Economics and Digital Business Review
Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026)

Consumer Digital Trust: The Influence of Online Ratings and Reviews on Purchasing Decisions for Glad2Glow Skincare Products on Shopee

Maylani Sihnap, Putri (Unknown)
Savitri, Citra (Unknown)
Pramudita Faddila , Syifa (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 May 2026

Abstract

This study aims to examine the impact of ratings and reviews on the purchase decisions of Glad2Glow skincare products through the Shopee platform by Generation Z in Karawang. The research method used in this study was a quantitative approach. The sample used in this study was 96 respondents. The data analysis used in this study was multiple linear regression analysis. The research findings revealed that ratings and reviews have a positive and meaningful influence on purchasing decisions, both individually and together. Ratings showed a stronger dominance than reviews. The coefficient of determination of 0.426 indicates that 42.6% of the variation in purchasing decisions can be explained by ratings and reviews.The conclusion shows that ratings and reviews are key elements influencing the purchasing choices of Generation Z consumers on the Shopee platform, with ratings being the factor with the greatest influence. This research offers practical benefits for skincare entrepreneurs in designing digital marketing strategies, particularly through the use of ratings and reviews to encourage purchasing decisions among Generation Z consumers.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ecotal

Publisher

Subject

Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Economics and Digital Business Review, is published by STIE Amkop Makassar in 2020, with registered number ISSN : 2774-2563 (Online), is a peer-reviewed journal published Economics and Digital Business Review published two times a year (January & July) by STIE Amkop Makassar, It provides an academic ...