Global Beauty Brand Reclaims Search Results and Brand Narrative
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The Challenge
A global beauty brand faced persistent negative visibility across search results, including critical articles and high-ranking video content that shaped public perception.
Negative autocomplete suggestions on Google reinforced damaging narratives, influencing user perception before they even reached search results.
Several negative videos gained traction, impacting both customer trust and distributor confidence. Internally, the brand lacked a structured system to manage and respond to reputation challenges.
Our Approach
Search & Autocomplete Audit
Analyzed branded search results and autocomplete suggestions to identify high-impact negative triggers influencing user behavior.
Targeted Content & Video Removals
Worked with platforms to remove videos and content that violated guidelines, reducing the visibility of harmful media.
Strategic Content Suppression Campaign
Developed and deployed high-authority positive content designed to outrank negative results and control page one visibility.
Autocomplete Optimization Strategy
Implemented targeted actions to suppress negative autocomplete suggestions and reinforce neutral and positive search pathways.
Brand Development & Messaging Alignment
Refined brand positioning and messaging to ensure consistency across digital channels.
Internal Training & Reputation Systems
Trained internal teams on reputation management best practices to maintain long-term control and prevent future issues.
Results
Page One Search Control Achieved
Replaced the majority of negative search results with controlled, positive, and neutral content.
15+ Negative Videos Removed
Successfully removed high-impact video content that violated platform policies.
80% Reduction in Negative Autocomplete Terms
Significantly decreased harmful search suggestions tied to the brand.
70% Reduction in Negative Visibility
Lowered exposure to damaging content across key branded searches.
Takeaway
Reputation starts before the search results even load. By addressing autocomplete, removing harmful content, and controlling search visibility, brands can reshape perception at every stage of the user journey and maintain long-term control.
