Analyzing 5,760,1035.8M ReviewsFor 15,83615.8K Experts
We graded 10 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.
From 9,766 Google reviews of 20 top-rated hair removal services nationwide; 10 of them in Jacksonville Beach, FL. Updated October 28, 2026.
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Experts Score 0–100Experts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of hair removal services).
| # | Company | ScoreExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. | FactorsFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (54%): Recency-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.Reliability (24%): How 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.Craft & service (0%): Google 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.Value (14%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Momentum (0%): Penalises 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.Replies to reviews (7%): How 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.One letter per factor score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = below 20. | ★Google star rating as shown on Google Maps. | Typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews). |
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| 1 | Elase Medical Spa - Atlantic BeachJacksonville Beach, FL | A 100How 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 59%100+58.7Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 100Not enough data for 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. | AA–AA– | 5.00 | — |
| 2 |  Fresh Heads Lice Removal - Jacksonville BeachJacksonville Beach, FL | A 98How 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%98+62.3Reliability 28%99+28Replies to reviews 8%100+8.2Experts Score= 98Not 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. | AA––AA | 4.98 | — |
| 3 |  Milan Laser Hair RemovalJacksonville Beach, FL | A 94How 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%94+51.3Reliability 24%89+21.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%95+6.7Experts Score= 94Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AA–AAA | 4.93 | — |
| 4 |  Eluma Laser and AestheticsJacksonville Beach, FL | A 94How 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%93+50.7Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 94Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAAA | 4.94 | — |
| 5 |  Luxury Hair Studio For MenJacksonville Beach, FL | A 92How 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%92+50.2Reliability 24%89+21.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty94−0.6Experts Score= 92Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAAA | 4.91 | $55 |
| 6 |  SASS | Sophia Avera Salon & SpaJacksonville Beach, FL | A 92How 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%94+51.3Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%66+4.7Experts Score= 92Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAAB | 4.93 | $115 |
| 7 |  Elase Medical Spa - Ponte VedraJacksonville Beach, FL | A 88How 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%94+51.3Reliability 24%92+22.3Value 14%75+10.6Replies to reviews 7%68+4.8Craft & service penalty92−0.8Experts Score= 88Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAABAB | 4.95 | — |
| 8 | JT NailsJacksonville Beach, FL | A 85How 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%87+47.5Reliability 24%78+18.9Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%60+4.2Experts Score= 85Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | ABAAAB | 4.88 | $58 |
| 9 |  European Wax CenterJacksonville Beach, FL | A 82How 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%88+48Reliability 24%83+20.1Value 14%99+14Replies to reviews 7%6+0.4Experts Score= 82Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAAF | 4.87 | — |
| 10 |  Paradise Grooming For MenJacksonville Beach, FL | B 78How 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%84+45.8Reliability 24%77+18.7Value 14%87+12.3Replies to reviews 7%67+4.7Momentum penalty62−3.8Experts Score= 78Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | ABAABB | 4.89 | $35 |
What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.
| Job | Low25th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid less than this. | TypicalMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range). | High75th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid more than this. | FairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”. |
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| Haircut | $42 | $49 | $58 | 0% |
| Pedicure | $41 | $48 | $58 | 0% |
| Brazilian waxing | $48 | $56 | $66 | 0% |
| Shampoo & conditioning | $53 | $56 | $60 | 0% |
| Manicure | $48 | $61 | $74 | 0% |
| Hairstyling | $30 | $49 | $94 | 100% |
| Waxing | $63 | $69 | $76 | 0% |
| Acrylic nails | $45 | $53 | $68 | 0% |
| Gel manicures | $40 | $54 | $79 | 0% |
| Long haircut | $45 | $53 | $61 | 0% |
How the 10 hair removal services we rated in Jacksonville Beach, FL compare, and what customers praise most.
A = score 80+, F = below 20.
Average stars per company.
Share of Google review highlights.
All price verdicts left with reviews.
Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.
Satisfaction (54%) — Recency-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.
Reliability (24%) — How 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.
Craft & service (penalty, up to −10) — Google 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.
Value (14%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
Momentum (penalty, up to −10) — Penalises 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.
Replies to reviews (7%) — How 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.
The 10 best-rated hair removal services in Jacksonville Beach, FL average 4.9★ on Google across 5,944 reviews. Fresh Heads Lice Removal - Jacksonville Beach has the top rating (5.0★), and Luxury Hair Studio For Men has the most reviews (1,628). Updated October 28, 2026.
10 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (5,944 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
“A great place to come to get peace of mind! The staff was amazing and patient. They are wonderful and knowledgeable. I was happy we were able to be seen same day. Thank you Erika for helping us!” — Google review
“I have been seeing Emily for hydrafacials and microneedling for the last 6 months, and can't recommend her enough! She's incredibly knowledgeable and is so thorough with every treatment. My skin has never been better!” — Google review
“Bar none, this is THE best barber shop on the beach. Great service, talented haircutters. And very flexible scheduling. Love Angelique and Olga! Never going anywhere else.” — Google review
“Best pedicure! We were out of town and looking for a place for my wife. She said Win and Lian were awesome, kind, and did an awesome job! Great place, and awesome staff!” — Google review
“I had REESE as my waxer and she was absolutely amazing !!! 5 star customer service and professionalism, great after wax results, the receptionist was also great as well, I will definitely be returning !” — Google review
“I had such a great experience from the moment I walked in! My consultation with Brookes Vause was great. She took the time to understand my needs and recommend the treatment plan that was best for me. The place is…” — Google review
“Julia did an amazing job on my hair helping to fix chunky layers I received somewhere else. Now I have a soft light face frame. Great salon experience.” — Google review
“Got a full head and face shave, with goatee trim. Service and attention to detail was fabulous! Great blade work and made sure to trim everything to perfection!!! Highly recommend!!!” — Google review
“I just love going to see Ashley at Eluma MedSpa. They have so many different services they offer and they have nice monthly specials! Highly recommend!” — Google review
“Nikita is absolutely amazing. I’ve been coming to her for some time now and have seen amazing reduction in multiple body areas!” — Google review
We scan Google Maps for hair removal service listings in and around Jacksonville Beach, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Fresh Heads Lice Removal - Jacksonville Beach has the highest Google rating on our Jacksonville Beach list: 5.0 out of 5 from 344 reviews (as of October 28, 2026).
Luxury Hair Studio For Men has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 1,628, with a 4.9★ average.
Only open Jacksonville Beach-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.
Analyzing 5,760,1035.8M ReviewsFor 15,83615.8K Experts