Top Five Stylists To Follow on Instagram

Need some inspiration? If you are just getting started in your career as a stylist, a new graduate, or even a student, and are looking to stay inspired every day, we have gathered the top five stylists to follow on Instagram to give you your morning kick.

Tracey Cunningham

Tracy has an incredible story. She started out as Bette Midler’s Nanny and emerged into a top celebrity stylist. BTW- Bette Midler actually paid for her to go the beauty school! Her list of celebs includes Kim and Khloe Kardashian, Gwyneth Paltrow, Emma Stone, Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Britney Spears and many more.

Tracey is Redken’s creative consultant for color, co-owner of Mèche Salon in Beverly Hills, and currently travels around the country with her educational forums.

We love Tracey’s Instagram feed because she gives us insight into the work that she is doing and shares her color techniques. 

I l you and your #pinkhair @busyphilipps #olaplex and @jasonpaulhair for helping

A post shared by Tracey Cunningham (@traceycunningham1) on May 25, 2017 at 7:04pm PDT

Ursula Stephen

Another amazing celebrity stylist and salon owner with clients including Mary J. Blige and Rihanna. Ursula always knew hair was her passion and has been a licensed stylist since graduating high school.

We find Ursula’s Instagram feed inspirational as we follow her travels around the world doing hair. Recently she was at the Cannes Festival in France and the Met Gala in New York. She gives us something to reach for.

Gave @coveteur an all access pass into my kit! Click on link in bio for more. #UrsieOnHair #InTheKit #UnileverPartner #Suave @suavebeauty @goldnhotelite

A post shared by Ursula Stephen (@ursulastephen) on May 30, 2017 at 1:42pm PDT

Jen Atkin

Not only is Jen Atkin a celebrity stylist but the New York Times has called her “The Most Influential Hairstylist in the World”. Jen has over 2 million followers just on Instagram, and we understand why. She shares advice, how-tos, inspirational quotes, and fun tidbits with her followers.

Atkin has launched her own products line, OUAI, released a range of Beauty Works hair extensions, a line of hair accessories, and started maneaddicts.com, a digital magazine that has stories, how-to videos, workshops, celebrity contributors, and that allows readers to share content from across the world.

Throwback bc I can’t believe it’s been over 10 yrs since i was touring the 🌎 on Madonna’s tour with this movie star!! @sofisia7 so excited for The Mummy and so proud of u 🙏🏼🎬👯 Who would have guessed back then where life would take us!! #daughtergoals

A post shared by Celebrity Hairstylist (@jenatkinhair) on Jun 7, 2017 at 4:20pm PDT

Chris McMillan

The creator of “The Rachel”, the hairstyle from the TV show Friends that defined the 90’s, Chris McMillan is the quintessential California Stylist. His salon in Beverly Hills caters to celebrities wanting the laid back, sexy, beachy looks that Chris has created.

Following Chris on Instagram means seeing all those wonderful looks he is creating today for the red carpet and the numerous magazine covers.

@alexilubomirski @mrchrismcmillan #blackandwhitephoto #tattoo #raw #notouchup #gay #50 #documentlife #love

A post shared by C H R I S M C M I L L A N (@mrchrismcmillan) on Jun 6, 2017 at 7:52am PDT

Ted Gibson

Known for his editorial and runway work, Ted Gibson’s work has appeared in publications such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, Marie Claire, Vanity Fair, Allure, and many more. He has worked New York Fashion week for designer labels such as Pamella Roland, Carmen Marc Valvo, and Lela Rose.

Ted is fun to follow.  He is an educator and an inspiration for the craft which he loves. Seeing his creations leaves us stunned.

Sitting in The First Smart Salon in the world @starring #starringsalonconcept powered by @amazon #ALEXA come experience my #cloud #starring

A post shared by Ted Gibson (@tedgibson) on May 23, 2017 at 2:53pm PDT

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