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BUBBLES Salons logoHow 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%91+49.6Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%97+13.7Replies to reviews 7%56+4Craft & service penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 88Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.88SCORE

BUBBLES Salons

Charlottesville, VA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #61Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 127 wedding hair stylists · 4.9★ from 677 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other wedding hair stylists (100 = best)Each 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: momentum and craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 91% of wedding hair stylists.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 86% of wedding hair stylists.A
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle 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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 97% of wedding hair stylists.A
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ValueValue · 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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 97% of wedding hair stylists.A
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises 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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 100% of wedding hair stylists.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies 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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 56% of wedding hair stylists.C
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Customers hired BUBBLES Salons for 8 kinds of job.

BUBBLES Salons for curly hair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.20
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$60–80
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$58–$154
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 87/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Curly hair”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#7 / 40

All 20 Google reviews tagged “Curly hair”

Sheila3 reviewsTotal 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. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

Morgan L always does a fantastic job!

Paid $160–180HaircutHairstylingCurly hair
Simply1 reviewTotal 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 month ago★★★★★

Lanyah took such good care of me. I’m going to be honest I was so nervous and put off my hair care so much to avoid any big changes. I carefully searched for the best person to cut and style INCHES of curly hair. I could not have chosen someone better. Thank you so much for being so attentive and careful.

Paid $60–80HaircutCurly hair
Jessica1 reviewTotal 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

I really enjoyed my experience with my stylist today. She was educated on my hair type, Polite, considerate and so much more. I will be scheduling again with her. I feel so renewed and beautiful.

Customer photo from Jessica's review
Paid $80–100HaircutCurly hair
Daniel8 reviewsTotal 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

A very pleasant and smooth experience for a simple haircut, with shampoo and conditioning was in and out in half an hour

Paid $40–60HaircutCurly hair
Melissa1 reviewTotal 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. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

I highly recommend Bubbles salon ! Britt is hands down the best hair stylist I’ve ever been to. She absolutely kills it every time whether it’s a fresh cut, a gorgeous color, or a perfectly styled finish. She just gets it. Her eye for detail and ability to bring my vision to life (or create one when I have no idea…

Paid $200+Kids' cutsUpdosBlowouts
KristaLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

I am a loyal to Morgan A. She did such an amazing job on my hair and also my daughter’s hair. Thank you sooooo much. 💖

Paid $40–60Kids' cutsHaircutCurly hair
N2 reviewsTotal 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Always amazing, La’Nyah is so sweet and worked so hard to make sure my hair was perfect before I left and had great ideas for how to achieve the look I wanted. Sydney is another one of my favorites, they are always careful and creative and turn out amazing hair!

Paid $200+Hair glazingCurly hairBalayage
Tera4 reviewsTotal 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. · Edited 7 months ago★★★★★

Maddie is a great colorist and oh so friendly. I love the results she makes for my super curly, baby fine hair.

BlowoutsHaircutHairstyling
RebeccaLocal Guide · 78 reviewsTotal 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Had my first haircut at Bubbles and I had a great experience! There was a bit of a wait due to the holiday business, but my hairdresser, Leniya took great care of me! She truly listened to my needs and wants and gave me a great haircut accordingly. On top of that, we had a great conversation! I’m looking forward to coming back consistently. :)

Paid $60–80HaircutBlowdryCurly hair
Stacey5 reviewsTotal 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. · Edited 10 months ago★★★★★

Britt rocks! Love this salon and love the team atmosphere!!!!

BlowoutsHaircutHair glossing
SebastianLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal 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. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

As a man who cares about his appearance and grooming, I can say for certain that consistent, high-quality, and friendly salon experiences are hard to find in Charlottesville. With Morgan, it is the standard. Thank you again, Morgan.

Paid $60–80HairstylingCurly hair
Robin1 reviewTotal 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 have been going to Bubbles since it opened. Meghan is wonderful with thick frizzy hair and conscious that she styles it the way I like it. She and all the stylists are very friendly, professional and talented. Management has always made sure I’m happy with results. I highly recommend Bubbles and their products.

Paid $100–120HairstylingHair coloringUpdos
Shana4 reviewsTotal 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. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

As a customer of Bubbles for many years, I can’t tell you how much I love this Salon. The staff is amazing and very friendly. The stylists go above and beyond to give you the look you want and they’re very honest with the process it will take, especially when doing something drastic. The atmosphere is great as well!…

Paid $100–120HairstylingHair coloringKids' cuts
Beverly1 reviewTotal 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Great service from Belle. She did a lovely job with my curly hair and offered advice on hair color and the best products for my hair type.

HaircutCurly hair
MarindaLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I came to Jennifer specifically because she was recommended as someone who cuts curly/wavy hair well. She gave lots of great advice about how to treat my wavy hair and she did a wonderful job cutting and styling it, the end result doesn't look weighed down like what happens when I go to people unfamiliar with wavy…

HaircutCurly hair
Anneleise1 reviewTotal 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I have been going to this salon since 2014 and bringing my kids in for cuts since 2022. I must say they are the best in Cville!!! Stacy and Britt are the best in the business and will never steer you wrong when it comes to your hair ❤️

HairstylingHair coloringKids' cuts
Melissa9 reviewsTotal 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I have only trusted 2 people with my hair since an “incident” with the hairdresser at the end of 7th grade that resulted in a mushroom cut and trauma. I have gone to Bubbles for the last 20 years and I would trust Stacey with my life, and more importantly, my curls. The stylists at Bubbles are friendly, professional…

Paid $180–200HairstylingHair coloringBlowouts
JillisaLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I’ve been going to bubbles for the past 4 years. The girls here are amazing and will work with you to achieve the look you desire! I also have very curly hair and no one has had a difficult time with it. I recently got my hair colored this summer and after 2 days of wearing I didn’t think it was quite what I was…

Paid $200+Hair coloringCurly hairHair highlighting
Lizzy1 reviewTotal 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $140–160HairstylingHair coloringHair straightening
Adriana7 reviewsTotal 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $60–80HairstylingHaircutCurly hair

Price

$103+2% vs typical wedding hair stylists

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Hair coloring192$133–$335
Hairstyling187$50–$103
Haircut186$45–$81
Blowouts83$53–$108
Hair highlighting68$176–$371
Blowdry65$47–$93
Kids' cuts44$25–$41
Curly hair20$58–$154

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