A Con Man in company form - Anonymous employee Maesa Employee Review

1.0
Mar 24, 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Trauma bonds with other former Maesa survivors & talented packaging designers. You will meet, work with or interview other Maesa alum (if you continue in the beauty industry) and realize it wasn’t you. It’s systemic. You will immediately get into a one-upping battle of sharing absurd war stories and talk about how it made realize you didn’t know places existed that were this bad.

Cons

Immediate remorse when you realize it’s a bait and switch. The definition of hostile work environment. Vendor & retailer relationships ruined. I wonder just how many employees have or have attempted to file suit. I look forward to the day when the exploitation ends and I see an industry headline “former employees file class action lawsuit against Maesa”. What in the snake oil did these people pitch to Bain to trick them into investing into this tragedy of a subpar product pumper? If you’ve seen Industry on HBO, this is the beauty company version.

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5.0
Mar 25, 2025
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Pros

fast paced empowering high growth development opportunities great people

Cons

incredibly fast paced which many people thrive in, but not for someone who wants status quo or consistency in their day to day

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Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you appreciate the fast-paced, empowering environment and the opportunities for growth. We strive to foster a culture where driven individuals can thrive. We appreciate your insights and your contributions to the team!
4.0
Jun 30, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

I've been here for a few years and Like any company, there are good days and challenging days, but I think some of the recent reviews don't paint the full picture. This is a fast-paced beauty company with an entrepreneurial, startup mindset. Priorities can shift quickly, and there are definitely times when things get busy, but that's part of working in this industry. If you enjoy solving problems, wearing multiple hats, and working with smart, passionate people, you'll likely thrive here. One thing I've found is that transparency goes a long way. If you're open with your manager about your workload or need support, they're willing to help prioritize and find solutions. No workplace is perfect, but I've always felt that communication is encouraged. Because it's such a collaborative environment, you'll work with a lot of different personalities and cross-functional teams. Being adaptable, having a positive attitude, and developing a thick skin will definitely help you succeed. This probably isn't the best fit if you're looking for a slow-paced environment with highly predictable days. But if you're energized by building brands, moving quickly, and making an impact, Maesa offers a lot of opportunities to learn and grow.

Cons

Fast pace can be challenging at times, priorities can change quickly, and you'll need to be comfortable with ambiguity, but that's also what makes the work exciting.

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