Elena Sandi Hair & Makeup Artist

Elena did an amazing job with my hair and makeup for both my welcome party and my wedding. She was so kind, professional, and truly nailed the look I was hoping for.

My hair is naturally wavy and tends to get very frizzy in the Costa Rican humidity, but her styling held up perfectly throughout the entire wedding day and welcome party. Not a single frizz, and my makeup (and my wedding party’s) stayed flawless without smudging. I was genuinely blown away!

I highly recommend Elena to anyone looking for a talented and reliable hair and makeup artist for their special day!

Elena and her team were very professional, on time, and efficient in getting a big group of us ready for my wedding! I was able to meet with her a couple days before the wedding to do a hair trial, first time was great and then we made some minor tweaks on the day of and it came out exactly how I imagined! Their team also took so much stress off of all of us so we could really just enjoy the morning and afternoon leading up to the wedding, without the stress of everyone trying to get themselves ready in time. Cost was very affordable compared to what I know other people have paid in the US for the same services so I was very satisfied with the price and was able to provide the hair & makeup as a gift to all my girls which was special for me. I didn’t do a traditional bridal party but still wanted the experience of all of my closest girls getting ready with me, and Elena and her team made that happen and i’m so grateful!

I cannot recommend her enough! From our very first conversation, she was incredibly kind, professional, and always responsive to any questions or ideas I had. Her talent as a hair and makeup artist is truly exceptional.

On my wedding day, she not only made me look beautiful, but she also helped me stay calm, relaxed, and confident throughout the entire process. I shared a few inspiration photos with her, and she took those ideas and created something even more stunning than I could have imagined. As someone with sisterlocks, I was especially appreciative of her skill and attention to detail. She styled my hair beautifully and enhanced my natural beauty with flawless makeup.

The final look exceeded every example I had shown her. I felt absolutely gorgeous on my wedding day, and so much of that was thanks to her artistry, creativity, and genuine care. If you’re looking for someone who is talented, reliable, and a joy to work with, look no further!

Thank you for helping make my wedding day so special.

Elena and her team were absolutely amazing. They truly made everyone feel so comfortable and beautiful. Elena helped calm me during some stressful moments on our wedding day. Her and her team were also able to adapt to our crazy bridal party who added services at the very last minute. And when I tell you my hair and makeup lasted ALLLL day and night even through crying all day, sweating buckets, and people leaning against me. She uses high end products and I didn't even feel like I had makeup on at all which I loved. She let me move my trial day to the day after the wedding as I was doing a second photography day at the waterfall. I put my full trust in her to do whatever she thought looked best and she actually killed it. I have never felt more beautiful in my whole life. Thank you Elena and your team you guys were amazing and I highly recommend to anyone needing services!

Most amazing make up/ hair I’ve ever had done, i’ve never felt more elegant and beautiful. Elena and her assistant were so prompt, professional, and personable. They listened to any preferences we had and also had suggestions for what colors would look good on our skin tones. I am so grateful I picked her to be my stylist on my special day. It lasted all day in the Costa Rican heat through many hugs and kisses. I didn’t want to wash it off. Choose her and you won’t be disappointed!!

Elena + her team we're absolutely perfect!! I am someone who doesn't wear makeup every day so I was VERY nervous about getting my makeup done but Elena listened and gave me the perfect wedding day glam. I have never loved my makeup so much! She also did my friends + family, all of who have different hair colors and textures and they nailed each and every one. Everyone felt beautiful and confident all day long, not to mention our hair and makeup lasted all day and night. Elena and her staff were perfect, kind and very communicative. Cant' recommend them enough!!

I couldn’t recommend Elena and her team more. She is so kind, accommodating and she is incredibly talented. I have never looked more beautiful. My makeup withstood tears and Costa Rican heat. Please book with her rignt away. Wis I could give her unlimited stars.

If you’re thinking about booking this makeup artist—DO IT. She and her team are next level! Not only is she insanely talented, but she also creates such a calm and enjoyable environment, which made the whole getting-ready process feel so special.
Every detail was perfect, from the skin prep to the final look. My makeup lasted all day without creasing or fading, and I got endless compliments! Her team made sure everyone looked and felt amazing, and they stayed on schedule the entire time.
Truly one of the best decisions I made. I felt so confident, beautiful, and taken care of. Couldn’t have asked for a better glam squad!

Elena and her team were the perfect complement to my unforgettable wedding day! They were very skilled and professional, and perfectly executed on my vision even when needing to slightly pivot mid-work.

Elena was very easy to work with on coordination and communication (in English!). The team was a well-oiled machine and finished the hair and makeup for the bride and 7 others in the party with ease.

I chose Elena based on some of the work I saw on her Instagram portfolio. I was going for a more natural glam look, though I’m sure she could do just about anything. I shared inspiration for myself and my bridesmaids ahead of the wedding day. The need was able to not just meet expectations, but exceeded them with helpful recommendations on styling based on hair type.

I most definitely recommend her to any locals or international folks looking for a hair and makeup artist for their special day, or any other event!

I don't think I could have had a more perfect experience with Elena. Despite me sending her countless photos and questions, she was always quick to respond and so sweet and helpful along the entire process. She was conversational during the trial and made sure I was completely comfortable and at ease during the wedding day. And when we decided to add on my mom's makeup and the flower girl's hair on the wedding day, her and her sister immediately agreed and got it all done in time. The getting ready session was full of laughter, singing, and I felt like the most beautiful bride. I could not get over how closely my makeup matched to the Pinterest inspo pictures I showed her. I went for a natural, bright, and dewy look, and it stayed perfectly the whole night (despite the Costa Rica heat). And my hair was even better than the photos I showed her and stayed perfectly. I could not recommend Elena and her team enough!