Scentsy- A Review by Kim Catala

Provide a brief description of your company and the products?

Thanks for looking into Scentsy as a great direct selling company for you! Scentsy is a safe alternative to candles, with more than 80 scents as well as many warmers and plug ins to complement all decors and personalities!
The wax is warmed by a light bulb, which allows you to have wonderful fragrances in your home without the worry of an open flame or burning wax. In fact, the Scentsy wax isn’t any warmer than a paraffin wax treatment, so even if a child happens to touch it, the wax will not burn his/her skin.
New scents and warmers are designed and added to the catalog twice a year. You can view the complete catalog through my website.

Provide a brief company history including how long in business and how many consultants in how many countries.

The company began in 2003 and was started by two entrepeneurs, Colette Gunnell and Kara Egan. They began selling the decorative warmers at trade shows and other home shows. Orville and Heidi Thompson purchased Scentsy in 2004 and it became a party plan company. It has quickly grown to one of the most recognized direct selling companies with Scentsy fans all across the United States. Scentsy has grown at an annual rate of over 300% each year! That is pretty amazing results for such a new company.

Scentsy currently has consultants in all 50 states, and in Puerto Rico, Guam, and Canada. There are more than 55,000 consultants, but there is still a great deal of room for growth.

What is the cost to start up? What comes in the startup kit?

The start up cost is $99 plus tax and shipping, which includes everything you need to start your Scentsy business with this one investment.
Inside the kit you will find..
New Consultant Start-up Guide
80 testers (all current scents)
1 Hanging Freshener
4 Light bulbs
1 Room Spray
1 Scentsy Bar
1 Scentsy warmer
50 Catalogs
Planning Calendar
Party DVD
Recruiting DVD
Brochures
Business Cards
Invitations
Order Forms
5 Hostess Packets
Binder
Replicated website 3-month free trial and e-newsletter

Are there any additional expenses (startup, yearly renewal, website, etc)?

I would really recommend the website that Scentsy provides as part of your three month free trial. Many of my customers order right from the website, and it is so easy to use! I definitely think that the cost is worth it to build your business.

The cost is $10 a month.

How much is the commission on personal sales and downline? How often are consultants paid?

Consultants are paid on the 10th of every month, and funds are automatically deposited into a Scentsy Paycard. It is very easy to transfer funds from this card into an existing account, or use it like you would a credit card.
Commissions begin at 20% until you reach your initial $1000 in sales. Then your commissions change to 25%. If you reach $2000 in sales in a month, your commission jumps to 30%.
The commission on your downline varies depending on your rank, but the most you can receive from your downline is 9% commission.

What are some of the additional benefits/rewards consultants can earn?

Scentsy offers a Scentsational Start program that provides incentives for new recruits in their first 60 days. Scentsy also provides special incentive trips which are very achievable! Scentsy also has yearly conventions and more accessible WORLD TOURS. I attended a World Tour in Grapevine, Texas earlier in the year and learned so much valuable information.

One benefit that does not have to be earned is access to the Scentsy forum, an online discussion group that shares so many wonderful tips, selling ideas, and just great topics such as how to build your team, party ideas, and so on. I have found so many wonderful ideas on the forum.

What is your favorite thing about your company?

I just love the products! I love helping hostesses earn free products just by having friends over in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Scentsy really sells itself, and you will find that it is a product that is warmly received by all.

What is your favorite product?

My absolute favorite warmer is the new HOPE in the Spring and Summer catalog. This is a Spanish-style embossed cross warmer that is just so well made and gorgeous. The scents that I use all the time in my home are Vanilla Walnut and Honey Pear Cider. For a summer scent, I like the new Mayflower.