I'm so glad I went with Sabreena for my bridal Mehndi! She's so incredibly talented that it's fun just watching her work. I asked her to personalize my Mehndi by incorporating some DNA in the design (I'm a genetics researcher) and it came out beautifully! She was also really nice to work with. The Mehndi event was very long and there was a lot going on, but she was flexible and applied Mehndi on my bridesmaids and family members as well. She also did Mehndi for our guests at Sangeet. Everyone was really impressed by her and loved their Mehndi! read more

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Sabreena did my bridal mehndi and it was absolutely amazing! She came to my house, was really flexible with my limited space and made me feel really comfortable the whole time. She allowed me to adjust to make sure I would be able to sit still for the 6 hour session. I chose the most detailed package and Sabreena was really great at taking inspiration from my mother's bridal mehndi and incorporating it into my design. I gave her full freedom and she made the design so beautiful. I also loved that she brought her own music and was really social/talkative so the whole session wasn't awkward and quiet. It was nice to get to know her a little and I look forward to more sessions with her for future events! read more

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Sabrina did such amazing job for my henna for my wedding 4 years ago! She was the most sweetest and patient person I've meet. She did the most beautiful job on my henna I won't ever forget about it! I got so many wonderful compliments about my henna. My best friend did hers with her she loved it. She was really amazing. I would recommend to anyone who wants henna for special occasion especially your wedding! I would definitely come back to see her again. Thank you for being so awesome and such sweetheart and making me such happy bride! I won't forget about how amazing you are! My henna lasted for almost 5 week! It's good stuff and it's smells so good! We had so much in common too :) read more

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Spending time with Sabreena in the Ritual by Design studio is one of my most enjoyable experiences in the Bay. I first heard about her through Instagram, but I will say that photos don't do justice to the level of intricacy and detail that Sabreena incorporates in her art. Watching her work is just mesmerizing as she spontaneously creates her henna designs. Her studio is full of vibes that connect to her South Asian roots and invoke a sense of true cultural immersion. If find yourself in SF, I highly recommend visiting the Ritual by Design studio for some art from the best henna artist out there. read more

Ritual By Design - This is how designs look just a day after removing the henna (I had kept the henna on for about 12 hours) - Henna Artists Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was lucky enough to get a design done from the owner at a party. She did a quick job and it was incredible to watch her work. I didn't give her any clues of what I wanted and she just went at it. It looked gorgeous and I got so many compliments on my henna. I suggest keeping the henna on overnight if you can because that made mine stay for over a week! read more

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Fantastic artist. She does a different design for each client. She has a very fine touch. The henna looks distinct and unmuddled. read more

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Bridal Mehndi! Sabreena did a phenomenal job on my bridal mehndi. It was the first time I had henna applied, so I didn't know what to expect. She made it so fun to watch, and the 4 hours flew by. She was laid back and easy going, super easy to chill with as she worked her magic. Her designs were breathtaking, I feel honored to have worked with her! She also was the sole artist for our mehndi party later that evening. All of our 100+ guests were so impressed with her designs! There were alot of first timers in the crowd, needless to say they were all in love with their artistic henna designs and ready for our wedding! Thank you so much for being such an important part of our wedding celebrations! read more

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Sabreena is amazing!!!! I go to her every year to celebrate a special event in my life and each time I leave feeling celebrated and adorned in beauty. Sabreena is not only an immensely talented artist, but she is also insanely lovely to be around and every visit to her studio feels refreshing. Whether you have pictures to inspire your design or you just tell her to "wing it" like I do, you will be amazingly satisfied with your beautifully stained and unique piece of art. Sabreena also is amazing about telling you how to care for your henna in the right way so it stains dark and lasts as long as possible! I have gotten an arm piece, a full back design, and some smaller wrist designs and ALL of them have received so many compliments! Thanks, Sabreena! You rock and I can't wait to come back! read more

Ritual By Design - My back design stain 24 hours later :) It only got darker from here! - Henna Artists Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Dear reader, If you haven't booked with Sabreena for your bridal mehndi--do it now. She puts her heart into her work and her designs are a reflection of your energy. Even when you tell her that you want a floral/jewelry/traditional/geometric design, you will never have the same beautiful stain as anyone else. Her style is as unique as you are. I asked Sabreena to do my bridal henna for me when I got married last year. I honestly loved it so much that I asked her to share her talents with our guests at the reception. Not only was she patient with everyone, her charismatic personality makes you feel like you're catching up with a girlfriend. She'll definitely have you laughing in her chair but don't move too much--you'll mess up the design! (I'm guilty of doing this lol) Make sure you check her out on Instagram @ritualbydesign--she also makes her own henna paste! read more

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110% recommend Sabreena - she did bridal henna for me and my family, as well as for all our guests at the sangeet. First of all, her design itself is so beautiful and intricate. I've never seen such attention to detail in mendhi! Everyone was raving about her designs. Second, she's such a wonderful person. I had a lot of people going in and out of my room during my bridal henna and Sabreena was such a great, bright energy the whole time. Cracking jokes with us and telling us stories - it was really nice when I was having a lot of wedding stress. Lastly, during our sangeet the second hired assistant didn't show up, but I had no idea because Sabreena worked through ALL of our guests in lightening speed and managed to wow everyone! I didn't even know the second person didn't show because Sabreena didn't want to stress me out so she just worked it out! read more

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I am happy & giddy that I got to meet Sabreena to do mine & my daughter's henna. She has a warm personality & is gifted at what she does. The henna she uses has an amazing fragrant, sweet smell to it that I kept smelling my wrist when we got home. I highly recommend her & am looking forward to more sessions with her. read more

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Sabreena was fantastic in both demeanor and talent. She completed the henna of myself (bride) along with multiple family and friends. She free handed all of ours and we were in awe of the designs and depth in color. read more

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Sabreena runs the show at Ritual By Design and will become your new best friend after one session. She's an expert in designing and applying traditional mehndi - as my wife & I got for our wedding & before our daughter was born. She's also a gifted improvisational designer and was able to give us some unique decorative mehndi before our trip to Dominican Republic. I've just gone back to work with her on some tattoo designs and she's great to collaborate with. If you're looking for traditional, she's got you covered. If you need something modern or personal incorporated into a design you want to test out or wear for a ceremony, she's also for you! Thanks Sabreena hope to see you soon! :) read more

I've had the opportunity of both getting gorgeous henna designs by Sabreena as well as being present at several sessions where my friends where getting worked on. Her art is impecable and inspiring, I highly recommend the whole experience- from her presence to her detailed designs, Sabreena knows exactly what she is doing. When I got to my appointment Sabreena greeted me with a warm smile and freshly brewed tea. We discussed designs and decided to go with a traditional Indian-Pakistani bridal composition on my hands. Sabreena made me feel comfortable and relaxed throughout our henna session, she pampered me with cushions and fantastic stories while she worked on me. I had to let the henna dry as long as possible before washing my hands, which was the only difficult part of the experience. As I went about my activities small chunks of dry henna would fall here and there, once I took all of the henna off the next day the real vibrancy of her design was revealed. I loved looking at my hands every day and seeing the pigment's color change in time. Although Sabreena's traditional Indian and Pakistani bridal designs are gorgeous, don't forget to check out her other designs. My favorite are ones in which she mixes elements of traditional henna with her own feminine psychedelic-esque motifs. Talk with this talented kind-hearted woman and allow her to create a design just for you, you will love looking at it day after day. read more

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Sabreena of Ritual By Design is hands down the best henna artist in SF! She works quickly and efficiently combining traditional medhi techniques with modern styles for results that are personal, stylish, and eye-catching. I've worked with her at least 10 times and will be coming back for life. Not only is her work outstanding but she is a super sweet person and a total pro. Highly recommended. read more

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Sabreena exceeded all of my expectations! I really wanted henna for my maternity shoot and found ritual by design. I'm so lucky I did! She does such an intricate job and makes you feel very comfortable. The oils of the henna smell amazing and you are very relaxed. I look forward to the next time I have a reason to get henna again!!! read more

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Sabreena's work is very detailed and beautiful! I booked her for bridal mehndi for my wedding back in April. She has such a great personality and made the many hours of sitting a lot of fun. Her work is flawless and the designs turned out exactly how I wanted. Sabreena is an amazing artist! read more

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Sabreena's Henna designs are absolutely stunning! No one I know can blend traditional designs with a unique modern touch as well as she can. She's also super friendly and a great conversationalist. Be ready to be mesmerized! read more

Ritual By Design - Arm / upper body piece - Henna Artists Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sabreena is THE MOST AMAZING artist. I met her about a year ago, when she did some "just for me" henna, and I've gone back to see her so many times! I always feel a little more special when I'm wearing one of her masterpieces. If it's just before a vacation, birthday, our special occasion, I always make time to see her before! Everytime I've seen her, I just give her a basic idea of the location I'd like my henna done, and let her do her thing, and every single time, it turns out fabulously gorgeous. You really can't go wrong with her!! She's cool to hang out with while you're getting your henna done, she's quick, she mixes her own paste with all natural henna powder and essential oils, and gives you all the important after care instructions to ensure you'll get the best stain possible!! read more

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Sabrina is the best I loved the mehendi she did for me. Her line works are amazing. She makes her own mehendi :) read more

Sabreena is AMAZING. It was impossible to find a Henna artist and we luckily found her on Yelp. She is so thoughtful, fun, and creative in her approach. She is an incredible artist and creates beautiful henna on your body. Words can express how talented she is at henna. She rocks!! read more

Ritual By Design - One of many henna she did on my body - Henna Artists Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've got a couple really beautiful pieces from Sabreena. Each one is amazing and personalized to what you want, she's super cool and the rates are good priced! I would recommend going her for all your henna needs. read more

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Sabreena is the best henna artist! She is so sweet, professional, and easy to work with. She makes you feel like a queen and works fast with perfect precision. She has done henna on me for festivals, photoshoots, and personal moments in my life when I need a boost. Everytime we've worked together she does something different and it always lasts a long time. Her dyes are amazing and smell so good. Highly recommend you work with her for your wedding, special event, or personal therapy! read more

Every time I get henna done from Sabreena, I get showered in compliments over how beautiful her work is! She is super professional, friendly and extremely gifted in her art. Watching her put on henna is the most mesmerizing thing ever! Would highly recommend especially because she makes her own ORGANIC henna! (None of that chemical ink bullshit that others so commonly label as 'henna'!) The henna color lasts for a long while too! All time fav!!! read more

Sabreena is AMAZING! I first heard about her work when she was doing some guest spots at Old Crow Tattoo in Oakland. I wasn't able to make those so I looked her up on Instagram and booked a personal appointment with her for an early birthday and a yoga retreat present. She is so sweet, super funny, and most important of all a brilliant and fast artist! Her henna is made by her personally and is quality and safe. (Some is not so be careful out there like black) I showed her some designs I liked and also asked for a skull which was not something she usually does but it came out great! She got my hands back and front and tops of my feet all done in an hour and a half. I was shocked how fast she worked. Just watching her is hypnotizing and meditating. The stain also lasted a really long time and got really dark. My skin holds ink really well but it was also because I followed her instructions to a tee. She sprayed some lemon sugar spray before wrapping me up (so I could drive home as it was late and I had to go to sleep too) and then I bought her balm to use on it the next day. I got so many compliments at work and at the yoga retreat and I am so happy with my entire experience. She's FANTASTIC! Can't wait to see her again sometime in the future. read more

Ritual By Design - This is the stain after the mud fell off. - Henna Artists Near Me - San Francisco, California

I made 3 appointments with Sabreena for hennas. I did my first one for escape and it was for my left hand. I love her design! I had to get it done for Coachella too!! This time for my left hand and my right arm. Everybody kept complimenting of how beautiful her henna is. Strangers came to me and ask where I got it done. I also made an appointment for my friend to do on her arm for her b'day gift. Sabreena was so nice that she put her mom's initials in her design so that she can bring it to Coachella with her. Her henna stays for 2 weeks if you don't scrub it. With the hand designs it lasted for a week for me since I washed my hands a lot. I would make an appointment again if I have special event coming up. Thanks Sabreena! read more

Ritual By Design - The design she did for escape - Henna Artists Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sabreena is an amazing artist. We hired her to do some henna for my sister's baby shower, and she did an excellent job on my sister's belly and some guest's hands. She's also really friendly and fun! I highly recommend her for special occasions, she's the best of the best! read more

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I am so happy I chose Sabreena for my first henna experience. She is very laid back and has a calming soul. The experience was amazing and watching her create a design right before your eyes, you are truly watching a masterpiece come to life. She is very talented in what she does and is very enthusiastic about her work. You can tell she truly loves what she does and that is someone worth going to. I had my right arm done up to about mid arm. The appointment took about a hour to complete the tattoo. She vibes off of what you want when creating the henna, and comes up with unique and exquisite pieces of art. I cannot wait to go back and get another tattoo from her. read more

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Could I be any more stoked than I am? NO! Sabreena is AMAZING!!! I have been looking around for henna tattoos for a bit now, and not completely impressed. However, when I looked at her artwork I was interested so I called her! She is incredibly nice and easy to talk to! When I went in, all I knew was that I wanted the henna to wrap around my arm and express rebirth. Having only those two descriptions she did a completely incredible job!!! I am in love with my body art and cannot wait to see her again. She's a complete professional and creative artist. GO TO HER!! read more

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My first henna tattoo and I just LOVE it! I'm so glad I found Sebreena. She's super sweet and talented. I love her designs. Pretty amazing details. I'll definitely go back again. read more

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My arm sleeve that Sabreena did was AMAZING!!! Everyone was impressed by her design. I would highly recommend getting a henna tattoo from her. Besides the tattoo she is super fun to hang out with. I will definitely be visiting her again!!! read more

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Sabreena is a goddess of mendhi. Not only did she patiently and lovingly endure my drinking champagne while getting my bridal mendhi done, having a small circus of people surrounding me in the bridal suite, and help me eat tacos so I didn't starve, she was genuinely enthusiastic and happy throughout all of it. Her work speaks for itself -- you can check out the pictures of me in the blue and pink on the site. The design was so absolutely gorgeous and lasted up to a month on some parts of my arms and feet! When we had a shuttle snafu that prevented our guests to get to our Sangeet event on time, she graciously stayed late and patiently mendhied up all of our adoring guests. She is an all around FANTASTIC person who really goes out of her way to make sure her brides and guests feel taken care of. And as a sidenote ... a few of my extended family members decided to get their mendhi done by someone else -- and all they could talk about is how much better Sabreeena's work was. So thank you Sabreena for helping me earn the respect of my aunts, who now acknowledge that I knew what I was doing in finding her! read more

I drove from Santa Cruz to get henna for my birthday from this lovely lady and it was definitely worth it! She was so sweet and did a beautiful job! I had never done henna so I had no idea what I wanted. She asked me a couple questions about what types of designs I like. She did above and beyond my expectations. I received so many compliments. Definitely would recommend!! read more

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I was blessed to have Sabreena do my pregnancy henna. Impeccable design - while bringing the most calming and sweet vibe while she worked - perfect for an expecting mum, or anyone for that matter! I was also lucky to be a part of my best friend's Blessingway, where Sabreena did her belly henna and also her sisters hand. Sabreena is a perfect person to bring to an intimate gathering of women. I'd recommend her for all expecting mothers as a way to celebrate and welcome a new little one!! read more

Sabreena is beyond incredible! I booked her for my wedding mehndi as well as a few hours for my guests and I can't speak more highly of her work. She spent all day with us (9am to 7pm) and was incredibly patient, gracious, humorous, and motivated the entire time. Sabreena is an amazingly talented artist and every piece she does is unique and gorgeous. Every one of my guests commented that they had never seen an artist as talented as Sabreena nor one whose work on the guests of the bride is at the same level as the bride's mehndi. Not only did I feel gorgeous on my wedding day but I got bonus points with my husband's aunts to boot! read more

She is a master at Henna. Her work is beautiful, she uses amazing detail and symmetry. She mixes classic and modern designs. I highly recommend her! read more

It was such a treat to meet this devine artist and have the chance to wear her beautiful art on my body. Sabrina was incredibly kind and welcoming which made me feel right at home, like I was visiting an old friend. She was very professional yet approachable, she included me in the design process which I highly enjoyed. I truly felt like a goddess with my henna adornment. Thank you Sabrina! Can't wait for my next read more

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Sabreena did an amazing job with the mehndi at my wedding. She did my bridal mehndi and my sisters' and mom's mehndi one day and came to the mehndi party the next day and did mehndi for lots of girls and women there. I was so happy that I found her to do all the wedding mehndi. Her work was beautiful. She is definitely a perfectionist. People were raving about the mehndi. I really appreciated that she wanted to understand my style before starting. I had an idea of what I wanted for my hands (and she did a great job with that), but not really for my feet, so she drew a design that she thought I would like. I loved it! It was perfect for me. She was also a pleasure to be around. She spent a lot of time around my close family while we were chatting and catching up and it felt like she was just an old family friend. At the mehndi party, she worked tirelessly to do mehndi for everyone that wanted it. Everyone was really impressed and happy with their designs. She even did soccer balls etc. for the little boys that wanted to get in on the designs. One more thing - she mixes her own mehndi. The color came out beautifully and it actually smelled good! My family and I highly recommend Sabreena! read more

Absolutely stunning, all the way around. Sabreena is a gem! Anyone who chooses to work with her will feel blessed by her friendliness, professionalism and phenomenal talent. She cares about your experience and informs you how best to care for your henna piece, which other artists don't always take the time to do. I'm absolutely a satisfied and returning customer. read more

Looking forward to booking my next appointment with this talented lady. Sabrina is an extraordinary artist who's just going to keep on getting Better! If you have a special occasion to get Henna then I highly suggest you visit her. Her Hannah has truly become a ritual for me #goodluckhenna #spiritual #lucky read more

Ritual By Design - Amazing artist!!! Totally addicted to my good luck henna. Once you meet her you'll be back for more. Super thankful - Henna Artists Near Me - San Francisco, California