For the beauty lover, no social media app lends itself to flawlessly applied winged liner or perfect highlights the way Instagram does, in all its visual glory. When it comes to the wide world of Instagram, however, it can be hard to know which beauty accounts to follow for all the latest in hair and makeup updates. We've rounded up five of our favorite beauty-related Instagram accounts based on what you're looking for, so you can start double-tapping your newfound beauty inspiration.
1. If you love nail art...
If you repaint your nails every other day (chips are not acceptable), then you should definitely be following @vanityprojects for daily manicure inspiration. The Instagram account is run by a nail salon in New York City and features real-life clients' manicures. Whether you're looking for something classic and simple or something a little more out there (think Pokémon and gems!), then @vanityprojects won't disappoint.
2. If you're looking for one-on-one beauty tips...
You would think that the editor-in-chief of Lucky Magazine wouldn't have time to respond to comments on her Instagram posts, but Eva Chen does just that! Her personal account, @evachen212, is full of pics of makeup and skincare products, celebrity encounters and plenty of shots of Eva looking impossibly fashionable while roaming the streets of New York. The best part? Ask her for product recommendations in the comments, or send a question on how to use a product she's pictured—she'll respond! Gorgeous pics and fashion and beauty advice from an editor-in-chief? Automatic follow!
3. If you're looking for makeup inspiration...
You've probably know who Samantha Chapman is, even if you don't recognize the name. She's one half of the sister duo that makes up the Pixiwoo YouTube channel, a channel devoted to in-depth makeup tutorials from Sam and her sister Nic. Sam is also the mastermind behind the Real Techniques makeup brushes, which are (finally!) available in the US. Sam's Instagram account, @pixiwoos, documents her everyday life but also provides sneak peaks into her YouTube filming setup as well as her day-to-day looks, which range from fresh-faced to full-on glam, perfect for when you need a bit of makeup inspiration.
4. If you want to know what it's like to be a beauty editor...
As soon as we heard Seventeen beauty editor Amanda Elser speak on a panel at this past summer's Her Campus National Intercollegiette Conference, we hopped on Instagram to follow her. Even if you're not contemplating a career as a beauty editor, @amandaelser is full of sneak peaks into a true beauty lover's life. There are pics from inside the Seventeen beauty closet, shots of Amanda with celebs at cover shoots and even a glimpse at this beauty editor's impressive personal nail polish collection. For a collegiette who loves beauty (and may even want to make a career out of it one day!), it doesn't get any better.
5. If you love trying out new hairstyles...
If you're the kind of girl who changes her hair up every few months, then you need to be following @andylecomptesalon. The Andy LeCompte Salon in West Hollywood is where all the hottest stars go to have their hair done, from Megan Fox and Nicole Richie to Mila Kunis and Lorde. The salon's account is filled with red carpet pics of celebs rocking the salon's styles, and is perfect for some new 'do inspiration as well as a healthy dose of celeb news.
These five Instagram accounts cover all the bases for any beauty lover, and will keep you up to date on all the latest trends. Whether you're looking for an inside peak into the life of beauty pros or simply searching for some inspiration to pull you out of a makeup rut, Instagram is chock full of creative and endlessly talented people to help satisfy your beauty cravings.
Ready, set, follow!