Hair salon · Forest Grove, OR · reviewed since 2014
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%61+33.3Reliability 24%59+14.3Value 14%87+12.3Replies to reviews 7%5+0.4Experts Score= 60Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.60SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#49 of 49 facial servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 0%
4.6★★★★★193 Google reviews · 24 photos
83%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
8.3%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
$49typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Google reviewers rate Absolute Hair Boutique 4.6 out of 5 based on 193 reviews, with the owner not responding to any feedback. Customers frequently praise specific stylists for providing accurate cuts, highlights, and pedicures that match reference pictures, noting friendly service and reasonable pricing. However, recurring criticisms in low-star reviews highlight inconsistent results between different staff members, unexpected additional fees for standard services like blow-dries, and instances of poor communication or rushed appointments.
Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 193 reviews (83% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 193 Google reviews (137 with written comments, 16 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Most recent review: July 9, 2026.
Service: Facial Service serving Forest Grove, Oregon.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
Score profile vs other facial services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.
Absolute Hair BoutiqueFacial Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Absolute Hair Boutique: 61/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.B
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Absolute Hair Boutique: 59/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.C
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Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Absolute Hair Boutique: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Absolute Hair Boutique: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
87
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Absolute Hair Boutique: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Absolute Hair Boutique: 5/100 on this factor. Category median: 78.F
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Star ratings
193 Google reviews we collected
4.6of 5
5 stars16083%
4 stars168%
3 stars63%
2 stars21%
1 star95%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 137 written reviews
92%praise
Praise12392%
Complaints118%
Price
What customers reported paying
$49-38% vs typical facial services
Middle half of what 17 customers paid ($32–$94) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude5037%
Quality & results3828%
Would recommend1612%
Price & value1310%
Speed & response75%
Communication54%
Honesty & trust54%
What customers talk about
We read 137 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The stylists are fun, friendly, and speak highly of each other’s work.”
“You did amazing work on my highlights and on my style.”
“I just had the worst pedicure that I have ever had.”
“Recommend her if you would like to have a haircut or style thanks Angela ur amazing I’ll”
“Very, very friendly staff 😀 & the prices are very fair.”
“Little over priced for a haircut that doesn't come with a blow dry or wash.”
“Mindy is the only one able to get my color just right and she is fast!”
“The color is great, she listened and was attentive to my preferences.”
“😜 I trust her with my whole family and many friends have sat in her chair too!”
People customers mention
Mindy7 reviews
Ashley6 reviews
Victoria6 reviews
Dawn5 reviews
Misty5 reviews
Tonya4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Absolute Hair Boutique for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Tina4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Ashley is great. She gave me long lovely layers just like the picture I brought in. Overall immaculate vibes. The stylists are fun, friendly, and speak highly of each other’s work. It’s also a screaming deal price point and they give good product recommendations.
Paid $20–40Haircut
SaelyLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Ashley is the Best! She's wonderful, knowledgeable, patient with my questions. Great vibe & service! Excellent price too. I love my new haircut! Thank you! ♥️
Paid $40–60HaircutHairstyling
NikkersLocal Guide · 12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★
I had a plan to get a perm. Then decided that wasn't going to turn out how I was hoping. It was my 1st appointment here. So I decided to have a haircut, add bangs & blonde foil. Ended up cutting off a good chunk on the length. Tonya was absolutely amazing & super flexible to accommodate my wants. Lol. She is fun to…
Paid $140–160HaircutHairstylingHair highlighting
Megan4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Ashley is the best! I have had several cuts by her and I'm always happy. She is fast and efficient and priced right!
Paid $40–60Bang trimHaircut
Miranda7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Victoria is an amazing hair stylist! Very knowledgeable and so professional and kind. Highly recommended Absolute Hair.
Paid $100–120HaircutHair coloring
DaniLocal Guide · 15 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
I just wanted to give a shout out to Shawna Bagg! She is Absolutely Amazing!!!! 10 stars hands down!
I saw Angela today and she did my hair for my graduation pics tonight and her mom Susan recommend me to her and she is so amazing and I love my hair how she did it I do
Recommend her if you would like to have a haircut or style thanks Angela ur amazing I’ll
Be back😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀
Services: Haircut, Hairstyling
Jasmine Lesure10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jasmine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Ashley is great. She gave me long lovely layers just like the picture I brought in. Overall immaculate vibes. The stylists are fun, friendly, and speak highly of each other’s work. It’s also a screaming deal price point and they give good product recommendations.
Price: $20–40
Services: Haircut
Saely JohnsonLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Saely has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Ashley is the Best! She's wonderful, knowledgeable, patient with my questions. Great vibe & service! Excellent price too. I love my new haircut! Thank you! ♥️
Price: $40–60
Services: Haircut, Hairstyling
NikkersLocal Guide · 12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Nikkers has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had a plan to get a perm. Then decided that wasn't going to turn out how I was hoping. It was my 1st appointment here. So I decided to have a haircut, add bangs & blonde foil. Ended up cutting off a good chunk on the length. Tonya was absolutely amazing & super flexible to accommodate my wants. Lol. She is fun to talk with, very kind, helpful & did a beautiful job with my hair. I found my hair person. I hadn't been to a salon in years. Had been cutting my own hair for a few years. I'm so happy & thankful I met Tonya & will be back for sure. I've had so many complaints & I love my new doo! Tonya rocks! Thank you ☺️
Price: $140–160
Services: Haircut, Hairstyling, Hair highlighting
Colleen Smith3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Colleen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Doya Fine Davis lives up to her name with her spa pedicures and nails! I have highly recommended her to a few of my friends.And i have actually bought 4 gift certificates in the past for the spa pedi! Very relaxing!
Services: Pedicure, Manicure
Martina ChildersLocal Guide · 271 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Martina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Doya did my pedicure and she was so attentive and relaxing. I never felt like she was rushing my appointment. She gives a great manicure as well. I have nothing but good things to say. My 5 year old granddaughter loves getting her nails done too! Doya makes us feel very welcome and special.
Megan Robertson4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Megan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.