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Hermosa Ink Collective: Tattoo & Piercing 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 55%97+52.9Reliability 24%97+23.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%90+6.4Experts Score= 97Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.97SCORE

Hermosa Ink Collective: Tattoo & Piercing

Hawthorne, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #4Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 25 tattoo removal services · 5.0★ from 1,619 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other tattoo removal services (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 value; 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.Hermosa Ink Collective: Tattoo & Piercing is better than 97% of tattoo removal services.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.Hermosa Ink Collective: Tattoo & Piercing is better than 97% of tattoo removal services.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.Hermosa Ink Collective: Tattoo & Piercing is better than 100% of tattoo removal services.A
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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.Hermosa Ink Collective: Tattoo & Piercing is better than 100% of tattoo removal services.A
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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.Hermosa Ink Collective: Tattoo & Piercing is better than 100% of tattoo removal services.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.Hermosa Ink Collective: Tattoo & Piercing is better than 90% of tattoo removal services.A
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Customers hired Hermosa Ink Collective: Tattoo & Piercing for 8 kinds of job.

Hermosa Ink Collective: Tattoo & Piercing for nose piercing

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.51
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.94
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$50–100
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$61–$82
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 95/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Nose piercing”: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.#1 / 2

All 51 Google reviews tagged “Nose piercing” · showing 40

Jemma2 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 LOVE THIS PLACE!!!! I got my septum pierced by Brandon and had such a great experience! He was super cool and made me feel very comfortable throughout the process. The service was amazing and i’m really happy with how my piercing turned out. Definitely recommend Brandon and this shop!!!

Nose piercing
Bobbi3 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★★★★★

Brandon was awesome! Professional, knowledgeable and smooth with my nose piercing.

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
HamssaLocal 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Very friendly and professional staff. Brandon is very experienced and my granddaughter didn't feel any pain with her nose piercing. Brandon made sure we were informed on how to care for the piercing and followed up afterwards too.

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Lizeth1 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Found this place on a whim based on their Yelp reviews, came in with a group of myself & 2 other girls we got a conch (ear) piercing, nose piercing, and lobes and we were out and driving home in an hr and 20 min! Could not recommend this place enough. Brandon was the best and very knowledgeable about piercing after…

Rook piercingEar piercingNose piercing
Kayonna1 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I liked the vibe of the place, nice art every where. Brandon was my piercer and he did an excellent job and he's also very cool/chill.

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Kimberly2 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Fantastic service! Knowledgeable and professional staff. I will be back in the future.

PiercingsNose piercing
Monika3 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Brandon was great, very professional and knew what he was doing! I love it and will be back!

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Samanta2 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Made the process fast and smooth

Nose piercing
Joslyn1 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Got my nose pierced by Brandon he was so nice, super professional, explained everything super well and made the whole experience easy and stress-free. It was quick, clean, and barely hurt at all. I love it so much and would 100% recommend to anyone thinking about getting pierced!

Nose piercing
Mallory1 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

This shop was awesome. Everyone had a great attitude, was super friendly and very helpful. The piercer, Brandon, was very informative on hygiene practices for my nose piercing along with walking me through what to expect in the piercing process. He also gave me a lot of great information To help me best choose my…

Color ink tattoosFine line tattoosTattoo design
CatherineLocal Guide · 26 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 9 months ago★★★★★

Brandon was phenomenal. Very knowledgeable and made sure the experience was perfect. I have taken both my kids here to get their ears pierced and will recommend to everyone!

Nose piercing
Zulma1 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Amazing !!! Brandon was absolutely so professional and amazing. He made my piercing look so good and I’m so happy with it!

Paid $50–100Nose piercingSeptum piercing
Linzy2 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

I had a short window to find a place to get my nose pierced before I left town and Brandon was incredible to change his schedule to accommodate me. He was efficient, had clean methods, super informative and great energy. Would definitely recommend this shop!

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Kittana1 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Amazing piercer Brandon I highly recommend I was seen pretty quickly and out pretty quick too went over the aftercare with me to make sure everything with the piercing goes smooth

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
JesusLocal Guide · 13 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Awesome guy, definitely coming back!

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Lily2 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★★★★★

very professional and great customer service

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
KAROLYN3 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★★★★★

Brandon did an amazing job, I impulsively decided to get a nose piercing so I called last minute and was surprised when he said i’d be able to get in today. Love my piercing. I would definitely recommend to get pierced by brandon !

Nose piercing
Diana1 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★★★★★

I had my nostril pierced today at Hermosa Ink Collective with Brandon, and it was an amazing experience! He was professional, warm and welcoming from start to finish. Brandon explained my jewelry options, made sure the placement was perfect, and walked me through the process step by step. The piercing itself was…

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Eliana1 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★★★★★

Brandon was very informative, nice, and talked me through the piercing portion. Gave a lot of aftercare information and I felt I was I good hands I let him do his thing and I love it I got my nose pierced didn’t feel a thing.

Paid $50–100PiercingsNose piercing
RoonitaLocal Guide · 121 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★★★★★

Brandon is the best! After a not so great experience with another piercer at another shop (for my nose) he was able to take out the crappy piercing and fix everything up, and it looks amazing. I’m so grateful! He was kind, attentive, and super helpful. From now on, I’m only going to Brandon for all my piercings. He…

PiercingsNose piercing
Sydney2 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★★★★★

My sister and I called ahead for a walk in piercing and tattoo apt. Trisha was able to get me in for a tattoo that day. Made me feel really welcomed and comfortable right from the start. She had me send her the design and asked for placement beforehand via text which gave her time to prep and made the apt so…

Paid $50–100Tattoo cover-ups & reworkingsEar piercingEyebrow piercing
Gemma3 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★★★★★

Brandon is very kind, knowledgeable and efficient. He explained the process and the aftercare clearly. Thank you so much

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Sarah1 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★★★★★

Brandon is amazing! Came in last minute and was in and out with full knowledge on how to clean and take care of my piercing. He is very thorough! Highly recommend

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Nafia2 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 got my nose pierced by Brandon and he was amazing! I was nervous at first, but he walked me through the whole process, answered all my questions, and made me feel completely at ease. He also explained the aftercare clearly and helped me pick the perfect option for my piercing.

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Scarlet3 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★★★★★

Called to see if this shop allowed walk ins for piercings, (they do) however Brandon let me know I could make an appointment for 45 minutes out and I’d get $20 off my piercing. I showed up, Brandon was super friendly and had great vibes. He was very communicative through the entire process, pierced my septum so…

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Amy7 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 was able to get a walk-in appointment for a nose piercing while on vacation in Hermosa Beach. Brandon was fast, clean, professional, and the piercing was actually painless!

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Raime1 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★★★★★

This is a great place to get pierced. Brandon was soooo nice and very knowledgeable about piercings and how to care for them. The place is super clean and everyone working there is very nice. I highly recommend going here.

Paid $50–100Nose piercingTragus & anti-tragus piercing
Tanaka2 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★★★★★

It was so great!! The place was super clean, the service was fast, and my piercer, Brandon, was so nice! 10/10 recommend🙂‍↕️

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
ZacharyLocal Guide · 35 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★★★★★

Wonderful piercer and an amazing experience! For my septum done

Paid $50–100Nose piercing
Lisiane2 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★★★★★

Very nice work !!!!

Paid $50–100Ear piercingNose piercing
Katherine4 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★★★★★

Got my nose pierced with Brandon and he did a great job. It was pretty painless and he was really nice and professional. I highly recommended going to Hermosa Ink if you're looking to get your next piercing done!

Nose piercing
sarah7 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 years ago★★★★★

Sam helped me put in another nose piercing, and even from that short interaction I can tell you he is amazing! I will definitely be going back to him for my naval piercing because he knows what he’s doing!

Nose piercing
Alana2 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 years ago★★★★★

This place was very warm and welcoming! I highly recommend anyone to come here to get any piercing you want. The guy I went to was Sam and he has such a beautiful soul and is a very sweet person. Go to him for a great experience!

Nose piercing
Leah1 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Ashlee was SUPER cool! She was very friendly, she new what she was doing. All around excellent customer service! Thank you!!

Nose piercingPiercings
KeanaLocal Guide · 34 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 years ago★★★★★

My friend and I came across Hermosa Ink because we were looking for a place that welcomed walk-ins. Bingo! We were immediately met with Ashlee's smiling face and friendly demeanor. She did a great job and explaining things during the consult. My friend was a bit nervous and Ashlee met those nerves with patience and…

Ear piercingNose piercing
Courtney4 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 years ago★★

I would not recommend this studio for piercings. I got my nose pierced here about 6 weeks ago. The whole process felt a bit rushed and they only had L-shaped jewelry for nose piercing. Ive been cleaning the piercing and not touching it as instructed. But I started developing an irritation bump a couple weeks ago and…

Nose piercing
Eunia1 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Ashlee was super fast it didn’t hurt at all!!!

Nose piercing
Justin3 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 years ago★★★★★

Miss Ashlee was amazing!!! I am loving my new nose piercing!!!

Nose piercing
Uriyah2 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 years ago★★★★★

Ashlee pierced me and my family and she provided and fun and exciting experience, very clean sanitary and comforting.

Ear piercingEyebrow piercingNose piercing
Miah1 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Ashlee is an amazing piercer! The entire time, she was very comforting and professional. Her work was very fast and almost painless. She constantly made sure we were feeling okay throughout the entire process. I would 100% recommend Hermosa Ink and Ashlee!

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Price

$1390% vs typical tattoo removal services

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.

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Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Tattoos270$153–$285
Tattoo design207$146–$272
Ear piercing195$62–$114
Piercings120$57–$96
Fine line tattoos101$114–$176
Nose piercing51$61–$82
Color ink tattoos47$153–$366
Tattoo cover-ups & reworkings32$201–$614

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