I had a make-over there about a week ago. I wanted some new items from the make-up line I use so thought I would try them out with the make-over. The woman who did it was nice enough, and she did a good job, but the overall experience was not great. She spoke to her co-workers often during the application process, and when she wanted to say something to one of them, she would rest her hand on my face if she was in the middle of applying. AFter the 2 or 3rd time this happened, I had to move my face out of the way. IT was very uncomfortable. This was not professional. I will be going out of my way to Bloomingdales in the future to buy my make-up and have any make-overs. read more

Jason is amazing! On numerous occasions I tried my best to come in Sephora to receive help with my everyday look. I work nearby and was inspired by how he does his makeup on the daily basis. Although i couldn't come on times I stated prior to today, I came 15 mins before closing, and he did not rush in showing me amazing products for my day to day wear. He is very knowledgeable, reassuring and overall a great help and employee. I left spending over $150 dollars. Will definitely be returning. read more

The only friendly face is the security Guard!!! From the manager down is nothing but attitude like if I was bothering them. They kept sending me from person to person when asking about a product and I was told by the manager she didn't have anyone to help as she was picking her nails !!! As a Rouge member I won't be spending my money in this store read more

I booked a 45 minute makeup application appointment and I have to say this is the best my makeup has ever looked! The young lady who did my makeup was Leanne she was so sweet and attentive. While she was applying my makeup she talked me through it so I knew what and how she was doing it. I showed her a picture of a look I was going for and she definitely didn't disappoint! you can't pick who does your makeup when you book your appointment- but I would try to figure out another way to try and get her to do your makeup. Also, Wendy prepped my face before the makeup application and she was also very nice and introduced me to the fresh line. It made me feel like I just left the spa :-) overall I had the best experience here and will definitely be coming back. I received so many compliments on my makeup before I even left the store. The look (including the lipstick) lasted the entire night (FYI it was for a friends wedding). Five stars all around :-) read more

SEPHORA - Leanne did such a great job - Cosmetics & Beauty Supply Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

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For a long time Sephora client personally I will never come to this store again! What a waste of time, Terrible ! Waiting around for 15mins to ask one question, no one acknowledge me while I was standing there waiting. By the time I hunt down one employee they ran out the stuff I need!! Never again! read more

I really like this Sephora. The selection isn't what you would find in Manhattan, but it has most of what I'm looking for. The sales staff are great. This store is eternally, severely understaffed, so snatching up a sales associate for help is kind of like playing Hungry, Hungry Hippos, but when you are able to grab the attention of someone, they are always helpful, friendly and patient even though they're usually in the middle of doing ten other things. read more

I love sephora and as a rouge it's plenty obvious... I'm there at least once a wk. I'm usually good without any help and can walk in and out no problem. Though this particular location is such a pain bc I know that if I'm looking at a new product or GOD FORBID need some assistance I will not get it here. I've been in this location often enough and encountered a good number of the sales associates to know that if I need help I might as well trek to a different location. Not even going to go into detail on why they're so horrible, but just order online. read more

I came in trying to look for a BB cream. I asked for assistance to help find a matte coverage for my oily skin. I was sitting in the store, waiting for at least 20 minutes just to get some help. I ended up having to leave read more

Understaffed. Bad customer service. I came here for a NARS foundation. I know what kind of foundation I want and I couldn't find it in the shelf. I asked one of the staff to get me one and she said she'll be back to me (she wasn't). I went to the cashier if she could call on the foundation from the stock room and she said she'll send somebody to help me. After 15-20 minutes of wait, finally I got someone to help me. read more

I loved getting my makeup done here for a wedding. I called and made an appointment. The actual session is free as long as you spend $50 or more in the store, which is totally worth it because you can buy what ever products you want not the ones necessarily used on your face. My makeup artists name was Stacey she was super nice, actually everyone at the store was. i explained to her my event she gave me ideas that would go nice with my dress and I agreed, it took her over an hour but she made sure my makeup was flawless, even after dancing all night and sweating, my makeup looked amazing. Kept getting compliments all night. I chose to buy the lipstick she used on me and a few hair products since most of the stuff she used on me were things i wouldn't use often and weren't worth buying since makeup expires. I loved the moisturizer she used on me and would recommend the process to anyone. I ended up spending more than $50 but for the work Stacey did on me plus the products i got to take home, it was more than worth it. You don't need an appointment for a quick makeup process like getting eyes lips or even foundation, but you do need one for the whole makeup session which includes consultation. Since i needed my makeup done on a Sunday i was glad i made an appointment because the store was packed. read more

Usually this store is wonderful, but went in today and was helped by someone who was more worried about her friend getting her makeup instead of helping me out. Wanted a darker lip color showed me two and was annoyed when I didn't like either. read more

Men should not be allowed in this store, why oh why can't someone just shoot me in the head

I've been coming to this sephora for about 10 years, always have a positive experience. Please remember that people always are quick to yelp about negatives and not about positives. The staff has always been great. They remember your face and are willing to help. If it's busy they will help you when they are done with the other customer, they offer to order stuff that's not in stock and will tell you if they have tried a product or not. I always love when Ms. Regina helps me. She always wears the most flattering shade of red lipstick and is a sweetheart. read more

The saleslady was ultra-helpful when I went to replace the concealer that was stolen with the rest of my purse. I didn't like the first one I tried, and she suggested a different Clinique item since it was easier to apply, and didn't look as dry on my skin. Looking to upgrade from my Cover Girl blush, I asked her about Nars' blushes, and she very skillfully applied their best-selling color, to my delight. Watch out for the yuppy, moneyed Forest Hills ladies, especially on a sale weekend. I did save $6.00 (15%) off my purchase though. Not many chairs in here, so it's hard to have make-up applied, especially if you're 8 inches taller than the saleslady :) read more

Disappointing experience on several visits. The color selections are always disorganized in every brand area and the testers often are unavailable. Cleanup stations are always low on supplies and makeup sponges. The whole point of Sephora is to test and self serve. Low supplies at the station forces people to crowd at the Beauty Studio getting in the way of makeup applications. It is very odd that all the foundations and concealers in every brand never have the colors for anyone with melanin in stock. The very few and far between colors that they do "carry" are constantly out of stock and never seem to get replenished. The selection is clearly skewed for availability to light or white complexioned customers and this was not the case last year. Based on what some of my less-melanin sisters and partners in cosmetic love have told me, the lighter color products are now rarely in stock and the staff knowledge of brands are limited to about 2 brands on a good day. Staff seem to be lightly experienced in matching lighter complexioned customers and those are the only products available in greater quantities the store. My rating of experience and skill is subpar at best which is evidenced in other reviews. I am appalled that upper management has not performed an evaluation and made necessary adjustments. I as well as 6 other customers with medium to dark complexions have been told "we dont have your color", is this 1953? read more

This is the WORST Sephora. I came here for a makeover with an appointment. I came 15 minutes early, and had to practically flag down a worker to tell her I was here for my appointment. She barely nodded and then walked away. No one else came to talk to me, so when it was actually time for my appointment, I flagged another worker down. She told me to sit and wait. I waited for 10 minutes until the original worker came back and mumbled about how she would be my makeup artist. I told her I was on a schedule, and she informed me that she would have to clean all her brushes first. She spent about 15 minutes cleaning her brushes. My 45 minute makeover turned out to be an hour and a half. Plus, she put on my lipstick crooked (I had to reapply on the way to my event), and drew in my eyebrows without asking me if I wanted that done. Completely unprofessional. I was not happy at all. read more

I have been there several times and I only go there because I live 10 minus away but they are either teaching the staff to cater to only certain people or if you buy products . If I spend my money or get samples, either way I should be treated well and not receive attitude and ignored when I go to this establishment. also very disappointed in sephora and the way they teach staff and management. I will have to go to the one in the city . sad ! read more

I've been to this shop plenty of times over the years and I always receive great service. The sales associates are knowledgable of their products and always make great selections. They're also well stocked and have a tremendous selection. read more

I tend to be very intimidated by the larger Sephora locations...I mean, it can be hard to retain your sanity while navigating through 500 shades of eye shadow spread over 25 brands to find the perfect velvety plum color at a reasonable price, all while skirting over-eager salespeople and blinking against the ultra-bright fluorescent lighting. That's why I like this one: it's big enough to have what you need, but small enough that you feel you are in control of your shopping experience. The salespeople don't hover too much, but are polite when you ask for help. I never leave here spending less than $50, which is why I don't venture inside often, but when I do I am rarely disappointed. read more

I did some last minute holiday shopping here. The associates all greeted me, were friendly and answered my questions. It was clean and nicely organized. My only complaint, I wish they had more gift set options for the holidays. I would visit here again in a heartbeat! read more

It's ok. Good to have in the neighborhood. Didnt find their beauty experts to be very helpful. Somehow the vibe in the Manhattan 34th street location is much more hipper. read more

The ladies of Sephora are chill and laid back here at this location! They always have what I need and I'm in and out the door!

I was looking for travel sizes of skin care products for my vacation. Landita was very helpful and showed me several options. She also gave great samples and explained the products well. read more

It's so sad reading the reviews. I must admit, some of the sale reps are not super friendly. They give you that "can't you see I'm busy face."However, for the most part, the ladies are very knowledgeable and when they do get around to helping, you walk out feeling good about your purchase. I will always go back and keep my fingers crossed. read more

I hate leaving bad reviews, but it was my last nerve today. Worst customer service ever. Such unprofessional and narrow-minded people. Always need to chase someone for help, especially when they are gathering together chatting. What do these people come for - to hang out there or to work eventually? Ok, today I caught someone by interrupting their chatty group, as the item I looked for was not available at display. The girl looked for it grudgingly at the bottom drawer and after acknowledging me that there was no item I needed in stock left me. So I started to look for another equal item myself. After some time the same girl approached me with a questions: "What's happen? What's your problem?" WTF??? What kind of questions were that? It seemed some problem with her. So I went to cashier in order to escape that nightmare as soon as possible, but now the cashier picked up the rude streak. She gave me a receipt, but left my bag over her counter and called another client that she was free. So I had to drag my shopping bag through the person that was already on my place. Additionally, a few times I had an issue with a bought product, which was already used. So from now on I have to always check if it is new. I am so over this Sephora store. Unfortunately, the Austin Street location of this store is the most convenient one for me. If Sephora of Queens Mall will expand and have more products I will definately go there for a great service, since I had excellent experience of shopping at Sephora in JCPenney. Very Fury VIB Rouge Customer read more

Ahh Sephora.... the name just rolls of my tongue and everything in the store winds up in my bag. i walked in with a 100 dollar limit and left 200 dollars poorer. This isn't the Sephora on 5th ave but it will do.The store is stocked with brands you know and love,and a staff thats helpful without being pushy..! read more

I love this Sephora! My guilty pleasure is buying perfume and makeup here!

I love Sephora in general but this is my go-to store as it is convenient and easy to get to (in my favorite Queens neighborhood). It's never too crowded, staff is always very helpful and sweet, and they always have everything I am looking for - unlike other stores (ahem, the one by Times Square.) I love stopping by at least once a month to pick up my beauty necessities as well as monthly treats :) The only downside might be the crowd of teens that sometimes show up and just play with makeup instead of buying things. But that's with most stores isn't it? read more

This Sephora rocks. This was my second time going in for a consultation on some concealer. The first time was for a nice shiner, and this time for two nice dark circles I can't seem to get rid of. Both times I was approached by an employee and they guided me through all the way to the sale. I've always enjoyed coming to this particular Sephora. Loyal fan here. read more

The personel was really polite and friendly. They helped me to find exactly what i want !!! Definitely coming back to that place !!

I don't understand how this location gets such low ratings. This is my local store and I love popping in to get new products and advice. The employees always greet me and check to see if I need help with anything. Although I've frequent this place quite often, I decided to write a review following my most recent visit. I popped in while walking my puppy to quickly pick up some products for contouring. I was holding my puppy in my arms as to not make anyone uncomfortable. One of the Beauty Associates, Yajaira, approached me and said the store was fine with me putting him down so I allowed him to be free from my grip. With my puppy by my side she then asked me what I needed help with. I had asked her about products she recommended for contouring to which she told me to have a seat and she would show me. I get nervous when Beauty Associates do my make up because they tend to go over the top and leave me looking like a clown but I obliged anyway. I sat in the chair with my puppy while Yajaira showed me different products and techniques. While doing my makeup a few other associates and customers came over to pet my puppy which I thought was nice to see that they were comfortable with him around. After about 15 minutes of application and teaching, Yajaira completed an amazing natural looking makeover on my face. She provided awesome service snd helped me feel confident in how to recreate the look myself. I ended up buying all $200 worth of products but had luckily reached VIB status at that point so go 20% off that total so it helped ease that fiscal pain. read more

Customer Service: In terms of the helpfulness of the staff....I think most people who frequent this chain will know that customer service is a hit or miss. I have had one great experience where a sales associate (cheerfully too) went into the makeup storage closet for me to dig out the very last of the brushes that were on sale. Another pretty good experience with someone recommending which lipstick would look good with my skin tone. (And didn't upsell me) Most of the time, however, the people at Sephora "let you browse" which really means "pretend you're not there". It can be really difficult to get someone's attention. Today, for instance, I asked a makeup artist who was really busy checking her own makeup in the mirror how to use a particular product. It was the oddest experience because she never looked at me in response but would talk to the little headset she was wearing. It was a little like talking to someone while they were having some sort of feverish dream. She did eventually flag someone else down to answer my question. Meh. Overall? The corporation is solid. It has great perks and if you're willing to do your homework to see if a particular product is in this store (Check location on the website), then you won't be too dependent on the sometimes unhelpful staff. Sephora company? 4 stars. This particular store? 2 stars. And so we arrive at a happy medium of Meh. Okay. Sure. read more

SEPHORA - Sunday evening (9/1/13) about 30 minutes before closing. Many of the displays are a mess. - Cosmetics & Beauty Supply Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

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Costumer service was good the girl that did my make up was very nice, so that's the 3 stars but my make up was mediocre if that. I wanted natural glam I did not see any glam in my make up. No contouring was done. The make up aged me as well I had to fix it at home. I will not go back to this location although I did see other girls doing great work on other clients. read more

It's a very small Sephora but they always seem to have what I need. The staff here are awesome which is why I stop in about once a week on my walk home. They're very friendly but not on top of you while you browse. I've been to some Sephora's where they follow you around as you try stuff on and repeatedly ask you if you need help. Here, they say hello to you and then let you do what you want. They're also pretty knowledgeable and eager to help if you have questions or need shade recommendations. I've also returned stuff a few times without getting hassled. read more

I went to this Sephora (actually any Sephora) the first time about 2 weeks ago. The staff that helped me were so nice. The one girl Sam helped me find the product I initially came in for (Ciate lash lights) She was so nice and helpful, I have never received so much help and positive vibes before at any store I have ever went to. After I am done I went to the cashier, her name was Michelle and she too was the nicest and most helpful cashier I have ever had contact with, even the associate Sam came back to make sure I got everything I needed when I was being rung out. I am going to be going back to this location next week and I hope Sam and Michelle are working. If i could give 10 stars I would! read more

I would give this sephora negative reviews if I could. IVE NEVER COME ACROSS A LESS HELPFUL SEPHORA IN MY LIFE! It's summer and I'm looking for my summer foundation. As a black girl I always get samples before I buy any foundation to check if it oxidizes etc. I'm standing there with samples and everyone in there is either ignoring me or giving me side eye? What gives? I go up to one guy a tall slender male and he actually helps me but he was the only associate that was actually approachable and working. There was a black girl with gold extensions braided in a goddess braid having a convo with another employee avoiding eye contacts. She was giving her coworker a massage are you kidding me!?!? Then I stopped by the makeup counter and this one black chick with a top knot was doing a woman's makeup. I just look at her and she gives me the most mean side eye and stank face of my life. Basically like I insulted her mother!?!?!? There was an Indian/ middle eastern girl that was available so I asked her for a sample and she looked like she didn't wanna help me. So I asked her if she only worked in fragrance and she looked relieved like yea I only work in fragrance. As if I gave her a excuse. Also she looked at me like I had 20 heads cause I wanted a powder sample. Every Sephora in manhattan gives them to me. Bullshit every sephora I went to anyone could give me a sample or help me with anything in the store minus skin care cause sometimes they were only trained in skin care. She was like oh I'll find someone in colour for you but I walked away I was too disgusted. Why work in sephora if you have no fucking customer service skills. Full of staff but no help to anyone. I'll never go back to this sephora. You guys need to do a secret shopper there asap. Absolutely ridiculous. I wish I got names I'm usually not petty like that but this is RIDICULOUS. Not to brag but I spend a pretty penny in Sephora on the reg. I'm not one of those girls that lives off samples but even if I was I still deserve respect. Maybe if I came in with my face beat and nicer clothes in maybe they would pay attention to me? read more

I was here yesterday and the workers were extremely rude. I was surprised. I have been in this store numerous times and never had an issue. Disappointed. read more

Poor customer service and lack of stock. Been here many times but I swear this will be my last time. I see from other poor reviews I'm not the only one who has issues with this particular location. Does anyone from Sephora's headquarter read these reviews? read more

I love this place. They have a selection of men's skin care. Awesome return policy too.

Granted, I've only been in here once but was attended to in a very warm and professional manner the moment I stepped in. LeAnn did my makeup and boy is she talented! I couldn't have been happier with the makeup application and advice of how to do each step (though I know I could never do it as well). I will definitely return to this store. read more