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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Alberta chapter.

Tik Tok: some of us spend countless hours mindlessly scrolling through its vine-esque videos and others steer clear of it. I, unfortunately, fall into the former category. I have to give Tik Tok creators some credit, though. While the platform is a place for people to post comedy skits and funny/cringey dance videos, there is a lot to learn on it as well. Here are a few things I have done as a result of Tik Tok videos that you may actually want to do as well:

 

Finally Cut My Hair

After suffering from yearly lob cuts, my hair had grown into a flat, damaged mess. While I appreciated the length, my hair was becoming shapeless and hard to manage. Hair Tik Tok motivated me to change up my look with some curtain bangs and long layers. The popular style is heavily inspired by the 60’s and 70’s and is referenced in Tik Toks like these:

https://www.tiktok.com/@ellie.paluzzi/video/6863508042588212486 

https://www.tiktok.com/@georgina.gigii/video/6791447210211937542 

 

Make Multiple Amazon Purchases

If you watch Tik Toks, you may be familiar with the “things Tik Tok made me buy” style videos. From room décor, office supplies, home organization, and car accessories, Tik Tok has actually shown me some interesting things to purchase like a magnetic phone stand for my car, workout clothes, and blue light glasses.

 

Realize I Can’t Dance

I mean, I knew I couldn’t dance long before Tik Tok, but trying to keep up with the dances I see on my “for you” page is a whole different level of disappointment. (Watching people enjoy doing the dances is enough for me though!)

 

Properly Invest My Money

Canadian Tik Tok creator @moneywithcass encourages young people. Especially students, to invest their money into TFSA’s and index funds. Her educational channel breaks down different types of investments and highlights the value in long-term savings. While her advice should not be taken as gospel, it is very informational and motivated me to do my own research about what investments would work best for me.

 

While a concerning amount of my humour and conversations reference Tik Tok, I am grateful for the mindlessness it requires after a long day of online schooling. It may not be for everyone, however, if you are one of the many who do enjoy it, I’m sure Tik Tok made you do most of these things as well.

 

Maia de Borja

U Alberta '21

Maia (my-uh) is in her fourth year at the University of Alberta. She is working towards a Bachelor of Secondary Education with a major in English and minor in ESL. In her spare time you can find Maia studying with a chai latte close by, at the gym, at one of her three part time jobs,volunteering or exploring town with her boyfriend and friends (usually in the pursuit of good food!) You can follow her on Instagram at @maiadeborja
Simi Bhangoo

U Alberta '21

Simi is a senior at the University of Alberta studying Sociology and Religious Studies. She grew up in Houston Texas and lives by the saying “go big or go home”. She is currently Her Campus Ualberta's Editor in Chief and Campus Correspondent. School, volunteering, clubs, and work occupy most of her time. You can find her on Instagram at @simi.bhangoo.