# Ad summary
This ad announces the availability of SNOW Diamond Dissolving Teeth Whitening Strips at Costco, emphasizing the product's quality, unique features, and the exclusivity of the Costco offering. It uses a fast-paced, social media-native style with multiple creators, on-screen text, and social proof to drive urgency and encourage purchase.
# Brand positioning
SNOW is presented as a premium, innovative, and highly effective oral care brand that has achieved significant recognition and trust. The brand aims to occupy a space in the consumer's mind as a leader in teeth whitening, offering advanced solutions that go beyond traditional methods. It aligns with values of efficacy, convenience, and oral health, promoting a lifestyle of confidence through a brighter, healthier smile. By highlighting its presence in major retailers like Costco, Nordstrom, Target, and CVS, SNOW positions itself as a widely recognized and vetted brand, pushing against the norm of lesser-known or less accessible whitening products. The brand's positioning is both functional, emphasizing 'better-for-you ingredients' like Hydroxyapatite for whitening and enamel repair, and emotional, promising a 'stronger, healthier smile' and the confidence that comes with it.
# Product
The featured product is SNOW Diamond Dissolving Teeth Whitening Strips, which are designed to whiten teeth and strengthen enamel. These strips work by dissolving in just 15 minutes, making them two times faster than leading strips. They are formulated with 'better-for-you ingredients' such as Hydroxyapatite+, which is the same mineral enamel is made of, and helps repair teeth from the inside out, leading to a stronger, healthier smile. Other ingredients mentioned include Hydrogen Peroxide, Pentasodium Triphosphate, Glycerin, Peppermint & Lavender. The strips actively combat sensitivity, addressing a common pain point associated with teeth whitening. The ad highlights a 'holiday exclusive gift pack' available at Costco, which includes both 'extra strength & express formulas'. The product is for anyone seeking a convenient, effective, and sensitivity-friendly teeth whitening solution, particularly those who value advanced ingredients and quick results. The ad implies use occasions for daily or regular whitening routines, and the Costco availability addresses purchase barriers related to accessibility and perceived value.
# Visual style
The ad features a hybrid visual style, blending authentic, UGC-like content with polished, brand-driven segments. The overall aesthetic is bright, clean, and modern, with natural lighting dominating the creator-led shots. The editing style is fast-paced with quick cuts, jump cuts, and frequent split screens, typical of social media platforms like TikTok or Reels. Visual motifs include close-ups of teeth and product interaction, as well as on-screen text overlays that highlight key information. The pacing is consistently high, with cuts occurring every 1-2 seconds, maintaining viewer engagement. Audio-visual sync is evident, with cuts and text overlays often timed to the voiceover's emphasis on product features or calls to action.
# Hooks
Spoken: You know a product is good when it lands on the shelf right next to a $1.50 hot dog and a chicken bake.
Text overlay: FIRST WHITENING STRIP IN / 20 YEARS 🤯 / You know a product is good / when it lands on the shelf / right next to a $1.50 hot dog / and a chicken bake
Visual: A first-person, handheld shot looking down into a red shopping cart, moving through a Costco aisle. In the cart, a black and purple SNOW whitening strip package is visible. The background shows tall shelves stocked with various products, other shoppers, and the bright, fluorescent lighting typical of a warehouse store. The camera is slightly shaky, mimicking a casual shopper's perspective. / A split screen. The top half shows a stationary shot of a Costco food court menu board with prices for items like pizza, hot dogs, and chicken bake. A red arrow points to the '$1.50 hot dog' price. The bottom half shows a female creator (Female 1) from the chest up, looking directly at the camera, speaking. She has long dark hair, light skin, and is wearing a white t-shirt. Her expression is engaging and informative. The lighting is bright and natural.
# Funnel stage
Conversion
# Pain points
The most central pain point the product is solving is the discomfort and sensitivity often associated with teeth whitening. The ad explicitly states, "Don't even have to bat an eye, these strips actively combat sensitivity," and customer reviews reinforce this with phrases like "No pain" and "did not make my teeth hurt at all."
# Value propositions
- You know a product is good when it lands on the shelf right next to a $1.50 hot dog and a chicken bake (implies high value for money and quality vetting)
- Costco doesn't mess around. If it's on those shelves, it's because it's the real deal (implies trusted quality and value)
- Hydroxyapatite+ is the same mineral your enamel is made of — it doesn't just whiten your teeth, it repairs them from the inside out, making every brush a step toward a stronger, healthier smile (implies superior, health-focused whitening)
- That's 2 times faster than the leading strips (implies superior efficiency and time-saving)
- These strips actively combat sensitivity (implies a pain-free, comfortable experience)
- holiday exclusive gift pack with both the extra strength and express formulas (implies enhanced value and exclusivity)
- This is the perfect stocking stuffer gift set, they will think of you every time they smile (implies thoughtful gift with lasting positive impact)
# Benefits
- whiten and strengthen enamel
- stronger, healthier smile
- 2 times faster than the leading strips
- no pain
- convenient
- great results
- did not make my teeth hurt at all
- easy to use
- brightened my smile by several shades
- teeth are whiter
- teeth look visibly whiter
- feel stronger too
- perfect for everyday use
- take them anywhere I go
- teeth have definitely gone a few shades whiter
# Features
- dissolving whitening strips
- packed with better-for-you ingredients
- Hydroxyapatite+
- repairs them from the inside out
- dissolve in just 15 minutes
- actively combat sensitivity
- holiday exclusive gift pack
- extra strength & express formulas
# Call to action
don't walk, run to the personal care aisle; grab yours right now at trysnow.com for a special discount; don't wait, run!
# Social proof
- You know a product is good when it lands on the shelf right next to a $1.50 hot dog and a chicken bake (Implied endorsement by Costco's rigorous selection process)
- FIRST WHITENING STRIP IN 20 YEARS!! (Implied exclusivity and high bar set by Costco)
- Costco doesn't mess around. If it's on those shelves, it's because it's the real deal (Female 1 - Creator)
- And now it's SNOW'S viral dissolving whitening strips (Implied widespread popularity and effectiveness)
- You've seen SNOW all over Social Media, on The Ellen Show, and in stores like Nordstrom, Target, and CVS (Implied widespread recognition and celebrity/retailer endorsement)
- Bright And Shiny ! Love these strips. No pain, convenient and great results! (Customer Review)
- LOVE These! I absolutely love these strips! They work so well! I have very sensitive teeth, and these did not make my teeth hurt at all. They are so easy to use, and have brightened my smile by several shades. I highly recommend this product! (Customer Review)
- It Is Amazing! I am very happy with the results my teeth are whiter (Customer Review)
- Gentle Whitening That Actually Works Love how easy these strips are to use - they dissolve on their own and don't cause any sensitivity. My teeth look visibly whiter and the hydroxyapatite makes them feel stronger too. Perfect for everyday use! (Customer Review)
- Teeth Haven't Looked Brighter My teeth have always been sensitive! When I tried these whitening strips they did not hurt my teeth. I love that they dissolve and that I can take them anywhere I go. They are easy to put on and my teeth have definitely gone a few shades whiter (Customer Review)
- Last year's SNOW launch sold out at Costco before the holidays even hit (Implied high demand and popularity)
# Point of view
- Customer 70% – The majority of the video features creators (implied customers) directly addressing the camera, sharing their experience, and demonstrating the product in a casual, testimonial-like manner.
- Brand 30% – The voiceover provides official product information, features, and brand claims, often accompanied by product shots or website screenshots, representing the brand's direct communication.
# Storyline
- 00:00–00:01 The ad opens with a creator in a Costco aisle, showcasing the SNOW whitening strips on a display, immediately establishing the product's retail presence and hinting at its significance.
- 00:01–00:04 The creator explains that a product's presence on Costco shelves, especially near iconic low-priced items like the hot dog and chicken bake, signifies its high quality and value, setting a tone of trusted endorsement.
- 00:04–00:08 A male creator is shown applying a whitening strip, with on-screen text highlighting that this is the 'FIRST WHITENING STRIP IN 20 YEARS' at Costco, building excitement and emphasizing the rarity and importance of this launch.
- 00:08–00:11 The female creator reinforces Costco's reputation for vetting products, stating that if a product is on their shelves, 'it's the real deal,' further validating SNOW's quality and trustworthiness.
- 00:11–00:14 The ad transitions to a female creator holding the SNOW strips, introducing them as 'SNOW's viral dissolving whitening strips,' connecting to existing brand recognition and highlighting a key product feature.
- 00:14–00:16 The female creator applies a strip, and the voiceover clarifies that 'These aren't your grandma's whitening strips,' positioning them as a modern, advanced solution.
- 00:16–00:21 A screen recording of the SNOW website details the 'better-for-you ingredients' like Hydroxyapatite+, explaining its benefits for whitening and enamel repair, providing scientific backing for the product's efficacy.
- 00:21–00:25 A female creator applies the strips, and the voiceover highlights their quick dissolution time of 'just 15 minutes,' emphasizing convenience and speed, followed by a visual of her smiling with bright teeth.
- 00:25–00:28 An animated graphic of teeth with a red 'X' over sensitive areas is shown, while the voiceover states the strips 'actively combat sensitivity,' directly addressing a common concern and pain point.
- 00:28–00:33 The ad showcases SNOW's widespread recognition, mentioning its presence on 'Social Media,' 'The Ellen Show,' and in stores like 'Nordstrom,' 'Target,' and 'CVS,' building brand authority and social proof.
- 00:33–00:35 The female creator, outside a Costco, holds the product, reiterating that its presence at Costco is 'a whole new level,' reinforcing the significance of this retail partnership.
- 00:35–00:40 Another female creator applies the strips, and the voiceover reveals the Costco offering is a 'holiday exclusive gift pack' with both 'extra strength & express formulas,' creating a sense of special value and limited availability.
- 00:40–00:45 The ad shows the SNOW products stacked high on Costco shelves, urging Costco members to 'run to the personal care aisle,' creating urgency and a direct call to action for a specific audience.
- 00:45–00:47 The female creator holds a fan of individual whitening strip packets, describing the product as 'the perfect stocking stuffer gift set,' appealing to holiday shoppers and suggesting a thoughtful gift idea.
- 00:47–00:49 A split screen shows a 'BEFORE' image of teeth and an 'AFTER' image of whiter teeth, visually demonstrating the product's effectiveness, while the voiceover connects the gift to lasting positive feelings.
- 00:49–00:52 The female creator reassures non-Costco members that the product is still available elsewhere, but emphasizes that the Costco drop makes it 'official,' maintaining exclusivity while not alienating other potential customers.
- 00:52–00:55 A male creator opens a strip packet, and multiple positive customer reviews pop up on screen, providing strong social proof and testimonials about the product's effectiveness and ease of use.
- 00:55–00:57 A female creator smiles, showing her white teeth, and the voiceover directs viewers to 'trysnow.com for a special discount,' offering an alternative purchase channel and incentive.
- 00:57–01:02 A female dental professional applies a strip, and the voiceover warns that last year's SNOW launch at Costco 'sold out before the holidays even hit,' creating strong FOMO and a final urgent call to action.