The Annique story
Revolutionary formulas
1971
Annique's desire to help others is evident from her first
product - the Annique Wonder Slim or as it is now known
- the Annique Lifestyle Shake formula. This product
was originally formulated by the CSIR to supplement
malnourished people's food with the essential nutrients.
Thanks to this product thousands of clients regained their
slim figures and improved their health - with Annique's
help.
1973
Annique Theron launches her first skin care products,
with the star product the Annique Revitalising Cream.
This unique product contains three revitalising serums
that repair, renew and rejuvenate the skin like no other
product. The Annique Revitalising Cream is supplemented
by other Annique products and produces unbelievable
results for all skin types across the world.
1978
The first Annique health formula is launched and heralds
the beginning of an entire range of sophisticated capsules
with unique combinations of vitamins, minerals and
enzymes.
1985 - 1995
Annique Rooibos tea is introduced. Its unrivalled taste
and quality wins over thousands of people to enjoy
Rooibos tea internationally. Testimonials about
Annique Rooibos tea are received from all
over the world.
The University of Bloemfontein completes an
independent study, which proves Annique's
discovery on the therapeutic qualities of
Rooibos, which are: anti-allergenic; anti-ageing;
anti-viral and anti-bacterial; and anti-carcinogenic.
1996
Annique launches a unique multi-level network
business opportunity. By launching the Annique
Business Opportunity we offer each person the
opportunity to find wealth, happiness and self-
fulfilment through Annique's products. The result of the
latest economic revolution is that thousands of people
are no longer sure of a future in a traditional position.
Annique offers a timeless system for thousands
of people to become financially independent and
distribute products they believe in.
1997
Annique receives two gold medals for the formulation
of the Annique Rooibos products and was the Winner
in Geneva, Switzerland of the WIPO's International
Woman Inventor of 1997.
1999
This year Annique wins the Prix d'Excellence for the
Sunblock Roll-on as the "Most Innovative Product"
from the MARIE CLAIRE magazine.
2000
Annique again wins the Prix d Excellence for
the Annique Rooibos ResQue Creme as "Most
Revolutionary Product" from MARIE CLAIRE. Annique
also launches an extended slimming test program with
880 participants across South Africa. We still receive
new success stories on a daily basis as a result of the
Annique Lifestyle Program.
2003
This is the year we rejuvenated our own appearance
with a new, glamorous look for the whole range.
Through the years the Annique image has been
very adaptable to its circumstances and the new
look proved to be very popular. After five years of
national research into the health of South African men, women, children and teenagers, Annique developed a unique
micronutrient range to supply in the individual needs of our
customers.
2004
Another year of celebration starts with Dr. Annique Theron's
75th birthday anniversary with a charity event where we donate
R100,000 to child welfare.
2005
Dr. Annique is awarded the ATKV's [Afrikaanse Taal en Kultuur
Vereniging] Icon of the Year Award.
The Annique cellulite range receives the MARIE CLAIRE highest
recommended Body Care Award. We move into our new home
office in Irene, Pretoria.
2006
Annique celebrates 35 years of existence with a special edition
Revitalising Cream. This formulation is still insurpassable in the
remarkable repair and rejuvenating results it delivers. And Dr.
Annique Theron celebrates her 77th birthday.
2009
Annique Theron turns a wonderful 80 years young!
In April, celebrating her birthday Annique launched her long
awaited autobiography - MANNA, filled with life stories,
encouragement and historical photo highlights.
Also launched - the NEW Rooibos Miracle Tissue
Oil with another unique Rooibos oil
extraction for super antioxidant
supply.