Shaklee Scam Reviews – Does Shaklee Have a History of Complaints?
Despite its 55+ year history, a question that I get asked all the time is, “Is Shaklee a scam?“, and smartly so. Even though it’s a very small minority of companies, you have to do your research to make sure that any company that you’re considering joining is both a legitimate business and that it offers a high quality product which you can stand behind as a business owner. Do they make the cut?
In-Depth Reviews To See if Shaklee Is Another Scam or Legit
Shaklee is a corporation based out of Pleasanton, CA which manufactures a wide variety of natural health and environmentally friendly aka “green” products ranging from high quality vitamins and supplements, cellular anti-aging, natural weight loss, personal and skin care, and biodegradable cleaning concentrates. Even though the company is the #1 natural nutrition company in the U.S. based on sales, they were also the first company in the world to be certified “Climate Neutral” (meaning they offset all their CO2 emissions and a zero net impact on the environment), which to me at least is extremely impressive. Shaklee is proof that a company can do well financially while at the same time doing good for the environment. I’m looking at you, Monsanto…
Shaklee’s History
The company was founded in 1956 by Dr. Forrest Shaklee after spending over 40 years researching vitamins and minerals and how they help promote health. At the time, taking vitamins wasn’t a common practice in the U.S., so they chose the MLM business model to market the product directly to the consumer on a one-to-one basis. Starting in the early 60′s, Shaklee started manufacturing Basic-H, a biodegradable plant-based cleaning concentrate, which has remained one of their most popular products even to this day.
In 2004, the company was purchased by billionaire investor and current CEO, Roger Barnett, who has overseen Shaklee’s current meteoric growth phase with their products being featured on The Rachael Ray Show and even as one of Oprah’s “Favorite Things”. So far, so good right?
Does Shaklee Have a History of Scamming Distributors or Customers?
In my experience with network marketing training, I’ve seen that most of the time when someone claims that a company is a scam, it’s because they were a former distributor that didn’t receive any real marketing training beyond “go talk to everyone you know”. Sure, talking about Shaklee or any other business with your friends and family is something that I recommend you do, but I don’t think a company should base its entire training program on talking to your best friend and brother-in-law. Does that make sense?
Just to be safe though, I checked into the company reviews with the Better Business Bureau to see if Shaklee has a history of “scam complaints” or anything like that, and I’m happy to say that they currently have an A+ rating.
Is Shaklee a Scam?
From my research and experience, I would say NO. Here are a few points that I’ve considered:
- Shaklee has been around for over 50 years. The real scams don’t last anywhere near that long before they’re discovered and shut down.
- They offer a real, tangible products and is even the official nutrition sponsor of the US Olympic Ski Team. Pyramid schemes, like Bernie Madoff ran, don’t actually sell a real product or service.
- Shaklee products are used by NASA and have even been endorsed by people like Rachael Ray and Oprah who have entire teams that watch out for possible scams.
- They do business in 7 countries, so it’s unlikely that they would be able to fool 7 different governments. Wouldn’t you agree?
- Shaklee has spent over $250 Million on research and development for their products. They’ve published numerous studies in peer-reviewed scientific journals which outline the effectiveness of their products.
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Shaklee Is NOT a Scam
To be fair, in order to be successful in Shaklee, or any other network marketing company for that matter, you have to learn how to market your business outside of your friends and family. This often neglected fact is, in my opinion, the major reason why many people think companies like Shaklee may be a scam. They dive into a business thinking they’re going to make millions, and when their best friend decides not to join right away, they run out of people to talk to and end up quitting a few months later.
My recommendation is to discuss how your potential Shaklee sponsor is going to help you effectively market your business (my preference is online, but there are many ways to connect with people who are actively searching to join your business) once you’ve spoken with your warm market. If they can’t give you a good answer, then you might consider using a network marketing system to build your business or even finding another sponsor who can show you how to market your Shaklee business effectively.
If this has helped you, please leave me a comment below or share with your friends!
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Brian Rakowski
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I knew about Shaklee’s history and solid reputation in the marketplace, but I did not realize their industry leadership in being carbon neutral. Excellent overview.
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Hey Carl,
Yeah, I was kind of surprised as well when I initially saw that. I knew that they’ve always talked about being green, but being certified climate neutral is extremely impressive, especially when you consider their size. Amazing!
Brian
You are right most of the companies are not worth anyones attention-Thank goodness for Shaklee
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Hi Mary,
Thanks for stopping by! There are a lot good companies out there, but I honestly believe that Shaklee is a “best in class” company. Glad you liked it!
Brian
I knew about Shaklee’s history and solid reputation in the marketplace, but I did not realize their industry leadership in being carbon neutral.
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I love Shaklee, I have been taking there vitamins for over five years. I am not a rep nor do I sell Shaklee products but I would recommend them.
Hey Anthony,
Thanks for the testimonial! I use them too and absolutely love them as well.
Thanks for stopping by!
Brian
My wife is going on her third kidney transplant. And has no energy at all due to her health. And I will be joining Shaklee and what a why will I have. My neighbor was on his death bed due to an accident and he is a shaklee director and I have seen first hand what is has done for him.
Hi Curt, I think you are making a very wise choice to put your wife on Shaklee natural supplements – they are simpy the best out there! I wish your wife a full recovery and yes – your “why” is a huge one and will carry you far!
Best of luck to you both!
Paula.
I just signed up to be a Distributor for Shaklee this afternoon. Just like with anything one must research most every product now a days to make sure that it’s a legit business, product etc. Thanks for the article.
Due to an industrial incident my lungs were damaged. I had only 62% capacity and according to Doctors at a major teaching hospital, no chance of improvement. After taking Shaklee supplements for a couple of years I am now at 98% capacity. I’ll never quit taking them and that is why I also distribute them!
Hello,
I appreciate your taking the time to post this information.
I would like to point out that some comments are less than any kind of evidence.
Oprah consistently promotes ideas and products which have little to no scientific evidence to support. So just because she is popular and on tv and has a staff working for her does not make her endorsement any more valid than anyone else.
I also think that the duration of their business is not an indicator of ensuring trust. (Amway sound familiar??)
However, you’ve made many good points and we are considering using some of these products.
Thanks!
Pete
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Glad to know that Shaklee is still around.
We used their products for everything when I was a kid. Particularly cleaning products. My aunt was a distributor as well. Wonderful products that really work.
And really, after 50+ years, if it was a scam we would know it by now.
Best wishes Shaklee distributors!
Unlikely I can get Shaklee where I live in Panama (the country), oh well.
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Hello. In 1985 Shaklee came to Great Britain. I became a Ditributor and quickly rose in the ranks. Then Shaklee left G B because it seems we were not ready for them and they sold out to Nature’s Sunshine. They were the next best thing and I have been using their products ever since. But I and my downlines often talk with nostalgia about the wonderful skin care products which did wonders for us all. At 86 I am still taken for a younger lass. Now I have joined Synegy for the joy of helping people with a wonderful product.
Thanks for the update on my long lost Company.We miss them.
Ishbel
I too am a huge supporter of the shaklee products. Having taken their health products like: vitamins, b complex and other suppliments, for nearly 25 years, I can tell you they do work. I had tried everything on the market and Shaklee was the only product to actually work. Also the cleaning products are wonderfuland work great. Thank you Shaklee for your great products!
Everybody will call one business or another a scam, regardless of whether or not the company actually is a scam. Shaklee is a good company, and I’ve heard nothing but good things from them.
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I have been taking Shaklee products for 2 years and am going to quit, I think. I have read about all the wonderful results and Company claims. I have not noticed improvements of any kind.
Hello Duane;
If you have read my story or seen my video you’ll notice I went from 62% lung capacity to 98%. But I’ll tell you that did not happen overnight it took about four years. I did not notice any change for the first three months and from then on the changes were very gradual, so please don’t quit, hang in there to give it some time. Remember if you have something wrong with you it probably didn’t happen all at once either unless it was an accident!
Avery West
Hey Brian thanks for the well written review. I’m a 2nd generation Shaklee kid, my parents started the business when I was 8 and I’m now 38. I went on the free trips with them, drove in the free cars Shaklee gave us and I’ve also earned a great income in my own business with them. And you’re right if it’s a scam how is it possible they’ve duped several governments for over 50 years… Cheers!
Actually Nutrilite is the number one vitamin supplement company in the world. Sold by Amway Global. They own the patent for multivitamin and are credited as discovering phytonutrients. And are the ONLY organic vitamin brand to grow, harvest and manufacture supplements on ther own certified organic farms. Just sayin…
My grandparents sold Shaklee for years. They traveled all over the US,and drove free cars from Shallow. My entire family still uses it. The products are Stellar! Just one example is Basic H, you can use it for anything!! From removing stains in clothing, spraying your yard, washing your veggies,and even soaking your beans(helps remove the gas) Im recently unemployed and getting ready to go back to school so thinking about maybe selling Shaklee for extra income.