PONDS Skinfluencer 2024: The Influencer Hunt That Delivered Over 14M Views
This case study explains how POND’S Bangladesh used a creator-led “Skinfluencer” campaign on TikTok to drive massive reach, stronger view-through, and low-cost traffic.In 2024, POND’S didn’t run a typical “influencer post + promo code” campaign. They turned influencer marketing into an event: an influencer hunt and a reality-show-style content series, built with TikTok-first creative and backed by performance ads.What they were solvingSkincare ads often get skipped fast—especially on short-form video. POND’S needed:Big visibility (fast reach)Content people would actually watch (not scroll past)Strong ad performance, not just hypeThe idea that made it workThey launched POND’S Skinfluencer—described as Bangladesh’s first influencer hunt reality show—with 14,000+ participants, and 120 moving to the next round. That competition format created natural drama, repeat viewing, and share-worthy moments.How the influencer marketing was executedInstead of forcing “TVC style” content, they adapted into platform-native pieces using TikTok Creative Exchange (TTCX):Converted a traditional TVC into 4 TikTok-style adsOptimized hooks, pacing, and TikTok-native storytelling to improve retention and responseResults (the numbers that make it credible)The campaign reported:14M+ video views8M+ reach2.7× lift in view-through rate (VTR)12.4% CTR (traffic campaign)The POND’S Skinfluencer 2024 campaign proves that influencer marketing works best when creators are treated as strategic partners, not just promotional faces. By combining competition-led storytelling, platform-native content, and performance amplification, POND’S turned influencers into educators and trust-builders—driving both attention and action.For brands in 2026, the lesson is clear: relevance, clarity, and creator fit matter more than raw reach. Influencer marketing delivers results when the right specialists are hired for the right outcomes—exactly the mindset modern brands need to scale efficiently.Following the same logic, brands looking to replicate this approach need a reliable way to identify creators based on fit, content quality, and audience relevance, not just follower count. Platforms like KriyaKarak support this process by enabling brands to explore verified local influencer portfolios, assess past work, and connect directly with creators—making influencer discovery more structured, transparent, and aligned with performance-driven campaigns.