Vanity Hair Salon, Pa'ia, Maui

Vanity Salon, Pa'ia, Maui

Finally! A chic, high end salon has opened on Maui's northshore! Don't be fooled by the modest exterior. When you walk through the doors, you will be transported to a trendy, hip salon you might find in any big city on the mainland. Vanity Salon is located on Baldwin Avenue in Pa'ia and has the most talented hair stylists on the island. Opened recently by owner, Jeffie Harris, Vanity Salon is the place to go to get the best in hair services. Jeffie did a great job of refurbishing and decorating the shop in a classy mode with stylish details.

The staff is the best of the best. Sarah Nelson Evans invited me to have my hair done and I was so excited. A few years ago Sarah moved to Maui from Los Angeles, where she styled hair for models, actors and rock & roll stars. She brings to Maui her knowledge of the latest and healthiest trends in the hair styling industry. Sarah has styled for videos, photo shoots, weddings and will help you look your best for that special night out.

Sarah is not only a super sweet, talented stylist, she is also an entrepreneur as she is currently developing her own line of hair products. The line is called Sane and offers hair gloss, deep conditioner, and styling products that are made from gentle, pure ingredients from nature that enhance your hair's body, texture and shine. Sarah highlighted, cut and blew out my hair while she incorporated some of her handmade products. Afterwards my hair was completely soft, bouncy and super styley (and it smelled fantastic)!

I'm very impressed with this working mom's ambition and skills! I will let you know when Sarah's products are ready to sell. The Sunday after I was at the salon, Sarah, and her husband, photographer, Chris Evans, did a photo shoot for her product's upcoming advertising with model, Natasha Oakley.

I'm happy to know there is a high quality salon with Maui's most talented stylists, located in Pa'ia. I haven't met them all yet, but I do know my buddy, Collin Messer, has just started working at Vanity Salon as well. He and I worked together at the Grand Wailea's salon and his work is incredible. My friend, Rebecca Sargeant, is also working there now and she is also extremely talented. It's a friendly small town salon with professional and creative hair stylists, high fashion flare, and glamorous undertones.

To make an appointment, call 579-9580. I'm sure you will be happy to discover this gem of a salon!

Stylist, Sarah Nelson Evans

Natasha Oakley, Model

Jeffie Harris, Owner, Vanity Salon (photo courtesy of "Self Made in Hawaii")

me with my new do

Mornings at Baldwin Beach, Maui

Last night I decided I would get up early this morning and take a walk on Baldwin Beach. It was a fabulous idea! Minutes from the northshore town of Pa'ia, the expansive golden sand beach was mostly empty and the turquoise ocean was pristine. I felt energized walking along the shore of the long, gorgeous beach, occasionally letting my feet refresh in the cool splashes of small waves. I soaked in the elements with all my senses. The warm sun penetrated my muscles, the steady cool breezes stimulated my spirits, the soft packed sand massaged the bottom of my feet as it exercised my calves. It felt more like pleasure than exercise. Today the waves were small, as they can get big and the currents strong at Baldwin. But today was a mellow summer Saturday. Surely by afternoon, the enormous beach would fill up with sun bathers, body boarders, joggers and picnickers. But it's never completely full. There always seems to be enough sand space for everyone at Baldwin Beach.
As I enjoyed my walking meditation, I ran into several people I knew who were also walking along the shimmering coastline. People I hadn't seen in years. Everyone who was walking or jogging seemed to be smiling. I also saw several people enjoy their morning yoga or stretches. Something about morning at the beach that helps one to breath in nature and let go of distractions - absorbing the salty air while slowly expanding flexibility.
I also enjoy all the unexpected treasures of the sea that happen on a morning walk on the beach. A perfect shell that no one else has spotted. A glorious piece of drift wood that washes in front your feet. Clouds shape shift across the skies. I hear that negative ions on the beach improve one's mood. I know the sounds of crashing waves, children's laughter and the wind through the trees calms and inspire me. The fresh air invigorates me.
Finally the moment comes at the end of the brisk walk, to plunge into the refreshing ocean!! Diving underwater, I hold my breath as long as I can as I glide into the salty abyss. After swimming around for a bit, I surrender to floating on the water's surface. I am able to completely let go of all weight and stress, only hearing the sounds underwater. During whale season it is possible to hear the whales cry in the distance underwater nearly everywhere on Maui. For now, I hear the wooshing of the waves and the sounds of silence. I breath and relax, clearing my mind as I allow the ocean's water to gently envelope me. It's like pushing the restart button on life. My morning at the beach instantly renewed my spirit, energized my body and refreshed my mind. I am reminding myself to do this more often! Free yet invaluable ~