When founded in 2016 by Vera Canales-Close, Adonai was created to provide an environment in which all of her clients would feel welcomed into her salon. We strive to make relationships with all of our clients, and adore shape-shifting your shipwrecked hair! We will explore all essential techniques while helping you create your own, individualized, at-home hair-care routine.
We promise to take you on a transformative journey, and are always open to any questions and suggestions along the way. We will spare no effort to make you look and feel your best, ensuring that when you leave our salon, you will be feeling confident.
We promise to take you on a transformative journey, and are always open to any questions and suggestions along the way. We will spare no effort to make you look and feel your best, ensuring that when you leave our salon, you will be feeling confident.
Services
Vera Close has been in the hairdressing Industry for over 38 years. She specializes in color correction, and uses all Ammonia-free products to ensure mistake free color, and optimal hair treatments. Vera stays up to date with all the current styles by attending classes around the islands and traveling out of state to further her studies.
Reviews (29)
Sankeerthana Konduri
May 26, 2022
Cindi Shell
May 04, 2022
I just needed to find a new stylist as mine moved back to the mainland. My previous stylist recommended that I go here after she left. I was super nervous as I was going to cut my hair shorter as well. Cindy was amazing from beginning to end. Calmed my fears, gave me suggestions on how to style my new cut and made me feel like a million bucks leaving! Highly recommend Adonai and Cindy!
Well Amber
Nov 27, 2021
Chelsea M.
Nov 15, 2021
Courtney is by Far the BEST hairdresser I have come across, not only on island but that I have ever had. She is so sweet and professional and really takes the time to listen to what you want so that you leave seeing your vision come to life. She is Amazing and I feel truly blessed to find her. If you are looking for a talented hair stylist don't hesitate to come see her. Thank you so much Courtney!
Alice T.
Nov 02, 2021
I don't normally post negative reviews (or any reviews for that matter), but I feel the need to warn prospective customers about this place since I was taken in by all the positive reviews. First I'll start by saying that I was excited to finally try a salon in Haleiwa. I normally drive to Kapolei to the Aveda salon, but was hoping to find someplace closer to home and support a small local business.
When I arrived for my 10 a.m. appointment with Vera, I was disappointed to see that she was in the middle of a session with another customer, even though I assumed I was the first or perhaps second appointment. They were also both unmasked, which I thought was strange for a small enclosed/non-ventilated space (not to mention goes against the mask mandate).
I decided to give it the benefit of the doubt and wait a bit to see if she would be able to get to me in a timely manner since she promised she was only 5 minutes out (even though she was in the middle of this woman's highlights, but sure). I sat down to wait in the tiny salon and it was immediately clear that their conversation was centered on blatant misinformation and political conspiracy theories.
At that point I imagined waiting for an undetermined amount of time in room with unmasked strangers spreading misinformation and realized this was not worth my time (especially since I have a busy schedule and had specifically taken time out for this haircut). I left without getting the haircut and will not be returning. Perhaps you don't care about these things -- if that's the case, then maybe this salon is for you!
But if this would make you uncomfortable, as it did for me, you may want to find another salon. I will be returning to my Aveda salon, where they actually take temp checks, everyone has on masks and the conversation is pleasant and relaxing rather than conspiratorial.
When I arrived for my 10 a.m. appointment with Vera, I was disappointed to see that she was in the middle of a session with another customer, even though I assumed I was the first or perhaps second appointment. They were also both unmasked, which I thought was strange for a small enclosed/non-ventilated space (not to mention goes against the mask mandate).
I decided to give it the benefit of the doubt and wait a bit to see if she would be able to get to me in a timely manner since she promised she was only 5 minutes out (even though she was in the middle of this woman's highlights, but sure). I sat down to wait in the tiny salon and it was immediately clear that their conversation was centered on blatant misinformation and political conspiracy theories.
At that point I imagined waiting for an undetermined amount of time in room with unmasked strangers spreading misinformation and realized this was not worth my time (especially since I have a busy schedule and had specifically taken time out for this haircut). I left without getting the haircut and will not be returning. Perhaps you don't care about these things -- if that's the case, then maybe this salon is for you!
But if this would make you uncomfortable, as it did for me, you may want to find another salon. I will be returning to my Aveda salon, where they actually take temp checks, everyone has on masks and the conversation is pleasant and relaxing rather than conspiratorial.
Susan V.
Jun 24, 2021
Elizabeth Pamela
Jun 17, 2021
Monica B.
Mar 20, 2021
Carol Philips
Jan 30, 2021
Korin Sanda
Jun 13, 2020
Aron Lipkin
Apr 03, 2020
Natasha Rodriguez
Nov 26, 2019
Sarah T.
Sep 23, 2019
Jessica P.
Jul 31, 2019
I have followed Cali around from salon to salon on this island. She's amazing! I wanted to go short and didn't know much else, so she went off that and gave me my best haircut ever! I love it so much! Thank you Cali for helping me make the chop and for styling my hair after just the way I asked. I LOVE it! A true artist
M. L.
Jul 03, 2019
Melissa C.
Jan 30, 2019
T. L.
Jan 01, 2019
Trying to get in contact with Phoenix is like pulling teeth. She keeps saying she will call me back and Ive had to wait 12-48 hours and still nothing so I call back again and she doesn't answer. I text her, I call the store and she knows I'm waiting but still doesn't have the decency to call like she said she would. It's like she's avoiding me on purpose.
If you're not taking on new clients just say that. I don't need to be stuck by my phone all day waiting on you if you don't care to have me as a customer. When I asked for my money back she was finally able to talk and gave it back to me no problem. She never apologized for being so flaky and had no issues losing me as a client. I've never in my life had a stylist that was so impossible to talk to.
I wish she wasn't the only deva stylist on island. But I'll take my chances elsewhere because this was such a terrible experience. I tried to give her the benefit of the doubt because she was dealing with personal issues but she's been like this ever since I tried to get in contact with her the first time. She just doesn't care. Someone else has also had the same experience
If you're not taking on new clients just say that. I don't need to be stuck by my phone all day waiting on you if you don't care to have me as a customer. When I asked for my money back she was finally able to talk and gave it back to me no problem. She never apologized for being so flaky and had no issues losing me as a client. I've never in my life had a stylist that was so impossible to talk to.
I wish she wasn't the only deva stylist on island. But I'll take my chances elsewhere because this was such a terrible experience. I tried to give her the benefit of the doubt because she was dealing with personal issues but she's been like this ever since I tried to get in contact with her the first time. She just doesn't care. Someone else has also had the same experience
Warren Hoo
Dec 31, 2018
Daisy F.
Aug 15, 2018
It was totally worth the drive! Phoenix was awesome and gave me some tips in how to tame my curly hair i.e how and when to apply product. I was a bit nervous in the beginning because I've never been there before and it was my first time getting an appropriate cut for my curly hair. But I am so glad I decided to set an appointment with her. She was so gentle and patient with my unruly hair.
Her head massage was very relaxing too. The atmosphere in the salon was very light. She even agreed to cutting my sister's bangs when I was under the hood (which came out really great). I learned a lot of things in terms of caring for curly hair. So thankful I found and went to her. Love the cut and how the deva curl products really revived my hair.
If you have naturally curly hair, don't think twice because not a lot of salons have stylists who are knowledgeable of cutting naturally curly/wavy hair. Just call to set an appointment with Phoenix and she will consult with you throughout the process. You're curly/wavy hair is in good hands.
Her head massage was very relaxing too. The atmosphere in the salon was very light. She even agreed to cutting my sister's bangs when I was under the hood (which came out really great). I learned a lot of things in terms of caring for curly hair. So thankful I found and went to her. Love the cut and how the deva curl products really revived my hair.
If you have naturally curly hair, don't think twice because not a lot of salons have stylists who are knowledgeable of cutting naturally curly/wavy hair. Just call to set an appointment with Phoenix and she will consult with you throughout the process. You're curly/wavy hair is in good hands.
Mark R.
Jun 12, 2018
I had the same hair stylist for a long time at the place I used to go for my haircut. She left the company so I was forced to go somewhere else. I have had some bad experiences with unknown people, so I was a bit apprehensive on trying somewhere new. I did a search to find men stylist near my house on the North Shore and Adonai Salon came up. I was getting ready to go on a trip to my daughters graduation in the mainland and needed my haircut badly!
After reading good reviews, I decided to call. I was able to get a same day appointment with Vanessa. She was awesome! She was so precise on my haircut from start to finish! We had good conversation the whole time and I walked out of there with a great haircut! So stoked I found this place and my new stylist Vanessa that I will be going back to from now on! Thanks Vanessa for the great haircut! See you in a few months!
After reading good reviews, I decided to call. I was able to get a same day appointment with Vanessa. She was awesome! She was so precise on my haircut from start to finish! We had good conversation the whole time and I walked out of there with a great haircut! So stoked I found this place and my new stylist Vanessa that I will be going back to from now on! Thanks Vanessa for the great haircut! See you in a few months!
Kathryn W.
May 04, 2018
Laurie C.
Apr 22, 2018
Mike P.
Apr 06, 2018
Wendy G.
Mar 30, 2018
Liz R.
Jan 19, 2018
Shelby R.
Jan 07, 2018
Vanessa was so amazing! She transformed my hair from yellow/orange mess to my natural hair color and then some. I gave her my vision and she went above and beyond. Vanessa stayed way past closing just to get my hair to perfection because I wanted my hair to be done before the new year. She made me laugh during the entire 4/5 hours I was there. I've never wrote a yelp review but she was so amazing that I would recommend her to anyone looking for a complete hair makeover and having your hair actually feel healthy when leaving! Forever going to this lovely women. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. And the salon owner was a gem as well! Love the environment of this salon.
Austin F.
Jun 23, 2017
First off, let me just say that this is my second EVER review to leave a company. So this is kind of a big deal! I'm a guy that has travelled quite a bit, with a huge understanding of the trauma one feels when entrusting a new hairdresser with your slow growing hair. With all the places I've been, I can say I feel comfortable and at ease sitting in that swiveling chair for only a select few hairdressers.and here at Adonai they made the list.
The staff here is incredible. Why is that relevant to you, you may ask? BECAUSE they aren't the type of people to cut corners! Phoenix cut my hair with extra care as she made sure to follow WITH EXACTNESS the haircut I had envisioned for myself. She even spent extra time going back through my sideburns to perfect a few scraggly hairs that anyone else would have overlooked or deemed a waste of their time. Thank you for showing that you truly care! Five stars because of their integrity and for going above and beyond everyone else!
The staff here is incredible. Why is that relevant to you, you may ask? BECAUSE they aren't the type of people to cut corners! Phoenix cut my hair with extra care as she made sure to follow WITH EXACTNESS the haircut I had envisioned for myself. She even spent extra time going back through my sideburns to perfect a few scraggly hairs that anyone else would have overlooked or deemed a waste of their time. Thank you for showing that you truly care! Five stars because of their integrity and for going above and beyond everyone else!
Gloria M.
Mar 26, 2017
Lani Nacario
Dec 23, 2016
I have been Vera's client for over 20 years, and have received so many compliments from other hair stylists, one person being a Mayor's wife. I've been approached on the street by countless women admiring her work, so this is a testament to good she is. So Adonai is the place to go, to look sharp, Pheonixonfyah does excellent work too, saw her correct a color on a client, beautiful job.