Another issue is the potential for UKHTI culture to perpetuate unrealistic beauty standards and consumerism. Some UKHTI groups have been known to promote certain brands or products, which can create pressure on young girls to conform to certain beauty standards or to purchase expensive products.

However, there is an ongoing debate about the "Arabization" of Indonesian culture. Critics argue that the modern Ukhti trend sometimes replaces local identities with imported ones, while supporters see it as a way to strengthen the Ummah (community) across borders. 5. Empowerment and Agency