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    COVERGIRL

    Teen

    RebeccaK.Roussell

    Up

    liftYourselfC

    ampaign

    COVERGIRLS commitment to the empowerment of young,

    teenage girls who wear makeup not just because it enhances theirbeauty outside, but it makes them feel good about being confident,strong and smart young women. Want to know a secret? Yourebeautiful.

    Roosevelt University

    IMC 409 -METHODS OF IMC

    Masters Project

    Fall 2009

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    Table of ContentsExecutive Summary ...................................................................................................................................... 3

    Situation Review .................................................................................................................................... 4-5

    SWOT Analysis ........................................................................................................................................... 6

    Marketing Communications Workplan ..................................................................................................... 7

    Marketing Objectives ................................................................................................................................ 8

    Marketing Communications Objectives ............................................................................................... 9-10

    Strategic Idea ........................................................................................................................................... 11

    Target Audience Analysis ................................................................................................................... 12-13

    Positioning Statement and Rationale ..................................................................................................... 14

    Program Tactics and Executions ........................................................................................................ 15-22

    References ............................................................................................................................................... 23

    Want to know a secret?Youre beautiful.

    COVERGIRL

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    EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    Uplift Yourself! Its time for the millions of young teenage girls to look in the mirror and

    realize that they are, indeed, beautiful. Beauty just does not stop there. Beauty is confidence

    inside and out.

    Remember what it is like to be a teenager, right? Everything was changing your body,

    possible mood swings, attitudes, self-esteem; and you probably did not understand why. As an

    adult, you realize being a teenager is just part of the maturation process that everyone must go

    through. Some teenagers have an easy transition, and others do not. It just depends how the

    teenager is growing up, how solid is their own opinion about themselves. If the opinion is weak,

    then that leaves an open door for negativity to creep in.

    Teenage girls are the most influenced during the adolescent years, ages 12-17. During

    this time, it is important these young girls hear positive, encouraging messages to help build their

    perception of themselves and boost their confidence. Today, there are many negative messages

    young girls hear. Having a certain look, the need to feel popular and to attract boys often trumps

    the importance of individuality.

    As marketers of products made to enhance the beauty of women, it is import that we

    reach the woman while she is still a young girl. This opportunity for COVERGIRL to embark

    on a new venture should reveal itself to be not only profitable, but also commendable. Cosmetics

    do enhance beauty and make women look good, but it is also an emotional benefit to love self.

    With a market of teenage girls that are apprehensive and sometimes unsure, COVERGIRL

    Teen has a chance to let them know they are beautiful, no matter what.

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    SITUATION REVIEW (INDUSTRY)

    Industry analysts place cosmetics in the toilet preparation category. The most recent

    figures from the U.S. Census Bureau show this industry was valued at about $28 billion in 2002.

    Cosmetics held about $9.2 billion or 33% of the total market share of the industry the largest of

    the toilet preparation category. The category is segmented below:

    Today, cosmetics continue to be the major player in the toilet and preparations category.

    Analysts expect this segment to reach about $17.2 billion in 2010. Even in the midst of a

    recession, when consumers are being more reluctant to make purchases, the figures for next year

    show positive signs for continued success. This presents a prime time for new target

    opportunities.

    COVERGIRL Cosmetics is a top producer in this industry. It has been successful with

    the young adult, middle aged, and ethnic woman in past years. A new proposed target would be

    the young, teenage girl 14 - 17.

    2%

    ($0.5) 10%

    ($2.7)

    33%

    ($9.2)

    24%

    ($6.8)

    21%

    ($5.8)

    10%

    ($2.9)

    Total Annual Shipments of Toilet

    Preparations (billions)

    Shaving Products

    Other

    Cosmetics

    Hair Care

    Creams and Lotions

    Perfume

    Source: U.S. Census Bureau and the Encyclopedia of Products & Industries - Manufacturing

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    SITUATION REVIEW (COMPANY)

    The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G)

    COVERGIRL is one ofP&Gs top 43 best-selling consumer brands which generate

    more than $500 million in annual sales; 85% of the companys total sales1

    Beauty product segment is second largest seller for P&G

    P&G to eliminate Max Factor cosmetics brand in 2010 to provide more product

    placement for more popular beauty brands such as COVERGIRL

    Elimination would help COVERGIRL to aggressively market to a new teenage girl

    target market

    1The Procter & Gamble Company Profile Hoovers

    33%

    ($26.3)

    21%

    ($16.7)

    46%

    ($37.3)

    2009 Procter & Gamble Net Sales by

    Product Segment (in billions)

    Beauty

    Health - Well Being

    Household Care

    Source: The Procter & Gamble Company -2009 Annual Report

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    SWOT ANALYSIS

    STRENGTHS

    Inexpensive

    Products sold at mass merchant retailers and drug stores

    Celebrity tactic

    Traditional and non-traditional media exposure

    Products appeal to multiple ethnicities

    WEAKNESSES

    Teenage girls (14-17)

    Community involvement

    OPPORTUNITIES

    Target audience, Teenage girls (14-17)

    Innovative distribution ideas (i.e. stand alone retail stores, etc.)

    Event marketing

    Promotions

    Sweepstakes/contestsNail polish

    Skin care

    Charity/cause awareness sponsorships

    THREATS

    Departments store brands enter mass merchant retailers and drug stores at lower price

    point

    Brand loyalty

    myths and other messages crowd judgment of the teenage girl

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    MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS WORKPLAN

    PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:

    COVERGIRL Cosmetics. Foundation, powder, concealer, eyeliner, eye shadow, eyeliner,

    mascara, lip liner, blush, nail polish, tools. Tubes, bottles, sectioned snap cases. Sold at mass

    merchant retailers and drugstores. Department store look cosmetics sold at nearly half the price.

    Covers unwanted blemishes, makes women feel beautiful, and enhances features.

    PROSPECTS:

    Women of all ages and ethnicities. Nationwide. Low to mid-level income.

    PROMISE:

    For a light, natural, fun look, COVERGIRL Cosmetics is your choice.

    PERSONALITY:

    Young, light, fun, exciting, trendy, economical. Get the red carpet look of Rihanna, Drew, Ellen

    or Queen Latifah without breaking the bank.

    REWARD:

    Rejuvenated. Beautiful. Confident.

    COMPETITION:

    Revlon, LOreal, Avon (mark.), Mary Kay, Fashion Fair, Maybelline, MAC, Este Lauder,

    Neutrogena, Bobbi Brown, Nars.

    OBSTACLE TO THE SALE:

    Brand loyalty.

    MESSAGE OBJECTIVE:

    Light and natural always prevails over clunky and heavy. You can be the cover girl on the

    magazine, too.

    NEW POSSIBILITIES:

    Teenage girls ages 14-17 who are conscious of the beauty within to enhance their beauty on the

    outside with COVERGIRL. COVERGIRL is already an affordable brand and teens will be

    able to purchase with money made from allowances or part-time jobs. Teens want to be trendy,

    but COVERGIRL will stress the importance of uniqueness and loving self first.

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    MARKETING OBJECTIVES

    PRODUCT

    Maintain current makeup standard application , highlighting light and less is always more

    versus heavier, clumpier brands

    PRICE

    Maintain current universal, affordable pricing point versus expensive department store

    competitors

    COVERGIRL look is not cheap, but cost-effective

    PLACE

    Remain with current distribution channels (i.e., drugstores, mass merchants, online store,

    etc.)

    Obtain more space in specialty cosmetic stores

    PROMOTION

    Communications focus to capture, but also engage the teenage girl consumer

    Use skill-driven contest(s) to discover and promote the development of other talents

    young girls may have

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    MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS OBJECTIVES

    How will COVERGIRL increase product awareness among young, teenage girls 14-17 to drive

    sales?

    Objective: To obtain at least 10% of the cosmetics market share for girls 14-17

    Current situation: Beauty products are the second largest seller for P&G2; the

    COVERGIRL brand traditionally targets women of all ages and ethnicities

    Key actions: COVERGIRL must present a clever campaign that will peak the interests

    of young girls 14-17; must use collections that could easily be used for teenagers as well

    (i.e. Exact, Clean, Outlast, and Queen Collections)

    Howwill COVERGIRL increase awareness among teenage girls through promotions?

    Objective: Get marketing support through major promotions

    Current situation: COVERGIRL currently partners with Americas Next Top

    Model, one of the top reality television shows today; the contestants usually range in

    age from 18 to mid 20s; major promotion for COVERGIRL

    Key actions: Take ideas from COVERGIRL and Americas Next Top Model

    partnership to launch campaign to help market COVERGIRL collections to teenagers;

    promotion will include a contest based on skill to highlight other talents of young girls

    (i.e. essay writing, singing, etc.); contest should focus on more than just looks on the

    outside to illustrate some type of positive self-esteem message; make sure samples of the

    products are offered during promotional events

    2The Procter & Gamble 2009 Annual Report

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    What channels will COVERGIRL use to attract teenage girls 14-17?

    Objective: Make sure messages are being transmitted through channels where teens will

    be able to get the information; message simple enough for them to grasp quickly

    Current situation: COVERGIRL utilizes television commercials and magazine print

    ads heavily; Facebook Fan Page allows for interaction with consumers and prime outlet

    for introducing promotions; mobile text alerts let consumers know about new

    promotions; interactive website offers in-depth product descriptions of collections, video

    tutorials on how to apply makeup, online forums and comment sections for consumers

    Key action: Keep focus on television, magazine, social media, and web content (conduct

    research to find out which medium teen girls frequent (i.e. teen cable networks,

    magazines, etc.)

    How will COVERGIRL position itself among competitors vying for the same teenage, young

    girl age group of 14-17?

    Objective: COVERGIRL will not only be associated with outside beauty, but also

    inner beauty which is an important message for teenage girls

    Current situation: Top cosmetics competitors in teen market are Avon mark. and

    Neutrogena Teen products

    Key action: COVERGIRLSinner beauty message focus ofthe campaign; introduce

    a public relations event where teens will not only get to sample products but engage with

    spokespersons and other teenage girls

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    STRATEGIC IDEA

    Yes, some may argue that 14 may be too young to start indulging a young girl in a make-

    up routine, especially with all of that is portrayed about body image and appearance in the media

    images that teens are exposed to via multiple outlets on a consistent basis. Perception of the

    body image is very important during the adolescent years.

    Psychologists from New York Universitys Child Study Center say adolescent girls are

    the most vulnerable at developing negative images about themselves because of body changes

    during puberty, which result in levels of self-consciousness. All of these factors tend to lead to

    low self-esteem and psychographic disorders for young girls. The focus then switches to a

    negative image of self, instead of a positive one.

    I see a way for COVERGIRL to take control of the so called it image in the media by

    showing young girls its not all about the outside beauty appearance, but that the inner beauty

    appearance is the most important. Yes, this may contradict the notion of what makeup was

    intended to do impression of male counter parts, the reason why models are so successful, etc.;

    but if it is something that will get girls to start feeling rejuvenated and confident about

    themselves, it is worth an investment.

    This is a good idea because these young girls have a major influence on trends and where

    brands are able to find their future opportunities. COVERGIRL needs to be part of this because

    we want to show the consumer we care about their values and well-being as much or even more

    than the profit.

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    TARGET AUDIENCE ANALYSIS

    Teenagers .

    About 68% often buy a different brand just because they are curious

    Provide an advanced peak into current and future trends

    Establish and affect fashion and lifestyle trends

    Teens are taking over. By next year, the United States teen (ages 12-17)3

    population is expectedto reach almost 34 million4. As consumers, they are even more vocal because they know exactlywhat they want and where to go to find it. Plus, they have the most disposable income, so theirpurchasing behavior is one that many marketers covet.

    Have a strong connection to individualism; realistic and optimistic

    Dependent on new technologies for personal and other communications

    Control-driven; expect to have control over media experiences

    3Age group (Boys and Girls) defined in Teen Market Profile Magazine Publishers of America

    4Teen Market Profile by Magazine Publishers of America w/ Media Mediamark Research, Inc.

    0

    1020

    30

    40

    50

    60

    70

    All Teens Ages 12-

    13

    Ages 14-

    15

    Ages 16-

    17Series1 29 15.4 24.5 62.7

    Series2 16.3 12.2 17.4 20.1

    Millions

    What Teens Earn and Spend

    Series 1 = Median Employment Earnings

    Series 2 = Median Spending Money

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    TARGET AUDIENCE ANALYSIS (continued)

    The chart below shows where teenage girls are most likely to shop.5 Collectively, teenage girlsshop more frequently than boys at most shopping venues. COVERGIRL products are currentlysold at discount stores and drugstores, two out of the three venues that were mentioned the most.

    All Teens Teen Girls 14-15 16-17

    Shopping Malls/Centers 57.7% 67.4% 57.7% 63.4%

    Discount Stores 44.6 52.6 42.9 48.9

    Drugstores 37.1 43.8 34.9 42.7Source:Teen Market Profile by Magazine Publishers of America w/ Media Mediamark Research, Inc.

    Although teens are more tech savvy, most of their purchases are influenced from magazineadvertising. Cosmetics is one of the top product categories where teenage girls (12-17) purchasefrom ads seen in magazines. Cosmetics indexed at 108

    6, the second highest among categories

    such as apparel, hair care and food and beverages.

    5Teen Market Profile by Magazine Publishers of America w/ Media Mediamark Research, Inc.

    6Teen Market Profile by Magazine Publishers of America w/ Media Mediamark Research, Inc.

    28%

    34%

    30%28%

    28%

    28%

    Product Categories Purchased Based

    on Magazine Ads Viewed by Teens

    Video/DVD

    New Movies in Theatres

    Clothes

    Music

    Games

    Makeup/Cosmetics

    Source: Teen Market Profile by Magazine Publishers of America w/ Media

    Mediamark Research, Inc

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    POSITIONING STATEMENT

    Among teenage girls 14-17 (target audience)

    COVERGIRL (brand name)

    is the brand of cosmetics (competitive set)

    that provides a confident look(benefit)

    that is youthful, light and fun (product support).

    RATIONALE

    The appeal to the teenage girl segment (14-17), will enable COVERGIRL to take its

    cosmetics collections to the next level by enabling a spirit of confidence in these young girls that

    will be hard to break.

    COVERGIRL should embrace this new target segment because it is a great opportunity

    for growth. If this campaign in success, this can open doors for new opportunities for more

    creative promotions, and possible future product line extensions for this segment. For

    COVERGIRL, this is the right thing to do because this campaign will show a continued

    commitment to the maturation of strong, confident, beautiful young women.

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    Uplift Yourself.

    COVERGIRLS commitment to empowering beautiful, confident teenage girls 14-17

    ADVERTISING

    PRINT STRENGTHS (Magazines)

    More than 28% of all teen spending has been influenced by glossy magazine adsCosmetics are among the top products advertised in magazines Magazine ads can be referred back to multiple times

    PRINT WEAKNESSES (Magazines)

    Magazine ads are expensiveLess control of ad placement in magazine; depends on relationship with publication andthe dollars spentProduct is not tangible; hard to show uses

    ONLINE STRENGTHS

    Extremely measurableLow costsSegmentation for specific target audiences

    ONLINE WEAKNESSES

    Annoyance factor with pop-adsClutterE-mail direct marketing is highly effective, but can pose an annoyance factor

    NON-TRADTIONAL ADVERTISING STRENGTHS

    Rapid and easy accessibility with mobile communicationsBrand loyalists and new consumers are able to connect through social media networksLow cost

    NON-TRADTIONAL ADVERTISING WEAKNESSES

    ClutterSegmentation for target audiencesNegative viral campaigns

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    TACTICS and EXECUTIONS for ADVERTISING

    Purchase ad space in popular teen magazines

    with headline Want to know a secret? Youre

    Beautiful.

    Set-up free fan page on Facebook for COVERGIRL Teen; open forum for teen girlsto discuss usage of products, video demonstrations, sales and contest promotions

    Insert a tab for COVERGIRL Teen on the websites homepagewww.covergirl.com/teen

    Implement mobile text alerts that will drive teens to website or social media pages

    For the Uplift Yourself COVERGIRL

    Teen Campaign, it is important to

    purchase ads in the magazines

    teenage girls read the most. Those

    magazines are for exampleSeventeen, Teen Vogue, and

    CosmoGirl.

    http://www.covergirl.com/teenhttp://www.covergirl.com/teenhttp://www.covergirl.com/teen
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    UNCONVENTIONAL MEDIUM

    SIDEWALK ADVERTISING

    Remember drawing those hop-scotch boards on pavements, with sidewalk chalk, when

    you were a kid? Fun, right?

    Now, picture a sidewalk in a large city. The sidewalk is now an advertising medium,

    instead of the hop-scotch pastime. Think about it. In large cities such as Chicago and New York,

    thousands of people are walking. The heaviest trafficked times of the day are the morning hours,

    lunch time and the afternoon rush to get home. Thats three times the exposure that

    COVERGIRL would have to a consumer.

    The sidewalk medium is an innovative way to make consumers connect with an image

    that is memorable and effective. It is a medium in which the consumer can associate past

    experiences and relate to them.

    STRENGTHS

    Long exposure times; similar to traditional outdoor mediums (i.e. billboards, LEDscreens)Placement in high trafficked areas by teen girls to increase exposure (i.e. malls, movietheatres, etc.)Low cost

    WEAKNESSES

    Uncontrollable weather conditions; ad may erode or gradually erase

    Target audience cannot be easily segmentedCity street ordinances

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    The sidewalk medium is attractive for COVERGIRL because it would be able to show

    the products at use. The different faces of the COVERGIRL spokeswomen could be used as

    well. Cosmetics depend on the picture. The cosmetics industry devotes a significant amount of

    its budgeting dollars the outdoor, television and print mediums for advertising. The sidewalk

    medium is a trendy, innovative way which identifies with COVERGIRL Cosmetics. Its a fun

    medium that provides an array of ways to convey this message: Want to know a secret? Youre

    beautiful. COVERGIRL.

    Consumers will enjoy the anticipation of searching for these unexpected, attention-

    grabbing vignettes on the city streets. Retailers would be a great partner with a trade promotion

    placed directly in front of stores. The feedback would be measurable because a survey could be

    provided when the product is purchased to see if sidewalk medium is effective.

    Consumer purchasing behavior would also flourish, because these sidewalk mediums

    would peak interest in the products. If placed on a sidewalk alongside the shops on Michigan

    Avenue, the target audience will be captured at their footsteps.

    Teenage girls shop! The fashionista would be ecstatic to see Rihanna, Drew Barrymore,

    Ellen DeGeneres or Queen Latifahs face adorned with COVERGIRL products under their

    feet. COVERGIRL Cosmetics are the perfect accessory for all of the great fashion buys she has

    already found.

    The sidewalk medium is a great visual. If done the correct way, it can resonate in a

    consumer's mind when its time to make a purchase. The medium is simple, yet catchy and

    effective.

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    SALES PROMOTION

    STRENGTHS

    Increases salesOpportunity to gain new customers; teenage girls will tell their friendsOpportunity for trade promotion relationship for COVERGIRL distributors

    WEAKNESSES

    Brand perception is at risk depending on promotionFinding a personal angle that will appeal to teenage girlsP&G may suffer a profit loss if not successful

    TACTICS and EXECUTIONS for SALES PROMOTION

    Coupons

    Offer a price-off

    Buy 1 get 1 free

    Free makeup product w/purchase

    Mobile Text Alerts

    Sign up viawww.covergirl.com/teento

    receive text alerts about coupons andother special promos

    http://www.covergirl.com/teenhttp://www.covergirl.com/teenhttp://www.covergirl.com/teenhttp://www.covergirl.com/teen
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    CONTEST PROMOTION

    The COVERGIRL Teen Ultimate Beauty Search, with partner Ulta Beauty stores, is a newinitiative that is part of COVERGIRLs campaign to help combat negative body image

    perception issues while encouraging self-expression and self-confidence. The COVERGIRLTeen Ultimate Beauty Search promotion is one that exemplifies our strategy to boost self-esteemand morale for our potential target audience of teenage girls 14-17.

    This promotion will encourage and engage young girls to embrace their beauty by defining themeaning of their inner beauty in an essay format. COVERGIRLs goal for this campaign is toget young girls to focus on whats inside, because that is the ultimate beauty which enhances theoutside perception. If a young girl knows she is beautiful on the inside, her confidence levels willrise and she will be able to be strong enough to fight the urge to just fit in.

    Essay topic: What does beauty mean to me? (at least 1 page, anything longer will bedisqualified)

    Contest begins September 2, 2009 and will end December 2, 2009; winners will beannounced January 2010Prizes: 1

    st- print ad and television commercial with newest COVERGIRL Selena

    Gomez and a year supply of COVERGIRL Cosmetics; 2nd - $250 gift card courtesy ofUlta Beauty to be used on COVERGIRL Cosmetics productsContest entries and a 4x6 head-shot photo can be uploaded atwww.covergirl.com/teenoremailed [email protected] permission waiver must be signed before completing the entry; photos may beused in a later ad or promotional materials for COVERGIRLEntries judged by COVERGIRL brand managers from The Procter & GambleCompany

    COVERGIRL

    Selena Gomez

    http://www.covergirl.com/teenhttp://www.covergirl.com/teenhttp://www.covergirl.com/teenmailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]://www.covergirl.com/teen
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    PUBLIC RELATIONS

    STRENGTHS

    Connect with teenage girls face to face through events

    Build awareness about COVERGIRL Teen Ultimate Beauty Search campaign

    Out in the community shows commitment to cause

    WEAKNESSES

    Must do a PR event along with another IMC tool; cannot stand alone

    Hard to measure effectiveness (positive or negative)

    Hard to close the deal and convince teenage girls to buy-in

    TACTICS and EXECUTIONS for PUBLIC RELATIONS

    Visit a select number of high schools to have chat sessions with teenage girls.Discussions can be led by COVERGIRL brand managers and COVERGIRL SelenaGomez alternating locationsCOVERGIRL Teen Ultimate Beauty Search kick-off party with COVERGIRL SelenaGomez

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    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    COVERGIRL Selena Gomez to host Teen Ultimate Beauty Search Kick-Off Party at Ulta

    Beauty in downtown Chicago

    Event will launch COVERGIRLs nationwide search for its newest face with a party that will

    include free samples, COVERGIRL promotions, makeovers by a COVERGIRL make-up

    artist, autographs from Selena Gomez and a chance to upload contest entries via the CG Cyber

    Caf

    (CHICAGO - Sept. 2, 2009) Chicagos teen queens, get ready! COVERGIRL Cosmetics is

    launching its first ever COVERGIRL Teen Ultimate Beauty Search and we are coming to the

    Windy City for the kick-off party! Award-winning actress/singer and star of Disney Channels

    Wizards of Waverly Place, Selena Gomez our newest COVERGIRL, will host this event that

    is sure to be an afternoon filled with fun, excitement and beauty.

    Mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept. 5. The event will take place at Ulta Beauty, 114 S.

    State St., in downtown Chicago from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

    -more-

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    COVERGIRL Teen Ultimate Beauty Search Kick-Off Party

    Page 2 (Continued)

    As part of this nationwide search, COVERGIRL invites all teenage girls, 14-17, to write a one-

    page essay answering this question: What does beauty mean to me? The CG Cyber Caf will

    be equipped with laptops that will allow the girls to upload their entries directly to

    www.covergirl.com/teen.

    This is a new initiative that is part of COVERGIRLs campaign to help combat body image

    portrayal issues and raise low self-esteem two problems that most teenage girls in the United

    States face today. COVERGIRL Cosmetics enhance the outer beauty that is already within.

    Free samples of COVERGIRL products will be available. Gomez will sign autographs and be

    available for photos with the girls, which will simulate an actual COVERGIRL print

    advertisement. Molly Stern, COVERGIRLs celebrity makeup artist, will also provide free

    makeovers and tips about the products.

    The contest is open to all girls, ages 14-17, who are U.S. residents. The contest will go live via

    www.covergirl.com/teen on Friday, Sept. 4.

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    Bungert, P. J. & Darnay, A. J. (2008). Cosmetics. Encyclopedia of Products & Industries

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    The Procter & Gamble Company. (2009 Profile. Hoovers.

    Retrieved fromhttp://search.ebscohost.com

    Perfumes, cosmetics, and other toilet preparations. (2008). Encyclopedia of American

    Industries. 5. Retrieved fromhttp://go.galegroup.com

    Teen market profile. (2004). Magazine Publishers of America.

    Retrieved fromhttp://www.magazine.org/marketprofiles

    Weinshenker, N. (2002, March/April). Adolescents and body image: whats typical and

    whats not. Child Study Center Letter. School of Medicine New York University.

    6(4). Retrieved from:http://search.ebscohost.com

    OTHER SOURCES:

    www.covergirl.com

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