Instagram Influencer Spotlight On: Kristen Carbine @Kristencarbine

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

I am a hair and makeup artist in Nashville, TN (born and raised) and also a real estate agent. I enjoy blogging about my lifestyle and work.

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

I post a lot of hair and makeup of my client. I post about my travels, friends, beauty products sent to me, fashion and friends.

3) How did your Instagram name come about?

It’s my name

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

vsco and after light

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

The_salty_blonde, natalieannhair

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

Arrojo dry Shampoo and eBay shopping.

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

Getting to share my work and people caring is really influential to me. It makes me feel like I’m doing a good job and that I chose my career for a reason. And feel validated in thst. I enjoy people in my city taking notice and trusting me with their face and brand.

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

I do not edit my hair and makeup. I give advice of products I actually use. And products I genuinely love.

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

Stop editing photos so much. Taking the time to take a great picture translates the passion for it.

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

They trust me with their brand. And them recognizing when I do post about their products is really really cool