Experts Reviews · Company report
Kiss 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 55%86+46.9Reliability 24%76+18.4Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%71+5Momentum penalty54−4.6Experts Score= 80Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.80SCORE

Kiss Salon

Washington, DC · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #37Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 57 wedding hair stylists · 4.9★ from 238 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: craft & service and value; weakest: momentum.

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.Kiss Salon is better than 86% of wedding hair stylists.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.Kiss Salon is better than 76% of wedding hair stylists.B
76
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.Kiss Salon is better than 100% of wedding hair stylists.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.Kiss Salon is better than 100% of wedding hair stylists.A
100
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.Kiss Salon is better than 54% of wedding hair stylists.C
54
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.Kiss Salon is better than 71% of wedding hair stylists.B
71

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Customers hired Kiss Salon for 8 kinds of job.

Kiss Salon for blowdry

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.15
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.80
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$200+
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 72/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Blowdry”: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.#11 / 15

All 15 Google reviews tagged “Blowdry”

TT6 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 weeks ago★★★★★

I never received compliments on my hair until I started going to Nunzio four years ago. Now I get them all the time. He is a master colorist with an eye for the extra details that add dimension to the color and style so it stands out. The staff at Kiss Salon are also great and very welcoming.

Paid $200+BlowoutsHaircutHairstyling
Jenna3 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★★★★★

Luxurious experience from the moment you step foot in the door —the team is so caring and passionate. I love it all!!!

Paid $200+BlowoutsPermsHair straightening
Tessa2 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★★

Requested a simple haircut just to get rid of dead ends. I told Dimitri that layers in my (very straight and thin) hair always look choppy. He said he knew it wouldn't, but what do you know, it looks very choppy and unblended. Also cut my face framing way too short, so now it just looks bad. Very disappointed especially because it was very expensive.

Paid $140–160HaircutBlowdry
Julia7 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 5 months ago★★★★★

Always look my best after a color and style from Jean Claude. And KiSS Salon is now my go-to for all my hair products. I’m crazy for the Oribe line so be sure to ask which product works best for your hair. He has guided me perfectly and I love having the right product at home to get a salon look. Cut today was also great!

Paid $200+BlowdryHair coloring
Heather3 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

I cannot recommend Maria Fratus at Kiss Salon enough! I came to her feeling self-conscious because my hair had thinned noticeably due to GLP-1 medication. From the very first appointment, she took the time to listen, explain options clearly, and create a plan to help my hair look natural, full, and healthy again.…

Paid $200+BlowoutsHair glossingHairstyling
B2 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★★★★★

Alex is a wonderful stylist new to Kiss who has been keeping my look fresh for many years. She listens to me and also helps me pick the best easy-care look. I constantly get compliments about my hair! The salon is beautiful too!

Paid $80–100HaircutBlowdry
Valerie7 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★★★★★

Abigail does such a fantastic and professional job! I have been to her multiple times and highly recommend her. I've had her do the following services and was happy with all of them: blowout's, highlights, dusted my ends (trim), layers, nails, and recommendations on products. She's very kind and a great person to talk to.

Paid $40–60BlowoutsHaircutHairstyling
Joan4 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★★★★★

If you’re looking for the best hair cut, style and color you’ve ever had, you have to have Jin as your stylist. She is amazing! I can hardly believe how great my hair looks. I can’t recommend her highly enough!

HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
Hannah8 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’m a dirty blonde who loves a golden balayage, and when Aaron left The Wharf to work at Kiss Salon, I followed him— because he is an absolute legend! No matter the occasion, I always look like I just walked off the red carpet every time I leave his chair. I am so grateful to have booked him at Bella Moda at The…

Customer photo from Hannah's reviewCustomer photo from Hannah's review
Paid $200+BlowoutsHairstylingBlowdry
AmandaLocal Guide · 29 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 followed Jin from Georgetown to Kiss in Foggy Bottom due to her world class bob and balayage skills. She keeps my cut sharp and stylish, iterating with the trends and seasons. She understands how to keep you looking professional and modern. The new products she uses for color at Kiss are amazingly gentle and luxe.…

BlowoutsHaircutHairstyling
Angeline2 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 experience at Kiss Salon was wonderful! Everyone was so attentive and friendly. Jean Claude is a master at his art! He explained what was needed for my hair in regards to color since my natural color is fairly dark (which is something other salons haven't done for me in the past) and then I proceeded to…

BlowdryGloss or GlazeHair coloring
Katie2 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★★★★★

If you’re thinking of booking an appointment at Kiss Salon, you should absolutely do it! I’m a new client and will now never go anywhere else to get highlights. Jean Claude was incredibly welcoming and kind, even providing glasses of Crémant while we discussed what I was looking for with my hair. The highlights then…

Paid $200+BlowdryBalayage
Jacqueline4 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★★★★★

Dimitri is the best. He always does a fabulous job with my haircut and highlights. My hair comes out to so great each time I see him.

Paid $200+BlowoutsBang trimHaircut
Zoe5 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★★★★★

Jean Claude is an AMAZING hairstylist. I have been going to him for 9 years and he always does a fantastic job on my cut, color, and style. Kiss Salon is professional, clean, and everyone is so friendly. I can't recommend this salon or Jean Claude enough. I have never been disappointed in a single service from him…

BlowdryBlowoutsHair coloring
Laura3 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $180–200BlowdryHair highlighting

Price

$185+59% 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
Haircut88$45–$91
Hair coloring50$214–$426
Hairstyling49$58–$136
Hair highlighting28$214–$426
Blowouts26$50–$97
Blowdry15—
Curly hair13—
Balayage12$246–$426

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