This was definitely the best Sephora visit I've ever had. Eric was so helpful, knowledgeable on different products & how to apply them, and PATIENT. Long story short I went in needing a bronzer, but I didn't want a very orange based or pink undertoned product. I'm a medium-brown skin tone but I have yellow undertones, so a lot of bronzers & foundations tend to turn orange on me once they oxidize. I didn't have a brand or price in mind, I just wanted a powder formula, true brown "bronzer". Eric was very patient and listened to me rant about different brands, my undertones, how I wanna look natural in outdoor lighting, how I didn't wanna use anything cream-based, etc. He listened to every detail, took everything I said into consideration, and showed me MULTIPLE options from brands that weren't even in his section, APPLIED them on my hand for me, and then tried the top two shades on my face. He also showed me applications with different brushes so that I can tone up or down how harsh my bronzer looks, and how the products would look in different lighting. I had a lot of questions and he answered in detail every last one. All of this took place in a matter of 6 minutes. Eric, I really appreciate you & I hope I wasn't too tough on you. Thanks again!! read more

The lady had sent me to morphe because she said Sephora is not known for good makeup brushes LMFAO

I personally am disappointed with this location. The reason why am I giving it a low review is due to the service that receive here. Especially from one woman that works there. One day I came in and was needing assistance with colors and this one lady helped me and she was absolutely AMAZING.. Naturally when I return, I want her to help me again. I swear the second time I swear she had a personality change or completely forgot who I was.. Bc when I approached her.. She already looked annoyed and looking everywhere else and SO not eager to help me find a nude lipstick color since they discontinued another line I used. Since she had an attitude.. Walking through the aisles rushing and picking up products and putting them don't not looking at me or talking.I decided to search that huge selection myself. I saw that bitch walk up to some other employee and start whispering and they both were laughing. I swear this lady was talking about me over their walkie talkie system to each other. By the time I found a shade and needed help... I approached the lady and they stopped laughing. After I returned again to get something else I needed the store manager noticed I had a pissed off look on my face she asked me what was wrong. She then realized that I was a VIB rouge member who literally has spent over 5k in sephora so she tried making stuff up to me by giving me cosmetic bags and filling it with makeup around the store. To this day that that evil fat ugly bitch still stares me down when she sees me and forcibly says do you need help lol she will always get a NO from me.Probably bc she got in trouble but I don't care lol I should have to flash my fancy credit cards around the store to get a level service. No way. The Willowbrook location held makeup for me all the time bc they got to know me and my needs. They need more staff available to help. read more

Look up beauty Junkie, and you will find a photo of me smiling with lotions potions and samples of perfume in my hands. This location, I don't have a problem with, as I go during the week, I know better than to step foot in the Galleria on a Saturday-No thanks! They have recently redone their reward points, so yesterday when I stopped in to buy my Big Lash mascara, Smashbox concealer, and new LOVELY perfume, I was told I had points enough to get a Chris McMillan hair sampler, which had some good loot in it. Also, since my birthday is coming up, they gave me an extra gift which was a benefit bronzer and baby benefit mascara. SCORE! This place has it all, face, body, the latest and greatest from all your favorites. read more

So back in my early twenties, I had a serious make-up hoarding problem. It would have legitimately brought a full grown drag queen to her knees and reduced her to tears! However, I credit this Sephora and my diminishing budget for curbing my obsession. I blame mostly MAC for my overflowing traincases and shoeboxes of mostly unused make-up - screw you MAC for having a new collection every month! Sephora on the other hand, offers more selection - as in more brands, but far less frequent releases and this somehow weaned me off my make-up habit. I guess the feeling that I didn't have to keep up? Oh yeah and that whole depleted bank account - yeah that really helped! Anyway, this was probably the first Sephora in Houston(?) and it's glorious. I love LORAC and Urban Decay - both are available here! Also NARS blushes - ladies . . . they are the best ever. I own all the powder blushes with the exception of two (so apparently I still have hoarding issues, AND?!) and they are the cat's meow. There's also a modest amount of men's products so no more listless boyfriends sitting outside, bored as heck! Sometimes the sales associates can be a little irritating . . . look lady, I don't need help - back off! But they can be useful if you're at loss as to where to locate your particular product or what product can satisfy your needs. In all honesty, I prefer to shop Sephora online because of the free samples (although you can extract fragrance samples from the SAs here every so often) and wider selection. But a little in-store perusing is necessary sometimes to test out the products before purchase. Be sure to join the Beauty Insider club if you haven't already - for every $100 you spend - you receive a deluxe sample. If you save up until 500 points - you can redeem your points for a specially reserved full sized product. Love Sephoras, all Sephoras, bu the one has a special place in my heart. read more

If I'm honest, I've never been a Sephora shopper, Namely because Shopping for beauty products has never been my "thing," and I get overwhelmed when store associates--who have nothing but good intentions--bombard me with suggestions for other products I should try. But that didn't happen this time. In fact, The customer service I received today was probably the best I've had. Kaila ball was the store associate who helped me. I told her what I was looking for, she LISTENED to what I said, found it for me, and also recommended a better fragrance that I ended up purchasing. What I really appreciated about Kayla was that she was respectful of my time, space, and not at all overbearing with her suggestions. I often avoid asking a lot of questions to avoid a situation where I feel like I'm being pressured to buy something I really am not sure I want. I did not feel that way with KAILA. I actually left the store that are in formed when it comes to the types of fragrances, undertones etc. As an attorney, I believe one of the best things you can do for a client is to educate them--that is, equip them with the knowledge to make an informed decision. Customer service is no different. Today, I left Sephora with my products, some free samples, and an education! Very impressed with Kaila's customer service and will definitely be back. read more

As a makeup junkie/hoarder I really like this store. They recently revamped their "VIB" program and introduced a new highest tier known as VIB Rouge. Maybe I'm tacky but I like having the super chromed out red card and the great thing about being Rouge is that the staff knows you and knows that you probably know what you're looking for so they ultimately leave you to your own devices. I've heard people complain about staff supposedly pointing you to a more expensive product but I personally don't feel that this is the case. I was on the hunt for a good anti-aging wrinkle eye cream and was eyeing both the dior capture totale and the shiseido one. The rep I spoke to actually recommended an Algenist eye cream that was half the price of the other creams and thus far it's worked great! Overall I find the staff at this location friendly and knowledgeable. I definitely like how I can have unlimited access to the beauty studio now and appreciate the recommendations that the artists give me! If you are skin challenged or have any concerns they have a great return policy which allows you to return a product, even if used or opened, if it doesn't work out for any reason. Where else are you going to find something like that? read more

Jahaz was amazing. He spent so much time answering my questions and making sure I got the best customer service. He is the best

I'll admit it--I get a bit claustrophobic. And when I do, I tend to get antsy and a tad bit bitchy. Which is why I tend to avoid Sephora. Without fail, when you go in there, you will be groped (usually unwittingly) by every single person you walk by. There just isn't enough room, regardless of how large the store--and this one is a decent size! I venture in there every once in a while to quickly grab what I need and escape to fresh air and people whose weight isn't mostly comprised of makeup. They always make a regular person feel so dowdy since everyone has their makeup done as if they're going to some red carpet event. They carry all the major brands of cosmetics and the aisles alone can be a bit overwhelming. There is just so much to look at. But that is both the best and worst part of Sephora. They are known for having samples available so you know what you're getting. I find this incredibly helpful. I hate wasting money on makeup that I don't end up using. Usually it just sits in a drawer until I see my sisters and I can dump it all on them. If you can actually elbow your way to a mirror, you can try things on to your heart's content before buying. My other major beef with this place (besides the crowds) are the smells. It just isn't a large enough space for all the perfumes that they have going on. People are spritzing left and right and your nostrils don't know what to do. I'm immediately left feeling lightheaded and a little disoriented. Perhaps that puts you into autopilot and causes you to spend more than you wanted to? Quite possible. This can become your best friend if you go on an off day. You'll have the whole store to yourself and plenty of space to try things out. Plus, the salespeople can actually be helpful when they're not being bombarded by hundreds of customers. read more

I had to run in really quickly to pick up a brow kit & I was very surprised with how helpful the staff was right up until closing! I walked in at 8:50pm - right before closing - and I had multiple staff members help me find what I was looking for and make suggestions for me. They even helped me find a lot that had everything I needed read more

Walked into the store. Not one employee spoke. Walked around the entire store viewing products. Not one employee spoke, greeted me or asked if I needed assistance. I spotted at least 10 employees... store was not busy. I walked out without spending one penny. The END. read more

This isn't so much a judgment of "Sephora" in general as a comment on THIS particular location... There is indeed a really large selection here, but unfortunately, they are always out of their most popular items, such as Benefit's "They're Real Mascara." It's easier to walk over to Macy's where they have a fully equipped Benefit counter, with cosmetics reps who will not just see you as one of 50 costumers in the store. While understandably, they have a big problem with shoplifting, I don't appreciate feeling like someone is watching me like a hawk instead of being there when I need them. The most offensive thing about this Sephora location is its power to make any costumer who walks in feel soooo claustrophobic. Since this Sephora is in the Galleria, it's ALWAYS OVERCROWDED, and it isn't just because it's a high traffic location. It's because the store itself feels like you are walking into an outdated apartment's galley kitchen. It is long, narrow and VERY cramped. Going in there makes me hyperventilate . . . This Sephora doesn't have the ability to feel each costumer like their needs are being met, or like they are paying enough attention to what they are looking for- I avoid this location at all costs (My favorite Sephora is the one in Rice village), and it isn't difficult to do so in the Galleria. The thing about this Sephora is, there isn't really much that you can't find in dozens of other Galleria shops and department stores. read more

Again, impeccable service. Today I bought a lip gloss and summer foundation, as always The Glasses bald guy is of great service. Can't wait to shop there next weekend. I'm on the hunt for the perfect pair of 'BOYFRIEND JEANS'! A little birdie at Sephora is in the 'know'...I'm waiting!!!!!! Anyway, I will have a complete makeup make over next weekend at Sephora....Yippee! read more

I'm a huge "beauty-product-in-general" junkie. I am a HUGE fan of Sephora, and only come to Sephora to get all my beauty products. The reason i am giving this Sephora 3 out of 5 stars is because of the staff. Don't get me wrong, the staff was helpful, but they were also rude. My boyfriends mom and myself spent 1 hour in here splurging on products, but when we had any questions, every lady i asked was too busy to help. Let me say this, there was only a hand full of people in here when we were here so they had no excuses to NOT help us. read more

Made a quick stop here just to browse around. Even though this place was busy, the sales associates were friendly and asked if I needed any assistance -- unlike MAC... *ahem* As I was looking around the fragrance section, there was a particular perfume that I liked. But, already having a few different ones at home that I wanted to use up, I didn't have the urgency to buy another immediately. As I was leaving, an employee named Roseitta stopped me asking if there was a perfume in particular I wanted. I told her what it was and explained my situation; she understood. As I was checking out, Roseitta provided me with 2 perfume samples of Chanel's Coco Mademoiselle (the one I wanted) and 2 of Chanel Chance. Thanks girlfriend! + Was able to get my free Sephora birthday gift even though mine was last month. read more

I went into Sephora wanting a new fragrance but I wasn't quite sure which direction I wanted to go. I've worn Vera Wang Princess for years but have recently gotten tired of it. I was highly impressed by Sephora's interactive fragrance station which squirts notes from the various fragrance families and allows you to smell them. One of the women working that section, Alicia, came over and listened to what I was looking for, looked up Princess to see the notes it contained and was able to identify fragrances that I would like. She was fabulous, even after I told her I did not want to make a purchase that day. Unlike the women at Saks, she was as not bothered by this and didn't push me. She was extremely knowledgable and patient and I would highly recommend her. She gave me a sample of a fragrance I liked to see if I still liked it later, and I will definitely go back to purchase it. read more

Don't get me wrong. When you walk into this this Sephora it is like a dream. This location is huge! At first I was doubting to go here because of lack of expertise on products, but the confidence that I gained from the staff at other Sephora stores in Houston made me do it. As walked in, asking for help was really difficult since it was during the weekend. When I finally got someone to help me match a foundation (I arrived barefaced), the person was pretty rude. I am not sure if they were being prejudicial. Anyway, They are still pretty talented. They know what they are doing because they were the only ones that were able to give me something that actually matched! read more

Went into Sephora looking for foundation and perfume. Stella was so friendly and helpful, she made my shopping experience so much easier. Definitely would come back for her help! read more

This is the third times my wife shop at this Sephora store and probably the 100+ times shoppi at Sephora. This is my wife absolute cosmetic store, she shop at Sephora almost every time we go to the mall. The staffs at Sephora are extremely helpful, if they see you looking for something they would come right at you and ask if you need any help to find anything. They also keep the amazing inventory of all beauty products of all popular brands. I highly recommend this place. read more

Lady working there thought my little sisters were stealing $8 lip gloss... didn't even offer to help before that and just KEPT staring, even stopped talking to the customers she was helping once she saw that a lip gloss wasn't in the basket anymore until my little sister over heard her asking me where it was and if I needed her to put it up for me and my sister said "I put it back".. no one wants to steal no $8 lip gloss especially a Sephora brand lip gloss lol, rude a** workers too, only nice one was a girl with short hair and pink eye shadow. I won't spend money here anymore read more

Very unprofessional. In an attempt to get an appointment for my gf for her birthday we ran through several errors with their technology. After 30 to 40 mins trying to get things to work we were able to schedule and appointment only to come a day later ON HER BIRTHDAY and find that THEIR employee booked our appointment for a store in a different state. We were then told we would have to wait because of their error, behind three clients labeled as "walk in's". I feel bad for the employees who tried to actually help and those who have been reduced to working behind a iPad and iPhone to run their operations/skills. Could not believe the attitudes for something THEY did wrong. Whoever the guy was that I spoke to you should change your attitude/customer service AND your makeup. One star is a compliment by the way! read more

This is a big, well-stocked Sephora. Even in mid-Christmas-madness. I'm not likely to go to this store too often only because it's in the Galleria, and I tend to avoid the Galleria whenever possible. read more

Great customer service. I was using my lunch break to pick a lipstick, therefore I was in a rush. I ask an associate where I can find the brand Stila lipstick called - Carmello. I did not get the sales associate name, however she took me where the lipstick was at. Went to the counter to pay, cashier was extremely nice & recommend to sign up for the reward program. Took less than 3 minutes to sign up & told me all the perks for the rewards card. Went in & out quickly with great customer service. read more

This Sephora is bigger than the one at Rice Village, and with it being in the Galleria, it also contains some brands that you're not going to find at the Rice Village location (like Guerlain). The sales people are definitely busier here, and so you're not going to find that level of service (boredom?) that you find at the other location. There are plenty of things for you to look at while you're sitting in Sephora. I can spend way too long there while my fiance goes to look at the Microsoft and Sony stores nearby. Speaking of spending, make sure that you sign up for their rewards program because you wind up getting "free" deluxe sample sizes at different point levels. read more

If I could give a lower rating I would. My friend and I went to Sephora in the Galleria ON A MONDAY, to purchase some specific make-up products. By the way Monday June 26 2018 approximately around 3-4 pm was super slow, not one person assisted or even greeted us. There were several employees on working however If we tried to get their attention, immediately they would look the other way. I tracked two different women down to ask where this particular make-up was and both of them just pointed to the area. We were there for at least 30 minutes trying to give them the opportunity to help us, but also we made a specific trip for this tattoo cover-up. I am in the customer-service business, and if I did not love Sephora I would never go into another Sephora again. Management really needs to reevaluate their employees. read more

I'm a VIB Rouge so I've been to many, many Sephora's around the country. I was visiting the Houston area and was seriously impressed by this Sephora! They had many brands that my local Sephora doesn't carry and I only get to see the brands online. I was so surprised to see a beautiful Christian Louboutin nail polish carousel( retail term). They had all the Estée Lauder double wear colors displayed, all your favorites like Anastasia, Kat Von D, Bobbi brown, Laura Mercier, Smashbox, Sephora collection, Too Faced, Benefit, Bareminerals, Urban Decay, Makeup Forever, Nars, Lancome, Velour lashes, plus many more and, high end brands like Givenchy and Guerlain, Surratt, Tom Ford fragrance, Replica and tons of skincare and hair products to drool over!! What an awesome Sephora !! read more

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I came in because I had an emergency. I got a huge bruise the day before my graduation and needed to get it covered up. Luckily, they paired me with someone that had gone to a class on tattoo coverups. Marco was an absolute joy and was amazing! He color corrected and concealed the bruise perfectly. You could not even tell that it was there when he was done with it. You can tell that the people that work here really love their craft because everyone came to see how the bruise cover up was doing and what techniques Marco was using. At Mac, they had just piled on the foundation. It got the job done, but nothing compared to the perfection of Marco's and Sephora's techniques. I would definitely return here for an appointment which requires you buy $50 of products after your session. It's a bargain really since Sephora has such great products and consultants. read more

The hustle and bustle is never ending at The Galleria, so I get it - not every customer is going to receive the nicest treatment all day, everyday. Over time, I've gotten accustomed to finding my own products while sales associates stand around a chit chat. It's become the norm so I hardly even notice anymore. Today was different. I stopped a sales associate to ask about the new Becca Foundation that recently came out. She seemed annoyed and it seemed like I was hassling her, but I kept asking away anyhow because I was just that curious. Another associate nearby overheard and joined in the conversation and enthusiastically shared her opinions (and recommended other products) without me even asking. She had thorough knowledge about each product I asked about and patiently answered my questions. How refreshing! Jamie (with the gorgeous curly hair), thank you for your help and being as personable and sweet as can be. You are an absolute doll! read more

Large selection of brands! The employees were super helpful and knowledgeable of the products. Color matched me and gave me samples of foundation before I bought. Not overly pushy. I did buy a hi lighter. Will return and will recommend this location! read more

Customer service is terrible. They are very unfriendly and their product knowledge sucks. They didn't answer the phone so I drove over from north houston thinking a product was in stock and it wasn't. I already don't love galleria because it's always crowded and difficult to maneuver but I definitely won't be coming to this Sephora ever again. read more

Honestly the worst ! The customer service here is awful . I went and bought a perfume bottle to engrave for my sister and apparently only one individual knows how to operate the machine. I went there before to get perfume bottles engraved and the girl that I initially went to was sweet, patient and very helpful throughout the whole process. In this reason visit the guy kept walking away and talking to his friend who came in as a customer while I was just standing there waiting for him. I had to ask another worker to help who just ended up calling him over. He looked annoyed LIKE I WAS BOTHERING HIM? And no one was helpful. The employees at this location were extremely rude and always seemed annoyed. They need a customer service check. read more

Love the huge selection but just wish the sales staff were a little more helpful/attentive. Checkout is always super slow. If you know what you want then this store works but if you need help then go to a drpartment store read more

DO NOT go by the Google Hours. There's a chance they are wrong!!! You would do better calling the day before you plan on going or just going mid day while already in the mall. I called to inform staff, and I was given a drawn out history of their business hours in the past, as if I SHOULD HAVE known the google map hours posted for the week were wrong. With this year being stressful enough, I didn't want people wasting their time going by incorrect hours. Hope everyone has a blessed Holiday Season. read more

Great service today on Christmas eve eve. Melanie in frangrances was awesome and very helpful. Way to go!!!

I have been in several times and only a few times does someone actually offer to help me. Most of the time an employee cannot be found! Not sure if it's because it is in the mall and they know they will get traffic or if it's because lately that I've gone, It was during the holiday and the seasonal employees don't care. Either way, my last time I went, Josh helped me and was very helpful in finding a specific item. Later, I was just looking and wanted to get an eye shadow palette and there was none on the shelf. I bent down and looked in the drawer and an employee came to me and almost screamed at me that if I needed something I need to find someone to open the drawer. I told her I didn't know but the one I wanted was out so I grabbed another one. She said that one you have has plenty stocked on the shelf. I reiterated that I wanted a different one and she said oh ya we are out of that one but don't open the drawer next time. Umm ok..how about learning some customer service skills is what I wanted to say but I just had to ignore her. I almost walked out, but didn't feel like driving to Ulta. read more

We were invited as a party guest for mini makeovers. The customer service was FANTASTIC. LISA MARIE, was my daughter's makeup consultant and she did a AWESOME JOB. We will patronize this location they treated the entire group like royalty.. read more

I love love Sephora but this review is about this actual location. I had never been to this sephora before, becasue I am from out of town. But my friend took me to this mall and we came here. We had a nice time looking at everything and shopping around. At one point my friend and I were at different parts of the store. When I looked up and was looking around for her, one of the (two?) employees watching me (making sure I wasn't shoplifting I guess??!) says to me: "Mom went that way." and points in my friends direction. WHOA! My friend was so insulted. Yes, she is older then me and I am sure others may have thought that we were mother-daughter but you don't say things like that. It is like asking a woman how old she is. And the employee didn't actually say it in a helpful or happy way...it was almost a sneer. Like she was amused I was out shopping with my mommy! {italics here} My friend didn't want to go back after that. She kept asking me why people thought that two woman, who are of different ages couldn't go out shopping together? She was a bit humiliated. And I agree with some of the other reviews, the place needs some cleaning up so I took off another star. All those employees standing around watching their costumers for stealing should pick up a broom. They kept following me around the store and I understand shoplifting is a big deal and companies lose a lot of money but they should at least try to mask it by being helpful. Manners please! read more

Just visited this location a few hours ago & was quite shocked at how bad the customer service was. I went in solely looking for a new foundation and wanted to try out 3-4 brands that I had in mind. I had hoped to have an associate help me in picking the closest shade to my skin. The place was packed, which is understandable on a Saturday night. Yet, there were a lot of staff who ignored me and overlooked me to ask other customers if they needed help. Some were too busy applying their OWN makeup in the mirror! I almost flagged someone down but they all seemed too busy gossiping, laughing and cursing with each other so I swatched the foundations myself. Thankfully I knew what I was looking for and have basic makeup knowledge and found my product. I still love Sephora as a company, but the staff need some serious training. Us ladies (and guys) are paying good money to keep you employed, so the least you can do is acknowledge & help us. read more

I'd never been to this Sephora before, and today I had THE BEST experience. They made my day! All of the employees were so nice and helpful when I had the weirdest question about a VIB email offer from a week ago. They went above and beyond my expectations!! I wish I knew all their names, but Maddie was exceptionally sweet and gave me all the tips about the products she gave me! I will definitely come back to this location because this was by far the best sephora experience I've had. This morning's team was just pure excellence! read more

My name is Chatara Lewis and I had an incredible experience at the Sephora location Houston Galleria.  From the time I walked in to the time I left, everyone had a smile, greeted me and made me feel important. I  booked an appointment for a Customized Make Up Application and mini facial. My Makeup artist Sarah Banghi was there ready and waiting for me to arrive. When I sat down she asked what goals I have and what I wanted to accomplish. She was very into my needs and very knowledgeable. She asked if I had specific products that I like and suggested new products for me to try. Sarah introduced me to the skin therapist Rayven from Peter Thomas Roth. Raven was so great to work with and had some great ideas also. She did my Mini Facial and she was excellent.   After my mini facial Sarah brought the new products we chose and starting matching my colors. Since I have a very unique look, the Color IQ system was very important to me. The Color IQ system is incredible; it creates three photos of your skin, averages the photos and gives the consultant an average number to work with. Sarah found the correct products that match up perfectly with my skin to give me the best look.  She did an excellent job applying foundation, creating a new look for my eye shape and high cheek bones to customize my features. She taught me some new techniques that I will use to create a new look and help enhance my natural look. I can't say enough about my experience, but would urge all you ladies to give this a try. You will come out looking beautiful and learn some incredible new applications. While you're there, they can help you pick out some new products that you can use every day of your life. Don't forget to ask for some free samples. Great for trying out some new products!! Chatara Lewis read more