EBSJ
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): Economics and Business Solutions Journal

The Impact of E-WOM, Celebrity Endorser, and Brand Image on Purchase Decisions: A Study of MS Glow Cosmetics in Indonesia

Erwin Setiawan (Mulawarman University)
Abdul Rauf (Mulawarman University)
Doddy Adhimursandi (Mulawarman University)



Article Info

Publish Date
23 Oct 2025

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of Electronic Word of Mouth (E-WOM), Celebrity Endorser, and Brand Image on the purchasing decisions of MS Glow cosmetics consumers in Samarinda, Indonesia. While these factors are recognized drivers of consumer behavior, their combined effect in the context of local beauty brands remains underexplored. Data were collected from 120 respondents via a questionnaire and analyzed using Partial Least Squares (PLS). The results demonstrate that all three variables: E-WOM, Celebrity Endorser, and Brand Image have a significant positive influence on purchase decisions. Notably, Brand Image emerged as the strongest predictor. The findings underscore the critical role of a coordinated marketing strategy that leverages credible peer reviews, strategic celebrity partnerships, and consistent brand-building to drive consumer action in the competitive cosmetics market

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ebsj

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Economics and Business Solutions Journal is an International Scientific Journal, published by Fakultas Ekonomi Universitas Semarang (USM), Central Java, Indonesia. Economics and Business Solutions Journal is intended to the national and international scholarly community. The aim of this journal is ...