| Full Name | Jaclyn Roxanne Hill |
| Born | July 20, 1990 |
| Age | 33 years |
| Birthplace | Illinois, United States |
| Height | 5‘ 7" |
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Net Worth | $3 million |
| YouTube | Jaclyn Hill (5.86 million subscribers) |
| @jaclynhill (6.6 million followers) | |
| @jaclynhill (1.3 million followers) |
Jaclyn Hill is an American entrepreneur and internet personality renowned for her beauty content on YouTube. With over 5.8 million subscribers, she shares makeup tutorials, reviews, and inspiration with fans worldwide. Jaclyn‘s collaborations with brands like Morphe and Becca make her an influencer powerhouse. She launched her own makeup line, Jaclyn Cosmetics, in 2019. This stunning social media star has captivated the online beauty space.
Family Background and Early Life
Born Jaclyn Roxanne Eilers, Jaclyn grew up in Illinois with her parents and older sister Rachel. Her father was a real estate agent while her mother stayed home. From a young age, Jaclyn explored her artistic side through dance, performance, and art classes. At age 3, she began jazz, tap, and ballet dance training and continued for 13 years.
In high school, Jaclyn suffered severe bullying for her appearance which took an emotional toll but made her more determined. After graduation, she enrolled in cosmetology school in Chicago to pursue makeup artistry.
Launching a YouTube Career
Jaclyn began working as a freelance makeup artist in her early 20s, building up clients for weddings and photo shoots. In 2011 at age 21, she created a YouTube channel to showcase her work and tutorials. Jaclyn shared:
"I wanted to build my portfolio and get my name out there. YouTube was still relatively new and I thought I could use it to my advantage."
Her boyfriend at the time encouraged her to film beauty tutorials for the channel. Jaclyn invested her limited funds in camera equipment and lighting to give her videos a polished look.
Her very first makeup tutorial went viral, getting 1 million views in a week. Jaclyn was shocked but motivated. Her bubbly personality and incredible makeup looks quickly attracted more subscribers.
In just three years, she hit 1 million YouTube subscribers. Fans loved her down-to-earth attitude combined with transformative makeup skills.
Makeup Collaborations
As Jaclyn‘s audience grew, brands noticed her influence and reach. She was soon receiving major PR packages from companies hoping for her to review products.
Her first collaboration came in 2014 with Morphe Brushes. Their 35-color eyeshadow palette together became a massive success, selling out repeatedly. To date, Jaclyn has created 9 more palette collections with Morphe.
In 2015, Jaclyn partnered with Becca Cosmetics to launch the Jaclyn Hill Champagne Collection – four shimmering highlighters that took the beauty world by storm. The Becca website even crashed on launch day from the demand. She later expanded the range with 3 more highlight shades.
Jaclyn also created limited edition products with many brands like BECCA, Ofra Cosmetics, and Ceramide Lash Serum. Each launch generated buzz among her loyal followers.
Launching Jaclyn Cosmetics
Jaclyn‘s biggest venture came in May 2019 when she finally launched her own makeup brand – Jaclyn Cosmetics. Her first products were a range of 20 nude lipsticks, priced at $18 each.
While the initial launch sold out fast, customers soon complained about issues with the lipstick formula breaking apart and containing unknown lumps. Jaclyn pulled the lipsticks and issued refunds, promising to reformulate.
After a few months of improvements, Jaclyn relaunched her lipsticks along with lip liners in November 2019. While sales were initially strong, some remained skeptical of quality control issues.
Despite the setback, Jaclyn continues expanding her namesake line with new products like eye shadow palettes, highlighters, and setting powder. The brand focuses on rich pigments, glossy finishes, and luxurious packaging.
Other Business Endeavors
Beyond makeup, Jaclyn has pursued other creative business outlets over the years.
In 2016, she partnered with jewelry company Chloe + Isabel to launch an accessories collection featuring dainty necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.
Jaclyn also entered the false lash space, releasing 3 styles of faux mink lashes in 2018 with Eylure called the Jaclyn Hill x Eylure Collection. She wanted to provide falsies that enhanced eyes without being over the top.
Most recently in 2022, Jaclyn co-founded a cosmetics brand called JACI. Their first product is a Vitamin C serum she claims completely transformed her skin‘s glow and texture.
Marriage and Divorce
Jaclyn married drummer Jon Hill in 2009 when she was 19 years old after just a few months of dating. Fans caught glimpses of their relationship on her YouTube channel and Instagram over the years.
However, in May 2018, Jaclyn revealed they had decided to get a divorce after growing apart. She was heartbroken but hoped to remain friends with Jon, saying:
“I gave it my all and now I am ready to start over. I don’t want to just move on and forget about this chapter."
She legally finalized the divorce in December 2018. Jaclyn removed her wedding ring tattoo and said she looked forward to the future.
Relationships and Personal Struggles
Following her divorce, Jaclyn began a long-term relationship with musician Jon Jordan in 2019. She gushed about finally finding her best friend, but they ended up splitting in 2021.
Jaclyn also opened up about her fertility struggles in 2018 after fans questioned why she wasn‘t having children yet. She revealed she had suffered an ectopic pregnancy that nearly caused her death. Doctors said her chances of conception were very low.
While these challenges were painful, Jaclyn continues being open on social media about her journey. She finds strength in being able to help others going through similar situations with her platform.
Fun Facts About Jaclyn
- She has several tattoos, including one dedicated to her late dog Ella.
- Dance was her first passion – she can still bust a move in heels!
- Her dream collab is with Kim Kardashian‘s KKW Beauty line.
- Starbucks is one of her guilty pleasures, especially cold Frappuccinos.
- Jaclyn can do spot-on impersonations of celebrities like Cher and Jennifer Coolidge.
- She‘s a major foodie who loves trying trendy LA restaurants. Sushi is her favorite cuisine.
- Home renovations are another passion – Jaclyn has shown off her modern home upgrades on YouTube.
Jaclyn‘s Best Makeup Tips
Want to recreate Jaclyn‘s flawless beauty looks? Here are some of her top makeup artist tips:
- Prep with moisturizer and face oil for a smooth, hydrated base. She loves natural oils like grapeseed oil.
- Color correct areas like dark circles before foundation to neutralize discoloration.
- Use a dense brush to stipple on liquid foundation for seamless blending.
- Cream bronzers and contours are perfect for sculpting and defining features.
- Set concealer with just a touch of powder to prevent creasing but avoid baking.
- Finish eye makeup first to avoid any shadow or liner fallout on completed skin.
- Apply false lashes after eye makeup but before face makeup.
- Layer 2-3 coats of mascara on top lashes too for a fluttery, volumized look.
- Spritz makeup setting spray all over to lock in the look for hours.
The Future Looks Bright
Jaclyn Hill has achieved extraordinary success starting as a small-town makeup artist to becoming a YouTube sensation with millions of fans. She‘s overcome obstacles and controversies with resilience.
As she expands her namesake beauty brand, business empire, and content creation, Jaclyn‘s star continues to rise. She‘s a testament to hard work and determination. We can‘t wait to see what dazzling endeavors Jaclyn Hill pursues next!
