Segment Information (Revenue by Product Category) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended				9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012		Sep. 30, 2011		Sep. 30, 2012		Sep. 30, 2011
Net sales	$ 2,509.4		$ 2,706.7		$ 7,590.4		$ 8,114.1
Other Revenue, Net	41.5	[1]	55.7	[1]	127.6	[1]	133.8	[1]
Revenues	2,550.9		2,762.4		7,718.0		8,247.9
Beauty [Member]
Net sales	1,820.4	[2]	2,006.8	[2]	5,533.5	[2]	5,920.9	[2]
Fashion [Member]
Net sales	443.7	[3]	454.6	[3]	1,353.4	[3]	1,453.7	[3]
Home [Member]
Net sales	$ 245.3	[4]	$ 245.3	[4]	$ 703.5	[4]	$ 739.5	[4]

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

[2] Beauty includes color cosmetics, fragrances, skincare 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, children's products and nutritional products.