Our Story
18 years of beauty, artistry, and community in Gaithersburg.
Our Journey
JBELLA Founded
Johana Molina opens a small chair-rental studio in Gaithersburg with a simple promise: quality beauty services in a language every client feels at home in.
Full Salon Expansion
Growing demand leads to a full studio buildout on S Frederick Avenue, adding braiding, lash, and makeup services to the menu.
18 Years Strong
Now a team of three, JBELLA continues serving Gaithersburg's bilingual community with the same personal care it started with.
“Every client who sits in my chair should feel understood, in whichever language feels like home to them.”
Johana Molina
Owner & Master Stylist
What We Stand For
Bilingual by Design
Every consultation happens in the language you're most comfortable in, English or Spanish.
Community First
18 years serving Gaithersburg families means we treat every client like a neighbor, not a number.
Craft & Care
From precision cuts to intricate braids, every service is done with the same attention to detail.
Meet the Team
Johana Molina
Owner & Master Stylist
Gabriela Velasquez
Senior Stylist & Braiding Specialist
Karina Molina
Beauty & Makeup Specialist
Princess
Official Salon Mascot