Where to Start - Journalism 4250 Management of Strategic Communication - Spring 2023 - Library Guides at University of Missouri Libraries

Client Information

Client: Sally Hansen

Problem:

Sally Hansen is challenging the students to “increase basket” meaning increase sales beyond the typical nail polish purchase among Gen Z consumers.

Potential Topics:

Nail care history
How nail polish fits within the broader category of nail care and personal care?
Sources of growth / trends in nail color/care and overall personal-care (Gen Z’s role)
Trends in DIY services vs. professional salons, etc. (Gen Z’s role)
Current at home nail care consumers / how they compare to nail salon consumers (Gen Z’s vs. other groups)
How nail polish, nail care and body makeup fit within broader consumer trends in fashion/self-expression and self-care (Gen Z approach)

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