Is your brand or client planning a Ramadan campaign? If you’re like most businesses in the Middle East, then chances are Ramadan is one of the most important seasons in your calendar.
First, make sure you are embedding these 4 key Ramadan moments in your campaign to make sure you are engaging your target communities on TikTok.
Next, consider collaborating with TikTok creators! Creator-led content has a 2.1X increase in ad recall vs. non-native content*.
Click on your industry to jump to your Ramadan insights, top tips and suggested TikTok creators to partner with!
Whether you own a makeup line or run a beauty salon, you probably know that Ramadan is a season where people want to look (and feel) their best!
With its diverse users and content creators, TikTok becomes the ultimate beauty destination during the holy month.
📊 Ramadan Stats
45% purchase/plan to purchase beauty and hygiene products
56% go more to spas, massages, etc.
74% are looking for Beauty and Personal Care tips & tricks
72% are looking for product reviews/unboxings
💡 Top Tip
TikTok’s beauty communities are diverse, so make sure you are tapping into the communities that align with your target audience. A great way to do this is to work with the right creators and use the appropriate hashtags.
Got a hair salon or hair product? Use #HairTok. Promoting your line of makeup and cosmetics? Work with creators that are active on the #MakeupTok communities.
Content that shows real and entertaining family moments is among the most popular types of content on TikTok, and Ramadan moments are no exception!
If your Ramadan campaign aims to inspire and entertain your audience, then working with creators in family and parenting communities is a great way to make your brand relevant this season.
📊 Ramadan Stats
83% of users are looking for entertaining and fun videos
71% of users are looking for Ramadan home decor ideas
💡 Top Tip
Ramadan family moments don’t have to be picture-perfect!
One of the things that distinguishes TikTok creators is their authenticity, so don’t be afraid to “get real" in your content–whether that’s injecting some humor into your campaign or showing the messier side of family life during Ramadan.
Just like with any festive season, Ramadan is a time when users are looking to upgrade their wardrobes.
Many users look for style inspiration and shopping deals, so make sure your fashion brand gets in front of them at the right moment.
📊 Ramadan Stats
84% upgrade their wardrobe with festive clothing
68% have purchased/are planning to purchase clothing and fashion
80% are looking for information on the best Ramadan fashion deals
75% are looking for Ramadan fashion tips and ideas
💡 Top Tip
Starting TikTok trends is a great way for brands to go viral on TikTok!
Trends encourage interaction and participation from users, so think about how you can leverage this for your fashion brand. Ask users to show off their favorite Ramadan looks or create new styles using old clothes in their closet.
It goes without saying that Ramadan is a season for shopping. So if ecommerce is a significant channel for your brand, then you can influence users’ buying behavior by collaborating with creators that your target audience follows and engages with.
Think unboxing and product review videos, which soar in popularity during Ramadan.
📊 Ramadan Stats
49% use online shopping apps
44% use grocery delivery apps
82% are looking for reviews of Ramadan sales/offers
80% are looking for information on best Ramadan deals
💡 Top Tip
There’s a myriad of shopping communities on TikTok and no two are alike. There are Bargain Hunters, Grocery Advisors and even Eid Gadgeteers that are all about finding the best gadget deals during Eid.
Think about which community you want to engage and collaborate with creators in those communities.
Ramadan is just around the corner. And this means brands are starting to gear up for one of the biggest seasons in the region!
One of the things that makes TikTok distinct is how users gather as communities around shared passions and interests–be it food, entertainment, beauty or luxury. And during Ramadan, these communities become more active on Tiktok, by watching and engaging with videos that capture their interest.
Not only are users immersing themselves in content, they are also shopping more during Ramadan. In 2022, TikTok users spent 1.6X more than their planned amount on purchases*.
So how can brands better engage with communities on TikTok this Ramadan season?
If you don't know where to start, it's a great idea to begin by identifying the most powerful moments on TikTok during Ramadan. Ensure that your Ramadan campaign taps into one or more of these moments, and you'll have a great chance of inspiring users with your brand and influencing their shopping behavior!
1. Cooking Moment
It's not surprising that cooking becomes one of the most popular Ramadan moments on TikTok.
So if you're in F&B or any business related to food and cooking, make sure you embed this moment into your campaign.
There are numerous communities on TikTok that you can tap into, beyond moms and cooking enthusiasts.
For example, did you know that the hashtag #GamerFood has about 7 million views on TikTok**?
That's right, there are entire communities on TikTok that are centered around food and snack ideas for hungry but busy gamers. Make sure you are tapping into these niche communities as well!
**TikTokMarSci Global Community and Self-Expression Study, UAE, KSA 2021, by Flamingo TikTok Internal Data – Ramadan 2022 Platform Analysis (UAE, KSA, EG)
