40 Recommend a Resource Post Ideas to Energize Your Beauty Community

Struggling to keep your beauty community inspired and resourceful? Sharing practical tools and tips can bring everyone together and spark lively discussions. Use these ready-to-post templates to encourage members to exchange their favorite beauty resources, making your space more supportive and valuable for all.

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Why This Works

Inviting members to recommend a resource taps into the collective knowledge of your beauty community. People love sharing what works for them and feel valued when their input helps others. This approach not only facilitates authentic engagement but also builds trust, as members see real-life recommendations from peers with similar interests or concerns.

Resource-sharing posts foster a sense of collaboration and continuous learning. When members see that their suggestions are welcomed and appreciated, they are more likely to contribute again, creating a virtuous cycle of knowledge exchange. This enriches the community experience and can lead to deeper connections around shared beauty goals.

40 Ready-to-Use Templates

1

Share your favorite beauty blog or website and tell us why you love it.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I love Into The Gloss for its skincare routines. What beauty blog do you recommend?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #blog #discussion #recommendation
2

What beauty YouTube channel do you always learn from? Drop a link and a quick reason.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I always watch Wayne Goss for makeup tips. Who do you trust on YouTube?"

πŸ”΄ High Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #YouTube #video #education
3

Recommend a skincare app that has helped you improve your routine.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use Think Dirty to check ingredients. Do you use any skincare apps?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #app #skincare #tech
4

Is there a beauty podcast you love listening to? Share the name and what you like about it.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I listen to Fat Mascara for product news. Which beauty podcasts do you enjoy?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #podcast #audio #learning
5

Which Instagram account gives you the best beauty inspiration? Tag or mention them.

πŸ’‘ Example: "@nikkietutorials always inspires me. Who inspires you?"

πŸ”΄ High Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Top #Instagram #inspiration #social
6

Drop a favorite DIY beauty recipe and tell us how it works for you.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use avocado masks for hydration. Got any DIY recipes to share?"

πŸ”΄ High Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #DIY #recipe #personal
7

What beauty book has changed your perspective? Share the title and why.

πŸ’‘ Example: "The Beauty Myth opened my eyes. Any book recommendations?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #book #reading #insight
8

Share a tool or gadget that made a big difference in your beauty routine.

πŸ’‘ Example: "My jade roller is a game changer. What tools do you swear by?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #tool #gadget #routine
9

Have you found a beauty newsletter worth subscribing to? Tell us what makes it great.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I get the Skimm Beauty updates. Any newsletters you love?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #newsletter #email #recommendation
10

Which TikTok beauty trend or creator taught you something new? Share your pick.

πŸ’‘ Example: "The glass skin trend blew my mind. Any TikTok finds to recommend?"

πŸ”΄ High Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #TikTok #trend #video
11

What online shop or marketplace do you trust for beauty products? Share your experience.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I always use Dermstore for skincare. Where do you shop online for beauty?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #shopping #trust #ecommerce
12

Recommend a makeup tutorial that beginners should watch.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Lisa Eldridge's beginner makeup tutorial is great. Any others?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #tutorial #makeup #beginner
13

Is there a beauty ingredient checker or database you rely on? Share the link.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use INCIDecoder to research products. Got any other resources?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #ingredient #database #skincare
14

Have a favorite beauty-related subreddit or forum? Drop the name and why you like it.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I browse r/SkincareAddiction for tips. Any good forums to recommend?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #forum #Reddit #community
15

What beauty brand's blog or resource center do you find most helpful?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I read Paula's Choice blog for science-backed info. Any favorites?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #brand #blog #resource
16

Share a beauty routine planner or tracker that helps you stay consistent.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use Notion for tracking my skincare. What do you use to stay organized?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #planner #routine #organization
17

Which beauty e-book or online course would you recommend to others?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I learned a lot from Makeup Masterclass. Any good online courses out there?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #course #ebook #learning
18

Have you come across a helpful beauty infographic? Share the link or image.

πŸ’‘ Example: "This infographic on skin types is useful. Got any others to share?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #infographic #visual #education
19

What is your go-to beauty product comparison site?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use Beautypedia to compare products."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #comparison #product #site
20

Share a virtual try-on tool you have used and what you thought of it.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Sephora's Virtual Artist is fun. What try-on tools have you tried?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #virtual #tool #try-on
21

Recommend a beauty routine checklist or printable you found helpful.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I downloaded a skincare checklist from Pinterest. Any printable resources?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #checklist #printable #organization
22

What influencer's product review do you trust? Share a recent favorite.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Jackie Aina's reviews are always honest. Who do you rely on?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #influencer #review #trust
23

Recommend a beauty newsletter or email series that keeps you updated.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I get updates from Allure. Any beauty newsletters worth subscribing to?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #newsletter #update #email
24

Share an online beauty quiz that gave you helpful insights.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I tried a skin type quiz on Dermalogica. Any quizzes you recommend?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #quiz #fun #insight
25

What beauty Facebook Group or online community do you enjoy?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I am part of Beauty Reddit. Any Facebook Groups you like?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #Facebook #community #group
26

Recommend a beauty routine timer or reminder app.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use Alarmed to remind me about my skincare. Any good apps?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #timer #reminder #app
27

Share a resource for learning about clean or sustainable beauty.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I follow EcoBeautyEditor for green beauty tips. Know any good resources?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #sustainability #clean #learning
28

What online beauty sale alert site or app do you use?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use Honey for sale alerts."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #sale #alert #shopping
29

Share a TikTok hack or tip you found useful for beauty routines.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I learned to use ice rollers from TikTok. Got any new hacks to share?"

πŸ”΄ High Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #TikTok #hack #tip
30

Is there a beauty science or research resource you rely on?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I trust Lab Muffin Beauty Science. Do you have any science-based resources?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #science #research #learning
31

Recommend a beauty routine tracking sheet, app, or tool.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use Habitica for tracking routines. Any tools you recommend?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #tracking #routine #tool
32

Share a favorite beauty meme page or fun account for some laughs.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Beauty Humor on Instagram always makes me laugh. Any meme accounts?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #meme #fun #social
33

What beauty-related app do you check daily?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I check Pinterest for beauty ideas."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #app #daily #routine
34

Recommend a helpful product swatch site or app.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Temptalia's swatch gallery is great. Any other resources?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #swatch #product #comparison
35

Share a beauty event or virtual workshop you think others should attend.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Sephora's online classes are helpful. Any virtual events coming up?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #event #workshop #virtual
36

What online beauty calculator or tool do you find useful?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use a sunscreen calculator for reapplication times."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #calculator #tool #online
37

Recommend a beauty-related documentary or short film.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Beauty Redefined is a great watch. Any documentaries you recommend?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #documentary #film #watch
38

Share a favorite beauty discount code site or newsletter.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I get codes from RetailMeNot. Any discount sites you use?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #discount #code #shopping
39

What is your go-to beauty inspiration Pinterest board? Share the link.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I love my skincare tips board. Do you have a board to share?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #Pinterest #inspiration #visual
40

Recommend a beauty blog post that changed your routine.

πŸ’‘ Example: "A post on double cleansing changed my skin. Got any life-changing reads?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #blog #routine #change

How to Use These Templates

To get the most out of these templates, post them regularly and encourage members to provide context with each resource they recommend. Ask follow-up questions or thank contributors to keep the conversation going. Pin or highlight popular threads so newcomers can benefit from community-curated lists. Mix up the resource typesβ€”articles, tutorials, tools, apps, podcastsβ€”to keep things fresh and inclusive of diverse learning styles.

Best Practices

  • βœ“ Encourage members to explain why they recommend a resource for added value
  • βœ“ Ask for links or details so others can easily find and use the resource
  • βœ“ Highlight top recommendations in a monthly roundup post
  • βœ“ Prompt members to share how the resource helped them personally
  • βœ“ Create themed weeks for specific resource types, like skincare or makeup tools

All Platforms Tips

Since these templates work across all platforms, tailor your approach to each channel's format. On forums and Facebook Groups, use threads to collect and organize resources. On Instagram, use Stories or carousels with swipe-up links or mentions. In chat apps like Discord, pin resource-sharing messages or use dedicated channels for easy access.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I use these Recommend a Resource templates?

Aim to post a resource prompt once a week to keep recommendations fresh and maintain engagement without overwhelming members.

What types of resources can members recommend?

Members can suggest articles, videos, tools, apps, podcasts, courses, blogs, or any other beauty-related resource they find helpful.

How can I encourage more detailed responses from members?

Prompt members to explain why they recommend a resource or how it helped them. You can also ask follow-up questions in the comments.

What is the best way to organize shared resources?

Use pinned posts, resource threads, or dedicated channels to collect and organize recommendations for easy future reference.

Can these templates work in both small and large communities?

Yes, these templates are effective for any community size. In larger groups, consider moderating or curating top recommendations for visibility.

Should I moderate the resources members share?

Yes, always review shared resources for safety, accuracy, and relevance to the beauty community before allowing public visibility.

How do I keep resource-sharing posts from feeling repetitive?

Vary the resource type, tie prompts to community themes or trends, and rotate the format to keep things engaging.

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