Mandara Spa
Mandara invites all who feel drawn into our healing space to come and allow some time away from the pressures of life and to breathe in the sacredness of self care and love.
We would love to know what you think about us
Elana Bruinsma
Owner
Esthetician/Waxing Specialist
Elana is delighted to return to Fort Collins after 11 years in Seattle, becoming an active part of the community. After graduating from The University of Colorado with a degree in Communication, she then pursued skincare, practicing esthetics since 2009. She seamlessly wove her education into a successful career, managing and advancing her skills at the largest Aveda spa in Northern Colorado. Starting her journey in Seattle, she honed her waxing expertise at the premier waxing spa in the city. Now, as the former owner of Zen Lane, she is now excitedly embracing the next chapter of her journey at Mandara.
Elana is dedicated to skincare that transcends mere results, aiming to restore the mind, body, and spirit through relaxation and detoxification. Her root cause approach emphasizes nourishment on every level, creating a profound impact felt in every skincare service. With a holistic, whole-body system approach, she seamlessly integrates safe and effective technology, tailoring services to individual needs. Her approach remains fluid and ever-evolving, ensuring a personalized and enriching experience for each client.
She prioritizes client comfort and connection above all else, and is committed to sharing valuable knowledge that allows clients to maximize the benefits of each service.
In her spare time, Elana enjoys exercise in the form of yoga, barre, and embracing all the beautiful walking and hiking Fort Collins has to offer. She loves learning about holistic healing and embraces it in every aspect of her life from cooking to daily rituals. Having worked through multiple chronic pain issues, she is passionate about the body's innate ability to heal itself and how the soul plays its part, alongside physical and mental health. She resides in South Fort Collins with her wonderful husband and two kitty cats!
MANDARA PARTNER
Jennifer Navarrete
“Navie” - Lighthawk Healing LLC
Massage Therapist
Navie has been a massage therapist for 23 years and truly loves what she has been called to do! She believes in order to heal and operate at our highest potential we have to address the mind, body, and soul.
When you get a massage with Navie she likes to take you to a deeper level of relaxation and well being, leaving you feeling grounded in your body and mind but also uplifted spiritually and emotionally.