Instagram becomes new venue for start­up companies

Lately, more and more companies have created Instagram accounts to advertise their products to a wider range of people. From foods to makeup products, clothing to home decor, and books to hair salons, Instagram has it all. Since companies can now have their own Instagram accounts, they are able to follow people and communicate with a wider audience.

Sophomore Sophie Lamphier found one of her favorite places to shop, Terra Novva, a jewelry website, from Instagram. Terra Novva’s account followed Lamphier on Instagram, and she decided to look at the jewelry. Now, Lamphier buys all of her favorite jewelry from Terra Novva.

“I love finding new companies on Instagram and it’s fun to follow their accounts because you find out when the best sales are,” said Lamphier. Terra Novva is just one of the thousands of companies available on Instagram. Here are some companies to check out:

Food

MakeoutEveryday ­

Makeout Everyday features organic juices, smoothies, nutritious food and takeout items. They offer catering and, best of all, doorstep delivery directly from their kitchen. www.makeouteveryday.com

Altercosf ­­

Yourtea's sleep tea promises sweet dreams and waking up on the right side of the bed. (Photo credit: Emma Kruse)
Yourtea’s sleep tea promises sweet dreams and waking up on the right side of the bed. (Photo credit: Emma Kruse)

Alter Eco sells handmade chocolates with superfoods like quinoa and fresh sea salt hidden inside. One chocolate bar called Dark Velvet has a touch of creamy, organic milk and a pinch of organic marshmallows. Alter Eco also makes organic salted caramel truffles, toffee, raw cane sugar, quinoa, saltwater taffies, and more. bit.ly/1NmkVXo

Fashion

Cornettisandals ­

These sandals are classy, but eclectic and hipster at the same time. Cornetti sandals are beautifully colored suedes with intricate cutouts and are handmade in Italy. icornetti.com

Terra_Novva ­­

Terra Novva features delicate necklaces, rings, bracelets, and more made with gold and gemstones. www.TerraNovvaJewelry.com

Health/Beauty

Yourtea ­

Yourtea includes a range of unique organic herbal tea blends for improved digestion, weight loss, and more. Each of the teas offer unique health benefits. www.yourtea.com

mybkr ­

Mybkr makes glass water bottles in lovely pastel colors that make hydration look so much more fun! http://www.mybkr.com/shop

Yourtea's skin magic tea is one of a variety of teas to help keep your body looking and feeling amazing. (Photo credit: Emma Kruse)
Yourtea’s skin magic tea is one of a variety of teas to help keep your body looking and feeling amazing. (Photo credit: Emma Kruse)

Other

This is one of the most famous salons in California, attended by celebrities such as Selena Gomez, Nina Dobrev, and Emma Roberts. The account posts before and after pictures of clients, hair tips, and celebrity pictures. www.shop901.com

Extras…Here are some additional awesome companies on Instagram!

www.DrinkH2rOse.com

www.fiveminutejournal.com

http://www.frankbody.com/

http://www.vidaglow.co/

http://www.wanderlustandco.com/

http://mejuri.com/trust

http://quinnpopcorn.com/target

http://www.adornmonde.com/

http://shps.it/dwUqW

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