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Clara Vargas Studio

Beauty salon · Takoma Park, MD · reviewed since 2023

How 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 69%100+69.2Reliability 31%98+30.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#4 of 57 wedding hair stylistsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 95%
5.0 ★★★★★ 102 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
100%reviews answered by the owner
$185typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Clara Vargas Studio at a glance

Customers consistently praise the stylist for listening to specific requests and delivering precise results for haircuts, color treatments, and event styling. Reviewers highlight the professional communication, punctual service, and comfortable atmosphere, noting that the final outcomes often match or exceed expectations. With a perfect five-star rating from over one hundred reviews, no recurring negative themes or criticisms appear in the provided feedback.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 102 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 102 Google reviews (98 with written comments, 16 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 16, 2026.
  • Service: Wedding Hair Stylist serving Takoma Park, Maryland.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other wedding hair stylists

Score per factor (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: satisfaction and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction100Reliability98Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 100 (median 89)Reliability: 98 (median 85)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Clara Vargas StudioWedding Hair Stylists median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Clara Vargas Studio: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
100
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.Clara Vargas Studio: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
98
Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · 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.Clara Vargas Studio: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 48.–
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Star ratings

102 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars102100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 98 written reviews

  • Praise15898%
  • Complaints42%

Price

What customers reported paying

$185+59% vs typical wedding hair stylists

Middle half of what 19 customers paid ($105–$323) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude5232%
  • Would recommend4628%
  • Quality & results3622%
  • Communication96%
  • Price & value74%
  • Honesty & trust74%
  • Speed & response53%

What customers talk about

We read 98 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “She’s talented, professional, and did an amazing job.”
  • “If you’re looking for someone who is professional, talented, and truly goes above and beyond, I highly recommend her.”
    “I think so highly of Clara and honestly can't recommend her enough!”
  • “Clara was wonderful at listening to what I wanted and delivered top notch professional services.”
    “My hair tends to get damaged with chemicals and have had my hair ruined by many stylists in the past.”
  • “He was very nervous but Clara put him at ease, listened to what he had to say and gave him what he wanted.”
  • “Super convenient to get it cut on my back deck and very reasonable.”
  • “She gave me a beautiful balayage, and I trusted her to choose the color and I'm so glad I did.”
  • “Clara came to my home, was incredibly prompt and professional, and did an amazing job blow drying my hair.”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Clara Vargas Studio for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Sabrina10 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. · a month ago★★★★★

I found Clara through her amazing reviews online, and am so glad I did. She is very kind and a great listener, and wants to make your hair exactly how you want it. I came in for a trim and slight reshaping of my curly hair, emphasizing I didn’t want to lose a ton of length, and she gave me the exact haircut I was…

Paid $80–100Shampoo & conditioningHaircut
Lynsay8 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. · a month ago★★★★★

Clara was so great to work with! I told her what style of haircut I wanted and she did exactly that! The easiest and best haircut I have had in awhile. Easy to book at appointment with her and I love her space in Sola. We definitely be going back!

Paid $100–120Shampoo & conditioningBlowoutsHaircut
Harshita9 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 months ago★★★★★

I had such an amazing experience with my Ms. Claira! She is incredibly talented, kind, and hardworking. From the moment I walked in, she made me feel comfortable and took the time to listen to exactly what I wanted. She paid so much attention to every little detail and never rushed, making sure my hair turned out…

Paid $200+BlowoutsHaircut
Christine3 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Clara did an amazing job with my hair! She gave me a beautiful balayage, and I trusted her to choose the color and I'm so glad I did. The results exceeded my expectations, and I absolutely love how it turned out. Clara is talented, professional, and really knows what she's doing. I highly recommend her salon to…

Paid $200+HaircutHairstylingBalayage
Isis7 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Clara did my hair and makeup for a work gala, and I could not have been happier with the results! I am not very knowledgeable about hair and makeup and wasn’t sure what would look best on me, but Clara offered thoughtful suggestions and guided me through the entire process. She made me feel comfortable and…

Paid $180–200Makeup servicesHairstyling
Olga5 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★★★★★

I’m so happy with my haircut! It turned out even better than I expected — fresh, stylish, and perfectly shaped. The stylist was kind, professional, and really paid attention to the details. I left feeling confident and beautiful. Highly recommend this place!

Paid $60–80Shampoo & conditioningHaircutHairstyling

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 102 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Razia Danesh8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Razia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Clara has styled my hair for two weddings, and I loved it both times! She’s talented, professional, and did an amazing job. Highly recommend her!

Response from the owner · 12 hours ago

Thank you so much for trusting me for your important events . Was nice to had you in my studio Razia🙏🏼

Sabrina Levey10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sabrina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I found Clara through her amazing reviews online, and am so glad I did. She is very kind and a great listener, and wants to make your hair exactly how you want it. I came in for a trim and slight reshaping of my curly hair, emphasizing I didn’t want to lose a ton of length, and she gave me the exact haircut I was looking for (and I don’t often love how haircuts turn out with my curly hair). She is also a lovely person and was such a joy to chat with. Additionally, her prices were very reasonable. I will definitely be back!

  • Price: $80–100
  • Services: Shampoo & conditioning, Haircut
Response from the owner · 12 hours ago

It was my pleasure to have you in my studio and satisfied with my work Sabrina Thank you for coming .

Lynsay Ehui8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lynsay has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Clara was so great to work with! I told her what style of haircut I wanted and she did exactly that! The easiest and best haircut I have had in awhile. Easy to book at appointment with her and I love her space in Sola. We definitely be going back!

  • Price: $100–120
  • Services: Shampoo & conditioning, Blowouts, Haircut
Response from the owner · 12 hours ago

Thank you so much for coming and trusting in my work. It was nice to meet you Lyndsay.

Samarra F3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Samarra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

She is the best hairstylist I've ever had, she gave me exactly what I wanted and was also so friendly and kind!

  • Services: Blowouts, Haircut, Hairstyling
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing
  • Maintenance: Pristine
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you so much for trusting me. I am very happy that you loved your hair 🙏🏼

Harshita Malla9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Harshita has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had such an amazing experience with my Ms. Claira! She is incredibly talented, kind, and hardworking. From the moment I walked in, she made me feel comfortable and took the time to listen to exactly what I wanted. She paid so much attention to every little detail and never rushed, making sure my hair turned out absolutely beautiful. I couldn’t be happier with my hair, and I’ve received so many compliments already! If you’re looking for someone who is professional, talented, and truly goes above and beyond, I highly recommend her. Thank you for all your hard work—I will definitely be coming back!

  • Price: $200+
  • Services: Blowouts, Haircut
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you so much for your beautiful review! Your kind words truly mean so much to me. I’m so happy you loved your hair and your experience. Thank you for trusting me and for supporting my small business—it means more than you know! 💚

Christine L3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Christine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Clara did an amazing job with my hair! She gave me a beautiful balayage, and I trusted her to choose the color and I'm so glad I did. The results exceeded my expectations, and I absolutely love how it turned out. Clara is talented, professional, and really knows what she's doing. I highly recommend her salon to anyone in the Silver Spring area looking for gorgeous, high-quality hair color!

  • Price: $200+
  • Services: Haircut, Hairstyling, Balayage
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you so much for your beautiful words\! ❤️ It makes my heart happy knowing you loved your hair and your experience\. Thank you for trusting me\!

Ivette Orona2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ivette has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Clara was amazing. My teenage son had 4+ inches cut off. He was very nervous but Clara put him at ease, listened to what he had to say and gave him what he wanted. He loves his new look!

  • Services: Haircut
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

It was so nice to meet you and your handsome boy I am so glad that you had a good experience with my job . Thank you so much for supporting my business Ivette 💚

Isis Salmeron7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Isis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Clara did my hair and makeup for a work gala, and I could not have been happier with the results! I am not very knowledgeable about hair and makeup and wasn’t sure what would look best on me, but Clara offered thoughtful suggestions and guided me through the entire process. She made me feel comfortable and confident, and the final look was absolutely beautiful. I received so many compliments throughout the evening! Clara is incredibly talented, professional, and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her!

  • Price: $180–200
  • Services: Makeup services, Hairstyling
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you so much for taking time for this review, but more importantly for trusting me with your hair and makeup to an important event ❤️

allison manuel7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews allison has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Super detailed, listened to what I wanted and did a beautiful color, cut and blowout

  • Services: Shampoo & conditioning, Blowouts, Haircut, Hairstyling
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

It was my pleasure to enhance your beauty Allison , thank you so much for coming to my salon and support my business ❤️

Lucia R4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lucia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Clari is the best! She completely fixed my hair color after another salon messed it up, and the results are amazing. She’s incredibly professional and so friendly. I couldn’t be happier with my hair now and I highly recommend her!

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you so much for trusting me with your beautiful hair. Lucia ❤️

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