Instagram Influencer Spotlight On: Amber Smalley @ambersbeautyspot

1) Tell us a little about yourself. What are you doing now and where do you come from?

I am 37 years young and currently working in management. I dedicate all of my free time to my blog and Instagram account as I am wanting the to both grow. I was born and raised in Texas and still reside here.

2) What are your topics of interest? What do you post on Instagram the most?

I am all about beauty and skin care. I love reviewing new beauty products and always giving my honest opinion.

3) How did your Instagram name come about?

I was going through a rough time in my life and created my Instagram as an outlet to take my mind off of things and distract myself. I never thought it would grow like it has.

4) What are some apps you use to edit your photos? Share with us your photo-editing routine!

I use line camera to add my watermark. I sometimes use lenslight but mostly just edit within the Instgram app itself.

5) Any Instagrammers whom you really like? Which Instagrammer inspires you the most?

lets see… There are so many… Shes.so.different, courtneysmakeupcorner, jodiglamgirl, pinkcrystal18, thebeautyacct, and so many more that it would take me all day.

6) If there’s one thing your fellow Instagrammers just gotta try now, what’s it gonna be?

Right now it would have to be the skin care line from Tria Beauty. I won a giveaway from them that included sample sizes of several of their product and they are simply amazing.

7) What’s your favorite part about being an influencer?

My favorite part is the interaction with everyone and the support. I have made so many amazing friends since I started doing this.

8) What are some of your top tips to brands for running campaigns? How do you maintain authenticity?

change the game up sometimes. I see so many always picking the same influencers.

9) What would your advice be on the importance of quality and original content?

Always be truthful and be yourself. If you do not like something state what you don’t like about it.

10) What do you like best about partnering with brands?

The getting to know brands that maybe you did not know of before or had a chance to try.