What nail services does Salt & Polish Nail Bar offer?
Salt & Polish Nail Bar offers a full range of nail and beauty services including manicures (from $30), gel polish ($45), builder gel ($65–$80), Gel-X ($70), dip powder ($55–$65), acrylic ($65–$70), pedicures (from $45 to $150), kids services (ages 10 and under), facials ($75–$220), waxing, and eyebrow/eyelash tinting. All services use non-toxic, vegan, and TPO-free products.
What does TPO-free mean and why does it matter?
TPO (trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide) is a chemical photoinitiator commonly found in gel nail products. It has been linked to skin sensitization and allergic reactions. At Salt & Polish, we use TPO-free gel systems along with non-toxic and vegan products to protect your nail health and overall wellbeing. Brands like Dazzle Dry and Londontown are formulated without harmful chemicals found in conventional nail products.
Where is Salt & Polish Nail Bar located?
Salt & Polish Nail Bar is located at 131 Lexington St, Waltham, MA 02452. We serve clients from Waltham, Belmont, Woburn, and Reading. We are open Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Saturday from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM, and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Who is Vicky, the owner of Salt & Polish?
Vicky is the founder and owner of Salt & Polish Nail Bar. She is a Licensed Nail and Facial Specialist with over 25 years of experience in the beauty industry. Vicky spent 10 years working in New York before building a 15+ year practice serving clients in the Boston area. Her philosophy is simple: “Beautiful results should never come at the cost of your health.”
What nail product brands do you use?
We exclusively use premium, health-conscious brands including Londontown (clean luxury nail care), Dazzle Dry (non-toxic nail lacquer), OPI (professional nail color), DND (gel, lacquer & dip powder trio), Aprés Gel (premium gel system), Aprés Gel-X (soft gel extensions), Emena (premium gel products), ItalWax (premium Italian wax), and FarmHouse Fresh (organic skincare). Every product is carefully selected to be non-toxic, vegan, and TPO-free.
Do you offer nail services for kids?
Yes! Salt & Polish offers a dedicated kids menu for children aged 10 and under. Services include Kids Manicure ($20), Kids Gel Manicure ($30), Kids Pedicure ($30), Kids Hand Polish Change ($15), and Kids Toe Polish Change ($20). All kids services use the same non-toxic, vegan, TPO-free products we use for adult services.
Do you do builder gel nails in Waltham?
Yes — builder gel is one of our specialties. We offer Builder Gel Overlay ($70), Builder Gel Full Set ($80), Builder Gel Fill ($65), and Gel-X soft gel extensions ($70). All builder gel systems we use are non-toxic, vegan, and TPO-free. We serve clients from Waltham, Belmont, Woburn, and Reading.
What is the difference between builder gel and acrylic nails?
Builder gel is a thick, self-leveling gel cured under LED light — it’s lighter, more flexible, and gentler on the natural nail than acrylic, with no monomer odor. Acrylic uses a liquid-and-powder system that creates a harder, more rigid extension. Builder gel is ideal for strengthening natural nails or short extensions; acrylic suits dramatic length. We offer both, using non-toxic, TPO-free formulas.
What facial treatments do you offer?
We offer four facial treatments: Salt Express ($75, 30 min) for a quick cleansing and hydration refresh. Salt Glow Facial ($120, 60 min) for deep cleansing and skin brightening. Salt Signature Facial ($160, 60 min) with advanced nutrient infusion. Salt Luxury Facial ($220, 75 min) for intensive hydration and deep cell recovery. Add-ons include LED light therapy, chemical peels, velvet collagen masks, and dermaplaning.
