ACCOUNTING POLICIES

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2022

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

ACCOUNTING POLICIES

ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of Presentation

We prepare our unaudited interim Consolidated Financial Statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP"). We consistently applied the accounting policies described in our 2021 Annual Report on Form 10-K ("2021 Form 10-K") in preparing these unaudited interim Consolidated Financial Statements, other than those impacted by new accounting standards as described below. On January 3, 2020, we completed the Agreement and Plan of Mergers with Natura Cosméticos S.A., a Brazilian corporation (sociedade anônima) ("Natura Cosméticos"), Natura &Co Holding S.A., a Brazilian corporation (sociedade anônima) ("Natura &Co Holding") or ("Natura &Co), and two subsidiaries of Natura &Co Holding pursuant to which, in a series of transactions (the "Transaction"). Upon the consummation of the Transaction, the Company became a wholly owned subsidiary of Natura &Co Holding; and Avon's common stock ceased to be traded on the NYSE. The Company files these unaudited interim Consolidated Financial Statements with the SEC as a voluntary filer to comply with the terms of certain debt instruments. For additional information, see Note 17, Agreement and Plan of Mergers with Natura Cosméticos contained in our 2021 Form 10-K.

In our opinion, the unaudited interim Consolidated Financial Statements reflect all adjustments of a normal recurring nature that are necessary for a fair statement of the results for the interim periods presented. Results for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of results for a full year. You should read these unaudited interim Consolidated Financial Statements in conjunction with our Consolidated Financial Statements contained in our 2021 Form 10-K. When used in this report, the terms "Avon," "Company," "we" or "us" mean Avon Products, Inc.

For interim Consolidated Financial Statements purposes, we generally provide for accruals under our various employee benefit plans for each quarter based on one quarter of the estimated annual expense, and adjust these accruals as estimates are refined. In addition, our income tax provision is determined using an estimate of our consolidated annual effective tax rate, adjusted in the current period for discrete income tax items including:

•the effects of significant, unusual or extraordinary pretax and income tax items, if any;

•the impact of changes in tax legislation, if any;

•withholding taxes recognized associated with cash repatriations; and

•the impact of loss-making subsidiaries for which we cannot recognize an income tax benefit and subsidiaries for which an effective tax rate cannot be reliably estimated.

COVID-19, Russia-Ukraine war and ongoing concern

In 2021 and the first quarter of 2022, the economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in inflationary pressures on the cost of certain raw materials used in the production of essential items due to the increased demand for these inputs worldwide. These inflationary pressures have been compounded by the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, and by disruptions in global supply chains and climate events that hit electricity generation globally, among other events. Moreover, novel strains and variants of COVID-19 emerged in 2021 against which existing vaccines and acquired immunity may not be effective, and the rollout of vaccination programs worldwide have compromised the ability of certain countries to effectively contain the spread and the toll of the virus. While some restrictions have been lifted in the markets in which we operate, they may be reimplemented if the contagion does not subside, suppressing economic activity.

As a result, we continue to closely monitor the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic in the markets in which we operate, especially with regard to restrictive measures adopted by these jurisdictions. We continuously analyze the situation and act to minimize impacts on the operations and on the equity and financial position of the Company, with the objective of implementing appropriate measures, ensuring the continuity of operations, hedge cash, improve liquidity and promote the health and safety of all.

In view of this scenario, we review the recoverability expectations of our financial and non-financial assets in the preparation of these financial statements, considering the most recent information available and reflected in the Company’s business plans. In addition, we also consider possible effects on the financial statements including revenues and the continued transition to the digital environment, allowances for doubtful accounts receivable, impairment of non-financial assets, leases, liquidity and capital resources and going concern.

As of the date of this report, we are unable to estimate the long-term economic impact arising from efforts to curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus and the expected reduction in activity on our business, results of operations and financial condition. We will continue to review our revenue, investments, expenses and cash outflows, as well as adjusting our relationships with suppliers. Furthermore, the actions outlined above are continuously being re-evaluated in light of global developments relating to COVID-19.

See also “Item 1A. Risk Factors—The COVID-19 pandemic is adversely affecting, and is expected to continue to adversely affect, our operations, manufacturing, supply chains and distribution systems, and we have experienced and expect to continue to experience unpredictable negative effects associated with the pandemic" included in Item 1A of our 2021 Annual Report.

Going Concern

Considering the uncertain nature of any possible future COVID-19 impacts which are beyond the Company’s control and the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, we expect some negative impact on revenue in 2022, which will, in turn, result in lower cash generation from activities. If the downturn is deeper or for longer than we anticipate, the Company could take certain further actions to ease the pressure of certain cash outflows, such as reducing discretionary expenditure, selling non-core assets, accessing government pandemic initiatives or arranging borrowing facilities with third-party banks and affiliate companies.

The Company has received an irrevocable commitment from Natura &Co Holding that it will provide sufficient financial support if and when needed to enable the Company to meet its obligations as they come due in the normal course of business for a period of not less than 12 months from the date issuance of the Consolidated Financial Statements. This includes the obligations related to the $462 5.00% Notes, which are due to be repaid in March 2023, and the amount of $209 outstanding under the Natura &Co Loan due to be repaid in November 2022.

Accounting Standards Implemented

ASU 2021-08, Business Combinations (Topic 805)

In October 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2021-08, Business Combinations (Topic 805): Accounting for Contract Assets and Contract Liabilities from Contracts with Customers, which requires entities to apply Topic 606 to recognize and measure contract assets and contract liabilities in a business combination. ASU 2021-08 will be effective for our fiscal year beginning after December 15, 2022. The adoption is not expected to have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.