Does Bluemercury pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Bluemercury employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Bluemercury. This rating has decreased by 17% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Bluemercury?

47% of Bluemercury employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Bluemercury 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 2.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Bluemercury?

Sales Associate (97) , Store Manager (69) , Beauty Advisor (39) , Beauty Expert (23) , Sales Associate/Makeup Artist (18) , Manager (16) , Esthetician (13) , Retail Sales Associate (11) , Makeup Artist (9) , Sales (8) , Licensed Esthetician (7) , Sales Representative (7) , Beauty Consultant (4) , Marketing (4) , Assistant Manager (3)

What are the pros of working at Bluemercury according to real employee reviews?

"Good discount and great coworkers" ((in 23 reviews)); "Great for people who have a lot of makeup knowledge and love to recommend products!" ((in 14 reviews)); "makeup and the team was great" ((in 12 reviews)); "Good product trainings, which foster confidence in sales while recommending to clients" ((in 8 reviews)); "Great working environment" ((in 5 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Bluemercury according to real employee reviews?

"Chronic turnover because pay is low." ((in 45 reviews)); "Abusive upper management." ((in 40 reviews)); "Store managers have set schedules with Sunday’s and Wednesday’s off." ((in 36 reviews)); "Overall the benefits are horrible." ((in 19 reviews)); "District managers are overworked and have too many stores and not enough assistants to help them." ((in 17 reviews))

What are employees saying about Bluemercury layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Bluemercury layoffs and their outlook for job security at Bluemercury in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Bluemercury locations?

Washington , New York , Los Angeles , Chicago , Philadelphia , Atlanta , Boston , Jersey City , Long Island City , San Diego , Dedham , San Francisco , Ardmore , Montclair , Shrewsbury , Austin , San Jose , Stamford , Bethesda , Charleston , Newark , Naperville , Virginia Beach , East Hampton , Rye , Madison , Raleigh , Dallas , Houston , Santa Monica

Bluemercury reviews

2.7

47% would recommend to a friend

(541 total reviews)

Maly Bernstein

37% approve of CEO

34% positive business outlook

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Bluemercury has an employee rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars, based on 541 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Bluemercury employee rating is 24% below average for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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541 reviews

5.0

Apr 18, 2017

Friendly upper management, excellent business hours, and knowledgeable staff throughout the company.

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Pros

Excellent work/life balance and the growth opportunities from within are just a few of the reasons I love working for bluemercury. I was given the opportunity to manage one of our luxurious location and was quickly promoted from within. I love the skincare and makeup industry and after years of working for many different companies, I have finally found one that I can call home.

Cons

I haven't personally experienced any cons but as a company employees need to understand that we are all here to help each other out with any concerns from within.

5.0

Apr 18, 2017

Small business feel with Corporate backing

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Pros

Competitive wages Fun and exciting atmosphere Lots of opportunity for growth Innovative lines Small business feel with corporate backing Opportunity to sell trendy and high end products and spa services

Cons

I've been with the company since it was only 12 doors. My training happened as I went along. With over 50 non company brands, we are not always given the trainings necessary by a lot of these vendors. associates need to be proactive in keeping up with product knowledge and sales techniques. I know that the company is currently investing time and money in revamping all training programs to streamline this process.

5.0

Apr 18, 2017

Ever growing, fast paced ,lots to learn !

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Pros

I get to work with the hottest ,newest makeup and skincare brands . Very low staff turnover ,high percent of promotion from within ,supports people and promotes growth from within.

Cons

Learning as we're growing might not be right for someone not willing to grow with the company .

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Friendly upper management, excellent business hours, and knowledgeable staff throughout the company.

Small business feel with Corporate backing

Ever growing, fast paced ,lots to learn !

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