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👀 [3 Ad Thursday] This Bold Whole-Body Deodorant Ad Really Caught Our Attention...
Alongside: Body pod ad and a polished Suri electric toothbrush ad.
Welcome to, or welcome back to this week’s VidTao 3 Ad Thursday!
Each Thursday we’ll be diving into our VidTao YouTube ad library to uncover 3 high-performing YouTube ads driving results.
This week we’ve got three high-performing YouTube ads for you to check out & model, including:
🦷 Electric Toothbrush Ad (Brand: Suri)...
💨 Body Pod Ad (Brand: Hume Health)...
🫧 Whole-Body Deodorant Ad (Brand: Mando)...
Ready to check the ads out?
~ update from our friends at Funnel of the Week ~
Air Fryers, ‘Dark Posting’ & Category Creation for
a $4B Market
Our friends at Funnel of the Week just released a new funnel breakdown…
…This time it’s a DTC beauty brand using dark posting + smart benefit repositioning to turn a decades-old niche product into a mainstream hit.
The product? Shampoo bars. The angle? No longer “eco-friendly” - now it’s hair transformation stories like:
“My hair grew 4 inches in 2 months”
“Finally found the solution for my thin, lifeless hair”
And the growth opportunity is huge:
US shampoo bar market: $4.13B, growing 7.7% annually
Only 35% of consumers know this category exists
Only 8% have tried solid shampoo bars
Inside this breakdown, you’ll see:
✓ All “dark post” influencer accounts running now - and how they target different demos
✓ Creative strategy that shifts from eco benefits to personal transformation
✓ The awareness stage moves that take someone from “never heard of it” to “ordering today”
✓ How this exact framework has created billion-dollar markets before (electric toothbrushes, plant-based meat, and more)
Let's dive right in and take a closer look at this week's YouTube ad standouts and discover what makes them so successful.
🦷 Electric Toothbrush Ad (Brand: Suri)
Check out this Suri electric toothbrush ad we found inside VidTao:
This ad's estimated total ad spend is nearly $100k!
Here are some of the elements this ad combines:
✅ 1. Direct Recommendation Hook
The ad starts conversationally — “If you’ve been thinking about using an electric toothbrush, save your money and buy one.” This immediate call-to-action skips fluff and positions Suri as the clear answer. Strong, directive language hooks attention right away.
✅ 2. Category Disruption Angle
Frames Suri as “changing the way we think about toothbrushes.” This reframes the product from being just another toothbrush into a category-shifting innovation. Creates intrigue and primes the viewer for differentiation.
✅ 3. Functional + Emotional Payoff
The ad leans on a sensory promise: “teeth feel so polished and clean, like walking out of the hygienist.” This connects to a familiar emotional high (post-cleaning confidence) while anchoring the toothbrush as the way to achieve that at home.
✅ 4. Battery Life = Practical Trust Builder
The 40+ day battery claim (only charging once a month) answers a top consumer frustration with electric toothbrushes: poor battery life. It also adds lifestyle convenience (travel-friendly, no constant charging hassle).
✅ 5. Design Credibility & Sustainability
Highlights slim aluminum body, available colors, and recyclable plant-based heads. This aesthetic + eco angle appeals to design-conscious and sustainability-driven buyers, elevating the brand above “plastic gadgets.”
✅ 6. Hygiene Tech = Premium Edge
UV sterilizing case (kills 99.9% of bacteria) adds a premium feel while addressing subconscious hygiene concerns — layering another functional reason to justify purchase.
✅ 7. Emotional Close: Brushing as Enjoyment
Ends by reframing brushing from a chore into something you’ll love. This emotional reframe taps into identity-level benefits, not just utility — making the toothbrush feel like a lifestyle upgrade.
Now, here’s a sneak peek at some of the other ads by this advertiser:
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💨 Body Pod Ad (Brand: Hume Health)
Next up - this Hume body pod ad we found inside VidTao.
Check it out:
This ad's estimated total ad spend is over $150k!
Here are some of the elements this ad combines:
✅ 1. Relatable Problem Hook
Starts with a universal frustration — “scale won’t budge for weeks” — instantly resonates with anyone stuck in a weight-loss plateau. Frames the product as the solution to hidden progress.
✅ 2. Category Reframe
“This isn’t just another smart scale — it’s a complete body intelligence system.” Differentiates from cheaper alternatives and elevates positioning to medical-grade credibility.
✅ 3. Authority & Credibility Anchors
Backed by two strong proof points:
Used in 12,000+ health clinics worldwide
98% accuracy vs. DEXA scans (the gold standard)
These reinforce trust and make the product feel legitimate and worth a higher price.
✅ 4. Demonstration Moment
Clear visual + verbal demo: step on, grab handles, safe currents scan the whole body. This shows ease-of-use while dramatizing the “invisible” measurement process.
✅ 5. Hidden Progress Reveal
Compelling narrative twist: while weight didn’t change, the user lost 7 lbs of fat and gained 6 lbs of muscle. This emotional payoff validates the product’s value — it reveals good news a regular scale hides.
✅ 6. Comprehensive Benefits
Highlights 40+ metrics — fat %, muscle mass, water, metabolic age — reinforcing that this is a holistic tool, not a single-purpose gadget.
✅ 7. Social Proof Layer
Mentions top doctors, dieticians, and elite athletes swearing by it. This appeals to both authority-seekers and aspirational buyers.
Here’s what this advertiser’s landing page looks like:
🫧 Whole-Body Deodorant Ad (Brand: Mando)
Lastly, check out this whole-body deodorant ad we found inside VidTao:
This ad's estimated total ad spend is $100k+, and these are some of the elements this ad combines:
✅ 1. Credibility Hook With Attitude
The ad opens confidently with: “Is Mando a product that does what we say? Hell yeah.” This no-BS tone is memorable, matches the brand voice, and primes viewers for proof.
✅ 2. Problem Creation via Category Disruption
Calls out a universal habit — “shower with soap” — and flips it: soap isn’t as effective as we think. By undermining a cultural norm, the ad reframes Mando as necessary, not optional.
✅ 3. Scientific-Looking Proof Layer
Delivers a bold, specific stat: 12 hours after soap = odor score of 6/10 vs. 12 hours after soap + Mando = odor score of 0. Numbers + “test results” build trust and dramatize superiority.
✅ 4. Edgy, Relatable Language
Using terms like “average crotch odor score” grabs attention, leans into humor, and makes an uncomfortable topic approachable. This tone fits YouTube direct response — sticky, shareable, memorable.
✅ 5. Risk Reversal With Guarantee
Offers a 60-day money back guarantee if it doesn’t work better, or if skin doesn’t feel/smell better. This reduces friction and encourages first purchase.
✅ 6. Product Expansion for Familiarity
Acknowledges consumer hesitation with new formats: “cream is new for a lot of people,” so they also offer stick + spray. Smart way to lower adoption barrier and expand cart size.
✅ 7. Offer Stack to Increase Value
Sweetens deal with two free items (mini body wash + wipes) plus free shipping. Adds urgency and perceived value while encouraging bundle orders.
✅ 8. Challenge-Framed CTA
Instead of a generic “buy now,” the CTA is framed as discovery: “best way to get started is to try more than one way to Mando.” This positions purchase as an experiment, not a commitment.
Don’t forget to check out other ads by this brand as well for some additional inspo:
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And with that, we’re all done this week! 🚀
We hope this week’s selection of high-performing ads has sparked new ideas to test yourself!
Want more insights like these?
Stay tuned for next week’s VidTao 3 Ad Thursday, where we’ll continue breaking down winning strategies from the best YouTube ads in the game!
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