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Piped By Martina

Eyelash salon · Union City, NJ · reviewed since 2021

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%81+22.9Replies to reviews 8%37+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
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#111 of 137 makeup artistsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 19%
4.9 ★★★★★ 142 Google reviews · 23 photos
96%five-star reviews
4.82★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.5%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.
20%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Piped By Martina at a glance

Google reviewers rate Piped By Martina 4.9 out of 5 based on 142 reviews, with the owner responding to 20 percent of them. Clients frequently praise the salon’s punctuality, communication, and comfortable atmosphere, noting that staff members effectively accommodate specific style requests for lash extensions and brow services. However, several low-star reviews criticize retention issues where lashes fall out prematurely, along with complaints regarding inadequate customer service and difficulty obtaining refunds for unsatisfactory results.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 142 reviews (96% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 142 Google reviews (136 with written comments, 19 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 20% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 23, 2026.
  • Service: Makeup Artist serving Union City, New Jersey.

Data from Google, last updated November 4, 2026.

Score profile vs other makeup artists

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.

Satisfaction86Reliability81Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews37Satisfaction: 86 (median 95)Reliability: 81 (median 94)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 37 (median 60)
Piped By MartinaMakeup Artists 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.Piped By Martina: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.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.Piped By Martina: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
81
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: 99.–
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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: 100.–
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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.Piped By Martina: 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.Piped By Martina: 37/100 on this factor. Category median: 60.D
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Star ratings

142 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars13796%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars11%
  • 1 star43%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 136 written reviews

  • Praise13194%
  • Complaints86%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude4835%
  • Would recommend4029%
  • Quality & results2921%
  • Speed & response86%
  • Communication64%
  • Price & value43%
  • Honesty & trust43%

What customers talk about

We read 136 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “It was my first time and the staff were really friendly and attentive to my needs.”
    “My girlfriend was hoping to have found her newest favorite beauty place but unfortunately they were not professional.”
  • “I would recommend getting your brows done here and will be returning!”
    “This has sadly completely discouraged me of getting lashes again and I would not recommend this place!”
  • “I didn't know how to explain what style I wanted my lashes to be done as I don't get them done often, but she understood perfectly and did a fantastic job.”
  • “This set really compliments my eyes and she really made time go by fast!”
  • “…as on the appointment, she took the time to ask what I was going for, explained her vision, and recommended a different curl than I normally get.…”
  • “Even though I live in NY and she’s in NJ, Martina is worth it every single time.”
  • “I was hesitant because I usually stick to what I know, but I trusted her—and I’m so glad I did.”

People customers mention

  • Alexia 6 reviews
  • Linda 5 reviews
  • Maggie 4 reviews
  • Hoor 3 reviews

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

Recent reviews

Zaida6 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★★★★★

Martina and her ladies are the best. Guaranteed a great set, superb atmosphere and vibes. Highly recommend!!! 100/10

CindyLocal 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Linda was amazing! She was so fast and so gentle during service. I didn't know how to explain what style I wanted my lashes to be done as I don't get them done often, but she understood perfectly and did a fantastic job. I can't recommend her enough!

Sylvanna6 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 months ago★★★★★

I went to Piped by Martina, and Alexia did my lash set! I always get a little nervous trying someone new because I know exactly what I like. From the moment I sat down~ Alexia made the entire experience feel effortless. I accidentally booked the wrong fill and style, but instead of just doing what was on the…

aliyahLocal 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Alexia was BOMB and saved the day from an almost disaster with getting my lashes done! Definitely will return!

Julia3 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

I’ve been going here since 2023. Hoor is the best for brows and I always go to Linda for my lashes! I definitely recommend if you’re in the area

Diana8 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

I got my eyebrows done by Hoor. She did an amazing job, educated me and was very gentle. I would recommend getting your brows done here and will be returning!

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 142 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Zaida Montoya6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Zaida has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Martina and her ladies are the best. Guaranteed a great set, superb atmosphere and vibes. Highly recommend!!! 100/10

hiba3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews hiba has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

perfect lashes, always great when i come!

Cindy EngLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cindy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Linda was amazing! She was so fast and so gentle during service. I didn't know how to explain what style I wanted my lashes to be done as I don't get them done often, but she understood perfectly and did a fantastic job. I can't recommend her enough!

Naralys Ramirez5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Naralys has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Really sucks to do this review but I had been looking forward to go to piped by Martina for a VERY long time. I knew this would be the place I wanted to do my lashes for the first time, and I paid the up charge of $185 compared to $165 just so I could specifically be serviced by Martina, but sadly at exactly the two week mark this is the condition my lashes are in and to be fair my right lashes do look better than my left but the amount of fallout in such a short amount of time, especially for the price point is so disappointing! I made sure to stay out of the water on my vacation as much as possible to keep my lashes intact and used light makeup for max 3 days of the two weeks. This has sadly completely discouraged me of getting lashes again and I would not recommend this place! I was told to come in for a fill in but that would be an additional $90 for lashes that don’t last! Very disappointed in the service overall.

Rory Cummings2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rory has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

It’s a very good place im very grateful im here !

Farnaz Esmaeilian3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Farnaz has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I love my lashes

Sylvanna Le Gall6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sylvanna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I went to Piped by Martina, and Alexia did my lash set! I always get a little nervous trying someone new because I know exactly what I like. From the moment I sat down~ Alexia made the entire experience feel effortless. I accidentally booked the wrong fill and style, but instead of just doing what was on the appointment, she took the time to ask what I was going for, explained her vision, and recommended a different curl than I normally get. I was hesitant because I usually stick to what I know, but I trusted her—and I’m so glad I did. See you in 3 weeks :P

aliyah ramzeeLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews aliyah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Alexia was BOMB and saved the day from an almost disaster with getting my lashes done! Definitely will return!

A MLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews A has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

10/10!!!!!

Francesca Dell'Acqua4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Francesca has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Hoor is the best with the brows! Thank you!!

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