MiniLuxe Hingham

After a few poor experiences at a couple local nail salons — I decided to pony up the extra money and get my gel mani at Miniluxe Hingham. I’ve always been a fan of Miniluxe — beautiful place, comfortable, great selection of colors, very clean. The place I’d typically buy a gift certificate for someone else. But I was always apprehensive to get my regular mani/​pedi because it is a big extra than other places. Well, lesson learned, my gel mani looks awesome and it’s going on 2 weeks. The woman who did my nails was very sweet. The experience was relaxing and efficient. From now on I’m going to get my nails done here. It is worth the extra money. $ 45 for gel — and typically $ 30 at other places, just do it — pony up the extra $ 15…you won’t regret it. And hey, if it ever chips, they would fix it easily without any hassle.

Loved my gel manicure from here! I had ripped off acrylic nails the day before, and you couldn’t even tell when I left. The woman I had was a miracle worker. It lasted about 2 weeks before even chipping. The have a large variety of colors, I went with a neutral brownish-​grey called Taupeless Beach. The nail tech I had was very friendly and actually talked to me unlike some of the assembly line nail salons in the area. At every other place I’ve gone the hand massage is sloppy, awkward, quick, and greasy (I usually have to wash my hands before I leave because of all the excess lotion). But not at this place, and the Lemonade lotion they use is not strong at all, or greasy. I actually wanted to take the bottle home with me.

I’ve been here several times and the ambiance can’t be beat. Normally I get an amazing manicure here that lasts 2 weeks (regular, not gel)! I went this weekend and my technician clipped my cuticle bed pretty good and later that day that nail chipped (I’m guessing she didn’t properly alcohol –wipe it so she wouldn’t hurt me). When I called later the manager was incredibly professional and offered me a free manicure when I come in next time. I will definitely be going back since I love Miniluxe!

I get a pedicure religiously every 2 weeks during the summer and a manicure about once a month. I have a few places I alternate between, but came here for a bachelorette party. When I looked at the price list I laughed– $ 60 for a regular mani/​pedi?! I imagined it was going to be the best mani/​pedi of my life for that much. I was incorrect.
I usually bring my own color with me so that in the event it chips, I can fix it myself, but I wanted plain white so I figured they would have it there. I chose a white bottle of OPI polish and sat down to have a pedicure. I found it odd that there weren’t any massage chairs for a pedicure, but rather a bench style seat with two basins in front of it. After a rather underwhelming pedicure, it came time to paint my toes. The technician tried the OPI polish I had chosen, but said it was too light and asked if she could grab a different one– no problem. She brought back one of their Miniluxe brand polishes in white and used that instead. Then I had a rather basic manicure using the same polish, paid my $ 60, plus tip, then left.
We all went and grabbed lunch at Burton’s and then hopped in cars to head to Portland to continue the celebration. When we were driving, I looked down and my toe polish looked awful! Dirt had gathered at the point where the clear top coat stopped covering the white polish underneath– it didn’t cover the whole toe. Then I felt my feet and they were rough and dry. If that wasn’t enough, after we got to the hotel in Portland, I went to go change out of flip flops and saw that two of my toes at chipped! And, of course, I didn’t have the polish with me to fix it.
«The technician was very nice» and «the place is very clean» are the only positive comments I can make about my experience with Miniluxe. But there are numerous places in the area I can say the same thing about without having to pay $ 60 and without having polish chip same day. Certainly won’t be coming back here ever nor will I recommend it to anyone I know.

For the money I paid for a pedicure, I expected it to be the best one of my life, and it just wasn’t. I did really like my nail technician, Michelle. She gave a good leg massage and was very sweet. I do not think, however that the quality of the polish or the actually paint job was so good. One of the girls I was with had her pedicure chip just hours after leaving the salon. Another girl’s manicure needed another coat, maybe two, and looked streaky. (They had different nail techs). When I looked more closely at my own pedicure, I noticed spots that were left unpainted or nail polish left on my toe.
I will say miniluxe was probably the cleanest place I’ve ever had a pedicure, so that was a plus. They have a veey good selection of colors. But i think I’ll stick to my local $ 25 pedicure joint from now on.

I went to Mini Luxe today for the first time and had a wonderful experience. I was able to make my appointment only 20 minutes before and they were more than happy to take me.
The actual setting of Mini Luxe is very clean and welcoming. All utensils very sterile.
I saw Victoria for an eyebrow waxing. She made me feel very comfortable and relaxed. She took time waxing, tweezing, and trimming my eyebrows, and made alterations that I asked for after showing them to me. Price for eyebrows is $ 20. Would definitely go back!

I’ve posted a review previously but I have to share again. MiniLuxe in Hingham is awesome and Angela is my favorite tech. Not only because she’s my friend, but because she takes care of her clients and really gets to know them. She’s helpful with suggestions on colors to choose, add-​ons (when necessary) and flexible with appointments. I drive almost an hour to get here but just because they are so awesome! If you’re looking for a new place, I highly recommend MiniLuxe Hingham AND Angela.

I always go to Angela D’Elia. She’s fantastic — does a great job and is very personable and will chat if you want or respect when you want to just relax.

I LOVE Minilux at Derby Street! I always have a wonderful experience. The shop is immaculate and everyone is so friendly. Angela is my favorite technician… week after week she always does an amazing job!

My girlfriend and I went here on a day date! We made a reservation and they were ready for us when we walked in with seats right next to each other. We had Nikki and Audrey! Both were wonderful, friendly and thorough. We got to talking with them both and they have been friends since they were kids in Thailand!!! I was amazed by their story and they had a great dynamic together. The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because the benches where you sit could be a little more comfortable. The bench style isn’t conducive for the ultimate relaxation. The ambiance — top notch; service — top notch. Overall though a wonderful experience and we are both very happy :)

The minute I walked into the spa last Friday I was greeted with 2 very nice and warm smiles from the girls at the front desk and felt welcomed. The place and the people are very professional and classy. I came in for a wax and met Victoria. She did a fabulous job and was so pleasant and enjoyable to talk to. I’ll be a regular customer going forward. I highly recommend the salon and Victoria.

My experience with this business started off strong.
It’s a beautiful, clean, peaceful salon. However, today was horrible. Central booking booked me for tomorrow instead of today, all the while asking if I could make it from my current location to Hingham for a 4:30 appt. Once I got there the manager realize the miscommunication. She was great. Work to fit me in. However, the two nail technicians were not great. The one who did my manicure was 15 mins late and then chastised me for my short nails and did a fair job with the manicure. Polish pooling at the cuticles, etc. areas of the polish lighter than others. She was put out when I asked to fix things. Definitely not worth the premium $$. She spent additional time trying to fix the problems and her next appointment walked out because she’s waited a half hour. She was mad and left me sitting at her station and walked away. I wasn’t sitting at a drying station and no indication of what was next. Her friend then came over to do my pedicure and was not very friendly.
I am so disappointed. I had high hopes for this salon and was willing to pay the extra $$. Now I’m not so sure.

Too high of price for anything. Doesn’t even last that long. Higher price … Less of a tip. Even if you have a schedule appointment … They will make you wait or even rush your time because they are behind. Why be a hectic atmosphere where you’re suppose to feel relaxed. You Can’t!!! Go back to your old salon… It’s worth your time and money!

I’m so torn about MiniLuxe!
The facility is sparkling clean and the technicians whip out freshly packaged tools each time. Love that! The girls at the desk were incredibly sweet and helpful.
My shellac mani was going great until we got to the nail art. I just wanted some sparkly swirls on my ring finger nails. My technician did not even attempt and a 2^nd technician came over to try. It did not come out very well and I ended up having them remove it. Disappointed I couldn’t get a little something extra special for my Thanksgiving mani, but the girls at the desk were super apologetic and of course didn’t charge for the nail art.
I would definitely consider going back for a basic or plain shellac mani because the place and staff are SOOO nice, but I was very bummed the technicians that worked with me weren’t a bit more skilled (especially if nail art is a service offered and booked in advance).

Clean, Bright, & Beautiful nail salon. I was a walk in around 7:45pm on a Monday night got in & seated within 10min. Great color selection & the technician Vicky was very nice & knowledgeable.
I would of given 5 stars but I wish the massage was a bit longer for the kind of high price for a pedicure but it is Hingham after all. Everything seems to be pricier in Hingham. I really like that the techs weren’t talking in another language to each other as well. I also thought the iPads at the drying stations was pretty cool. I plan on returning for a gel manicure soon.

This place is what every nail salon should strive to be. Hospital, clean, sanitary and professional. I went the other day with my mom and we both got pedicures. Before sitting down the lady at the front desk makes sure you have what you need to be comfortable. The basin for your feet don’t have those built in jets that are a breeding ground for bacteria. All the instruments and tools used are taken out of a sanitary package or whatever you call that. Unwrapped right in front of you. My pedicurist was Lam and she did a great job. She was gentle and went the extra mile (and charge $$ with a treatment on my feet). So actually I would watch out for that if they ask. It can get steep.
The pedicure came out perfect and I would definitely go back simply for the facilities.

I had a great mani pedi here last month!
I really like the pedicure stations and everything is extremely clean. There is a nice selection of colors and I saw the girl next to me getting a really cool manicure that was like a fading out glittering thing. is that a good visual?
I would come here all the time but the prices are pretty high. I had a gift card to use so that I had a nice excuse to come.

I have been into the Derby Street Mini Luxe location on several occasions and never once have I left dissatisfied. This is a team of friendly, personable, professional, and detail oriented women. From the receptionists to the technicians Mini Luxe is on point. I see Vicky once every two weeks for a shellac manicure and she is a perfectionist. My polish always looks smooth and even, lasting the full two weeks beautifully. Victoria also does an excellent wax– head to toe, incomparable to any others I have been to. I cannot say enough positive things. I just love Mini Luxe :)

I’ve been to here twice. First time I got a Brazilian wax with Marcia (great), gel mani with Angela (perfection). And the second I got a eye brow wax (not the best, few strays that were missed), back to Angela for my gel mani and then a pedi with someone else.
I was very happy with my pedicure until I came home and looked at my toes. It looks like the second coat of Polish was not applied to my entire nail and looks kinda jacked up. You can see where it wasn’t applied, there’s a clear ridge I don’t have time to go get it fixed before I go away again, which is a shame. So I’ll have jacked up toes for a few weeks. And for the price, I expected a good polish job, my nails were perfection.
I’ll probably try them for a pedi again, but go to someone else.

I was at derby shops today and on a whim went to get a manicure. They had an hour wait which was fine by me. When I came back for my appointment I checked in but the girl at the desk never explained that the wall of polishes were half testers & half live product. I only noticed the live product so I didn’t know I could choose a color. Small issue but quickly resolved once Binh (I believe that was her name) came to get me. She walked over to the wall with me and asked me what my color preferences were and I picked a green with gold glitter. She then pulled another dark green color and showed me how if we put the green under the glittery one, it pops more. Sold! I love that she was really interactive with my color selection.
My manicure was awesome. It has been about 7 mo since I’ve done my nails professionally so I was in dire need of some help. Binh trimmed, filed & polished my nails to perfection. And the hand massage? Heaven.
I will definitely be back to see her soon!