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      <image:caption>A young child looks overwhelmed by a large collection of expensive skincare products, symbolizing the ethical concerns of TikTok&apos;s beauty trends for minors.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Microscopic view of a serum drop on skin, illustrating limited ingredient penetration and the complex dermal absorption process.</image:caption>
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