Anita Smith

Anita Smith Hairdresser on a new adventure. Watch this space.

Hi 👋 A lot of you know I’ve dealt with some health issues over the years. Nothing dramatic, just the kind of slow, pers...
21/11/2025

Hi 👋 A lot of you know I’ve dealt with some health issues over the years. Nothing dramatic, just the kind of slow, persistent stuff that forces you to reassess how you work and what your body can handle long-term.

Instead of letting it hold me back, I’ve used it as fuel. It pushed me to rethink the next decade of my life, my career, and the way I want to show up for myself and for others.

So yes, I’m transitioning into something new. Not because my health is failing - but because my priorities have evolved. I’m choosing a path that’s more sustainable, more flexible, and more aligned with where I’m heading.

I’ll share more when the time’s right. Just know this: nothing about this journey is weakness. It’s strategy, growth, and backing myself 100%.

If you’re reinventing yourself too - or thinking about it… walk this chapter with me. We can build it together!

~ Anita 🩷🦋

To be continued…

17/10/2025

As you can see I was pretty excited to see my cousin after 16 years 🤭 Dan (Solar Cooling Solutions) had been working in Hervey Bay and we managed to fit in a lunch and mini sandblow exploration. If you need Solar Cooling Solutions ~ Dan is your Man! 🌈🥶🥵

🩷 Highlights with Gloss ~ DONE ✅
04/10/2025

🩷 Highlights with Gloss ~ DONE ✅

☀️Summer is around the corner… Classic bobs never go out of style, but this one has that modern, beachy twist that makes...
04/10/2025

☀️Summer is around the corner…
Classic bobs never go out of style, but this one has that modern, beachy twist that makes it light, low-maintenance + perfect for hot days.

Choppy, textured layers + beautiful summery blonde highlights combined to give that sun-kissed glow.

Whether you wear it sleek, wavy or with curls… it just works! Don’t you think? 🩷🌈🦋💋

🩷 One of my longest-time friends from 9th Grade Highschool (remember we are now in our 50’s 😄) came all the way from Bri...
19/09/2025

🩷 One of my longest-time friends from 9th Grade Highschool (remember we are now in our 50’s 😄) came all the way from Brisbane to our Beautiful Rainbow Beach for a freshen up and a long-overdue catch up… (has it really been 10 years!? 🫣).

She had some serious brassy, multicoloured goodness happening, so I worked on giving her a much more cohesive look. I added lowlights in a neutral brown, kept some of the blonde from her last colour, and skipped the bleach to avoid damage. Instead, I finished with a glossy acidic colour for shine and tone ✨.

And then… I found the sweetest little gift waiting on my doorstep.

Thank you my friend - I love & appreciate you xx you know who you are 🌈🌻
Anita (nitwit) 🫶😘

🩷 From short bleach blonde to a soft, beachy bob…🩷 This transformation has been 2 years in the making ~ and worth every ...
22/08/2025

🩷 From short bleach blonde to a soft, beachy bob…

🩷 This transformation has been 2 years in the making ~ and worth every appointment. By taking it slow, we kept the hair healthy, added dimension, and created a look that will last way longer than a full short bleach blonde style (even though it was super cool 🤩).

The grow out with this look will be gradual and very natural.

I’ll be sharing the full journey in photos soon! 😍

😘🫶 Jane

Saltwater out - Shine in! 🏄‍♀️🌊💕💖We had salty highlights & brittle ends from surfing Double Island Point everyday… we ne...
18/08/2025

Saltwater out - Shine in! 🏄‍♀️🌊💕💖

We had salty highlights & brittle ends from surfing Double Island Point everyday… we needed a little TLC 🥰

“Regrowth touch up, some ‘face framing highlights’ & a little ‘tip out’ and we are done! 🥰🙌”

🩷🦋🏄‍♀️

💔 Just read a post from another hairdresser in the US who had a client grieving the loss of his grandaughter in the rece...
12/07/2025

💔 Just read a post from another hairdresser in the US who had a client grieving the loss of his grandaughter in the recent Texas floods. He opened up mid-haircut, and shared his pain and loss of his grandaughter and she held that space for him ~ carrying the emotional weight into the rest of her shift.

😢

Most people don’t see what we carry behind the chair. We’re not just working on your hair ~ we’re holding grief, joy, trauma, secrets, breakdowns, and breakthroughs… all in a 1-2 hr appointment. Then we wipe our hands, breathe, and move on to the next.

Don’t get me wrong…
Most days it’s great stuff - warm, happy conversations, sharing all the good stuff happening in life. Other days, it’s crushing as life has a way of throwing us curve balls.

So, in short I really just wanted to say…

To every one of our beautiful customers who have become our friends ~ we carry your stories, your tears, your laughter, and your trust with us every day. You sit in our chairs, but you also sit in our hearts.

To my fellow hairstylists - we’re not just stylists. We’re accidental therapists who also make magic with hair, and to every hairdresser reading this ~ I see you. I feel you. You are not alone.

Thank you to all our beautiful hair friends for letting us be part of your life ~ not just your hair. 🙏❤️

We love what we do.
We are Hairapists. ✂️❤️

~Anita xo

🦋 Brighter. Shorter. Easier.🦋 Teasy high-lights & traditional high-lights were used to create texture & dimension.🦋 Fini...
02/07/2025

🦋 Brighter. Shorter. Easier.

🦋 Teasy high-lights & traditional high-lights were used to create texture & dimension.

🦋 Finished with a cute choppy concave bob.

🌈🫶🦋

27/06/2025

🩷 Just for FUN 🤭🤣 I toned my hair last weekend ~ and figured I’d turn it into a quick fun breakdown for anyone curious about what actually goes into keeping a healthy toned blonde in between the big foiling jobs.

Here’s what I did and why it matters:
🩷 Step 1: Chelating Shampoo
This isn’t your average wash. Chelating removes minerals, metals, and product buildup that can mess with toner results ~ especially if you’re dealing with hard water or heavy product use. Clean hair = even tone.
🩷 Step 2: Root Tap with Level 6 Acid Gloss
This helped blend out my silver sparkles (aka natural regrowth) without creating harsh lines. Acid-based glosses tone without lifting, seal the cuticle, and restore shine ~ perfect for post-lightening and in-between care.
🩷 Step 3: 9/2 + a smidge of 9/62 on the ends
I used a pearl blonde formula with a touch of violet. It keeps the blonde looking clean, soft, and balanced ~ not dull, brassy, or over-toned.
🩷 Why Acid Gloss?
Because it balances the hair’s pH, smooths the cuticle, and helps toners fade more evenly. It’s one of the best ways to tone and treat in one step.

Toning isn’t just a finishing touch ~ it’s a crucial part of colour longevity. When done right, it protects the investment you’ve made in your hair and keeps everything looking salon-fresh between appointments.

Anita Xx

🦋 I’m so happy! Since stripping out permanent red earlier this year, I’ve been on a mission to get my hair back into goo...
22/06/2025

🦋 I’m so happy! Since stripping out permanent red earlier this year, I’ve been on a mission to get my hair back into good condition ~ and the difference now is massive.

🦋 The biggest shift in my routine?

🦋 Acidic bonding treatments!

🦋 They’ve completely changed the game for my hair health. These treatments work from the inside out, repairing internal bonds and reinforcing strength where the damage was worst. Mine was on the brink ~ and now it’s holding shape, shine, and softness again.

🦋 If you want your colour, shine and blowouts to last between salon visits, this is non-negotiable.

🦋 What you use at home really matters ~ our hair needs the same TLC as our skin 🫶

🌻 A little reminder for today: Worrying won’t fix tomorrow. It just robs today of peace.🌻 Let it go. Breathe. Handle wha...
13/06/2025

🌻 A little reminder for today: Worrying won’t fix tomorrow. It just robs today of peace.

🌻 Let it go. Breathe. Handle what you can ~ and leave the rest for future-you.

You’ve got this. 🫶🌈🩷

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