MENU
SEARCHAt just 12 years old, Alanna J. Wall and her group of volunteers have banded together to put some polish in the lives of those who need it most.
Alanna J. Wall, founder of Polished Girlz
October 18th marked the opening of the Los Angeles chapter of Polished Girlz. The opening party was a huge success, drawing in nail professionals and celebrities alike. Among those who attended were celebrity nail artist Naja Rickett, Brian Garces, Skye Townsend, and Kate Linder. The following day, Polished Girlz was able to polish at the Ronald McDonald House in Los Angeles in a partnership with 7 For All Mankind. The event was sponsored by Orly, who provided all the color and glitter any girl could ever dream of. At the moment, Alanna’s favorite polish is one of those sparklies, aptly named “Be Brave.” It’s a pink color with a cancer awareness charm. Recently Alanna painted the nails of a little girl who was diagnosed with a rare bone cancer with that color.
Being brave and polished is what Alanna’s mission is all about. Polished Girlz serves organizations that take care of children with special needs including hospitals, support groups, Ronald McDonald Houses, Muscular Dystrophy Association, Sickle Cell Association, Down Syndrome Association, Mended Little Hearts, as well as serving clients in the privacy of their homes. “The best part about volunteering is not only getting to make others feel good but getting to make new friends. I feel like it’s not work if it is something that you love to do and what I have learned the most is that you are never too young to serve,” says Alanna.
Alanna not only serves clients in need of some pampering, but she also gets an important message out about sanitation. Hand washing and infection reduction can save lives, and that message is not only aimed at clients, but at volunteers, parents, nurses, and everyone else who gets excited about nails as much as the Polished Girlz do.
— Beth
Before a client has even sat down, she has decided whether your salon has its act together, and scent is the one piece of that first impression most salons leave to chance. Aura House co-owner Leif Frey makes the honest case for ambient scent in a salon, including why ventilation, not fragrance, is the answer to fumes. Plus, the four decisions that matter more than which scent you pick.
Sponsored by Aura House
Premiere Show Group has announced IN FOCUS, the creative campaign behind the Premiere 2027 Show Tour, developed in collaboration with award-winning Ashlee Norman Hair & Team.
For Halloween, Sam Villa ArTeam's Ellen Devine creates witchy vibes with her Maleficent look.
Sofia Vergara, Lucy Hale, Alison Brie, John Salley, Brian Austin Green and more honored the best achievements in Science Behind Beauty, Health & Wellness at this glittering event.
Stress was the factor respondents blamed most often when their skin worsened, cited by 54%, followed by diet at 37% and hormones at 35%.
The anniversary campaign includes a proposed French Manicure Day and submission of the original French Manicure Kit for consideration by the Smithsonian's Personal Care and Cosmetics Collection.
The show reported 30% attendance growth. It felt that way. This event for the southwest professional beauty community had heart, spice, and something for everyone.
For Christian Cowan’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection, the designer drew inspiration from classic feminine silhouettes, reimagined with a cool edge and unexpected textures.
MelodySusie is celebrating its 17th anniversary. It is a time to celebrate another year of growth, another year of innovation, and another chapter of the journey we've shared with nail lovers around the world. From first-time nail enthusiasts and bold creators to professionals turning passion into a career, we’re grateful for every person and community who has made nail artistry their own.
Sponsored by MelodySusie
Join us in congratulating this year's list of hardworking, game-changing individuals.
