Forever living products

## Forever Living Products In Rwanda
**Forever Living Products (FLP)** is a U.S.-based multi-level marketing (MLM) company founded in 1978 by Rex Maughan. The company is best known for its **aloe** **Vera–based health, wellness, and skincare products**.

**Forever Living Products** is a multi-level marketing company which was founded in 1978 in Tempe, Arizona by Rex Maughan. The company has reported a network of 9.3 million distributors and revenue of $4 billion in 2021, and in 2006 they reported having 4,100 employees.

## History
Forever Living was founded in 1978 in Tempe, Arizona by Rex Maughan. By the 1990s, Rex Maughan had purchased the Texas company Aloe Vera of America, with Aloe Vera of America selling its products to Forever Living for distribution. Some journalists have likened the multi-level marketing business model of Forever Living's distribution system to that of a pyramid scheme.

In 1983, the company was named No. 6 on *Inc. Magazine*'s annual Inc. 500 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.

Here in Rwanda Forever Living Products (FLP) was officially launched  on **Thursday, April 20, 2006**. The launch event was held at the **[https://www.trip.com/hotels/kigali-hotel-detail-48060626/novotel-umubano/ Hotel Novotel]** **[https://www.trip.com/hotels/kigali-hotel-detail-48060626/novotel-umubano/ Umubano]**  in Kigali by a regional team from Kenya and the UK

The company currently operates through a network of independent distributors known as **Forever Business Owners (FBOs)** across all provinces, including major hubs in **Kigali**, **Musanze**, and **Huye**

he launch was part of the company's expansion into East Africa, providing Rwandans with access to its range of health and beauty products, primarily based on ***'. By 2010, the company had established a significant presence in the country, though it faced some early leadership transitions. 

Today, the company continues to operate in the region through its '''Forever East Africa''' hub, which manages distribution and business opportunities for members across Rwanda. 

== '''IMPORTANCE OF ALOE VERA''' ==
First of all <u>***Aloe vera**''</u> is a succulent plant renowned for its thick, fleshy leaves containing a soothing, nutrient-rich gel primarily used to treat burns, skin conditions, and wounds. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, it serves both medicinal and cosmetic purposes, often applied topically for sunburns or consumed in products for potential digestive benefits.
**Key Uses and Benefits:**
* **Skin Health:** Widely used to treat burns, acne, psoriasis, and eczema by promoting wound healing and reducing inflammation.
* **Topical Application:** The clear, inner gel is safe to apply directly to the skin for moisturizing and healing.
* **Oral Use:** Aloe vera juice or supplements are used for, but not limited to, digestive health, including IBS and constipation.
* **Nutritional Content:** Contains over 75 active ingredients, including vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and amino acids.
**Important Safety Information:**
* **Latex Caution:** The yellow, bitter latex found just under the skin (aloin) is a potent laxative and should be used with caution.
* **Risks:** Chronic ingestion of aloe latex can cause abdominal cramps and kidney issues.
* **Pregnancy/Nursing:** Avoid oral consumption during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
* **Allergies:** Some individuals may experience allergic reactions on the skin.

== **How to Register as a Distributor** ==
You can join as a **Forever Business Owner (FBO)** through two primary methods: 

# **Online Registration:** Visit the [https://foreverliving.com/rwa/en-rw/welcome Forever Living Rwanda Join Page] and select "Sign up as a FBO". You will need:
#* Personal details (name, email, phone number).
#* A sponsor's ID (if you don't have one, the [https://foreverliving.com/rwa/en-rw/business-opportunity-faq online system] can help find one near you).
# **In-Person:** Visit the Kicukiro office to fill out a physical application form and receive immediate guidance from staff.
# **Cost:** There is typically **no fee** to simply sign up. However, to become a fully recognized FBO with the right to build a team and earn bonuses, you must achieve **2 Case Credits (CC)** of product sales/purchases within a two-month period or purchase a "Start Your Journey" Pak.


You can find these at the Kicukiro office or through the [https://foreverliving.com/rwa/en-rw/home official online shop]:

* **Drinks:** Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Berry Nectar, and Forever Freedom.
* **Personal Care:** Bright Toothgel, Aloe Lips, and Avocado Face & Body Soap.
* **Nutrition:''' Forever Arctic Sea, Absorbent-C, and Bee Propolis.