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Inizio Hair Salon 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%84+53.4Reliability 28%75+21.2Replies to reviews 8%76+6.3Experts Score= 81Not 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.81SCORE

Inizio Hair Salon

Washington, DC · 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 57 wedding hair stylists · 4.9★ from 319 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: reliability.

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.Inizio Hair Salon is better than 84% 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.Inizio Hair Salon is better than 75% of wedding hair stylists.B
75
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.Inizio Hair Salon 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.Inizio Hair Salon 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.Inizio Hair Salon is better than 100% of wedding hair stylists.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.Inizio Hair Salon is better than 76% of wedding hair stylists.B
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Customers hired Inizio Hair Salon for 8 kinds of job.

Inizio Hair Salon for hairstyling

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.41
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.83
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.$58–$136
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 76/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Hairstyling”: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.#27 / 38

All 41 Google reviews tagged “Hairstyling” · showing 20

Tracy4 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 3 months ago★★★★★

I’m editing my review to reflect how above and beyond the owner of the salon, Elena, went to help fix a haircut. My initial cut with a different stylist did not come out quite how I envisioned, but Elena made it a point to reach out to me directly, get me in ASAP, and help get the exact kind of haircut I wanted. She…

Paid $100–120Shampoo & conditioningHairstylingCurly hair
KaylaLocal Guide · 24 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I have been going to Alyssa at Inizio for years, and - I mean the pictures speak for themselves, right?! (And they’re unedited y’all!) She's a genius with color, including and especially blonde. She is even styling my hair for my courthouse wedding ceremony - like she is THE BEST! Alyssa is not only a master of…

Paid $200+Shampoo & conditioningBridal servicesBlowouts
AllysonLocal Guide · 12 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I have been going to Brennan for over 20+ years. I followed him over from Bang salon. He is amazing! Wonderful highlights and haircuts. He is truly gifted and is the BEST at what he does. My husband, both daughters and now my son-in-law all go to Brennan and feel the same way.

Hair treatmentsHairstyling
Jahsmine2 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★★★★★

I have been going to Inizio for almost five years. From major life moments to ordinary Tuesdays, it has been the place I come to reset, recharge, and feel like myself again. The energy is always warm, the conversations are real, and they lovingly tolerate all of my random, dramatic, sometimes unhinged topics while…

Customer photo from Jahsmine's review
Hair treatmentsShampoo & conditioningScalp treatment
Gabriella6 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 8 months ago★★★★★

I have very curly hair and can never find a good salon. Elena was so amazing and listened to everything I wanted. I’ve had bad haircuts in the past and she made me feel welcomed and comfortable in her space. My hair looks and feels AMAZING and she gave me everything I wanted. Thank you so much! Will definitely be returning.

Paid $140–160Hairstyling
J.12 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★★★★★

Brennan is great…very careful in cutting/styling and alway flexible making appointments.

Paid $60–80Custom cutHaircutHairstyling
Christopher3 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★★★★★

Been with Diego for...15 years? He's the best.

Paid $60–80Hairstyling
JoAnn6 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★★★★★

Elena is great - for me and my curly-haired teen. She really listens to what you want and need and she gave us plenty of tips for styling at home when we asked. Great cuts at reasonable cost.

Hairstyling
Olivia7 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★★★★★

Amazing curly cut with Brennan, i will definitely return ! Very beautiful salon as well

Paid $120–140Hairstyling
Farrin5 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★★★★★

Elena is AMAZING!! I got a terrible haircut at a different salon and went to her for help, within a 15 minute consult she understood my hair and concerns completely. She even ended up doing a “quick fix” before my actual hair appointment next week, and completely transformed my hair! I am so so happy I found her! She’s the sweetest :)

Hairstyling
Daria11 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★★★★★

Elena is THE best hair stylist for curly hair in town. I’ve been going to her for 10 years. She makes my curls look super natural and effortless.

Hairstyling
Ariana6 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 always love getting my hair cut and styled by Chevelle. She and the rest of the staff are wonderful - warm, friendly and professional! I am a long-time customer and plan to keep it that way.

Paid $100–120HairstylingShampoo & conditioning
Hannah4 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 had my hair cut by Elana, one of the owners. She did an incredible job with my bob haircut and was very friendly. I will be back!

HairstylingCustom cutBlowdry
K3 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★

Disappointed. Brought to tears. Upon seeing the reviews online I thought this salon would be a good salon for me to get my hair curly cut and styled. I brought photos of how I usually style my hair which are the last two photos, and mentioned how I style my hair. With the hair cut and wash i was initially…

Customer photo from K's reviewCustomer photo from K's reviewCustomer photo from K's review
Paid $120–140HairstylingHair treatmentsShampoo & conditioning
RebeccaLocal Guide · 14 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 took me 6 months after moving to the DMV to try a salon, and I'm glad I waited until I found Inzio! Chevelle is nothing short of a magician - wish I'd thought to take before & after pictures. I have long, thick, coarse, wavy hair, and she knew just what I needed; I walked out with smooth, beautifully shaped…

Paid $200+HairstylingHair treatmentsShampoo & conditioning
Albana3 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★★★★★

Elena was so knowledgeable and answered any questions or concerns I had for my curly hair. She gave me some great recommendations for hair products as well. Highly recommend! My hair turned out amazing.

Paid $120–140HairstylingHair treatments
Jackie9 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★★★★★

Had a great experience with alyssa! Love the cut and she listened to every single thing I said! Very talented, kind, and patient. Will definitely be coming back

HairstylingLong haircut
Naiomy11 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★★★★★

I had an amazing experience at the salon. I have long (mid back) loose curls and Chevelle did an excellent job working with my curls. I'm grateful they offer a curly wash and set service! The salon is really clean and beautiful. I was treated with great care and was super comfortable.

Paid $120–140HairstylingCurly hairService not listed
Monique3 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★★★★★

I followed Brennan to Inizio when he changed salons because no one cuts my thick wavy hair like him and I like the friendly atmosphere (check out the massage shampoo chairs!)

Paid $100–120Hairstyling
AishaLocal Guide · 23 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★★

I don’t understand how this salon has so many good reviews. I booked a blowout and showed a photo to the stylist of what I wanted- lots of volume and a slight wave with body. She said no problem and washed my hair. Unfortunately the final product was NOTHING like what i had asked for. It was stick straight, barely…

Paid $40–60Hairstyling

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Price

$131+13% 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
Shampoo & conditioning50$50–$127
Haircut49$45–$91
Hair treatments48$70–$323
Hairstyling41$58–$136
Curly hair37—
Hair coloring36$214–$426
Scissor cut30—
Blowouts16$50–$97

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