Product reviews are some of the most fun posts that you will
be able to write for your blog. If you have begun to apply for and receive
products, or if advertisers have reached out to you about doing product review
posts for your blog, you will need to know how to write a blog post for a
product review. Unlike a standard blog, a product review post will need to be
concise and have a few extra points inside. Here are some tips on writing
successful product review posts for your blog.
Start with a problem
Most products solve a problem or help you with something. In
order to introduce the product, you should first introduce the readers to why
you needed this product. You can give a short introduction of about a paragraph
spelling out the issue and leading into the product itself. Beginning with a
statement of the problem will help readers who have the same issues understand
why they should continue reading.
Introduce the product
and what it does
The main information that should be included in a product
review is letting you know what it is and what the product does. Be sure to
include all the pertinent information about the product, including the
ingredients or what it is made of, how it is to be used, and whom it is
recommended for. Also, include the name of the business and the manufacturer of
the product if applicable. A clear photograph of the product is also necessary
so that your readers can clearly identify the product in-store or if they see
it online.
Customer service
information
If you have had any emails or customer service contact with
the company that offered you the product, also outline this inside of your
product review post. The company itself can be just as important as the
product. A company that offers good customer service is one that your readers
will likely value over a company with little customer contact or poor customer
service. No matter what your experience was with the company, be sure to add
this information inside of the post.
Photograph aids
The best way to show how a product should be used is to use
photographs that show you utilizing the product. If the product you are
reviewing allows it, be sure to take before, during, and after photos of the
results that you received from the product. If your product review is a fashion
or beauty product, take photographs highlighting the way you used the product
and what effect the product had.
End with where to buy
All product reviews should include where the product can be
purchased. Either link the product inside of your post or give direct
instructions on how to buy. When you provide your readers with a direct link to
where they can purchase the product that you reviewed, it makes it more likely
that they will make a purchase.
Are you a blogger looking to start writing product reviews?
Are you a non-blogger looking to do product reviews?
Do you write product reviews? Do you have tips to share?
This is great! I have my first one coming up so will follow your advice. Thx!
ReplyDeleteYay! I'm looking forward to reading all about it!
DeleteGood information. Thank you
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome Clearissa!
DeleteI can not wait to start product reviews. Thanks for the advice
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome Laidee! You can start by reviewing products that you buy.
DeleteThese are really great tips! I love the first one - to start with a problem. Great advice!
ReplyDeleteI love this! What great tips- I"m always stressed out about reviews and this guide really helps!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteGreat tips! I am always looking for ways to improve my product reviews.
ReplyDeleteThanks Paris!
DeleteI love how you simplified the elements in a good review. Thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome!
DeleteThis is wonderful hope to hear more reviews.
ReplyDelete:-D You will!
DeleteThis is great! I've been enjoying writing more reviews lately.
ReplyDeleteReviews are fun, you get to learn about great products.
DeleteThis is very informative! Thank you for sharing!! I have done a couple of product reviews, but would love to do more in the future.
ReplyDeleteYou should do more, it would be a great addition to your blog!
DeleteGreat info. I love doing reviews especially if I am passionate about the product makes it so much easier.
ReplyDeleteI only do reviews of products I'm passionate about too. Only products I pretty much use in my daily life.
DeleteThanks for these great tips! I'm missing the mark on the photos I sometime use the company photos thinking they look more professional but you're right I should be highlighting how I use the product. Thanks Lou. We totally need to collaborate on something soon :)
ReplyDeleteI mix in company's photos along with mine. When I first started reviewing products on this blog I was only using theirs because my picture quality on my phone was terrible. But now I have a camera so I take my own pictures. Looks more authentic.
DeleteYes girl we do need to collaborate, like do a fashion post together. That will get me out of my shell to start doing fashion posts. I love shopping and need to start showing off my fashion finds.
YESS!
DeleteLet me know when you like to collaborate.
DeleteI'm so glad you posted this. I have been looking for a good and simple "how to" for writing reviews on a blog. I am hoping to start making money off of my blog and was thinking about getting into reviews after a friend of mine asked if I would review one of the products she sells. I am a stay-at-home mom who needs income from a part-time job, but am hoping to be able to some how work from home soon for that income. =) Thanks again! =)
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome! If you're looking to make money doing product reviews on your blog you can either charge to do a review or you can add affiliate links of the product you're reviewing. I usually do affiliate links. Paid reviews may turn off your readers.
DeleteGreat post, I will definitely be sharing these tips.
ReplyDeleteI don't do much product review BUT this is great info. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteXoxo
Lynn
http://www.faithnista.com