Why it worked
The video uses a relatable 'POV' hook that taps into current beauty trends, followed by a concise, benefit-driven demonstration that feels like a natural recommendation rather than a hard advertisement.
Product placement
Maybelline Super Stay Matte Ink: (a) ACTS — the creator applies it to her lips, demonstrates its color payoff, and explicitly states its benefits (16H wear, transfer-proof, non-drying). Removing this would change the entire video as it is the sole subject. Maybelline: (b) APPEARS — the brand name is on the product packaging and in the caption/tag. Removing the brand name from the packaging would make the product unidentifiable.