Task 3 Mary Kay Inc., one of the largest direct sellers of skin care and color cosmetics ( 化妆品 ) in the world, achieved another year of record results in 2003, reaching nearly $1.8 billion in wholesale sales. The company’s independent sales force exceeds 1.1 million Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultants in more than 30 markets worldwide. Mary Kay Inc. has averaged double-digit annual growth since the company’s founding in 1963 and celebrates more than 40 years of enriching women’s lives. The Mary Kay product line includes more than 200 premium products in seven categories: facial skin care, color cosmetics, nail care, body care, sun protection, fragrances and men’s skin care. To locate an Independent Beauty Consultant near you, call 1-800-Mary Kay/1-800-768-9269 or use the Consultant Locator at www.marykay.com .