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    Designs by Neena

    5.0 (28 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Ankita C.

    I cannot recommend Neena enough to anyone looking for a talented henna/mehendi artist that is also an amazingly sweet human! Her creativity and artistry speaks for itself through her beautiful work and her willingness to be patience, cater to her audience, and go out of her way to make sure everyone is happy & comfortable make the experience tenfold better. Beyond this, she also mixes her own non-chemical paste that is rich and darkens beautifully so you know you're getting top tier, safe ingredients. She did henna for my family and friends before and during our baby shower, and her work + personality were a loud topic of conversation at our event. She's awesome! Don't sleep on it--hire her asap!

    Ijaza A.

    I have hired Neena 3 times and loved her energy and work every time. She is easy to communicate with and she takes care to understand exactly what kind of designs you would like. She did my bridal henna and applied henna on family and friends for a little pre-wedding party. All of our guests loved

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    Elena K.

    Neena came to my 9 year old daughter's last day of school swim party to add something extra special for the six third graders we hosted. What an absolute joy it was to have Neena join the party. She engaged with the girls better than most teachers, did absolutely beautiful henna art, had amazing energy, and used high quality henna that left beautiful, dark designs on me and the kids. No need to look any further if you're considering hiring a henna artist. If Neena has availability for you, book the time asap. You will be delighted with the results. Best addition to a party ever!

    Rana B.

    Incredible henna artist! We brought her over to my sisters henna party and she was so good we had to keep her an extra hour because everyone wanted a piece of her work! Thank you so much neena :) 10/10

    Dawn V.

    Neena is Fabulous! Had a party with 14 girlfriends and surprised them with Henna Tattoos-everyone LOVED them! She is professional, personable & customizes each design so everyone had their favorite. Arms, ankles, back, and legs...all gorgeous artistry. My girlfriends are still complimenting me on Neena's beautiful designs. She works quickly and effortlessly. Would definitely do it again. Neena was easy to work with, on time, and answered questions before, during & after. She is wonderfully talented-5 Stars!

    Henna stain by Neena

    Neena did henna at the henna party of 100 women, my moms hair and make up for one of the events, and make up for my mom, aunts, cousins on the wedding day. Neena makes her own mehndi so it takes the natural 24-48 hours to mature and chemical free! Everyone put the henna on Thursday and it was super dark on Saturday for the wedding! Everyone absolutely loved my mom's hair and makeup and asked who did it. I appreciate that she made my mom looked like herself. My mom, aunts, and cousins have a variety of skin tone and maturity and she made each and everyone one of their makeup a perfection. My mom keeps saying Neena is my go to hair and makeup for all the weddings and events to come and I couldn't agree more. She will listen to all the likes and dislikes of the make up look and incorporate the look you desire. My mom has never gotten her make up done before and was very hesitant and Neena made her feel so beautiful in the glam to the point where now my mom wants to get her hair and make up done with Neena for future events! You will not regret having her for your henna event or hair and makeup! She's absolutely the best!

    Jennifer N.

    I had Neena try a couple to designs on my cousin and I just to see what we wanted and she was such a big help, she comes with lots of ideas and experience! She has an eye for craft but is always open to your suggestions. She'll be able to answer all your questions too. Well organized and punctual. Easy and comfortable to work with, which was important to me, one less stress to worry about. Thanks Neena!

    Kruti M.

    Neena did my Baby Shower Hena and it was the best ever. Got so many complements. It was neat, perfect and so beautiful. She did for all my guests too and they loved it. She is highly responsive, attentive and wants to give you the absolute best. I highly recommend her for any event.

    Neena at work at my friend's baby shower! She uses lavender and eucalyptus infused ink that is eco friendly.
    Rachel K.

    My friends and I threw a baby shower over the weekend and hired Designs by Neena to do henna tattoos on all the attendees and Neena did not disappoint! She was very accommodating and easy to book. Her hennas were the star of the event. Not only is she extremely talented (designing freestyle on the spot) but she has the kindest, personable demeanor and it felt like she was a guest at the party! She is so engaging while she works and keeps you entertained WHILE designing amazing body art. Can't wait to use her for many more events to come.

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    Naina K.

    I booked Neena for Diwali event at work. She was excellent with communication and arrived right on time. Her work was appreciated by everyone who came to the event. Her henna mix is organic and smells amazing. It was a great pleasure working with her and I am definitely going to book her in future events. Highly recommended

    Neena is a sweetheart. She is super talented in mehndi, hair and for sure makeup. She asked me how I wanted the makeup to be: dramatic or settle. Then she suggested in between. I absolutely loved the final look and was on cloud 9 with so many compliments. The best part of the hair-do was that in the evening she fixed them in few mins and the hair looked so fresh and clean. Mehndi: one of the best designs and I still have my dark stain. Thank you Neena. Check her out for your next San Diego bridal party.

    This was our henna the day after the session, Neena also gave us care tips and the designs got even darker 32 hours after the session

    Neena did a henna session for my daughter and I and we had so much fun! We loved Neena's style and her hospitality. She had a great response rate when i messaged her and was accommodating to what customizations we wanted. I'm so glad she was able to do smaller parties of 2. Thank you Neena!!

    I reached out to Neena to do my hair and make-up for two Egyptian Dance performances at Sufi Mediterranean Restaurant and December Nights in Balboa Park! She was timely, extremely talented, very knowledgeable, and incredibly sweet and patient! As someone who isn't very well-versed in hair and make-up, I felt completely comfortable asking her questions and appreciated her step by step explanations throughout our session. My fellow dancers and teacher complimented my look and wanted to know my secret! All the credit goes to Miss Neena! Thank you so much for making me look and feel beautiful! Book Neena and I guarantee you will not be disappointed!

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    She did my bridal henna and applied henna on family and friends for a little pre-wedding party.

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