Appreciate the feedback, thanks for dropping by! Native to Australia and Malaysia, melaleuca was introduced into Florida in 1906 as a potential commercial timber and later extensively sold as a landscape ornamental tree and windbreak. Part of the thing that makes Melaleuca interesting is that their products cover all household item ranges at one stop so you wont have to think of which brand suit what and all that but one thing that really bothers me to find the answer to is that, Is Melaleuca really all natural? Thanks so much for the kind words, appreciate it! The worst thing about them is like Melaleuca here, where the products are sub-par. we just share it with friends and family ! If youre in it for the products and not the MLM, then it wouldnt be all that bad. It always seemed like they targeted old ladies in their marketing. I dont think that they are a bad company, I am just not a fan of MLMs. What an informative article! She tried to invite me onto some secret Facebook Melaleuca site, and I found that my Facebook feed was filled with posts about how awesome the product is, how inexpensive, etc. But dont worry, there are much better things at more reasonable prices elsewhere. Some 63,000sq.km - about 5 per cent of Australia's forested area - are still covered by melaleucas, making it our third-most dominant forest type after eucalypts, which cover about 74 per cent, and wattles. Plants sourced with higher percentage of linalool may be why it is commonly referred to as the "kid friendly lavender tea tree." They deserve better wouldnt you agree? Keep up the good work! its a messed up concept wouldnt you agree? This is ridiculous. My goal is to continue sharing these amazing products that are very effective and also save me money. who has an interest in MLM business? Weird, because for part 1 and 2 they announced the release times three days prior. Melaleuca has that right, and if people are going to shop there, they choose to be uninformed. Malaleuca is not a company I had heard about before, but Im glad it has been exposed. If they are using their products/service as a mask, then that particular company is most definitely scamming you into trying to make you get in just because of the money they get out of network marketing. Do yourself a favor and please just dont bother with this garbage. The compensation plan itself is pretty confusing isnt it? Why I left Melaleuca. A very interesting read, thank you. What craziness Also, Im glad that you pointed to Wealthy Affiliate. I know right Marla, unless youre of higher rank and use that often, auto-shipping is totally unnecessary. MLMs are nothing but scams designed to keep fooling people. Thanks for dropping by, hope you have a great Thursday! Im glad that you see my point of view TBonki, its sad to see how animals are abused just to satisfy human cravings. I have been a customer for 4 months. I came across WA through an MLM program which I came across 2 years ago. etc. There are many more of those all over the world Grant, and they are popping out everywhere like mushrooms. Just stay away from it. And apart from that, if they are forcing to keep you once you join them just to benefit from you, then clearly it is a total scam! and as for product selling, people can sell just about any products out there today when they have the right words to entice people. Safe if a little one would swallow it. You have done a very thorough review of this company, so thank you . Do you have a review about company called Plexus?would love to read it as well since IIve been approached about there products as well.thanks doing awesome job at research I will check out your company please send me any info about plexus thank you, Youre most welcome Cindy, I try to be as detailed as possible when writing my reviews because I do not want many other innocent people getting duped like how I was. Melaleuca is an MLM company that sells nutritional, cosmetic, and personal care products. Appreciate the feedback, hope you have a great Monday! You will not find product prices listed on their website, and representatives are not allowed to talk about the opportunity publicly or even reference Melaleuca by name on their social media accounts! Youll get 7% monthly commissions for the first 150 points purchased by your downline. At the moment Im researching NuSkin and now Melaleuca Wellness which is how I ended up here on your review. In this situation, it really depends on the person who introduced and promotes the Melaleuca's products to you. I especially enjoyed your detailed reviews (good & bad) on many of the MLM companies. And heres another.. 2. Very hard to cancel your membership once you give your card, they will keep deducting money even when youve already quit. I absolutely find it irritating when they show me a list of the products. Quick Summary: Melaleuca is one of the veterans in the MLM industry. I understand it says on their membership we are not supposed to sell products on Ebay or online but I did list a few. I have used melaleuca products before, I used to use their tea tree oil face wash when I was a teenager and it worked well. So Melaleuca is nicely saying that they WON'T post reviews they don't like. There are so many people looking to make extra money so its no surprise that this company is drawing people in. You can't expect a pyramid scheme to last that long! Melaleuca is 30 years of past experience. but I think if you prefer to meet people face to face like me, I think doing melaleuca is better for me. Their independent business representatives attitudes give the company a bad name. Thanks again for the warning. This information is so valuable. Scam you out of your money Keep up the good work! I love Pissed Consumer more though because there are loads more reviews written by consumers in a more detailed way and instead of the website itself calculating and grading an organization, consumers can do a better job here as they can report the amount of money they lost and people can communicate with each other through the comments section. Melaleuca was founded all the way back in 1985 by Frank VanderSloot, who today at 70 remains CEO of the company. I am sure this report and many of your valuable contents in your website will serve as a beacon for those potential victims in the ocean of online marketing where sharks are rampant. In this article, I'll share my expertise in the MLM industry and provide my Melaleuca Review. Believe me when I say that it feels great to be in control of your own life Your decisions, your ideas and how you want to grow your business depends on how much effort you want to put in. Then the compensation plan, the very reason why people are enticed to join, was poorly written that its bad for business basically. Its scary online if you dont really know where to search, nowadays and if you are not careful you can get really easily scammed. Scientifically, Melaleuca is the genus name, as well as one of the group's common names. Thanks for the advice. Melaleuca is NOT an MLM! Melaleuca has stayed in business for more than 30 years. If you work for a corporation you are in a pyramid. Their independent business representatives attitudes give the company a bad name. MLM companies revel at their compensation plans because thats their strongest point actually. Right up front you set the tone for the rest of the review but not so much as to drive me away. If youre selling other peoples products, youre basically working as a salesmen for them and those products should be given to you by the company you work for. Thats it! Hey Riaz, thank you very much for this in depth review. Id been a member of Amway in the past, which Im still not sure whether its an MLM company or not, but it was quite similar that recruiting was the main focus, and not so much the products. You dont have to worry about meeting people and trying to persuade them to join you, you dont need to buy products monthly in order to maintain your membership, and you definitely wont need to hard-sell because everything is done online. The interesting thing is that Melaleuca does not claim to be a mlm company. There are of course the few that make lots of money but they really are the exception rather than the rule. When I write reviews, I usually choose a company to research based on complaints that I keep hearing from the news but today, this review is based on a request from one of my readers, Luis who wanted to know more about Melaleuca. Its weird because almost every MLM review that I see online are scams (well thats according to the author). I too fell for that scheme and didnt want to go to college. Like every MLM company out there, Melaleuca too has focused on products of their own which they produced and are available today online though their main niche is hard to put a finger on to because it covers home products and wellness but their products are actually pretty numerous as you can fit a whole store with them. Riaz, The rest of the cons do this company no favours because all I see is lies, manipulations, and frankly just sketchy practises like deducting money after you have left. Cruelty to animals Totally agree with you on that one Robert, good service or products sell themselves and when you pull your focus into recruiting more than giving the best that you have to offer just for the sake of money, then its definitely not a good company to be in for the long run. Compensation plan is extremely long and hard to understand. Melaleucas products are controversial but theyve stood through the changes of time for a reason and part of it may be that the people back then might not care much about the details and intricacies of how a particular product comes to be as compared to now which, as weve seen, is on a whole different level. It truly is terrible what some companies will do to innocent people trying to earn an income. This is a brilliant post! Furthermore I am very glad to see there are some reputable companies like Wealthy Affiliate who are willing to give real help. Melaleuca has announced a 9.2% increase in annual revenues over last year. Cheers! Hi, thanks for this eye oppener, there are a lot of scamers right now, and I people fall in these schemes even when they are warned beforehand, I definitely agree, there are much better options out there to start your own online business in either selling your own products or being an affiliate of ones that you believe in. Thats Not the way an MLM works! The fact that Melaleuca has so many products, proofs that the company is continually growing, however, at the same time, it feels overwhelming for consumers as they may not know which products are most suitable for them. Melaleuca is a legit company that operates legally. Melaleuca has amazing shower and toilet bowl cleaners. Members manipulate people into joining through network marketing rather than focusing on the product. I earned already 25 000 $ over 11 month!!! Schizoids love the idea of asymetrical information. The answer to that is definitely yes because according to PETA, Melaleuca signed a statement of assurance that they will never test on animals for the gain of the company. I am not hosting parties. Therefore I have to say thank goodness I never joined and now I know that I shouldnt. In 1991, Michigan regulators sent a cease-and-desist order to Melaleuca, claiming that the company violated the state's anti-pyramid scheme laws. In the end I made very little money and not at all a millionaire. Do real research. Better check out my #1 recommended program here instead! Youre not alone. Tired of MLMs and Their Ridiculous Pyramid Ladders? re: Why always so secretive about 'cause of death?'. and that speaks directly to the strength of the product line. I think we still need to think twice before getting products at a cheaper price somehow. Before I found Wealthy Affiliate, I joined an online franchising business with MLM scheme included in the business model which I am very comfortable with. I recommend it for people who are just getting into internet marketing and for people like me who have experience but needed the platform and further teaching in the subject. Experts on cults call those who have crossed that line "financial cults." No god or guru required. Totally relate to you man, appreciate the feedback! Appreciate the comment, hope you have a great Wednesday! The fact is the vast of majority of people who join MLMs never make up any money, and they give up in the first year. I hope more people become wise to the MLM design and understand how to spot these phoney businesses from a mile away. Unique form of MLM where home and wellness are used as products. . If you found this site through an online search, or you don't remember who referred you, call 1-800-522-3172 or email us for more information. I would rather buy from a direct to consumer company. Ive experienced that firsthand with my brother-in-law trying to push me into an MLM too and I gotta say, its really a bad move for them to do that Breaks family ties. I liked your screenshots of customer reviews, theres no arguing against solid evidence. Youre almost cant sign out once registered as their member/downline and you will be forced to buy their product regularly. One thing that I like about Melaleuca is that they are in a way transparent in showing how much their members earn as you can find their income statementon their website. To be honest, I find myself looking into MLMs almost every day (even the ones that say they arent). They never tell it but you can see the nature of how they work when youve already joined am I right? I just today quit marketing for the company. Maybe it is human nature and all the this they promise, work can not be avoided , I see a lot of place where it is offer a get rich over night secret. Hi Riaz, thank you for writing a comprehensive review of Melaleuca. Needlessly expensive I appreciate you putting the word out about this company. I think you are right that Wealthy Affiliate is the way to go and that Wealthy Affiliate is by far the best choiceto help people achieve their goals. One reason I understand that a company will rank well with the BBB is that they actually pay for their A rating. I am not a huge fan of MLMs, I think that their products are overpriced. They have a few cleaners that I have not been able to replace. Keep up the awesome job, Riaz. It has helped me to market my MLM successfully and cheaply. Im sure your do very well! You hav. Thanks for highlighting Malaleuca and I hope it helps people to make better business decisions before signing up. Hope I answered the question right! My problem is the fact that they arent focusing on the products. Melaleuca suffers in the end from poor leadership and strategyno one has the time for that sort of deception and chicanery. Ive read through your explanation of the comp plan twice now and Im having trouble getting my head around it (obviously not your fault). Melaleuca laundry products are 9x concentrated and capable of washing 96 loads of laundry with one small bottle. Im definitely not going to support a company that tests their products on animalsshame on them! Melaleuca oils aren't as concentrated. In the bathroom, toilets can be culprits with 295 germs per square inch on the average toilet seat, but they're far from the seediest. Dont let people steal your dream! Personally I started earning since my first month withou any experience. The company has been around since 1985. If you were to so much as to smile and ask about them, theyll start targeting you for promotions and start inviting you to their home parties, some might even contact you personally to try their luck at making you their downline. I have got to write shorter reviews. Hi Riaz. Melaleuca is a very secretive organization. The first is the kind of secret that someone trusted you to keep. I wrote and published an e-book regarding MLM & the Law that includes a great deal of research. My 3rd check was $200. You really seemed to do your homework on Melaleuca Wellness. I love Cosway and I shop there often mostly because theyre so near to where Ilive and even after years of frequenting there, I always turn down their mlm offer because that would ruin the whole experience for me which wouldnt be pleasant. However one thing I find disturbing is the fact that most of their members (About 86.7%) actually only earn an average of $2,111 a year, which is about $84 a month! I appreciate so much that you have mentioned the 7 Red Flags to educate your readers on things to be cautious about when considering to join any MLM for that matter. Its great that they have a variety of items as it tends to have a wider capture and it would be a change pace to see more products from Melaleuca in my opinion though some might argue that it may be a bit too wide of a range for a niche company as even supermarkets are having a hard time trying to create products of their own brand in multiple niches. Alan. Your email address will not be published. This is a great sign of how good their products are. Appreciate your feedback, hope you have a great weekend! When youre in a corporation, there is a career pathway in which you can grow and slowly become a manager or CEO yourself. We live in an era where the internet can make or break your business so its a valuable skill every entrepreneur should not miss out on. Since I have been a member I have received checks for sharing the products. Besides, it's been there for more than 30 years. Melaleuca claims that the products are safe, eco-friendly, effective and affordable. Write them down below and Id be more than happy to reply! Appreciate the kind feedback, thanks for dropping by! We have a term for that though Derek, over here they refer to them as power leaders because basically the pioneers find them to help with the recruitment. I actually was involved with this company years agoand in fact still have a shelf full of cleaning products. Have you informed your bank about it? Im sure a lot of questions might have run through your head, one in particular I just know that youre dying to find out is, does Melaleuca test on animals? These are the kinds of things that you're not supposed to tell anyone else about. As you said, other models like affiliate marketing can prove much more powerful and ethical, when you dont have a product to sell. Of course there are legitimate MLMs with great products and the system alone doesnt make it a scam. It sounded good at first but I can safely say that youve now put me off the idea lol. I was approached about joining this a few months ago but the alarm bells of Amway was ringing so I had to decline. Affiliate marketing is a flourishing industry and will hit $6.8B by the end of 2021. I do see the appeal to companies like this because they claim to be an easy way to make a living from your home without any experience. I havent heard of QNET yet, its actually pretty new and from what I can tell, its an obvious MLM company trying to grow through sports and by using football players as their ambassadors. One wrong step and the public gets exaggerated which pressures the company to tread carefully if they were to thrive back to their former glory. Appreciate your feedback Chris, cheers! Thanks Alan, it took me a month to do all these research. . Of course I dont like the fact that they test on animals but Im also put off by the fact that they force you to buy products every month in order to remain a member. I appreciate you have mentioned Wealthy affiliate which is wonderful affiliate program. 30 years of sustainability is a very strong point of Melaleuca . Typical of multi-level marketing companies, there are many "levels" of selling . Melaleuca is native to Australia, New Caledonia, and Papua New Guinea and was imported into Florida in the late 19th century. Investing in a home security system is of the most important decisions you can make to protect the safety and wellbeing of your family. Trust me, Ive been in many MLM firms to experience this myself but I have to admit, I was a bit surprised to see that quitting Melaleuca is so huge of a problem that even Wiki How posted the steps to cancel a Melaleuca account. How this company is allowed to function is beyond me. Why is Melaleuca so secretive? Great website, great content! I am grateful to have stumbled across your article because I was having a debate with myself about this company. Melaleuca cleaners are 12x concentrated. Thanks Brenna, appreciate you sharing your feedback. Just read the comp plan- Hi, I find similar companies have a legitimate multiple product structure warehouse or storefront. Thanks again, Awesome to hearthat were on the same page. Ive also wondered why companies with hundreds of complaints still have A+ ratings? Their attitudes toward customers give the company a negative reputation. I called my bank which happens to be Melaleuca's bank i.e., Wells Fargo, and filed a formal complaint. If you only have to spend $50 a month in quality, usable product, that would be fine, but otherwise it would obviously be a major rip-off. 4. Kipps. Melaleuca's dental products are not the greatest. One of my cousins in the USA, a physical therapist, is involved in Melaleucas MLM. 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