Healthcare Professionals Still Most Powerful Voice Driving Dermocosmetic Purchases
Executive Summary
Despite the rise of social media influencers, purchasers of dermocosmetic products across 10 countries say the recommendations of healthcare professionals have greatest influence on their product purchases, followed by healthcare-related websites and family and friends, according to IQVIA Consumer Health.
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