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Happy Nails & Wax Jackson

Nail salon · Jackson, TN · 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 64%86+54.6Reliability 28%86+24.3Replies to reviews 8%78+6.4Experts Score= 85Not 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.85SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#57 of 121 hair salonsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 53%
4.8 ★★★★★ 338 Google reviews · 23 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.91★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.4%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.
57%reviews answered by the owner
$68typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Happy Nails & Wax Jackson at a glance

Google reviewers rate Happy Nails & Wax 4.8 out of 5 based on 338 reviews, frequently praising the staff for friendliness, punctuality, and detailed nail work including acrylics, gel, and pedicures. However, low-star feedback highlights issues with appointment adherence, where some customers waited significantly longer than scheduled or were seen after walk-ins. Additional criticisms mention inconsistent application quality, such as chipping polish or improper pedicure execution, alongside complaints about communication barriers and hygiene concerns.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 338 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 338 Google reviews (243 with written comments, 99 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 57% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 8, 2026.
  • Service: Hair Salon serving Jackson, Tennessee.

Data from Google, last updated November 11, 2026.

Score profile vs other hair salons

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: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction86Reliability86Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews78Satisfaction: 86 (median 88)Reliability: 86 (median 84)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 78 (median 52)
Happy Nails & Wax JacksonHair Salons 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.Happy Nails & Wax Jackson: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
86
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.Happy Nails & Wax Jackson: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.A
86
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: 97.–
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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: 97.–
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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.Happy Nails & Wax Jackson: 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.Happy Nails & Wax Jackson: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 52.B
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Star ratings

338 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars31393%
  • 4 stars134%
  • 3 stars21%
  • 2 stars21%
  • 1 star82%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 243 written reviews

  • Praise22397%
  • Complaints73%

Price

What customers reported paying

$68+16% vs typical hair salons

Middle half of what 168 customers paid ($50–$96) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results8838%
  • Staff & attitude7733%
  • Would recommend4218%
  • Speed & response115%
  • Price & value83%
  • Honesty & trust31%
  • Communication10%

What customers talk about

We read 243 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Rose does an amazing job❤️They are very friendly and a nice atmosphere ❤️She took her time and does a awesome job!”
    “Horrible service.”
  • “Great place and very clean unlike other place cough cough Jackson nails but everyone was nice they offer drinks like water sodas Henry did amazing !”
    “So, when i came in to get it fixed he couldn't match my nail color and was rude about it.”
  • “10 out of 10 would definitely recommend anyone go there to get their nails services performed.”
    “Getting Home And Realizing The Hot Mess On My Feet, Never Again !”
  • “When I got there, I was quickly and pleasantly greeted and asked what I needed.”
  • “So fast, reasonable prices and everyone is so kind, friendly and helpful!”
  • “The only place I trust to do my nails!”
  • “) how thick they were and he explained to her again what to do.”

People customers mention

  • Rose 8 reviews
  • Cindy 7 reviews
  • Hannah 6 reviews
  • Mike 3 reviews
  • Tony 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Happy Nails & Wax Jackson for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Angeliegh2 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 weeks ago★★★★★

I always get very detailed nails anytime I get them done. To say I’m happy with how my nails came out would be an understatement. My nail tech today was absolutely amazing with the attention to designs on my nails ! I was very indecisive with what I wanted my new set to look like and came with old acrylic nails .…

Paid $100–120Nail artAcrylic nailsNail designs
Amber6 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★★★★★

I got a pedicure and an eyebrow wax. Hannah was amazing! She went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect!! I’ll definitely be back to see her!

Paid $60–80PedicureWaxing
Christy10 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★★★★★

Rose does an amazing job❤️They are very friendly and a nice atmosphere ❤️She took her time and does a awesome job! Thanks so much! See you next month❣️Rose is always my go to for my nails🫶

Customer photo from Christy's reviewCustomer photo from Christy's reviewCustomer photo from Christy's review
Paid $40–60Nail artPolish removalNail painting
JoannaLocal 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. · a month ago★★★★★

I REALLY like this salon. I moved to Jackson from NJ in July and I’ve been searching for a salon similar to the one I’ve been going to and this is the closest. This is my second time going today and had the pleasure of Alex doing my nails and he did a fantastic job. I appreciate that they even provided me with a…

Customer photo from Joanna's review
Paid $40–60
Virginia4 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 love Happy Nails on Vann Drive! They have an amazing team and the best color selection in Jackson!

Paid $20–40Gel manicures
AustenLocal Guide · 77 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★★★★★

Had a great experience! Luna is so sweet and did an excellent job. I will definitely be back!

Paid $40–60Sculpted nailsNail extensions

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 338 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Shannon JamesLocal Guide · 22 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shannon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Always does a fantastic job!

Response from the owner · a year ago

Hi Shannon James, Thank you for bringing such warmth to our salon. Your glowing review has brightened our day! We eagerly await your next visit!

Rochelle Deberry3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rochelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They did a good job on my nail's but they need to clean up the shop.

  • Services: Nail art
Angeliegh Pierce2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Angeliegh has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I always get very detailed nails anytime I get them done. To say I’m happy with how my nails came out would be an understatement. My nail tech today was absolutely amazing with the attention to designs on my nails ! I was very indecisive with what I wanted my new set to look like and came with old acrylic nails . She worked fast and took her time all at once. I got a new full acrylic set with designs in less than three hours ! Will definitely be coming back!

  • Price: $100–120
  • Services: Nail art, Acrylic nails, Nail designs
  • Seasonal theme: Fall
  • Busyness: A little busy
  • Maintenance: Pristine
Amber Huddleston6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Amber has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I got a pedicure and an eyebrow wax. Hannah was amazing! She went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect!! I’ll definitely be back to see her!

  • Price: $60–80
  • Services: Pedicure, Waxing
  • Service duration: 1–2 hr
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing
Christy Bunch10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Christy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Rose does an amazing job❤️They are very friendly and a nice atmosphere ❤️She took her time and does a awesome job! Thanks so much! See you next month❣️Rose is always my go to for my nails🫶

  • Price: $40–60
  • Services: Nail art, Polish removal, Nail painting, Nail polish changes, Manicure, Nail cut & filing, Gel manicures
  • Seasonal theme: Summer
Response from the owner · a year ago

Hi Christy Hensley, Thanks for your feedback! We are so happy you enjoyed our services. We hope to see you again soon.

Ann Hodge9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ann has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very friendly and helpful

  • Price: $40–60
  • Services: Pedicure
  • Busyness: A little busy
  • Maintenance: Acceptable
Joanna MontroseLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joanna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I REALLY like this salon. I moved to Jackson from NJ in July and I’ve been searching for a salon similar to the one I’ve been going to and this is the closest. This is my second time going today and had the pleasure of Alex doing my nails and he did a fantastic job. I appreciate that they even provided me with a mask when I asked for one because I am pregnant. Another salon I went straight up said no smh so thank you Happy Nails. I am a happy customer.

  • Price: $40–60
Jen Ggirl6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I love this salon… Mike is amazing!!!! I will never go anywhere else.

  • Price: $60–80
  • Services: Sculpted nails, Nail art, Nail extensions, Acrylic nails, Pedicure
Virginia Long4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Virginia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I love Happy Nails on Vann Drive! They have an amazing team and the best color selection in Jackson!

  • Price: $20–40
  • Services: Gel manicures
  • Service duration: 30–60 min
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing
Elizabeth Bass (Queen B)5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Elizabeth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Rose is absolutely amazing and super sweet. I highly recommend her.

  • Busyness: Not busy
  • Service duration: 1–2 hr
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing
  • Maintenance: Acceptable

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