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IJEBD (International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Business Development)IJEBD (International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Business Development)

This study examines the impact of celebrity endorsements on purchase decisions, with brand trust as a mediating variable, in the context of the Indonesian cosmetics industry, specifically MS Glow. A quantitative research approach was applied, utilizing a sample of 400 Gen Z garment workers in Jepara district. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with Smart-PLS version 4.0, including outer model testing, inner model testing, mediation testing, and hypothesis testing. The results indicate that Celebrity Endorsement has a positive and significant influence on Brand Trust and Purchase Decision. Additionally, Brand Trust significantly influences Purchase Decision. Mediation analysis confirms that Brand Trust partially mediates the relationship between Celebrity Endorsement and Purchase Decision.

The research concludes that celebrity endorsements significantly and positively influence both brand trust and purchase decisions for MS Glow products among Gen Z factory workers in Jepara Regency.Stronger celebrity endorsements lead to increased consumer trust in the brand, ultimately boosting purchase likelihood.Consumer trust in MS Glow is built on perceptions of reliability, safety, consistent quality, and the brands ability to meet expectations.

Future research could investigate the role of different types of celebrity endorsements (e.g., micro-influencers versus macro-celebrities) on Gen Z consumers purchasing behavior, considering the varying levels of authenticity and relatability they offer. Furthermore, exploring the moderating effects of cultural values and individual differences (such as brand loyalty or skepticism towards advertising) could provide a more nuanced understanding of the relationship between celebrity endorsements and purchase decisions. Finally, a longitudinal study tracking the long-term impact of celebrity endorsements on brand equity and consumer loyalty would be valuable, as short-term effects may not accurately reflect the sustained influence of these marketing strategies. These studies should involve a larger and more diverse sample to improve the generalizability of the findings and provide more comprehensive insights into the effectiveness of celebrity endorsements in the Indonesian cosmetics market.

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