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Graphic design
fromAxios
4 hours ago

"Digital fantasy"; AI hair, makeup put perfection further out of reach

AI-generated content creates unrealistic beauty standards and challenges for artists in the beauty industry.
#social-media
Media industry
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

SaySo is a new short-form video app that aims to restore users' trust in news | TechCrunch

SaySo is a new app that curates news from vetted creators to combat misinformation and enhance user trust.
fromEngadget
3 days ago
Mental health

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Verdict on Social Media Addiction

Recent verdicts against Meta and YouTube indicate social media harm is linked to platform design, particularly affecting adolescents' mental health.
Digital life
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

Shocking: Parents think their teens spend too much time on TikTok, a new study reveals

Parents are more concerned about teens' TikTok usage than teens themselves, with 44% of parents worried compared to 28% of teens.
Media industry
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

SaySo is a new short-form video app that aims to restore users' trust in news | TechCrunch

SaySo is a new app that curates news from vetted creators to combat misinformation and enhance user trust.
Mental health
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Most teens report social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat do not harm their mental health, but some experience negative effects on sleep and productivity.
Film
fromKotaku
6 days ago

New Faces of Death A Fun Stab At Grisly State Of Social Media

The proliferation of graphic content online, especially among children, highlights the disturbing impact of social media on society.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Verdict on Social Media Addiction

Recent verdicts against Meta and YouTube indicate social media harm is linked to platform design, particularly affecting adolescents' mental health.
Digital life
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

Shocking: Parents think their teens spend too much time on TikTok, a new study reveals

Parents are more concerned about teens' TikTok usage than teens themselves, with 44% of parents worried compared to 28% of teens.
SF LGBT
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Influencers Normalizing Not Having Sex

Abstinence from sex is rising among both genders, with young women experiencing a significant increase in celibacy.
#friendship
fromBustle
19 hours ago
Social media marketing

Inject Whimsy Into Your Friendships With The "First Follower Theory"

Social media marketing
fromBustle
19 hours ago

Inject Whimsy Into Your Friendships With The "First Follower Theory"

An audacious friend is essential for embracing whimsical ideas and creating exciting, supportive friendships.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

My friend keeps sending me unsettling social media videos. How do I tell her to stop? | Leading questions

Friendship dynamics can shift when communication preferences are not respected, leading to feelings of disconnect.
#beauty-industry
Marketing
fromVogue
1 day ago

Where Should Your Beauty Brand Be After 10 Years?

The beauty industry faces challenges as the original direct-to-consumer model becomes less viable due to rising costs and changing retail dynamics.
Marketing
fromMiami Herald
2 days ago

Why authenticity matters more than celebrity in beauty branding

Transparency and consistency are now essential for beauty brands to build consumer loyalty.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
19 hours ago

Selena Gomez's Viral Smoky Eye Just Made Sexy Makeup Cool Again

Selena Gomez's recent smoky eye look sparked a conversation about the evolving trends in makeup, highlighting a shift from enhancement to transformation.
Digital life
fromBustle
19 hours ago

You Can Pry This Cheugy Millennial Habit From My Cold, Dead Hands

Millennials prefer making big purchases on larger screens due to trust issues with mobile devices.
Cocktails
fromBustle
3 days ago

TikTok's "Aperol Spritz" Nails Are Buzzing For Summer

Aperol spritz nails are a trendy manicure style featuring bright orange-toned red shades, perfect for spring and summer.
Exercise
fromBustle
1 day ago

"Pinky Time" Is The Wellness Hack You Can Do From The Couch

A viral pinky exercise on TikTok claims to promote brain health and slow cognitive decline.
#qvc
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

QVC prepares for bankruptcy protection in the era of influencers, TikTok and Temu

QVC Group plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid declining sales and changing consumer habits.
Marketing
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Why TikTok is so important to QVC's survival | Fortune

QVC Group partnered with TikTok to adapt to changing consumer habits and revive its business through nonstop live shopping streams.
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

QVC prepares for bankruptcy protection in the era of influencers, TikTok and Temu

QVC Group plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid declining sales and changing consumer habits.
Marketing
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Why TikTok is so important to QVC's survival | Fortune

QVC Group partnered with TikTok to adapt to changing consumer habits and revive its business through nonstop live shopping streams.
#youtube
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

As looksmaxxing rises, its biggest influencer lands in the hospital

Peters later wrote on X that the experience was 'brutal,' sharing that he had been using substances as a way to cope in social settings but acknowledged it was 'not a real solution.'
NYC LGBT
#gen-z
fromDeadline
3 days ago
Media industry

Former Disney & Discovery Exec Carolina Lightcap Launches ShowUp Studios To Create Gen Z Content On YouTube & TikTok

Marketing
fromMacon Telegraph
4 days ago

Generation Z marketing strategies for small businesses

Understanding Gen Z's values and preferences is crucial for small businesses to effectively market and connect with this generation.
Marketing
fromMiami Herald
4 days ago

Generation Z marketing strategies for small businesses

Understanding Gen Z's values and preferences is crucial for small businesses to effectively market and connect with this generation.
fromDeadline
3 days ago
Media industry

Former Disney & Discovery Exec Carolina Lightcap Launches ShowUp Studios To Create Gen Z Content On YouTube & TikTok

Marketing
fromMacon Telegraph
4 days ago

Generation Z marketing strategies for small businesses

Understanding Gen Z's values and preferences is crucial for small businesses to effectively market and connect with this generation.
Marketing
fromMiami Herald
4 days ago

Generation Z marketing strategies for small businesses

Understanding Gen Z's values and preferences is crucial for small businesses to effectively market and connect with this generation.
Psychology
fromBustle
4 days ago

The Viral "Chair Theory" Will Help You Find Your People

Chair theory helps identify where you belong socially by recognizing who invites you to their table and who does not.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

This TikTok vigilante is calling out what he says are obnoxious influencers and getting legal threats

Jay became a prominent influencer critic after mocking entitled influencers, helping to grow his family's snack brand on TikTok.
#tiktok
fromWWD
4 days ago
Social media marketing

Beauty Brands Are Heavily Reliant on Paid Content for TikTok Growth, Data Shows

fromMashable
2 days ago
Social media marketing

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat: Teens share which app affects sleep most

fromTheWrap
2 weeks ago
Social media marketing

TikTok Creators Will Be Able to Send Cameos to Fans Without Leaving the App

Social media marketing
fromWWD
4 days ago

Beauty Brands Are Heavily Reliant on Paid Content for TikTok Growth, Data Shows

Paid content significantly drives TikTok views growth for beauty brands, with most top brands relying heavily on sponsored content.
Social media marketing
fromMashable
2 days ago

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat: Teens share which app affects sleep most

TikTok is perceived by teens as a major distraction, negatively impacting sleep and productivity more than Instagram and Snapchat.
Social media marketing
fromTheWrap
2 weeks ago

TikTok Creators Will Be Able to Send Cameos to Fans Without Leaving the App

TikTok creators can now offer personalized Cameo videos directly within the app, enhancing fan engagement and monetization opportunities.
#influencer-marketing
Marketing
fromHer Campus
1 day ago

FOLLOWERS DON'T EQUAL SALES: WHY INFLUENCER BRANDS ARE MISSING THE MARK

Influencer marketing is losing effectiveness as consumers demand more than just a large following; they seek product differentiation and value.
fromForbes
2 months ago
Social media marketing

A Decade Of Trippin' With Tarte: Inside The Viral Brand Trip Machine

Marketing
fromHer Campus
1 day ago

FOLLOWERS DON'T EQUAL SALES: WHY INFLUENCER BRANDS ARE MISSING THE MARK

Influencer marketing is losing effectiveness as consumers demand more than just a large following; they seek product differentiation and value.
fromForbes
2 months ago
Social media marketing

A Decade Of Trippin' With Tarte: Inside The Viral Brand Trip Machine

Television
fromForbes
3 days ago

The TV And Movie Content That Drove Social Media In 2025

Younger generations prefer social media recommendations for TV and movies over traditional streaming platform suggestions.
fromBustle
3 days ago

Cardi B Reveals Why She Hasn't Been On Instagram Live Lately

My sh*t was chopped suey. There was the at-home bleaching in my early 20s, then the breakage, and finally returning to the recipes I grew up with.
Fashion & style
#mac-cosmetics
London startup
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

MAC entices staff to transform into TikTok live shopping hosts

MAC Cosmetics is enabling UK employees to earn from sales on TikTok Shop, promoting influencer-led beauty marketing through live shopping shows.
London startup
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

MAC entices staff to transform into TikTok live shopping hosts

MAC Cosmetics is enabling UK employees to earn from sales on TikTok Shop, promoting influencer-led beauty marketing through live shopping shows.
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
17 hours ago

The State Of Influencer Marketing In Gaming

The gaming industry is rapidly growing, with revenues expected to reach $503.14 billion by 2025, driven by mobile gaming and influencer marketing.
Marketing
fromDigiday
1 day ago

Future of Marketing Briefing: Why brand builders are back in fashion

CPG companies are shifting focus from performance marketers to brand builders in their hiring practices.
Media industry
fromObserver
1 day ago

Facing A.I. Slop and Shifting Algorithms, Brands Bet on Streamers to Stay Real

MrBeast exemplifies success in the creator economy, leveraging YouTube and livestreams while expanding into various media ventures.
Toronto startup
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

The beauty counter is now on your For You page as Ulta Beauty joins TikTok Shop, betting on the platform reshaping how America consumes | Fortune

Ulta Beauty launched on TikTok Shop, becoming the first specialty beauty retailer on the platform, enhancing its commerce capabilities.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
5 days ago

I Thought "Day-To-Night Makeup" Was A Grown-Up Requirement

Day-to-night makeup rituals from the early 2000s are largely absent in modern adult life, replaced by a preference for natural looks.
fromWWD
1 day ago

Kory Marchisotto Appointed President of E.l.f. Brands

E.l.f. is built to meet the moment - every moment. When I joined E.l.f. seven years ago, a board member asked for my perspective. My answer was simple: 'all I see is opportunity.' Today, after 28 consecutive quarters of growth and record market share gains, E.l.f. continues to defy conventions and lead the industry.
Marketing
Digital life
fromFortune
3 days ago

Meet the millennial and Gen Z 'attention activists' who are trying desperately to unplug from their phones | Fortune

A movement is emerging among millennials and Gen Z to reduce screen time and promote real-life interactions over digital distractions.
Relationships
fromBustle
2 weeks ago

TikTok Says Your Nails Can Reveal Whether You're The Younger Or Older Sister

Younger and older sister nail trends reflect sibling dynamics, showcasing contrasting styles in manicures on social media.
Marketing
fromDigiday
4 days ago

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
3 days ago

Why brands can't stop acting like reply guys and jumping into viral comment threads on social media

Brands are increasingly engaging in social media replies to drive interaction and remain culturally relevant.
Marketing
fromThedrum
5 days ago

Fanta goes 'Too Dark' with Halloween Snapchat-led campaign

Fanta launches a Halloween campaign targeting teens with a focus on engagement and co-creation using Snapchat and dark-themed content.
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 month ago

TikTok showcases 8 women creators for Women's History Month

TikTok said that women are shaping culture in the app by pushing boundaries, and showing the world what's possible. Its slate of chosen creators provided examples of how the platform helped to empower women within their respective fields.
Women in technology
Social media marketing
fromComplex
3 days ago

Social Media Star Ruby Reid Reveals She's Been Running Her Instagram on AI

Ruby Reid utilizes AI tools to optimize her social media management, allowing her to compete effectively in the influencer market.
Social media marketing
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Co-AI-chella! AI influencers cash in on the California music festival

AI influencers are generating significant content and revenue from events like Coachella despite not being real individuals.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
1 month ago

TikTok Says It's Time To "Put Your Shell Back On" With A Full Self-Care Reset

A 'shell day' is a dedicated self-care ritual where people complete all their beauty treatments and grooming tasks to feel refreshed and confident, inspired by hermit crabs upgrading their shells.
fromBustle
1 month ago

TikTok's "Mood Ring" Nails Are Pure '90s Nostalgia

A dark gel base creates depth, layered with a silver cat-eye polish that's magnetized so the shimmer pools toward the center like a glowing orb. On top, an iridescent chrome powder creates that signature color shift. Of course, none of these techniques are new - chrome powders and cat-eye gels have both been trending on their own recently - but paired together, they deliver a nail design that feels surprisingly fresh.
Fashion & style
Digital life
fromThe Independent
1 month ago

Gen Z turning their backs on social media except for this one app, survey finds

Gen Z uses TikTok daily but distrusts it, while increasingly abandoning other social media to pursue offline activities, fitness, hobbies, and real-world connections.
US news
fromVogue
2 months ago

What Does an Americanized TikTok Mean for Brands and Creators?

TikTok US will operate as a majority American-owned joint venture, ensuring continued availability in the US under national-security safeguards and data protections.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Cameo partners with TikTok to boost popularity | TechCrunch

Cameo videos regularly go viral on TikTok, and TikTok talent delivered its strongest year yet on Cameo in 2025, according to Cameo CEO Steven Galanis.
Social media marketing
Tech industry
fromForbes
2 months ago

Creators And Brands Sound Off On The New 'U.S. TikTok'

TikTok's transition to a majority U.S.-owned entity coincided with platform disruptions—reduced reach, missing analytics, stalled commerce, and payment issues—undermining creator and brand confidence.
E-Commerce
fromThe Business of Fashion
2 months ago

The New Beauty Discovery Journey on TikTok Shop

Discovery-led commerce on TikTok Shop compresses the purchase funnel, demanding creator-led strategies, precise product positioning, and cross-channel measurement to convert viewers into buyers.
Marketing
fromForbes
1 month ago

Influencers Are Leaving The Feed And Entering The Real World

Influencer marketing is evolving from one-off social media posts to integrated brand partnerships where creators function as core media infrastructure helping design campaigns across multiple platforms and physical spaces.
fromBustle
2 months ago

There's A Version Of "Blythe Doll Makeup" For Every Skin, Hair, & Eye Color

On TikTok, many people are pulling beauty inspo from these cute (and slightly creepy) toys, which were originally released in 1972. Blythe dolls have big eyes, pouty lips, and perfect makeup, plus really fun outfits, hairstyles, and accessories. Because there are so many versions of the doll - think a Fenty-level range of skin tones - it's said that everyone has a Blythe that looks exactly like them.
Fashion & style
fromThe Business of Fashion
1 month ago

The Social Media Trap

Instagram's new 'Shop the Look' feature and recent algorithm shifts highlight the vulnerability of social media reliance, where creators fear brand dilution from automated tags while companies like Oddity faced a massive stock drop due to the instability of rented social spaces.
Fashion & style
Fashion & style
fromWWD
1 month ago

Why It's Becoming Harder for Beauty Launches to Go - and Stay - Viral

Beauty product virality cycles are shortening, with 2025's top launches generating significantly less earned media value than 2024's, averaging $3.2 million versus $4.4 million monthly.
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
1 month ago

Four Ways Influencer Marketing on TikTok Will Evolve in 2023

Creator-led TikTok campaigns surged 300% year-over-year in 2022, with brands increasingly centering creators in marketing strategies rather than treating them as secondary promotional tools.
fromBustle
2 months ago

"Skin-Tone Hair" Is TikTok's Secret To An Effortlessly Perfect Hair Color

Skin-tone hair isn't about toning things down, per se. In fact, the switch-up can be just as dramatic as any other dye job. But instead of chasing contrast for the sake of change, it redirects that energy toward finding a color that actually works with your complexion - an individualized approach to a beauty trend that feels refreshingly rare on TikTok. The result? Hair that looks like it's made for you, even though achieving it is anything but a coincidence.
Fashion & style
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
1 month ago

How TikTok is redefining the way we search

Young people increasingly use TikTok and Instagram instead of Google to search for businesses and places, with 40% of US teens aged 18-24 preferring social platforms for restaurant discovery.
fromHer Campus
1 month ago

Is Social Media Creating Micro-Celebrities?

The rise of TikTok and YouTube has dramatically changed the lives of content creators by turning social media into a legitimate career path rather than just a hobby. These platforms allow ordinary people to build massive audiences without traditional media connections, often through algorithm-driven exposure.
Social media marketing
Social media marketing
fromWWD
1 month ago

Why Influencer Brands Are Taking Over Beauty Again

Next-generation creators are launching successful direct-to-consumer beauty brands by leveraging their social media followings and applying lessons from previous influencer brand failures.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Three current social media trends and how to make the most of them with your brand

From Gen Z and their TikTok dances to the millennial squares of IG, when we think of social media we think of the younger generations. However, 'older' audiences are also getting involved. From how to remove stains on walls and 'Things I wish I knew in my 20s' to fashion advice and rediscovering their personal style, older gens are increasingly growing their share of voice on social - seeking advice from (as well as giving advice to) the young ones.
Social media marketing
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