Bridal Makeup and Hair · Abu Dhabi
Bridal Makeup and Hair in Abu Dhabi. Every Tradition. Every Function.
On-location bridal makeup and hair across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah. All wedding traditions, all functions, transparent pricing, and 9 years of luxury bridal experience behind every look.
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Bridal Packages
Two Packages. One Standard of Work.
Both packages are on-location at your venue, inclusive of Elani and full professional kit. Enquire with your wedding details for a personalised quote within 24 hours.
Most Popular
Makeup and Hair
Full bridal face with custom hairstyling
What Is Included
Signature bridal makeup
Custom bridal hairstyling
Lashes
Lenses (if required)
Dupatta, veil and jewellery setting
One-on-one bridal consultation, look curation and skincare prep
Hair extensions available as an add-on
Saree draping available as an add-on
Available For
Makeup Only
Makeup Only
Full bridal face, no hair styling
For anyone booking their bridal makeup with Elani. This package is makeup only. No hair styling, no draping, no dupatta setting, no jewellery placement. Just the full bridal face, expertly done.
What Is Included
Signature bridal makeup
Lashes
Lenses (if required)
One-on-one bridal consultation and look curation
Skincare prep guidance
Available For
Optional Add-On
Bridal Makeup Trial
A dedicated session to build and finalise your wedding day look before the big day. Approximately 3 hours, based on your confirmed outfit, jewellery, and colour palette. Not included in any package. No hair trial provided.
Service Details
On-Location Service
Elani comes to your venue across Abu Dhabi, UAE, and internationally
Bridal Party
Rates available for bridesmaids, mothers, and guests at the same event
Late Night Bookings
Early morning ready-by times are accommodated with advance notice
Travel Outside Abu Dhabi
All emirates and international destination weddings covered. Travel charges included in your quote
The Process
From First Enquiry to Wedding Morning.
Every bridal booking follows a clear process. No surprises, no guesswork. Just a wedding morning that runs exactly as planned.
01
Enquire and Secure Your Date
Send your wedding date, location, functions, and brief. A personalised quote is prepared and your date is secured on receipt of a 50% deposit.
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Bridal Consultation
A one-on-one consultation to go through your looks for each function, your outfit, jewellery, and skincare preparation. Everything is agreed before the trial.
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Bridal Trial (If Opted For)
An optional add-on you can choose to book. The full wedding day makeup look is created 4 to 6 weeks before your wedding, based on your finalised outfit, jewellery, and colour palette. Not included in any package.
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Wedding Day
Elani arrives at your venue at the agreed time. The look is applied exactly as trialled. Touch-up guidance is provided before you leave for the ceremony.
9 Years. 800+ Brides.
Every tradition. Every function. Every look built around you.
Why Elani
A Bridal Makeup Artist in Abu Dhabi Who Knows Every Tradition.
All traditions, all functions
Indian, Arabic, Pakistani, Western, fusion and beyond. All pre-wedding functions from mehndi and haldi to sangeet and roka. The full bridal journey covered from start to finish.
On-location at your venue
Elani comes to you. Your hotel, your home, your venue across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and the wider UAE.
A look built around you
Every bridal look is designed around your specific outfit, jewellery, skin, and ceremony. Nothing is templated. The consultation and trial exist to make sure of that.
Transparent pricing, nothing hidden
Every fee is stated upfront. What you see above is exactly what you pay, with travel charges the only variable based on your location.
Elani in Abu Dhabi
From Saadiyat Island to Khalifa City. Abu Dhabi Bridal Covered.
Abu Dhabi carries one of the UAE's most distinct bridal identities. The emirate has the largest Emirati and Khaleeji population in the country, and wedding traditions here run deep: multi-day functions, walima celebrations at properties like Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, and Nikah ceremonies followed by grand receptions at the St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort. Alongside this is a substantial South Asian community concentrated across Khalifa City, MBZ City, and Mussafah, each with their own bridal customs spanning North Indian, Pakistani, and Sri Lankan traditions. Elani works fluently across all of them.
Every Abu Dhabi venue demands a specific approach. The grand ballrooms at Emirates Palace and Fairmont Bab Al Bahr call for a look that holds under chandeliers and full-stage lighting for hours. The natural-light terraces at the Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island or the Rosewood Abu Dhabi reward a different kind of finish. Private villa celebrations in Khalifa City or Al Mushrif require a makeup that transitions from afternoon family reception through to evening. Your look is always built around your actual venue, not a generic brief.
Travel to Abu Dhabi is included in your personalised quote. Elani arrives at your venue fully equipped for the morning, with no setup time lost and nothing missing. Cross-emirate bookings are common: many Abu Dhabi families hold functions across both Abu Dhabi and Dubai, and Elani can cover both sides. Whether your ceremony is at Jumeirah at Etihad Towers or Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, and your mehndi is at a family villa in Rawdhat or Al Bateen, the logistics are managed on your behalf.
Makeup & Hair Artist · Dubai, UAE
The Artist Behind
the Look
9 years of precision across bridal, editorial, and red carpet. Trusted by Bollywood celebrities, UAE royals, national sports icons, and guests of the world's finest five-star venues, Elani brings the same flawless standard to every face she touches.
Anoushka Kamboj, operating as Elani, is a DMCC-licensed luxury Dubai makeup artist and hair stylist.
Let's Work Together
Brands That Trust Elani
Brands That Trust Elani
Common Questions
Bridal Makeup, Answered.
More questions? Send an enquiry and a response comes within 24 hours.
Send an Enquiry →How much does bridal makeup cost in Abu Dhabi?+
Bridal makeup rates are personalised and provided on enquiry, based on your wedding date, location, number of functions, and bridal party size. Send your details and a quote is prepared within 24 hours.
What is included in the bridal makeup and hair package?+
The full bridal makeup and hair package includes signature bridal makeup, custom hairstyling, lashes, lenses (if required), dupatta and veil setting, jewellery placement, draping, and a one-on-one bridal consultation covering look curation and skincare preparation. Hair extensions and saree draping are available as add-ons.
Do you cover the bridal party and guests?+
Yes. Additional guests at the same event can be added to the booking. This covers bridesmaids, mothers, sisters, and wider family members. Rates are included in your personalised quote.
Do you do a bridal trial before the wedding day?+
Yes. A bridal makeup trial is an optional add-on you can choose to book. It takes place 4 to 6 weeks before the wedding and covers the full makeup look based on your confirmed outfit, jewellery, and colour palette. No hair trial is provided. Enquire to add a trial to your booking.
Which wedding traditions do you cover for bridal makeup in Abu Dhabi?+
Elani covers all major bridal traditions active in Abu Dhabi: Khaleeji and Emirati bridal looks for walimas and receptions, Indian bridal makeup across North and South Indian regional styles, Pakistani bridal makeup across all functions from mehndi through to reception, Western and contemporary bridal styles popular with the expat professional community on Al Reem Island and Saadiyat, and fusion looks that blend Khaleeji and South Asian aesthetics. Abu Dhabi's cultural diversity means no two bookings are identical, and every look is designed specifically around your ceremony, outfit, and jewellery.
Are there travel fees for bridal makeup in Abu Dhabi?+
Travel within Abu Dhabi is included in the service, covering all areas from Saadiyat Island and Yas Island to Khalifa City, Al Mushrif, Al Reem Island, and the Corniche. Travel to Dubai, Sharjah, or other emirates is charged at a flat rate included in your personalised quote. For Abu Dhabi families with functions at multiple venues across different emirates, everything is quoted together so there are no surprises. For destination weddings outside the UAE, international travel is quoted separately.
How far in advance should I book bridal makeup in Abu Dhabi?+
For peak wedding season dates between October and April, booking 3 to 6 months in advance is strongly recommended. December and the South Asian wedding season fill earliest. A 50% deposit secures your date. Off-season dates (May through September) typically have more availability.
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