Meet Our Stylists

Founder & Nail Technician 

Ashley Ringer

Hi! My name is Ashley Ringer!
I have been in the beauty industry since 2013 when I graduated from the nail institute.
I can say wholeheartedly that I love my job and feel incredibly grateful for all of my clients who continually support my business & leave happy with beautiful hands & feet!
I moved to Montana in 2001 and am happy to be in Billings creating a happy home with my son! I’m grateful to live in this community where we work together and small businesses are supported. 
I have owned Polished since 2015 and am so thankful for the stylists, technicians and estheticians that I have had a pleasure to work with over the years. 
We are so happy to continue to grow on the west end with The Shiloh Commons!

Nail technician/ Master Pedicurist

Kinzie Rutschke

Hi there, my name is Kinzie Rutschke. I am a licensed nail technician with nearly 15 years of experience. I specialize in structure gel manicures, spa pedicures and hand painted nail art. I am dual certified in luminary nail systems and high end dry manicure cuticle work. I also specialize in normal to problematic feet as a CMP®️ (Certified Master Pedicurist) I have had the honor of winning the Billings Gazette Readers Choice award both in the best nail technician and best pedicurist categories. I love being able to pamper my clients and throughly enjoy what I do! I can be reached at 406-794-4506

Hair Stylist & Lash Artist 

Taylor McKinney

Hello, my name is Taylor McKinney. I am a licensed cosmetologist and certified lash artist. I have lived in Billings since 2012 and have been in the beauty industry ever since I completed cosmetology school at Blanco Blanco. My current service menu includes eyelash extensions, lash lift and tints, facial waxing, brow tinting, and tooth gems.

Through my years of experience I have made it a priority to continue education in an ever so changing industry! My goal is to give my clients my very best and for them to simply feel happy through enhancing their beautiful features! Outside of my business I enjoy being with my family, camping, going on mini getaways, and "DIY"ing.

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Follow @lashviews.byt on social media for more info or to book!

CONTACT - tel 406.853.6203

Esthetician & Microblading Artist 

Broox Chandler



Hello, my name is Broox Chandler! I am an esthetician and licensed microblading artist. I have lived in Billings for ten years and have been an esthetician for almost 6 years. I specialize in all things brows. From waxing and tinting, laminations and shaping, to miroblading. I also offer lash lift & tints and some body waxing. My goal is to always enhance your natural features, not dramatize. Natural but noticeable is what I stand by. Through my years of experience and routine continued education, I have developed my brand, style, and passion. Please feel free to check out my social media & website to see a full description on all services, and to book!

bsbrows.biz 

Blonding & Beaded Weft Extension Specialist

Shelbi Mallon-Reid



Hi I’m Shelbi Mallon-Reid I am a licensed cosmetologist who specializes in blonding techniques and beaded weft extensions. I love furthering my education to provide you with the best services possible. My goal in this industry is to give you the highest quality of work to make you feel the most beautiful you can in your own skin. 

 

 (406)249-8385 text to book or go to hairbyshelbimallon.com 

Blended Color & Extension Specialist 

Mikayla Waarvik 

Hi, my name is Mikayla Waarvik.

I have been dedicated to this industry for 14+ years. I specialize in natural, blended colors that are low maintenance. I am certified in handtied extension services. I take pride in my business and like to take regular education courses. I love creating a space where you are relaxed and comfortable while treating yourself. 

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https://www.opalhairmt.com/ 

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Licensed Cosmetologist

Kayla Marin 

Hello! I'm Kayla Marin and I am a licensed cosmetologist who specializes in balayage, fine/thin hair, beaded weft extensions, and brazilian waxing. I am a Billings, MT native and have been in the industry for 11 plus years. My goal is to have you leave my chair not only in love with your hair, but also feel rejuvenated and renewed. I continue to educate myself on modernized methods and the latest techniques and it shows in the smiles of my guests. 

(406) 839-5784 text to book or go to kaylamarin.com

Blonde & Extension Specialist 

Jennifer Robertus

Hi, my name is Jennifer! I started my education and passion at Blanco Blanco Cosmetology school. I graduated in 2015 and have been enjoying  making people look and feel their best ever since! I love working with my clients to create new and unique looks that they can feel great in. I specialize in blondes and extensions but, love all things hair! I am continually expanding my education and resources to give my clients the best and up-to-date trends. When not in the salon, I can be found hanging out in the sun with my daughter Sawyer!

Call or text to book: 406-860-0124

Licensed Massage Therapist 

Erica Hull 

Hi I’m Erica Hull, a licensed massage therapist in Billings, Mt. I graduated in 2004 from the Montana Institute of Massage Therapy. I spent the first eight years of my career working at two local days spas. For the last ten years I have ran my own massage therapy business.

I love massage entirely and the abundant benefits it provides. I mostly practice Swedish massage but also incorporate deep tissue, trigger point therapy, hot stones, cupping therapy, reflexology, trauma body work, Reiki, and Lomi Lomi. I will be taking appointments Monday-Friday and every other Saturday. I’m excited to start this new journey at Polished. Call or text to book.

(406) 698-7300

Transform the body, heal the soul!

Lash & Nail Technician

Emily Nienaber 

Hi my name is Emily Nienaber!

I am a Lash and Nail Technician here in Billings. I graduated from Rituals Institute Summer 2021 and knew I had a passion for nails. I quickly became trained in Lash Extensions and I love being able to make my client feel beautiful. 

I love my job especially getting to hang out with all of my great clients every day.

In my free time I like to hang out with my friends and family, mountain bike and paint. 

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To Book an appointment message me on Social Media or text me at (406) 794-3986!

Permanent Makeup Artist 

Leah Angel

My name is Leah Angel and I own L. Permanent Cosmetics Studio in Billings, MT!

I have been a licensed Esthetician for 12 years,  teaching Esthetics for 3 years and opened my PMU Studio this year! 

I offer Microblading,  Ombre/Powder Brows and Lip Blushing and Neutralization. I also teach those courses and Mentor all of my Esthetic and PMU students. 

I am the mother of 3 beautiful daughters!

I look forwarded to touching lives and being touched by them! 

Some of the most beautiful conversations in my classroom are not PMU related. 

COMMUNITY.

Lpermanentcosmeticsstudio.com  

Blonde & Color Correction Specialist 

Jaime Biehl

Hello, my name is Jaime Biehl. I am a licensed Cosmetologist with 18 years of experience with continued education throughout those 18 years. Specializing in blondes and color corrections, I offer hair services to women, men, and children.

 My goal is to always have my clients enjoy their appointment time and leave feeling confident, renewed, and relaxed. I love the beauty industry and being able to be a part of my clients lives.

 I am only accepting new clients for daytime appointments at this time.
Text (406)860-3930 to book an appointment.

Color & Hand Tied Weft Extension Specialist

Samantha Downey

Hello, my name is Samantha Downey. I am a licensed cosmetologist specializing in color and hand tied weft extensions. I graduated from Blanco Blanco in 2013. Hair is my passion and seeing my clients smile and leave so happy is one of my favorite parts of what I get to do! I am always looking for more ways to grow in this business. I like a challenge and love creating beautiful hair. 

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Contact cell- 406-647-3003

Nail / Hair / Waxing Specialist

Julie Axa Bares

Hello! My name is Julie Axa Bares. I have been dedicated to this industry for 8 years, and am thankful for every minute of it.
I work with hair nails and waxing. Being a Nail Tech is so fun for me because I am able to be creative and create different styles of nail art while talking with my clients about their lives!
I specialize in braiding, halos, falls, colors and balayages, I am also certified in hand tied extensions.
I am raised in Billings, but I am originally from San Salvador, El Salvador. Being passionate for what I do is just one of the items on my list that I want my clients to leave the salon knowing. I want my clients to feel welcome with all different types of hair and textures, and I always want them to leave feeling like their best selves! I am always working to improve my craft, and can’t wait to see new people in my chair! Being a cosmetologist is more than just doing nails or hair, I want to be the reason someone goes home with a smile on their face.

To contact me you can visit my Facebook page or text me at +1 (406) 794-2505!

Color and Balayage Specialist

Rebecca Lane

Hi there! My name is Rebecca, and I have been a hair stylist for over 12 years. I am your girl for haircuts and hand-painted balayage colors!

I graduated from the Gene Juarez Academy of Beauty in 2010. Following that, I went to their advanced training salon in Seattle to specialize in color. After graduation, I completed additional classes for balayage (I love balayage in case you could not tell)!

I moved to Billings from Washington State in 2013, and I absolutely love being a part of the community here. When I am not making your hair look fabulous, I am traveling and hanging out with my sweet pup Winnie.

Licensed Nail Tech 

Cortney Kallevig

Hi, my name is Cortney Kallevig. I have been a licensed nail tech since 2006. I specialize in acrylic and gel extensions. I also offer gel pedicures, gel polish and men’s pedicures. I recently have been certified in Luminary Structured manicures and have gone to nail camp 2022 for more classes. I look forward to meeting new clients and helping achieve your nail goals. I can be reached at 406-425-0282 or at my booking site cortneykallevig.GlossGenius.com

Color & Extension Specialist

Tana Miracle 

I’m Tana Miracle. I am a Montana native and have been a licensed cosmetologist, color and extension specialist for 10 years. I knew I wanted to be a stylist since I was little.  I love everything about the beauty industry, specialize in women’s cuts and colors, and am certified in Habit hand-tied hair extensions. Natural color tones and balayage color transformations are my favorite. My passion for making clients of all ages feel and look beautiful fills me with pride. I love watching my clients leave my chair a little more confident. 

When I’m not behind the chair you’re likely to find me with my family at our family business serving The One and Only Original Texas Twister Drink!