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Eclipse Hair Studio 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 64%95+60.4Reliability 28%91+25.7Replies to reviews 8%29+2.4Experts Score= 88Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.88SCORE

Eclipse Hair Studio

Athens-Clarke County, GA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #32Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 67 wedding hair stylists · 5.0★ from 292 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 satisfaction; 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.Eclipse Hair Studio is better than 95% 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.Eclipse Hair Studio is better than 91% 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.Eclipse Hair Studio is better than —% of wedding hair stylists.–
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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.Eclipse Hair Studio is better than —% of wedding hair stylists.–
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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.Eclipse Hair Studio 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.Eclipse Hair Studio is better than 29% of wedding hair stylists.D
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Customers hired Eclipse Hair Studio for 8 kinds of job.

Eclipse Hair Studio for hair coloring

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.95
★ 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.$200+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$151–$371
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 91/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Hair coloring”: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.#2 / 30

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SLocal Guide · 245 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 had such a wonderful experience at Eclipse Hair Studio! Marlin did an amazing job with my color. I came in with seriously grown-out roots—white roots against very dark brown—and he blended everything beautifully into my previous color. And the shampoo? Hands down one of the best I’ve ever had. I felt completely…

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Paid $200+HaircutHair glossingBlowdry
Kensley1 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★★★★★

Jeff is AMAZING!! I will never visit another salon. Authentic, peaceful and knows exactly what he’s doing!! You will not be disappointed :)

HairstylingHair highlightingHair coloring
ClaytonLocal Guide · 20 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★★★★★

They did such an amazing job on my color! I’m in love!!!

HaircutHair highlightingHair coloring
MelindaLocal Guide · 28 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★★★★★

My daughter came in for neopolitan hair and Marlin nailed it. It looks AMAZING! He really matched her vision and made her dreams come true! Masterclass.

Paid $200+Hair coloring
Jordyn3 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★★★★★

Marlin did such a PHENOMENAL job, such a perfect color i’m so happy!! :))

Hair highlightingHair coloring
lindsey5 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 brought my little sister here and omgosh her hair came out beautiful she is very very happy with her hair worth ever penny spent thank you Mr.Jeff for helping her achieve what she wanted.10/10 would recommend you go here

HaircutHair coloring
Kyle3 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 went to Marlin and Jeff after 2 years of growing out my post chemo hair. They gave me the most perfect cut and color and I could not be happier!

HaircutHair coloring
Dayanara5 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 6 months ago★★★★★

Marlin did an amazing job with cutting my hair, the salon experience with him and Jeff just had an incredibly welcoming atmosphere and the attitude was just so positive. 10/10 recommend! Edit: btw don’t mint the color/ grow out! That was completely on me !

Customer photo from Dayanara's review
BlowdryGloss or GlazeHair highlighting
Amy3 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

This is my first time visiting Eclipse hair salon, and it was amazing! Absolutely loved the environment and Jeff and Marlin are just fantastic! They did a fabulous job on my hair! I am happy to have found a place that I can go to on the regular!

BlowoutsHair coloring
Lisbeth7 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Fantastic haircut and the most awesome color I’ve ever had! Now I am ready for the world!

Paid $200+BlowoutsHaircutHairstyling
Sarah3 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 year ago★★★★★

I just moved to the area from Johns Creek and found Eclipse Hair Salon. Jeff and Marlin did a fantastic job and were so nice!

HaircutHair glossingHair highlighting
DavidLocal Guide · 19 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★★★★★

Love love love! Marlin did a fabulous job with my hair. I went from brown to blonde so beautifully!

Paid $20–40HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
Karis2 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 year ago★★★★★

Marlin and Jeff did an amazing job highlighting and cutting my hair. They were so nice and helpful and talked me through the whole process. I will definitely be back!!

Customer photo from Karis's review
HaircutHairstylingHair coloring
Olivia1 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★★★★★

My experience at eclipse hair studio was amazing. Jeff and Marlin both talked to me about what they were doing with my hair and made sure it was exactly how I liked it. I would recommend them 100% to anyone. They are such nice people and amazing at their job.

Hair highlightingHair coloring
Michele7 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 year ago★★★★★

Jeff Plott is amazing! He has given me the greatest blonde color and the most incredible cut! He is simply the best!

HairstylingHair coloring
Sanjna2 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 year ago★★★★★

This is my second time receiving a balayage from Jeff and Marlin and I loved the results once again! They are both very kind and patient people, constantly making me feel taken care of! The balayage is exactly as I wanted with the color and blend. Highly highly recommend!

Paid $160–180HairstylingHair coloring
Jennifer6 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 year ago★★★★★

Jeff Plott is a great hair stylist. He and Marlin worked together to give me a great cut and color. Highly recommend!

HairstylingHair coloringBlowouts
AllysonLocal Guide · 148 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 year ago★★★★★

Marlin and Jeff made this experience the most fun, creative hair experience ever for me! I highly recommend this place if you like to have fun at your salon day! They made me feel beautiful!

HairstylingHair coloring
Lynne4 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 year ago★★★★★

Jeff is the best hairstylist and color artist in Athens! I felt like an old friend by the time I left – Warm atmosphere and incredible skills, along with great conversation. My color is absolutely FABULOUS and Marlin’s and Jeff are an ideal team. Everything was top notch. I will be booking my next appt soon! 🌟🤩

Paid $140–160HairstylingHair coloringBlowouts
abigail7 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 year ago★★★★★

Wish I could give more than 5 stars. Jeff & Marlin were so welcoming and kind. Plus my hair is the most beautiful color I have ever seen. I could not have asked for a better job… genuinely cannot recommend them enough. Very cute and cozy studio too!!!

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Price

$76-30% 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
Hairstyling97$56–$126
Hair coloring95$151–$371
Haircut56$45–$83
Blowouts30$48–$89
Hair highlighting20$176–$426
Blowdry10—
Hair glossing7—
Bang trim5—

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