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The Influence of Inclusive Brand Image in Indonesian Cosmetic Products on Customer Loyalty

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In recent years, cosmetic brands in Indonesia have shifted their marketing strategies to emphasize inclusivity, aiming to foster stronger customer loyalty. This shift includes the portrayal of diverse beauty standards and the inclusion of a wide range of skin tones and types in their product lines.  Prior studies have demonstrated that an inclusive brand image significantly boosts brand trust and customer satisfaction. The research investigates the influence of an inclusive brand image in Indonesia’s cosmetic products on customer loyalty, focusing specifically on Generation Z consumers. By employing a quantitative research methodology, data was collected using online surveys distributed to 201 respondents aged 12-27 years. The study aims to explore the relationship between inclusive brand image and brand trust, customer satisfaction, and loyalty within the context of the Indonesian cosmetics market. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics and PLS-SEM. The findings indicate that an inclusive brand image positively influences brand trust and customer satisfaction, which subsequently strengthen customer loyalty. Findings from this research are anticipated to provide insights that can help local cosmetic brands enhance their inclusive marketing strategies, thereby fostering a sense of acceptance and belonging among their diverse customer base and driving customer loyalty.

The Effect of Quality, Brand Trust, and Brand Image of Cataflam™ on Patient Loyalty: a case study on K24 Pharmacy Yogyakarta

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The success of a business is determined by how high consumer loyalty is to the brand owned by the business. High consumer loyalty is determined by product quality, brand trust, and brand image. Cataflam™ as one of the trademarks of a group of pain relievers belonging to the category of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Currently in almost all pharmacies, Cataflam™ is considered the best selling pain reliever compared to other brands. This study aims to observe the effect of product and packaging quality, brand trust, and brand image of Cataflam™ on patient loyalty at Apotek K24 Yogyakarta. Descriptive research method was carried out with student t-test to see the relationship between variables on patient loyalty. The convergence analysis of the questionnaire was proven by loading factor and AVE value, while the reliability analysis of the questionnaire was proven by Cronbach’s alpha and composite reliability (CR). Descriptive data collected from 100 patients showed that the questionnaire was reliable and converged with a loading factor of 0.773 to 0.959; AVE value 0.657 to 0.832; Composite Reliability (CR) value 0.884 to 0.933; and Cronbach’s alpha value 0.825 to 0.899. The results of the student t-test analysis showed that all p-values were less than 0.05. The conclusion of this study is that the quality, brand trust, and brand image of Cataflam™ as a pain reliever have an effect on patient loyalty.