The Devil Wears Prada - Two....(I agree with former post from June 4th 2014)!!!!!! - Anonymous employee L'Oréal Employee Review

1.0
Sep 30, 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Free products monthly for the little people. Yearly allowance for the *untouchables Great products Great to have on your resume

Cons

Unless you are French, handpicked by " a friend of an HR employee”, referred by a person who is a friend with HR or you’ve been picked by “HR” to be in the “Management Training Program “ (AKA “We can mold you into what we want”, and do not mind being a puppet)You will not matter!!!!! *There seems to be secret unwritten rule that if you are an AVP or above (possibly a Director…depending if you’re a “ friend of HR”) you’ll never be fired from the company . You are an…. “untouchable”… REGARDLESS of any of the following: Indiscretions, Obvious preferential treatment or favoritism, Taking no responsibility for mistakes made , only passing them off as other’s mistakes Not providing direct reports with proper or sufficient direction on projects, (which if given proper direction the above-mentioned point may not occur) Lack of people skills, which is reminiscent of the Devil Wear’s Prada Horrible time management skills, yet never an issue…. Direct reports work there as* off and have the “boss” taking all the praise and credit Long hours with ZERO appreciation If you have a voice, an opinion or a backbone....You will not be taken care off.

Explore other reviews about L'Oréal

5.0
Jul 16, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

very great enviroment to work

Cons

great company culture to stay

2.0
Jul 24, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits, glamorous leadership, investment in AI and tech, available career pathing (if you live in the right location) and great access to trainings and development.

Cons

Culture has shifted and is ambiguous. There has been a very clear re-prioritization of NYC focused career pathing while if you live in another location, you are expected to re-locate (with little financial help or cost of living adjustments), or be stagnant in your career pathing. There used to be more distinct opportunities outside of Manhattan or New Jersey sites. It’s New York metro or no where which contradicts how the brands need to react because the United States is a huge country that needs various POVs. Internally, leaders are not as transparent about organizational aspirations. Additionally, a company that used to compensate well has halted on that trajectory and becoming less competitive.

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All