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Benefit Cosmetics

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Depends on Your Department... - Anonymous employee Benefit Cosmetics Employee Review

3.0
Aug 23, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Free makeup! Monthly "mixers" at the on-site office rooftop, which also doubles as a lunchroom. Great downtown location and a somewhat fun atmosphere. People work 9-5 and no one worries about it. Good bonuses because the company is making money, but don't bank on that continuing...

Cons

Everything is pink. It becomes a little nauseating. The "fun" atmosphere that's promoted is a bit forced, if not complete denial. No one is really having that much fun. People that work extra hours are just creating stress for themselves and their teams: it's makeup, get over it. The products are good, but not high-end or even based on what's actually good for your cosmetics routine. Nothing is natural... The upper management are completely entrenched and like a bad tenured professor, they don't like new ideas or ways of doing things. Maybe it's the LVMH culture, but most of the Directors & VPs have been there for far too long and they're completely out of touch with what's new and innovative. They're reactive rather than proactive, and they certainly don't think of anything first. There's a lot of young, fresh, talent around but they aren't permitted to excel and therefore they burn out and leave. The management does not have a culture of fostering people and getting them to grow (unless you're in the Digital Department - they make things happen), but otherwise you are on your own. The higher-ups perceive growth as a threat. Forget about enlisting the HR department - they will not help you.

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Great culture and positive work environment.

Cons

San Francisco location & pay.

3.0
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Pros

Working as a freelancer for Benefit Cosmetics was a fun and rewarding experience. One of my favorite parts of the job was meeting other talented makeup artists and beauty professionals. I learned so much from them—not just about Benefit products, but about makeup techniques, artistry, skincare, and the beauty industry as a whole. It was inspiring to collaborate with people who were passionate about what they do. The role also helped me build my confidence in customer service, product education, and sales. I enjoyed connecting with clients, helping them find products that suited their needs, and seeing their excitement after trying something new. Overall, the experience allowed me to grow professionally, expand my makeup knowledge, and build relationships with talented artists that I genuinely appreciated.

Cons

As a former freelancer, I found it difficult to stay passionate about promoting Benefit Cosmetics because many of the products felt overpriced compared to other brands that offer similar or better quality at a more affordable price point. In today’s beauty market, consumers have countless options, and value matters. I also would have loved to see more diversity represented in the brand’s leadership and marketing. From my perspective, it seemed that many of the higher-level positions lacked diversity, and I didn’t always feel that the brand reflected the wide range of customers and beauty professionals it serves.

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