Tag: Influencer

Are Wellness Influencers Spreading Misinformation?

Are Wellness Influencers Spreading Misinformation?

Social media influencers are the celebrities of the digital world, having the attention of millions of people across the world when they post online. These influencers typically have a certain topic or subject they make most of their post about, with common examples being political commentators, news reporters, and lifestyle advisors. A particular subgenre that […]

The Hidden Cost of the Lip Filler Trend 

Lip filler. Plumping gloss. Lip flip. Injectables. Everyone is obsessed with securing a lush, new pout. Lip filler has officially reached a global market value of $1.45 billion, and is expected to continue rising over the next five years. This is fueled by social media and influencer trends, promising a quick fix for your self-esteem. […]

Influencers Are Ruining Fashion

Influencers have risen to celebrity status, appearing everywhere from Super Bowl commercials to front covers of Vogue. They influence so much of the entertainment and fashion worlds with everyone wanting to know what they’re doing and what they’re wearing. And brands? They’ve taken notice.  Clothing brands know that if they get the hot, new influencer […]

Why We Can Smell When “Love Island USA” Is Faking It – And Why We Care

It’s a “Love Island USA” summer. Everybody and their moms (literally) are tuning in almost everyday to watch America’s new sweethearts find their next match. Except, this year it seems a little different. What used to be a show about America’s young, hot singles finding their next true love has become all about, well, clout. […]

Dead Crowds at Coachella are a Sign That Influencers Care More About Appearances Than The Music

Dead Crowds at Coachella are a Sign That Influencers Care More About Appearances Than The Music

Day 0 of Coachella was a bit of a mess this year for those camping thanks to the 8-hour-long waits in their cars and disorganization around who could set up where in the campsite. Regardless, people’s Twitter and TikTok threads were full of people excited to get to the campsite, set up, and experience one […]

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