty and entrepreneurship development company, has again been voted a top place to work. In the first 60 days of 2022, the brand has garnered five prestigious employer awards through Forbes and Kincentric in the United States, Europe, Czech Republic, Spain, and Malaysia. The recognition comes on the heels of several other employment honors earned throughout the past three years.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · February 15, 2022
Statement on International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2022 by Lucy Gildea, Chief Innovation Officer of Mary Kay Inc.
Below is a statement by Dr. Lucy Gildea, Chief Innovation Officer, Product and Science of Mary Kay Inc., on International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2022.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · February 11, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. Recommits to Protecting Our Coasts on World Wetland Day 2022
Oceans provide 80% of the oxygen we breathe and provide food and income for more than three billion people worldwide. On World Wetland Day, Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in corporate sustainability and eco-responsibility, has made a renewed commitment with The Nature Conservancy to preserve the precious wetlands that line—and protect—our coasts.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · February 2, 2022
Mary Kay Continues Its Commitment to Skin Science
Mary Kay Inc., one of the world’s innovative skincare companies, participated at two renowned European conferences in late 2021. At the 19th Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress, Mary Kay Inc. submitted a scientific poster on the usage and tolerability of a highly concentrated retinol formula in Asian skin. Mary Kay Inc. also partnered with the European Society’s Dermatological Research (ESDR) in sponsoring Future Leaders in Dermatology Symposium at their 50th Annual conference. At this conference, Mary Kay Inc. shared the results of a recent clinical study that demonstrated the capability of a cosmetic formulation to alleviate symptoms associated with sensitive skin.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 13, 2022
Mary Kay Inc. and the Mary Kay Ash Foundation Further Commit to the Prevention and Elimination of Global Gender-Based Violence
In recognition of the upcoming International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women kicking off the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, Mary Kay Inc. and the Mary Kay Ash Foundation today announced a renewed, joint commitment to the prevention and elimination of gender-based violence by joining the Generation Equality Action Coalition on Gender-Based Violence. The commitment—which the organizations made public during UN Women’s recent Generation Equality Forum in Paris—is just the latest step the storied beauty brand and its charitable arm have made in the interest of improving the lives of women everywhere.
By Mary Kay Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 24, 2021