Makeover Galore - San Mateo, CA

Amber Westover

Elena made our wedding day absolutely magical! From the moment we booked her services, she was incredibly professional, warm, and attentive to every detail. She truly understand the importance of making everyone in the bridal party feel beautiful and confident.

She was punctual and came fully prepared with everything needed to create flawless looks for each bridesmaid. She took the time to listen to our preferences and expertly tailored hairstyles and makeup to suit every individual. The results were nothing short of stunning—every bridesmaid looked radiant, and the styles lasted perfectly all day and night, even through happy tears and hours of dancing!

Her skill in enhancing natural beauty while keeping the look cohesive and elegant for the group was remarkable. Beyond her talent, her calming presence helped ease pre-wedding nerves, making the morning feel stress-free and fun.

If you want someone that delivers impeccable artistry with kindness and professionalism, look no further than Makeover Galore
Elena made a special day even more unforgettable. Highly, highly recommend!

Maria Fong

Thank you for working your magic on me, my daughter, and my best friend, making us look stunning yet effortlessly natural for my son’s wedding. You arrived punctually and stayed true to your timeline, which made the day run so smoothly. You listened attentively to all my requests and graciously accommodated every detail. Your warmth and ease made us feel so comfortable—like you were part of the family.

Having you handle our hair and makeup truly took the stress out of getting ready. I was amazed at how flawless everything stayed from morning until late at night! You clearly have a gift for making people feel and look their best. I highly recommend you and will definitely call you for our next event. Thank you, Elena!

~Maria~

Swapna Dhamdhere

Don't think about it - book Elena as your artist!! She did my wedding hair and makeup as well as hair and makeup for my bridal party. I don't wear a lot of makeup and neither does my party, so I was looking for someone who could make us look camera ready and done up while still looking like ourselves, and Elena nailed it!! She listens really carefully to what you'd like and makes changes until everything feels perfect, and she has such a sweet, fun, and chill energy that its impossible to feel stressed around. Also, the hair and makeup itself held up BEAUTIFULLY the entire day. I was on the dance floor for hours and my hair and makeup still looked perfect at the end of the night through tears, sweat, dancing, hugs, everything. I couldn't recommend her more and will def book again if I ever need her services!

Niharika Goparaju

I love Elena! She is the best in her field. She recently did my makeup for my sangeet, wedding, and reception in Saratoga California. I must say that she and her team did an absolutely amazing job on me and my bridesmaids. Her ability to effortlessly execute three different styles shows her skill and knowledge of her craft.

What impressed me the most about her work is her efficiency and time management skills. She was able to create stunning looks within a short amount of time, without compromising on quality. Her ability to work well under pressure is truly commendable.

Apart from her technical skills, Elena is a sweetheart. She possesses strong interpersonal skills that make you feel at ease. She has a warm, friendly, outgoing personality that makes the entire process of getting ready a pleasant and enjoyable experience. Her ability to build relationships seamlessly is a testament to her professionalism. I loved getting to know her.

Finally, it's super impressive that she is up-to-date with the latest makeup trends. She helped shape my reception red-carpet look, which I received many compliments on. Her ability to stay on top of industry trends while still maintaining her unique style and creativity is a testament to her talent.

Overall, I highly recommend Elena. She truly made my special day even more memorable with her exceptional work.

Lara Stiris

Elena is a gem! She nailed my wedding hair and makeup. It was the perfect balance of dramatic and natural. It stayed on all night and looked amazing in photos. I felt incredibly beautiful and it was exactly what I envisioned. Elena is also such a lovely person! The conversation flowed so easily and by the end of the day, she felt like an extension of my family. Thank you, Elena!

Lisa Mazzanti

I hired Elena to do my bridal makeup and for a few others in our wedding party for my wedding on June 10th. Elena did and absolutely AMAZING job! She was very communicative throughout the process and arrived on time! She was ready to go and all of the others who got their make-up done by her that day loved their make-up. My Bridal make-up was AWESOME! I felt like I was glowing! It lasted all day and all night, even with all the dancing! I received so many compliments on my make-up that day! Elena was an absolute pleasure to work with throughout the process!

Jeanne Liu

Elena was such a pleasure to work with. She did makeup and hair for myself and my wedding party and she made sure everyone was looking their best before she headed out the door. She is a sweet, personable and skilled artist. I'm so glad she was around to help me feel beautiful and relaxed on my big day.

S G

Elena was amazing, she really got what I wanted and I’m so grateful for her. My family really liked having her around. She was on time and had us all ready with plenty of time to spare.

Loved her work and highly recommend her! I also recommend getting the trial and consultation done in advance of your big day!