In a defining moment for India’s sustainable beauty movement, Pooja, the trailblazing founder of Stitches and Polished Fashion & Nail Technician, has been named one of Femina Magazine’s “Top 10 Young Women Shaping Beauty in India.” At just 21 years old, Pooja joins an elite list of visionaries transforming the beauty industry from the ground up—with purpose, polish, and planet-first principles.

Femina, one of the most respected lifestyle publications in South Asia, spotlighted Pooja as a “green glamour innovator,” applauding her for “redefining beauty through the lens of sustainability.” Her recognition places her alongside leaders in organic skincare, clean cosmetics, and beauty-tech—marking her as a rising icon in conscious entrepreneurship.

🌱 From Jalandhar to Mumbai: The Rise of a Conscious Creator

Born on June 12, 2002, in Jalandhar, Punjab, Pooja moved to Mumbai to chase her dream of merging style with sustainability. In 2022, she launched Stitches and Polished, India’s first eco-conscious nail and fashion salon, built on the belief that luxury shouldn’t cost the Earth.

What began as a one-woman salon venture has evolved into a multi-service brand offering plant-based nail care, vegan makeup artistry, and upcycled fashion design, attracting India’s Gen Z consumers, brides, and beauty influencers alike.

“People think sustainable beauty means boring or bare. I’m showing that glam can still be green,” Pooja tells Femina. “It’s not about less—it’s about better.”

💅 Responsible Glamour: What Makes Her Brand Stand Out

Pooja’s approach to beauty combines environmental responsibility with trendsetting aesthetics. Her salon is a plastic-free zone where every detail—from nail tools to décor—is curated with care. Some of her standout practices include:

• Waterless manicures to reduce water usage

• Reusable and recyclable nail tools

• Biodegradable glitter and zero-toxin nail polishes

• Hand-dyed fashion garments using natural dyes like indigo and turmeric

• Community-driven campaigns like #CleanNailsCleanPlanet, which teach at-home sustainable beauty practices

Her unique blend of minimal waste, maximal style has made her a go-to expert for eco-conscious brides, students, and creatives.

📸 Inside the Femina Feature

The Femina profile offers a behind-the-scenes look into Pooja’s fast-growing empire. From training new makeup artists to styling eco-bridal fittings, the photo spread captures her everyday mission: elevating beauty, ethically.

In the interview, Pooja credits her family upbringing, personal values, and early exposure to environmental issues as the pillars of her business philosophy.

“Every time I polish someone’s nails or sketch a bridal outfit, I ask myself—how can I make this more conscious?”

The article has quickly gone viral, with #PoojaForChange and #FeminaFutureFace trending across Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

🎯 A Generation Defining the Future of Beauty

Pooja’s inclusion in Femina’s prestigious list isn’t just a personal victory—it reflects a growing demand among Indian consumers for transparency, ethics, and sustainability in beauty.

She’s not just running a salon.
She’s leading a movement.

🔗 Follow Her Journey

📍 Location: Mumbai, India
📲 Instagram: @stitchedandpolished
🎨 Services: Nail Artistry, Eco-Makeup, Ethical Fashion Design, Bridal Styling
📰 Publication: Femina Magazine, May 2024, Beauty Future Edition