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How A U.S. TikTok Ban Could Impact the Beauty Business


Published on 2025-01-15 13:40:58 - MSN
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  • If the U.S. TikTok ban goes into effect on Jan. 19, beauty brands and content creators may flock to Meta- and Google-owned apps, but Instagram is already beauty's top social media platform. India banned TikTok in 2020 and serves as a possible comparison for what could happen in the U.

The potential U.S. ban on TikTok, driven by national security concerns over its Chinese ownership, could significantly disrupt the beauty industry. TikTok has become a pivotal platform for beauty brands, influencers, and consumers, serving as a hub for product discovery, trendsetting, and direct sales through features like TikTok Shop. A ban would force beauty companies to pivot to other social media platforms like Instagram Reels or YouTube Shorts, which might not offer the same level of engagement or reach. This shift could lead to a decrease in visibility for new product launches, challenges in reaching younger demographics, and a potential decline in sales as the direct-to-consumer model on TikTok is disrupted. Moreover, the beauty industry would lose a valuable tool for real-time consumer feedback and trend analysis, potentially slowing down innovation and market responsiveness.

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