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European Wax Center

Waxing hair removal service · Jacksonville Beach, FL · reviewed since 2021

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 55%88+48Reliability 24%83+20.1Value 14%99+14Replies to reviews 7%6+0.4Experts Score= 82Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.82SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#18 of 20 hair removal servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 11%
4.9 ★★★★★ 898 Google reviews · 24 photos
96%five-star reviews
4.90★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.2%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.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

European Wax Center at a glance

Google reviewers rate the Jacksonville Beach location 4.9 out of 5 based on 898 reviews. Customers frequently praise the staff for professionalism, gentleness, and creating a comfortable environment during eyebrow, facial, and Brazilian waxing services. Recurring complaints involve scheduling issues, such as last-minute appointment changes or walk-in rejections, along with concerns about high pricing and inconsistent service quality that led to skin irritation or incomplete hair removal for some clients.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 898 reviews (96% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 898 Google reviews (736 with written comments, 5 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 27, 2026.
  • Service: Hair Removal Service serving Jacksonville Beach, Florida.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other hair removal services

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: craft & service and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction88Reliability83Craft & service100Value99Momentum100Replies to reviews6Satisfaction: 88 (median 94)Reliability: 83 (median 91)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Value: 99 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 6 (median 85)
European Wax CenterHair Removal Services 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.European Wax Center: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
88
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.European Wax Center: 83/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
83
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.European Wax Center: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.European Wax Center: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
99
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.European Wax Center: 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.European Wax Center: 6/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.F
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Star ratings

898 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars86396%
  • 4 stars51%
  • 3 stars40%
  • 2 stars40%
  • 1 star222%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 736 written reviews

  • Praise80798%
  • Complaints172%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude31939%
  • Quality & results20325%
  • Would recommend12515%
  • Speed & response11214%
  • Communication385%
  • Honesty & trust192%
  • Price & value81%

What customers talk about

We read 736 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “5 star customer service and professionalism, great after wax results, the receptionist was also great as well, I will definitely be returning !”
  • “I was very nervous for my first wax but she made me very comfortable and did an amazing job.”
    “Just horrible experience with the most snobby attitude, as if I wasn’t clear in my communication”
  • “…comfortable specially since your in such a vulnerable positions but definitely recommend her any time 10/10…”
  • “Kaitlyn had me in and out quickly, I will defitnely be back!”
  • “She makes you feel so comfortable and explains the services the business provides with no pressure.”
  • “After taking a long break from EWC, I honestly didn’t think I’d come back—but I’m so glad I did!”
  • “pain is inevitable but with the right people to do the service it makes it bearable and definitely worth it!”
    “Next day the redness had faded but there were darker spots of wax burn or a layer of skin ripped off, not sure.”

People customers mention

  • Renee 55 reviews
  • Kameisha 48 reviews
  • Brazilian 28 reviews
  • Claudia 20 reviews
  • Tayla 12 reviews
  • Kaitlyn 11 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired European Wax Center for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Zamahya3 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. · 16 hours ago★★★★★

I had REESE as my waxer and she was absolutely amazing !!! 5 star customer service and professionalism, great after wax results, the receptionist was also great as well, I will definitely be returning !

DianneLocal Guide · 21 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 week ago★★★★★

Claudia is an expert in the aesthetics business and is very knowledgeable, professional and always happy!

Casper10 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Dakota was amazing. I was very nervous for my first wax but she made me very comfortable and did an amazing job. I signed up for the wax pass because of her!

Travy10 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 weeks ago★★★★★

First wax in many years. Reese was amazing, gentle and kind making sure I was comfortable the whole time, and answered any question I had about aftercare. Would highly recommend

Radalmi3 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★★★★★

The Best !!!! she’s so sweet very professional and great at what she does , she also makes you feel so comfortable specially since your in such a vulnerable positions but definitely recommend her any time 10/10

Kaye2 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★★★★★

Kameisha has always been so accommodating and cool to talk to. Didn’t feel any uncomfortable situations. She’s really great and gentle. Will definitely recommend her.

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 898 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Zamahya Threadgill3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Zamahya has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had REESE as my waxer and she was absolutely amazing !!! 5 star customer service and professionalism, great after wax results, the receptionist was also great as well, I will definitely be returning !

  • Wax type: Hard wax
Julie L8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Julie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Kameisha is a star. I’m always 100% satisfied when I strut out.

  • Wax type: Soft wax
Faten GazalehLocal Guide · 22 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Faten has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Dakota was great and the staff was so nice!

  • Wax type: Hard wax
Dianne DeKeyserLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dianne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Claudia is an expert in the aesthetics business and is very knowledgeable, professional and always happy!

Casper10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Casper has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Dakota was amazing. I was very nervous for my first wax but she made me very comfortable and did an amazing job. I signed up for the wax pass because of her!

  • Wax type: Hard wax
Travy Trav10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Travy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

First wax in many years. Reese was amazing, gentle and kind making sure I was comfortable the whole time, and answered any question I had about aftercare. Would highly recommend

Dave BlueLocal Guide · 36 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dave has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Had chin and upper lip waxed. Very quick as well as professional.

  • Wax type: Soft wax
Michelle HLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Dakota is fantastic!

  • Wax type: Soft wax
Radalmi Sosa3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Radalmi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The Best !!!! she’s so sweet very professional and great at what she does , she also makes you feel so comfortable specially since your in such a vulnerable positions but definitely recommend her any time 10/10

Kaye Gil2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kaye has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Kameisha has always been so accommodating and cool to talk to. Didn’t feel any uncomfortable situations. She’s really great and gentle. Will definitely recommend her.

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