Elena Sandi Hair & Makeup Artist

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!

Elena and her team were absolutely wonderful!! She made me feel beautiful and confident while still looking like myself. I was definitely sweating as it was a very hot day but my hair and makeup survived. The bridesmaids looked amazing and our mothers looked stunning. Everyone felt confident and not cakey. She even worked well with my photographer to ensure the day went smoothly. My venue can be difficult for outside vendors to access but she worked with us and them and the day was flawless. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to feel like the best version of themselves.

I have never felt so beautiful in all my life than on my wedding day - and all thanks to Elena! Not only was I absolutely delighted with her work, but her kindness, flexibility and professionalism added to an overall perfect experience!
I don’t wear makeup often and never do my hair, so I was a little nervous getting my makeup done. At 41 years old, I can’t express how beautiful and happy she made me look and feel. I gave some suggestions for my hair and makeup, she did exactly what I asked, AND my hair and makeup lasted all day- PERFECTION!
My two daughters also got their hair and some makeup done by Elena. She was so good with them and did amazing work.
I highly recommend Elena and know she’ll make you feel like a princess on your wedding day! Thank you Elena

Thank you so much for your incredible flexibility and patience. Your work was amazing and you were so time efficient. My hair and makeup looked beautiful!!

I can't say enough good things about Elena and her team! Elena was super flexible as I had some last minute changes with the schedule and also changed my mind on my hair and makeup look from the trial. On the wedding day, Elena and her team were all professional, kind, and incredibly talented. I was a little self-conscious about some acne I was dealing with, but Elena completely put me at ease and made my skin look flawless. The hair and makeup lasted all day and night, and I felt so beautiful! I highly recommend Elena to any bride looking for a truly amazing experience!

Elena and her team were amazing to work with! I had a big group of bridesmaids and moms getting ready and they were very efficient while making sure everyone had a look uniquely tailored to them! One of my bridesmaids has Down Syndrome, and Elena and her team were understanding and flexible to meet her needs as well. The experience was seamless from booking to the trial and wedding day! They were even flexible working with a last minute time change requested by the photographer. Everyone’s hair and makeup looked great and lasted all night through the heat, humidity, and jumping in the pool!