USES AND GRATIFICATIONS

RESEARCH PRODUCT 1 (EOS Lip Balm)RESEARCH PRODUCT 2 (Vogue Lip Stick)MY PRODUCT (Vaseline)
UNDERSTANDING SELFUnderstanding how lip balms can help and keep your lips moisturised, prevent your lips being dry. Understanding that anyone can wear makeup regardless of gender, sexuality, race etc. LGBTQ+ representation could allow you to accept your own identity because it is being supported by influential brands.
ENJOYMENTAllows you to try different products, getting new products from shop can be satisfying and enjoyable. You may get enjoyment from using makeup as it is a medium of self expression. The advert will include lots of colour and a representation of the pride campaign – can be enjoyable
ESCAPISMYou may have an interest in using skincare/beauty which helps you to escape from reality.Escapism from lack of self expression in real lifeBeing represented in media allows you to escape from lack of representation in reality.
KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE WORLDN/AGlobal stereotype that only women can use makeup N/A
SELF CONFIDENCE, SELF ESTEEMModel is confident in her skin. Confidence = better self esteem, keeps you happy. Implying that using product gives you confidenceModel is confident whilst wearing makeup. Makeup could mask his true lack of confidenceBeing comfortable and seeing your identity representation can bring about more self confidence and higher self esteem
STRENGTHEN CONNECTIONS WITH FAMILY AND/OR FRIENDSModel is confident meaning that she can build stronger relationships with friends. N/AN/A

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