Segment Information (Revenue by Product Category) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012		Mar. 31, 2011
Net sales	$ 2,532.8		$ 2,591.5
Other Revenue, Net	42.6	[1]	37.6	[1]
Revenues	2,575.4		2,629.1
Beauty [Member]
Net sales	1,858.6	[2]	1,874.9	[2]
Fashion [Member]
Net sales	449.6	[3]	488.0	[3]
Home [Member]
Net sales	$ 224.6	[4]	$ 228.6	[4]

[1] Other revenue primarily includes shipping and handling and order processing fees billed to Representatives.

[2] Beauty includes color cosmetics, fragrances, skin care and personal care.

[3] Fashion includes jewelry, watches, apparel, footwear, accessories and children’s products.

[4] Home includes gift and decorative products, housewares, entertainment and leisure products and nutritional products.