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cosmetics advertising
Advertising is a form of notification or either promotion to the public regarding a product or
service offered either using mass media or print media such as newspapers, radio, television,
social media, brochures, magazines and so on. Advertising is also considered as the most
important marketing strategy because it is a method of delivering information to the public
quickly and attractively. Every day, most of us will be able to see or hear advertisements
related to cosmetic products. Some of us may be easily persuaded and influenced while others
may be skeptical of the information presented. Cosmetic products in the market are subject to
compliance with the rules and requirements set out under the Drugs and Cosmetics Control
Regulations 1984 and Guidelines for the Control of Cosmetic Products in Malaysia. Among
other things, the rules and guidelines also contain the Cosmetic Product Advertising Code
which sets out the requirements to be followed for the advertising of cosmetic products.
4. Testimonials
Testimonials or personal experience after using a cosmetic product displayed on the
advertisement must be true, authentic and refer to a reasonable period of use. Product
testimonials can only be applied if they involve the same product with the same formulation.
The company must really ensure that there is valid evidence and sufficient documents to
support the testimonials posted. Other factors that may affect the effect of the product such as
the use of other products at the same time also need to be detailed and the information needs
to be verified with complete documentation evidence.
Apart from testimonials from users, testimonials from health professionals such as doctors,
dentists and so on are also used in advertisements. Testimonials from health professionals
should not be contrary to professional ethics or any legislation set for such professionals. For
example, any advertisement involving a dentist or dental practitioner to promote any cosmetic
product for teeth or oral care is not permitted by the Malaysian Dental Council. The National
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) issued a directive in 2011 in this regard.
5. Quantitative Claims
The results of clinical trials and research published in cosmetic product advertisements should
be ensured to be true and can be proven by documents covering the method and analysis of
scientifically acceptable research results. In addition, the study conducted should be relevant
to the claims made and only claims that meet the definition of cosmetics are allowed to be
displayed in the relevant advertisements.
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5. Attitude towards Advertising
Wolf's (2004) study found that slim body shape dominated advertisements about women's
products. This is because positive social perceptions are always associated with slimming,
whereas negative social perceptions are associated with obesity.
The relationship of attitudes towards advertising
Attractive ads are able to attract the attention of anyone who watches it. Moreover at
this point most of the younger generation has their own gadgets. The widespread use of the
internet makes it easier for advertising companies to advertise their cosmetic products because
the average young generation, especially women, will spend time surfing the internet.
Cosmetic ads using famous celebrities also have a big impact on the audience. The average
follower will try to wear a product used by their favorite artist. As an example for the
followers of the country's number one singer, Datuk Siti Norhaliza, they will use the
cosmetics product produced by the singer, namely SimplySiti products so that they will look
beautiful like their idol. In contrast to users who do not focus on advertising. They will buy
cosmetic products that are thought to suit their skin only without knowing that there are new
cosmetic products on the market. In fact, they are not obsessed with cosmetic products used
by their favorite celebrities.
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Sometimes, the attitude of following the purchase & use of products. A consumer can buy a
branded product without having to prioritize it as it is the only such product available. Further
consumers also attempt to buy new brands from product categories where they have no
personal involvement. If they find the brand purchased satisfactory, they tend to develop a
good attitude towards it.