Beauty salon · Charlottesville, VA · reviewed since 2016
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%88+48Reliability 24%88+21.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%8+0.6Experts Score= 84Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.84SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#74 of 127 wedding hair stylistsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 42%
4.9★★★★★397 Google reviews · 22 photos
95%five-star reviews
4.92★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2%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.
1%reviews answered by the owner
$60typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Customers highlight the salon's ability to accommodate last-minute requests and deliver long-lasting results for services like blowouts, updos, spray tans, and color. Staff are frequently described as friendly and attentive, with pricing noted as reasonable for the area. However, negative reviews cite a lack of professionalism regarding communication, including last-minute cancellations for major events and dismissive responses to service concerns.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 397 reviews (95% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 397 Google reviews (189 with written comments, 9 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 1% of reviews.
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 value; weakest: replies to reviews.
Glo-Out Glamour BarWedding Hair Stylists 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.Glo-Out Glamour Bar: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
88
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.Glo-Out Glamour Bar: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
88
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.Glo-Out Glamour Bar: 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.Glo-Out Glamour Bar: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Glo-Out Glamour Bar: 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.Glo-Out Glamour Bar: 8/100 on this factor. Category median: 55.F
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Star ratings
397 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars37995%
4 stars123%
3 stars10%
2 stars21%
1 star31%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 189 written reviews
97%praise
Praise20597%
Complaints73%
Price
What customers reported paying
$60-41% vs typical wedding hair stylists
Middle half of what 30 customers paid ($47–$89) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude6129%
Quality & results5626%
Would recommend4421%
Speed & response209%
Communication136%
Price & value94%
Honesty & trust94%
What customers talk about
We read 189 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Fantastic men’s cut, Esther was super friendly, the space was bright, and the price was fair.”
“Very unprofessional place”
“They got me in last minute and did a great job with my spray tan!”
“I highly recommend coming here if you get the chance!”
“I cannot recommend them enough for all of their services.”
“I just moved to Charlottesville and needed a quick touch up.”
“From the moment I sat in her chair, Lindsay listened carefully and intuitively understood exactly what I wanted and needed.”
“The salon is cute and in a convenient location with plenty of parking and prices are super reasonable.”
“I honestly never leave a salon truly satisfied with my haircut.”
People customers mention
Nikki13 reviews
Kara8 reviews
Angela8 reviews
Melissa6 reviews
Spot6 reviews
Shop6 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Glo-Out Glamour Bar for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
XI1 reviewiTotal 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★★★★★
Had my hair shined and blowdried for halloween and it lasted the entire 3 days and more! My hair has never looked better and I am very very happy and satisfied! The service was also great and I felt like I could relax! Absolutely going there again!
Paid $60–80Hairstyling
DJ6 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Had an excellent airbrush tan application today! She was meticulous in spraying and the coverage is perfect with no streaks or missed spots. She took the time to put powder where needed to prevent creases. Highly recommend Glo-Out for airbrush tan.
Paid $40–60Tanning
JessicaLocal Guide · 10 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Great blowout! I was in town for a family wedding and needed a blowout. I have very think and coarse hair, and I’m particular about the type of blowout I get. Lindsey was great! She asked what I liked, and styled it perfectly. Great blowout and service! Highly recommend
Paid $40–60
MeredithLocal 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. · 6 months ago★★★★
The staff at Glo-Out was so informative and kind! They talked me through my options for spray tan shades, discussed potential future plans for wedding spray tans, and made sure that I fully understood the next steps (loose clothes, rinsing off, etc.).
Paid $40–60Tanning
Denise4 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★
I was in town for a weekend wedding. Decided last minute to book a blow out and heat styling. Booked this appointment based on reviews and they did not disappoint. Lindsay was great! Compliments on my hair all night.
Paid $60–80Hairstyling
Hannah6 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★
Kara made me feel soooo beautiful!! I don’t get my hair done often so I’m the annoying type that only sorta knows what I want or how to describe it, but I felt like Kara really understood my vision and made it happen. The salon is cute and in a convenient location with plenty of parking and prices are super reasonable.
Had my hair shined and blowdried for halloween and it lasted the entire 3 days and more! My hair has never looked better and I am very very happy and satisfied! The service was also great and I felt like I could relax! Absolutely going there again!
Price: $60–80
Services: Hairstyling
Atmosphere: Cozy
Maintenance: Well-kept
Casey Brooks5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Casey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Had an excellent airbrush tan application today! She was meticulous in spraying and the coverage is perfect with no streaks or missed spots. She took the time to put powder where needed to prevent creases. Highly recommend Glo-Out for airbrush tan.
Price: $40–60
Services: Tanning
Dina Fink3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great blowout! I was in town for a family wedding and needed a blowout. I have very think and coarse hair, and I’m particular about the type of blowout I get. Lindsey was great! She asked what I liked, and styled it perfectly. Great blowout and service! Highly recommend
Price: $40–60
Marcus Fields6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Marcus has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The staff at Glo-Out was so informative and kind! They talked me through my options for spray tan shades, discussed potential future plans for wedding spray tans, and made sure that I fully understood the next steps (loose clothes, rinsing off, etc.).
Price: $40–60
Services: Tanning
rebecca fingerLocal Guide · 16 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews rebecca has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.