Al-Kharaj: Journal of Islamic Economic and Business
Vol. 8 No. 3 (2026): Vol. 8 No. 2 (2026): All articles in this issue include authors from 3 countrie

The Influence of Perceived Ethicality and Electronic Word of Mouth (E-WOM) on E-Loyalty through Customer E-Trust Wardah Compact Powder in Cimahi City

Salma Aziizu (Universitas Jenderal Achmad Yani)
Hariyadi Triwahyu Putra (Universitas Jenderal Achmad Yani)



Article Info

Publish Date
16 Aug 2026

Abstract

The development of the digital cosmetics industry increases competition between brands, so companies need to understand the factors that shape customer e-loyalty. The decline in loyalty in Wardah solid powder products prompted this study to analyze the influence of perceived ethicality and electronic word of mouth (e-WOM) on e-loyalty through e-trust as a mediating variable in Wardah solid powder customers in Cimahi City. The study used a quantitative approach with a survey method of 120 respondents selected using convenience sampling. Data were analyzed using multiple regression and mediation tests. The results of the study show that perceived ethicality and e-WOM have a positive effect on e-trust, and e-trust has a positive effect on e-loyalty. E-trust is able to mediate the influence of perceived ethicality on e-loyalty, but does not mediate the influence of e-WOM on e-loyalty. This study concludes that increasing the perception of brand ethics and the quality of digital communication can strengthen customer trust and loyalty. The results of the study provide recommendations for PT Paragon Technology and Innovation to increase e-loyalty through strengthening ethical perception, e-WOM quality, e-trust, product quality consistency, privacy protection, clarity of information, complaint handling, and encouraging positive reviews on e-commerce platforms.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

alkharaj

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Al-Kharaj, Journal of Islamic Economic and Business is peer-reviewed journal published by program studi ekonomi syariah , Institut Agama Islam Negeri (IAIN) Palopo. Al-Kharaj focus on the research of Islamic Economic and Business. The aims of this journal is to explore and develop economic related ...