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By Haley Gable·May 08, 2026
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If you haven’t already started using Instagram to showcase your work and build your clientele—the perfect time to start is now! BTC just reached over 1 million followers—so how do we celebrate? We’ve rounded up the top 12 Instagram tips for beginners—from some of the most successful stylists on social media—to get you started on gaining followers and growing your business!

1. Make yourself easy to find.
“You MUST put your contact information in your Instagram description,” shares BTC Founder and Creative Director Mary Rector-Gable. “Include your city, state and salon name.” This is essential for creating…