Our Story

18 years of beauty, artistry, and community in Gaithersburg.

2008 — 2026

Our Journey

2008

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.

2015

Full Salon Expansion

Growing demand leads to a full studio buildout on S Frederick Avenue, adding braiding, lash, and makeup services to the menu.

2026

18 Years Strong

Now a team of three, JBELLA continues serving Gaithersburg's bilingual community with the same personal care it started with.

Johana Molina, owner of JBELLA Hair Salon
A Note From Our Founder

Every client who sits in my chair should feel understood — in whichever language feels like home.

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

Johana Molina

Owner & Master Stylist

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Gabriela Velasquez

Gabriela Velasquez

Senior Stylist & Braiding Specialist

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Karina Molina

Karina Molina

Beauty & Makeup Specialist

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