The video uses a relatable, slightly controversial take on common skincare advice to create a humorous, authentic moment that resonates with viewers dealing with similar stress-induced acne.
Summary
The creator humorously critiques the standard advice to use only a pea-sized amount of tretinoin by showing herself applying a much larger amount to her face. She uses the product to address her college-related acne.
Structure
1Creator displays on-screen text about tretinoin dosage
2Creator applies a large amount of cream to her face
3Creator lip-syncs to audio while showing the product
Product placement
Tretinoin (a prescription acne medication) is shown being applied to the face. It ACTS as the subject of the video, as the creator is demonstrating its use and discussing its application amount in the context of her acne treatment. Removing it would change the entire premise of the video.
On-screen text
Who ever recommended a pea sized amount of trerinoin has never dealt with college stress acne
Original caption
I’m jk I can’t imagine dermatology school stress #acne #college #tretinoin #skincare #fyp
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Transcript
Who ever recommended a pea sized amount of trerinoin has never dealt with college stress acne. I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know. There may be others.