Nail spa opens downtown

Sean Kruse and his fiance Michelle Dang opened The Polish Nail & Spa for business on March 19. They are located at 110 North 5th Street. Kruse moved to Thermopolis about five years ago after he left Aberdeen, South Dakota where he worked as a store manager at Walmart for 30 years. Kruse is also the Deputy Assessor for Hot Springs County. Just before he left for Wyoming, Kruse met Michelle Dang and immediately fell in love. 

For the past five years, their long-distance relationship blossomed and together they decided to create The Polish Nail & Spa. Dang has 15 years of experience as a nail artist doing manicures and pedicures. She worked in the nail shop in Walmart where they met. Dang lived two years in Bismarck and then eight years in Aberdeen, South Dakota.

Kruse and Dang discussed for some time what to do in Thermopolis together. Kruse said, "Over the last few years, we've decided there's a lot of opportunity in a town like this for this kind of business. The way that we're doing it didn't really exist. And with the explosion since COVID, the explosion of people moving into town, we thought it was a good opportunity to bring this kind of business."

The Polish Nail & Spa has a variety of features they offer. Kruse said, "Just having these pedicure chairs here. I don't think anybody else in town has any of those. And then just the atmosphere and the amount of colors and then one service that we offer that others don't is dipping powders."

Dang added about the dipping powders that "they are very popular in bigger cities." According to Kruse and Dang, dipping powders makes sure the nails are healthier and stronger, which is different from applying acrylic or gels.

The Polish Nail & Spa offers manicures, pedicures, and four different combo specials with prices that are similar to what one would find in Cheyenne or Casper, according to Kruse. 

Dang says on their website, "Welcome to your cozy sanctuary in Thermopolis. I'm here to focus solely on your beauty and wellness needs. Each appointment is crafted just for you, offering a range of services to rejuvenate your body, mind, and spirit. From manicures and pedicures, every treatment aims to leave you feeling refreshed and renewed."

"For personalized attention, appointments are necessary. This ensures I can fully focus on your needs, providing an exceptional experience tailored just for you. Whether it's self-care or preparing for a special event, your journey to beauty starts with a call," said Dang.

Regarding them being part of the community, Kruse said, "I think the origin of it is based on us falling in love with Thermopolis and wanting to be a contributing part of the community. That was a huge part of our decision to do this. We've both fallen in love with the town."

To make an appointment at The Polish Nail & Spa, call 864-3888. Visit their website at thepolishnailspa.com or email them at thepolishnailspa@gmail.com. Be sure to pick up their loyal cards as well for your frequent visits.