This make-up brand has created an 'industry first' in-house virtual influencer

By Sarah Parsons | Published: 9-Dec-2019
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According to a recent report by HypeAuditor, virtual influencers have nearly three times the engagement rate of real Instagram influencers

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German make-up brand Essence Cosmetics’ new ambassador isn’t a celebrity, or influencer. It isn’t even a real person.

While Kenna might look like a

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