Merle Norman Cosmetics develops, manufactures and distributes its own full line of skin care, along with color cosmetic products. Based in Cabot, Ark., the firm offers a range of services under categories, such as makeup lesson, skin assessment, foundation check, facial services, gift certificates and bridal. More than 2,000 Merle Norman Cosmetic Studios based in the United States, Canada as well as Mexico sell its cosmetics. The firm operates through its own Research & Development department situated in-house.