Mode Around the Globe: Christina Hense

Christina Hense
@chriena

Photographed by Shaun Vadella
The Clan Hotel
www.theclanhotel.com.sg

What inspired you to pursue your career as a creator?
My passion for fashion, beauty, and editing videos. When social media shifted from photos to video content, I decided it was time to take my social media career seriously.

What’s the first thing you do each morning?
Drinking hot lemon water and putting on my Pixi eye patches before I walk my little dog, Masha. I think we should normalize wearing eye patches or sheet masks on our morning walks.

Who has been the most influential person in your life?
I get influenced by the closest people around me, like friends and family.

What is one thing people would be surprised to learn about you?
Probably that I was very insecure and felt ugly for most of my life. I worked hard on my inner self to build the confidence and self-love that I have now.

If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I moved to my favorite place, Dubai, just a year ago, all thanks to social media, my followers, and amazing brand partners.

What is your favorite way to unwind after a long day?
I’m a homebody, so being at home, watching a movie, and enjoying good food is the perfect way for me to relax.

What is a book, movie, or piece of art that has profoundly impacted you?
“The Law of Attraction” was the first book I read that really changed a lot about how I was thinking and, therefore, how I was taking actions in my day-to-day life.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
Favorite quote and life advice: “Beliefs become your thoughts. Your thoughts become your words. Your words become your actions. Your actions become your habits. Your habits become your values. Your values become your destiny.”

How do you balance your personal and professional life?
I think as an influencer, your personal and professional life is very interconnected, as you share a lot about your private life with your followers. This has its disadvantages, as you can never really take a break from work, but on the other hand, it is so much fun. I love everything I do, so I don’t feel like I really ever need a “vacation” from my work life.

What’s your go-to outfit or style that makes you feel confident?
My go-to outfit would be a matching skirt set because I love wearing skirts and dresses more than pants. A matching set is always so easy to look put together effortlessly.


What is a project or achievement you’re most proud of?
I recently wrote my first ebook, where I share my strategy on how I grew my following to over 2 million on TikTok and Instagram combined. I want to help others master the art of creating content and growing an audience on social media. I’ll be launching it very soon.

If you could relive any moment in your life, what would it be?
There is no specific moment of my life I would like to relive. I like to enjoy the moment whenever I can.

What’s your favorite meal or cuisine?
I’m a person who likes to eat many different dishes, so I could never just choose one favorite meal. I LOVE to try new cuisines and dishes I’ve never tried before.

How do you approach goal setting?
I set myself big goals and then break them down into smaller actionable steps. I write myself weekly plans and daily to-do lists. My motto has always been—and still is—“Success must be planned.”

What is one thing you hope to accomplish in the next year?
In 2025, I want to launch my own perfume brand. I’ve had an obsession with perfume since I was 13 and have always dreamed of creating my own scent one day.

How do you define success?
I don’t measure my success by the amount of money I make but rather by how happy and fulfilled I feel on a day-to-day basis. Being financially independent is important to me, but it’s also crucial that I only do the things I truly enjoy.

Describe your morning beauty ritual.
Definitely eye patches and a hydrating cream before I put on any makeup. Additionally, I have to have my lemon water in the morning, and I’m convinced it makes a difference in my skin and overall well-being.

What’s your go-to makeup trend at the moment?
Glowy base! I used to be an all-powder girl and loved matte makeup, but right now I love a hydrating cream base routine.

What is your favorite Pixi beauty product?
Definitely the eye patches and the priming oil. My favorite hack for glowy legs is the On The Glow Stick.

What was your favorite part of Modeliste’s Singapore getaway and the Clan Hotel?
I loved our group. The other girls and the whole Modeliste and Pixi team were amazing. We had so much fun every single day and laughed a lot.