As someone who has spent time interviewing local business leaders and professionals, I’m always drawn to stories about places that deliver more than the services they advertise. So, when I spoke with Ana Meyer, a busy entrepreneur and mom of three kids, who told me she walked out of Glaze Salon in Chatham feeling “like she had taken a mini-vacation,” I wanted to understand what made this salon experience so uniquely restorative.
I sat down with her to learn more—because in January, when everyone is focused on health and wellness, perhaps part of the answer starts somewhere a little unexpected: at your favorite salon.
“When I walked in,” Ana told me, “I felt completely overwhelmed. I just hadn’t had a minute to myself.” She had a scheduled appointment for highlights and a blowout, but what surprised her most was how mentally refreshing the visit became.
She described the moment she stepped inside. “The receptionist greeted me with the warmest smile. It’s something Glaze is known for—this feeling that you’re walking into a place where everyone is genuinely happy to see you.”
That welcoming energy is intentional, and it begins with the salon’s owner, Cindi Galiher. With over 20 years in the cosmetics industry, Cindi brings a refined eye for beauty and a deep passion for helping people feel confident, radiant, and effortlessly polished. But what truly shapes the salon’s atmosphere is her guiding philosophy: “Relationship Before Task.” Human connection first—hair second.
Ana said the experience began instantly. “They handed me this delicious cappuccino,” she recalled, smiling. “They make it with a gorgeous professional espresso machine—honestly, it looks like it belongs in an Italian café. And they served it with a mini biscotti.” Clients can also choose wine, a mimosa, a bellini, seltzer, or even a beer.
Cindi’s commitment to maintaining a warm, elevated environment extends to her talent selection. One of the salon’s newest additions is Maria Santiago, Glaze’s new manager as well as a stylist and colorist. “She’s just so talented,” Cindi shared. “Her mantra is, ‘I didn’t choose hairdressing, hairdressing chose me.’” Another exciting addition is Eric Pizzi, a stylist specializing in hair extensions and makeup, adding even more depth to the services Glaze offers.
As Ana settled into her chair with her cappuccino, she felt the stress she’d been holding begin to ease. “There’s something about letting someone else take over for a while,” she said. “Maria is amazing—we talked about work, life, everything. It was very relaxing.”
During her processing time, she browsed the salon’s curated retail shelves. “I love their NEST and LAFCO New York aromatherapy candles and diffusers,” she said. Her favorite is the LAFCO’s ‘Paloma Melon’ diffuser, which she keeps on her office desk. “It’s subtle and calming.”
When it was time for her blowout, she described it as the final step in her reset. “By the time Maria finished, I felt lighter… not just because my hair looked amazing. It was like the weight I’d been carrying around lifted. Walking out fully refreshed changes your whole mindset.” Glaze also offers professional makeup services for those who want an extra finishing touch.
By the end of our conversation, one thing was clear: Ana didn’t just get her hair done. She experienced a genuine wellness reset.
“In January, people think wellness only means going to the gym or eating healthy,” she said. “But taking time to reset your mind is just as important.”
From Italian-style cappuccinos to uplifting conversations, luxe aromatherapy, and exceptional beauty services, Glaze Salon creates an atmosphere designed to help clients relax, recharge, and return to their lives feeling polished and mentally renewed. In the New Year, Glaze stands as a reminder that self-care isn’t indulgent—it’s essential. Visit https://glazesalon.com/ and experience the magic of Glaze.
“In January, people think wellness only means going to the gym and eating healthy,” she said. “But taking time to reset your mind is just as important.”