Particularly for me, it kind of opened my eyes to the power that social media can hold over us. So it shocked me that a brand can go unnoticed for years and all of a sudden, thanks to social media platforms, everyone has more than one. There are ways to avoid falling into buying into whatever you see on social media. Truly be honest with yourself before purchasing anything you see on social media. Social media is a highly fun place to explore new interests, but it can be promotional at times, so be conscious of where your money goes!