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How to use Instagram Reels to promote your e-commerce business?

30/8/2020

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HowToUseInstagramReelsForEcommerce
A few weeks ago Instagram Reels was officially launched in over 50 countries. Reels allow users to create 15-second videos with short audio clips.
It is a fun and engaging way to increase your reach which will help you grow organically. If you are using Facebook ads, you'll also be able create audiences from people who watched your Reels.
Currently 
Instagram is really prioritising Reels. Brands that are active on TikTok have jumped on the band wagon straight away. I have seen a lot of Reels from fashion and make up brands but not so much from others. If you have been feeling a bit overwhelmed about the whole thing and not sure about how to use it for your e-commerce business, here are some ideas to inspire you.

1.Educate your audience

Use Instagram Reels to educate and inspire your audience. In this Reel, Look Fantastic is giving some great tips about contour.
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A post shared by LOOKFANTASTIC (@lookfantastic) on Aug 17, 2020 at 3:20am PDT

2.Share behind the scenes

Followers always like to see behind the scenes. Whether it's your production or packing, it's always interesting to watch. Soli and Sun does a great job with her Reels.
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Fancy some earrings?! ⁣ ⁣ I love making these Sarah Jessica earrings. There’s something rather satisfying about making the tassels out of the raffia and then snipping them in to the fan shape! ✂️⁣ ⁣ And let me share a funny fact... I only got my ears pierced about four years ago when I started designing and making statement earrings!! ?

A post shared by Clare Hynes (@soliandsun) on Sep 15, 2020 at 8:30am PDT

​I enjoyed watching this fun Reel by The Kind Co.
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How do you pack yours? □ Thankfully I’ve managed to completely overhaul my “packing process” and create an ACTUAL SYSTEM because this was a total disaster □. Gone are the days of handwriting labels, I discovered an amazing piece of technology called a PRINTER □ and I asked for help □□□□ more hands means less of me losing my mind in the small hours of the morning. #smallbusinessowner #instagramreels

A post shared by THE KIND â–¡ Sustainable Living (@thekind.co) on Aug 18, 2020 at 11:51am PDT

A Reel by Riverford showcasing a novelty fruit that they grow in their farm.
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Cucamelons! We grow these small vine fruit as a bit of a novelty crop every year for our farm restaurant @riverfordfieldkitchen. As the name suggests, they taste of cucumber â–¡ (but with more intense flavour and a lemony â–¡ hint) but look like mini watermelons. Who has tried them before? We love adding them to drinks. They go well in a G&T â–¡

A post shared by Riverford (@riverford) on Aug 19, 2020 at 11:27am PDT

3.Give your followers a peek inside your studio or new shop, showroom etc.

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Studio Tour! A peek inside the Stacie Swift studio - my small but colourful workspace â–¡ #reelsinstagram

A post shared by stacieswift (@stacieswift) on Aug 8, 2020 at 1:24am PDT

4.Show and tell

Show your product and talk about its features. What is its USP? How do you help your clients solve a problem?
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#PlasticFree Deodorant: Same aluminum free formula, now made with 100% paperboard packaging. â–¡

A post shared by NATIVE (@native) on Aug 15, 2020 at 9:33am PDT

5. Answer FAQs

What a clever and engaging way to answer frequently asked questions. I loved Emmy's Cookies Reel.
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This is our version of a FAQ â–¡ â–¡: the_crinch on TikTok

A post shared by Emmy's Organics (@emmysorganics) on Aug 19, 2020 at 6:02pm PDT

6. Showcase the details and textures of your products

These close up videos really make the products stand out.
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Going WILD over this #texturetuesday shot of our Maxi Blush?in shade Wild Card?? #asmr #oddlysatisfying #reels #rimmel #rimmellondon #livethelondonlook #maxiblush #asmrvideo #asmrcommunity #blush #rimmelblush #pinkblush #asmrpowder

A post shared by Rimmel London UK & Ireland (@rimmellondonuk) on Aug 11, 2020 at 9:42am PDT

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That magical moment when the honey flow directly from your hive and into your jar. All without disturbing the bees â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡ #flowhive #bee #honey #honeyharvest

A post shared by Flow® Hive (@flowhive) on Aug 13, 2020 at 1:53pm PDT

7. Make a Reel to launch a new product

Here is a good example from Nutribullet.
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NutriBullet Juicers launch in TWO DAYS!! They’re affordable, fit countertops, are easy to clean with dishwasher-safe parts, and our in-house chef and dietitians developed recipes specifically for the pulp byproduct. We tried to think of every pain point associated with juicers to make ours the best. We can’t wait to introduce you to juicing this Monday. #juicer #nutribullet

A post shared by NutriBullet (@nutribullet) on Aug 15, 2020 at 9:52am PDT

8. Get them excited about an upcoming day

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Counting down to Saturday and making these beauties again □ who's coming to see us? We'll be open 10-3.30 with our MG whippys, cakes, cookies, brownies, coffees and more ✨

A post shared by □✨M E R I N G U E G I R L S✨□ (@meringuegirls) on Aug 20, 2020 at 9:53am PDT

9. Give a shoutout to other brands

A great Reel by Mustard showcasing their own product as well as others in the same colour.
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Becca’s favourite colour! Green is always a good idea, whether it’s lockers or nails, interiors or plants □ Some of my favourite things... Diary @emmakateco Weekly desk pad @migoals Flower mug @twosquirrelsceramics My custom made green wedding ring (yep even my wedding ring is green! □) @studiomelt New dream clogs @gormanclothing Kilim cushion @kipandco Trainers @saucony Lockers @mustardmade obviously Plants @desertsundayco

A post shared by MUSTARD (@mustardmade) on Aug 13, 2020 at 1:36am PDT

10. Get creative and have fun

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Hello Reels ?????? #adele

A post shared by Plant Pops: Popped Lotus Seeds (@plantpopssnacks) on Sep 24, 2020 at 9:32am PDT

What better way to connect with your audience using music ? The possibilities to express your creativity has no limit and I really enjoyed watching this one.
I hope you find these ideas useful. As you can see there are lots of ways you can use Reels to promote your online shop and products. If you have seen any other interesting Reels, please let me know in the comments.
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