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.”
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