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Most health brands like to play it safe...
But this one sure doesnât:
Dropping an F-bomb right at the top grabs you immediately.
However, shock value only buys you the first second of attention⊠so GrĂŒns quickly pivots to logic by listing recognizable ingredients like Biotin and Zinc right underneath.
It hooks you with emotion, then gives a logical reason to buy.
Hereâs the same example from a different brand:
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Vote for the ad you want us to tear down next week by clicking on the option you want to see.
Option #1: This ad is pure storytelling â the headline alone makes the sale.
Option #2: This ad uses guerrilla marketing to convey a benefit without even showing the product.
GrĂŒns relied on shock value to draw the prospect in.
This next ad, however, doesnât have that luxury because the product is deemed inferior to its competitors from the get-go.
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