Where do I even begin!? I found Janel through Yelp and after one session, can confidently say that she lives up to her 5-star rating. She was very professional throughout the entire process - from my initial inquiry all the way through the actual make-up application. I had sent her an inspiration photo prior to our appointment and she nailed the look I was going for. Her studio, make-up and tools were all very clean and of high quality. I received so many compliments on my make-up that day and am very impressed at the fact that my make-up stayed flawless for OVER 12 HOURS. What I had appreciated the most about my experience with Janel was how comfortable I felt around her. It was my first time meeting her, but our conversation was so natural and made me feel as if I had known her for years. That's how genuinely kind and awesome she is. BOOK. HER. NOW. Thank me later :) read more

Janel has done my makeup many times for a variety of events, she is professional, sanitary, and makes me feel comfortable. She understands that when I want either a "natural" or "dramatic" look done I mean it. Very skilled and does great work! I always recommend her and will continue too! read more

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I love my make up! If I could keep it on till the next day, I certainly would. Janel did my hair and make up for a wedding- I'm the bridesmaid. She arrived on time. She certainly know what foundation blends well with my skin.my make up still looked awesome even after 10 hours! I didn't have to retouch at all. She's very professional and she definitely delivers. read more

Janel made me look like a movie star! She did my make up for a boudoir shoot and it turned out great. She was super sweet and made sure I was happy with how my make up turned out. If you're looking to get glammed up I highly recommend her! read more

We moved to Elk Grove from the Bay Area and I was dreading trying to find someone here to do my makeup because I had a great makeup girl in the Bay. Janel is amazing! She was patient with me and answered all my questions thoroughly in the booking process. Once she arrived in my home, she greeted us warmly, was very professional with her work and sweet to my kids who were eating breakfast at the dining table when she arrived (she was doing my makeup and hair for our winter family photos). It took her about 5-10 mins to set up and she had her own chair for me and a full beautiful setup with all her makeup/etc. I can't say enough great things about Janel. I showed her a photo of the makeup I liked from a gallery on her Facebook page and she executed it perfectly on me. As a SAHM and Sub Teacher, the only makeup I do on a daily basis is a little foundation and my brows so my annual "makeover" for family pics is my special treat. Her makeup made me feel beautiful and after our family photo session, I even got to have a girls lunch and drinks with a Mama friend to extend the enjoyment of my makeup and hair by Janel. If our photo session was later I would have booked my makeup session later so my hubs and I could have planned a date night so I could wear my Glam by Janel makeup and hair. Now I know for next year. :) ***Don't hesitate to book Janel. She does great work and is so friendly. It was a joy to work with her and I'd absolutely book her again without hesitation.*** Thank you so much Janel! read more

Janel was great to work with! I had her do 4 of my bridesmaids and my bridal make-up. Everyone looked beaaaauutiful!! Janel is super friendly and professional, and her make up is always on point! She was on time, and even kindly took an extra client that needed their make-up done because of time constraints. Definitely would recommend her for your glam needs! read more

Janel did makeup for my mom, sister and I for my brother's wedding. She was patient, attentive, and very down to earth. From the moment I contacted her, she gave wonderful service! We showed her photos of how we wanted our face to look and she worked her magic to create the same image! She is super talented and I could not have been more comfortable! P.S. My make up lasted the entire night! :) I definitely recommend her if you want professional makeup done. read more

I was in the area Sac area for a wedding and was searching through Yelp for a makeup artist. Thank god I found Janel! Janel was so easy to get a hold of and was able to work around my schedule. Her studio is very clean and comfortable. I was sooooo happy with my makeup. She was able to create a look based off a few photos I showed her. My makeup never looked so good!! Janel was also super personable. She was so easy to talk to and there weren't any awk silences. If you're in the Sac/ Elk Grove area I highly recommend going to her!! read more

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I've worked along side Janel during Sacramento Fashion week 2016 & a local news segment, her kit was nice & clean, properly sanitized in between clients & she was so fun & bubbly. It was like we had been friends way before we met. read more

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Janel is amazing!!!! Janel first did my makeup for my cousin's wedding where I was a bridesmaid. She showed up on time and did my makeup, along three other girls. She works efficiently and is detailed. My cousin's wedding was all day and my makeup lasted throughout the whole day. At my cousin's wedding I received so many compliments from my family and friends on how good my makeup was. That's how I knew I had to get my makeup done by Janel again for the future. She asked for what I wanted and listened attentively. Janel is so sweet and easy to talk to. She made me feel comfortable with my bare face. Her work is magic, honestly! Another thing I really appreciate and love about getting my makeup done by Janel is that she sanitizes her kit and is organized. So I can trust and know that she cares a lot about keeping thing sanitary for all her clients. She also reply back quick too and answered any questions I had. I can't wait to see the photos from the photoshoot and share the photos so you all can see how the makeup look in photos. If I could, I would give her a 100/5 stars (: Definitely encourage and recommend everyone to get your makeup done by Janel! It'll be magical. Thank you so much again, Janel! read more

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Janel is amazing and very hospitable! Her studio is very clean (by the way it's in her beautiful house). I came by to get my make up done at 6 in the morning before heading to The Falls Event Center to coordinate a wedding. Oh my goodness, I love that she was so awake and happy while greeting me at the door! Her studio is not only clean but very inviting. She offered donuts, coffee and tea before beginning. Sadly I didn't get a chance to try some because I was already in a rush. Onto the make up portion of this review. All her make up was out and organized. Everything she used was so clean compared to what I've seen with other make up artists. I am not so fond of sitting still for so long, but I actually didn't mind at all. I was really relaxed while sitting in her make up chair. She also used a ring light which I'm guessing helps with making sure everything was evenly blended. Definitely cannot wait to get my make up done by her when I'm back up there in Elk Grove. read more

Ms. Janel here is the one of the best out there when you need to glam yourself up a bit. She has done my make-up numerous times and each time she has not failed on what I wanted. She has a nice, clean place. She's very sweet and easy to talk to. Just tell her what you want and I know you will not be disappointed. read more

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This was my first experience with GlambyJanel and it was nothing less than amazing. I sent my little cousin to get her make done for prom by Mrs. Janel and it turned out wonderful! I'll admit I was a little nervous about hiring just anyone to do her makeup, especially someone that I've never met before but I let her know what my concerns were and what my cousin wanted and she pulled it off. Her rates are very reasonable and she is a true professional. Even though we were a little early for our appointment, she was welcoming and got started right away. I will definitely book her again in the future! read more

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Janel is the best at what she does. Showed her a picture of what I wanted and she nailed it! My make-up was perfect for my anniversary date I would def recommend her to family and friends. read more

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Janel did my make up for a wedding I was attending. I am back now from the event and I literally don't want to wash my face because I love what she did! I asked for smoky, dramatic eyes and I got that and I think even better. She also did a perfect color match. I couldn't be happier. This isn't her full time job, but you would think it was. She just applies make up with so much ease and understanding of how to make you look stunning. I get my make up done whenever I go to special events and the make up she did was by far one of the best. She is also so professional and has a great personality too. I received so many compliments from my husband and my friends. If she were in San Francisco she would definitely be my go to person. If you are around this area and are considering Janel you won't be disappointed. read more

I found Janel through Yelp when I wanted to get my makeup done for an event. Booking with her was easy; I was able to e-mail her to schedule an appointment, but I believe you can text or call her as well. Her website was extremely informative!!! Just make sure to schedule in advance since she gets booked up quickly. She can do her services on-location or at her "Glam Studio." I went to her Glam Studio, and it was very clean, open, and well-lit. I'm a total makeup newbie, so Janel was great at explaining what she was doing. She let me watch her apply my makeup and even gave me a mini tutorial on contouring. So the experience was not only fun, it was a good lesson as well for myself :) Also, I have to say that she put false eyelashes on me for the first time ever! I was a little apprehensive but she was completely understanding and patient. Now I'm addicted to false eyelashes! All in all, Janel is an amazing makeup artist and she is so easy to talk to. I loved the look she gave me! My makeup lasted the whole day. She makes you feel completely at ease during your appointment, so don't hesitate to book her for any makeup application needs. read more

Janel is an incredible makeup artist! Not only did my makeup look amazing, it also stayed on all day. If you're looking for someone to do your makeup, look no further. She's the ONE! Book your appointment with her! read more

Janel was really professional and truly wanted to know what I wanted my wedding look to be like. Her prices are definitely fair. She has an amazing studio set up with good lighting and lots of products. She was engaging and definitely made me feel comfortable during my trial. It was clear she knows what she is doing. I would highly recommend her to anyone. read more

Janel is amazing. She did my makeup for a quincenera I was a godmother for. I am super picky about my makeup and was nervous to pick someone I had no previous experience with. I looked at the reviews and took that leap. I am so happy I did. Everyone told me how great I looked and my makeup lasted all day from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (other than touchups on lipstick of course). Leading up to the event I contacted Janel for ideas and she gave me some recommendations based on the dress I wore. She was great to work with and will definitely book her again as well as recommend her to others I know. Book Glam by Janel!! read more

I booked my appointment with Janel to have my daughter's make up done for prom. Janel was great with communication prior to the appointment. Her studio was clean and her make up application was sanitary. My daughter was wanting a more natural look. Janel was great at giving her exactly what she wanted. She gave her a smoky eye, face contouring, and perfect eyebrows. Everything looked perfect but not over done. Also, she had her make up done at 9 AM and it lasted the entire day and into the evening without any issues. My daughter received lots of compliments on her make up. I will definitely be calling Janel again for senior pictures, homecoming and prom next year. Perfect make up application for people of all ages! read more

I was attending a wedding and wanted my makeup and hair done. I searched and searched and I am so unbelievably happy that I found Janel. She is by far amazing. She was so helpful with finding different options from makeup to hairstyles. She was so sweet and professional. She made me feel so beautiful. If your looking to be transformed she is your go to! read more

My girl Janel!! I first saw her on a friends Instagram and immediately thought "Daaaaang girl, she knows how to blend SUPER BOMB!!!" haha So I emailed her, and asked to see if she was available to do my makeup for my brothers wedding. The morning of, we had been emailing back and forth like crazy prior to the big day! I was super picky and very concerned with my face, (acne prone, super oily) and wanted to make sure certain looks would look great on me! She never once said "Girl calm down" lol or ignored me! I must have sent her a pic a day changing what I wanted done! LOL. The day of I came over early!!! She has such a beautiful home, EXTREMELY sanitary, and made me feel super comfortable! She was the nicest makeup artist I have had do my makeup! She was very professional, had all shades of everything! her set up- AHHMAZING! The makeup she used, could have not looked any better! I was completely blow away how pretty she made me look :) Everyone complimented me on my makeup, and wanted to know which mac I went to! They were all shocked when I said, No Mac here!!! Janel also gave me a little goodie bag to take home, which was super sweet!!! I definitely will use her over and over again, because she was THE BEST!!!!! read more

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Hands down Janel is the best person I've ever gotten my make up done by. I loved the environment she provided, clean, cute, and cozy! When applying the make up you can tell/fell how clean she keeps her brushes! I received so many compliments from my nursing classmates and family. From now on she is my go to girl!!! read more

Janel is a homegirl now bc she fit me in her schedule and did my prom makeup when I scheduled the appointment days before prom. Let me just list off a few miracles she worked: light natural lashes, bomb eye makeup for mono eyelids,and made natural looking brows when I had none. Since she worked out of her home, I felt like I was getting my makeup done by my favorite cousin, but with Kardashian results. read more

I loved working with Janel! Had a bridal trial today and it went sooo well! All my friends and sisters are raving about how perfect she did my face. My face has some things that make it more difficult (deep set eyes, a few small bumps on one eye lid, eyelashes that are long but stick straight and blonde, really fair skin with no yellow undertones so it's hard to shade match and not overwhelm with blush) and she handled it easily. You can really tell she's a perfectionist and that she wants to make sure you get exactly what you want. I didn't super clearly explain my vision to her but she still nailed it. My eyes are hazel and they usually look muddy and brown but the makeup made them pop crazy green. I'm so happy. I've taken a zillion pics in lots of different lighting and I still love it. I've never been satisfied with a MUA like this before! She'll do even better for my wedding. She's also really reasonably priced for this area! read more

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Wanted to get my make up done for my white coat ceremony and she did an AMAZING job Never been happier with my make up. Perfectly what I asked for! And she was willing to come to me early and super nice and sweet about it! Love loved it!! read more

I went to Janel for the affordable prices. She is really nice person, she listened to what I wanted and I adjusted the makeup on my eyebrows. I asked if she could give some lessons and she agreed. It was my first time putting on some pro makeup.When you go to her place you feel welcome and confident that you will get great results. read more

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Janel did my makeup for my Junior Prom and it was everything I wanted. She did such a great job and she's so sweet and made me feel very comfortable. read more