Hair extension technician · Sacramento, CA · reviewed since 2021
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 69%99+68.5Reliability 31%96+29.5Experts Score= 98Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#12 of 87 wedding hair stylistsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 87%
5.0★★★★★70 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Leah Nakata Hair five stars based on seventy reviews, with the owner responding to nearly all feedback. Clients frequently cite natural-looking extensions, precise color correction, and efficient service as key benefits. Recurring themes include the technician's punctuality, detailed consultations, and provision of aftercare products. Many customers note that the salon offers a comfortable atmosphere with refreshments, while one review mentions the significant financial investment required for the services.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 70 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 70 Google reviews (70 with written comments, 10 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 99% 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: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.
Leah Nakata HairWedding 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.Leah Nakata Hair: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
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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.Leah Nakata Hair: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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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.Leah Nakata Hair: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 50.–
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Star ratings
70 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars70100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 70 written reviews
98%praise
Praise6198%
Complaints12%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude2134%
Would recommend2032%
Quality & results610%
Price & value58%
Speed & response46%
Honesty & trust46%
Communication23%
What customers talk about
We read 70 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Leah is professional, stylish, and passionate about doing amazing hair transformations…not only the first time you see her, but every time you see her.”
“I would not hesitate to recommend her services to anyone who is looking for extensions.”
“Leah is so friendly and she does an amazing job with my hair!”
“Absolutely worth it!”
“She is incredibly talented, thoughtful, efficient, and knows her trade through and through.”
“I worked with over 200 clients in the hair industry and she is by far my top pick to trust with my hair!”
“…nto my lifestyle (sweaty, active mom) but Leah guided me through and answered all my questions with incredible patience.…”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Leah Nakata Hair for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
KKristen10 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★★★★★
Leah is amazing. I had been wearing wigs for years and felt really disconnected from my real hair. She gave me beautiful, natural-looking extensions, and also helped me feel confident in my own hair again.
She is incredibly talented, thoughtful, efficient, and knows her trade through and through. She truly is the…
GGillian2 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★
I had been thinking about extensions for awhile and did a lot of searching. I was so lucky to have found Leah! Ladies, the “dream hair” experience is for real! I feel beautiful and confident and am just so happy. Leah is amazing and makes sure you have all the right products and information on how to care for your hair.
CChrissie1 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 year ago★★★★★
Leah is a skilled professional. She stays ahead of the trends with the latest extension technology which is hard to find in Sacramento. She’s incredibly fast, my color is always perfect, and she’s always on time. She recently launched her own shampoo line, which I love.
JJenn9 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. · a year ago★★★★★
Leah is a master at what she does! I was so frustrated by menopausal hair thinning and the condition of my hair. She has not only transformed my hair, but her color technique gives me the natural look I prefer, and her tips on maintenance and care keep my hair in great condition between salon visits. I absolutely…
WWHS1 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 year ago★★★★★
Leah is professional, stylish, and passionate about doing amazing hair transformations…not only the first time you see her, but every time you see her. She gives you a consult with every appointment to make sure you’re always on the same page, creates gorgeous looks from color to extension transformations..and is…
HHallee10 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. · Edited a year ago★★★★★
Leah is magic. After seeing Leah for a few years, I finally took the plunge and invested in extensions. Just a partial volume weft gave me the dream mermaid hair I always wanted. I was intimidated by the process and did not believe my dream hair could fit into my lifestyle (sweaty, active mom) but Leah guided me…
Leah is amazing. I had been wearing wigs for years and felt really disconnected from my real hair. She gave me beautiful, natural-looking extensions, and also helped me feel confident in my own hair again.
She is incredibly talented, thoughtful, efficient, and knows her trade through and through. She truly is the best I’ve ever seen at hair extensions, and I’ve seen a lot! Absolutely worth it! ❤️
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you so much Kristen, your kind words mean the world to me. I’ll see you soon!
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Gillian Soles2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Gillian has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had been thinking about extensions for awhile and did a lot of searching. I was so lucky to have found Leah! Ladies, the “dream hair” experience is for real! I feel beautiful and confident and am just so happy. Leah is amazing and makes sure you have all the right products and information on how to care for your hair.
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Thank you so much for the feedback! I look forward to keep the dreams flowing.
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Chrissie Curnutt1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Chrissie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah is a skilled professional. She stays ahead of the trends with the latest extension technology which is hard to find in Sacramento. She’s incredibly fast, my color is always perfect, and she’s always on time. She recently launched her own shampoo line, which I love.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for the love Chrissie, i'm so thankful for you and the time we spend together. I cant wait to see you next time.
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Jenn Sawtelle9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jenn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah is a master at what she does! I was so frustrated by menopausal hair thinning and the condition of my hair. She has not only transformed my hair, but her color technique gives me the natural look I prefer, and her tips on maintenance and care keep my hair in great condition between salon visits. I absolutely love her and the pixie dust she seems to sprinkle at each appointment!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Jenn! Thank you so much for trusting me with your amazing hair and always taking my advice. I love taking care of you and I can’t wait to see you soon.
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WHS Football1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews WHS has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah is professional, stylish, and passionate about doing amazing hair transformations…not only the first time you see her, but every time you see her. She gives you a consult with every appointment to make sure you’re always on the same page, creates gorgeous looks from color to extension transformations..and is the kindest, sweetest soul you will ever meet.
I worked with over 200 clients in the hair industry and she is by far my top pick to trust with my hair! You will feel gorgeous when you leave her relaxing suite and know exactly how to achieve healthy, beautiful styled hair at home with her guidance! You will feel and look absolutely gorgeous! -Marnie Petrini
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for the love Marnie! I love taking care of you and giving you the hair of your dreams. I’ll see you soon!
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Hallee Caron10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Hallee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah is magic. After seeing Leah for a few years, I finally took the plunge and invested in extensions. Just a partial volume weft gave me the dream mermaid hair I always wanted. I was intimidated by the process and did not believe my dream hair could fit into my lifestyle (sweaty, active mom) but Leah guided me through and answered all my questions with incredible patience. When I was ready to take the extensions out and go for a chop, Leah was also super supportive and I love my new shorter hair now too. No matter where you are on your hair journey, Leah will make you feel like an absolute queen and she weaves her magic in half the time it takes other stylists so you can get in and out and back to your busy life. She is simply the GOAT ❤️
Response from the owner · a year ago
Hi Hallee! Thank you so much for the kind words! I can’t wait to see you soon and love on ya.
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Rachel GreenbergLocal Guide · 11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rachel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah is one of the best stylists I’ve ever been to. I was referred to her by a friend that had been going to her for 10 years and I can see why. She took her time getting to know me and my hair, the things I liked and more important, the things I wanted to improve. Over a few appointments she was able to give me my dream hair. The perfect blonde with extensions for volume. She is thoughtful about the health of your scalp and hair which I love. I look forward to every appointment with Leah!
Response from the owner · a year ago
I look forward to every appointment with you! Thank you so much for the review. Can’t wait to see you next.
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THE RAYOS LIVE5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews THE has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah is amazing! She is truly passionate about hair. She has so much knowledge about not only beauty but also health in general. Leah is a very inspiring person to me! As a performer my hair is super important on stage, and she has helped me to create the look that fits both my stage persona and myself in daily life. I can’t recommend her enough!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for the love! I love helping you feel like you can conquer each performance. I look forward to seeing you soon :)
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Julia Moore2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Julia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah has completed transformed how I feel about my hair loss and going through menopause. At a time when I thought I was losing my confidence, she has blended beautiful natural extensions with my natural hair, to make me feel revived. People don't notice my hair. They notice how happy I am. The experience from consultation to the new you in a private comfortable environment will truly change how you feel about aging with grace.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Hi Julia! I’m so glad to make you feel like a new you. Thank you so much for the love. I’ll see you soon!
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Margaret Walker3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Margaret has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah is amazing! When I first saw her, she fixed my botched hair color done by another stylist. Since switching to Leah I can go in and relax and know that my hair will look incredible every time. Her studio is so cute and she always has great drinks/snacks/conversations. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you Margaret:) I love taking care of your hair dreams and spending time helping you relaxxxxxxx.
