Arbonne International Lays off 95

  • Economic woes experienced across the country have reached Greenwood.

    Arbonne International, LLC announced Wednesday that it has laid off 95 employees at its distribution facility in the Precedent South Business Center.

    The Irvine-Calif.-based company, which manufactures and distributes Swiss-formulated skin care, makeup and nutritional products, also announced it will reduce shifts from two to one. The bulk of the layoffs -- 49 -- were warehouse associates.

    Laid-off employees will receive benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, through Feb. 28.