Influencer & celebrity endorsement
Multiple reviewers cite discovering the product through Girls' Generation's Taeyeon or Korean YouTubers' makeup recommendation videos, which drove trial purchases.
Viral social media hype
Many buyers reference TikTok/Instagram virality and Olive Young bestseller rankings as the reason they wanted to try the product, with some noting the 'hype' motivated purchase despite high price.
Color collecting / repurchase
A large share of reviews are second, third, or even multi-shade repeat purchases, with buyers saying they 'want to collect all colors' after liking one shade's formula.
Cute packaging and gift sets
Reviewers frequently mention the compact case, mirror, keyring pouch, and seasonal package colors (e.g., blue summer packaging) as an added purchase incentive.
Sale/discount timing
Several buyers explicitly mention buying during an Olive Young sale or restock event, especially for previously sold-out shades.