TEMPLE OF AIYANA
Nestled in the peaceful surrounds of Ninderry on the Sunshine Coast, Temple of Aiyana is a private sanctuary devoted to beauty, ritual, movement, and inner remembrance.
More than a destination for beautiful hair, this is an invitation to slow down and reconnect with yourself. Here, holistic hair artistry is thoughtfully woven with yoga, somatic mindfulness, breath, cacao, sound, and seasonal ritual, creating experiences that honour your individuality and invite you back to your own rhythm, inner wisdom, and quiet knowing.
Surrounded by nature and created with intention, Temple of Aiyana offers a gentle pause from the pace of everyday life — a place to soften, move with awareness, breathe deeply, and remember that beauty is not something to chase, but something to embody.
Life is the ceremony.
TEMPLE OF AIYANA
Temple of Aiyana is more than a destination for beautiful hair, it is a sanctuary where beauty, ritual, movement, and intentional living intertwine.
Rooted in over three decades of experience, each offering thoughtfully weaves holistic hair artistry with yoga, somatic mindfulness, breath, cacao, sound, and seasonal ritual. Every experience is designed to honour your individuality, support your connection to self, and invite you back to your own rhythm and inner wisdom.
Whether you are seeking meaningful hair artistry, gentle movement, a moment of reflection, or an immersive ritual experience, Temple of Aiyana offers a space to pause, reconnect, and experience beauty as something deeply lived rather than endlessly pursued.
How ever you arrive, this is your invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and remember that beauty is not something to chase, but something to embody.
Life is the ceremony.
About The Temple
A Sanctuary for Sacred Transformation
Every offering here is an invocation, a sacred weaving of ritual, frequency, and intentional care.
Through cacao ceremonies, crown rituals, holistic hair journeys, yoga, breath, somatic mindfulness, and sound, you are invited into a deeper relationship with yourself, your body, your intuition, your inner rhythms, and the quiet wisdom that resides within.
Within this space, beauty is honoured as a sacred expression of how we live, love, nourish, and care for ourselves. Our holistic hair services are supported by consciously chosen, low-tox products, including our own ritual-infused hair care, and complemented by practices such as sound healing, crystal therapy, chakra balancing, and intuitive scalp rituals.
Each experience is thoughtfully curated to inspire remembrance, presence, and a sense of connection that extends far beyond your time here.
Here, beauty is not trend-driven, but soul expressed.
Every scent, every ritual, every detail is chosen with intention.
You are not simply booking an appointment.
You are stepping into ceremony.
CLIENT EXPERIENCES
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"A hair and personal experience that is simply DIVINE! This is no ordinary 'cut and colour'... working with Annalisa is like having your own personal High Priestess guide you on a journey back to the real you. Annalisa holds you both with her years of hair knowledge, colour techniques and premium cutting, as well as through intimate ceremony, gentle guidance, ancient wisdom, delicious teas, hand-crafted oils, sound healing and card readings.
Genine Howard
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Annalisa is such a beautiful soul, I always leave our sessions feeling inspired, regulated and soothed.
Camille
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Absolutely amazing! The whole experience was unlike anything I have ever seen offered, and was exactly what I was looking for. Annalisa provides deep spiritual energy and wisdom, incredible customer service, a beautiful setup, wonderful hairdressing skills and a non judgement space for introspection and mediation."
Clare
The Sacred Power of Hair & Ritual
Hair is more than something we wear.
It is memory.
It is identity.
It is a living thread connecting us to our stories, our lineage, and the many seasons we move through.
At Temple of Aiyana, hair is honoured as more than adornment. It is approached with intention, artistry, and care, a sacred expression of who we are and how we choose to move through the world.
Through the art of ceremony, everyday acts of beauty become ritual. A moment to slow down. To soften. To listen more closely to yourself and honour the quiet rhythms that shape your life.
Here, hair artistry is woven with breath, sound, intentional touch, aromatic botanicals, and practices that invite presence and connection. The experience extends beyond the aesthetic, creating space for beauty to be felt as something deeply lived.
Whether you are receiving a Hair Ceremony, Crown Alchemy, or one of our Earth and Sky rituals, you are invited to experience beauty as remembrance.
Life is the ceremony.
OUR PACKAGES
Temple of the Rose
Earth Ritual of Beauty, Presence & Devotion
Step into a gentle temple of presence, where beauty, ritual, and nature meet in quiet devotion.
Inspired by the essence of the rose, this immersive ritual begins with ceremonial rose tea or cacao, flowing through breath, somatic mindfulness, sound, and stillness. The experience unfolds into a nurturing hair ritual with botanical oils, crystal-infused scalp care, warm towels, and a nourishing blow wave.
Temple of the Rose is an invitation to soften, savour, and embrace beauty as a ritual of living.
Temple of the Lotus
Sky Ritual of Intuition, Spaciousness & Inner Vision
Inspired by the wisdom of blue lotus, this immersive ritual weaves breath, meditation, sound, and quiet reflection with a nurturing hair experience featuring botanical oils, crystal-infused scalp care, warm towels, and a nourishing blow wave.
Temple of the Lotus is an invitation to expand, dream, and reconnect with the quiet wisdom within.
allow 2-3 hours
$222
Crown Alchemy
A signature Temple of Aiyana experience where ritual beauty and intentional hair artistry are woven into an experience of presence, beauty, and quiet transformation.
Begin with your choice of ceremonial cacao or tea, inviting a slower rhythm through breath, sound, intention, and gentle movement. From this place of presence, your experience unfolds into a bespoke hair journey, including a style cut and your choice of balayage, highlights, all-over colour, or grey blending.
At Temple of Aiyana, the crown is honoured as more than adornment. It is an expression of identity, of seasons lived, and of the quiet rituals through which we care for ourselves. Every detail is thoughtfully curated — from low-tox colour and nurturing scalp rituals to aromatic botanicals, intentional touch, and moments of stillness woven throughout.
Your journey concludes with a personalised ritual hair care collection, lovingly chosen to support your ongoing rituals at home and nourish your crown long after you leave the Temple.
Crown Alchemy is an invitation to embrace beauty with intention, honour the season you are in, and experience the subtle alchemy that emerges when ritual and artistry become one.
allow 4-5 hours
$444
Divine Radiance
Created for the woman who walks with quiet strength and understands the beauty of tending to her crown, Divine Radiance is an intentional hair experience where artistry, integrity, and care come together with ease.
Receive your choice of creative colour, balayage, highlights, or grey blending, paired with a bespoke style cut thoughtfully tailored to honour your individuality and the season you are in.
Every detail is approached with reverence, using low-tox, consciously chosen colour and ritual-infused care that honours both your wellbeing and the earth. More than a refresh, Divine Radiance is an invitation to pause, nourish yourself, and embrace beauty as a quiet, everyday ritual.
For those seeking the full ceremonial experience where ritual and hair artistry become one, explore Crown Alchemy.
Colour correction additional.
allow 3-4 hours
$390
Sacred Offerings
Heart Of Gaia
A sacred cacao ritual devoted to the wisdom of the heart, the rhythms of the Earth, and the ancient traditions that have carried this medicine across generations.
Guided with reverence and using ethically sourced ceremonial cacao, Heart of Gaia invites you into a journey through three sacred landscapes of being — the depths within that ask to be witnessed, the present moment that calls us home, and the expansive realms of intuition and spirit.
Through intention, heart coherence, breath, sound, gentle movement, and Annalisa's decades of embodied practice, this ceremony offers a space to listen deeply, connect meaningfully, and honour the sacred relationship between heart, Earth, and self.
Heart of Gaia is an invitation to remember.
Of your heart.
Of the Earth.
And of the sacred thread that has always connected the two.
allow 1.5 - 2 hours
$188
Light Weaving
Experience radiant blonde transformations through our tailored highlights, balayage, and fuse foil techniques. Each service is thoughtfully crafted with intention, blending mindful artistry with the best in low-tox and organic products to protect your hair's health. Whether you're seeking soft, sunlit dimension or bold, bright highlights, our approach balances beautiful, lasting results with a focus on nourishing your hair. Let your blonde shine with depth, brightness, and the care it deserves.
highlights from $200
balayage from $280
Return to Self
The Body Remembers.
A private one-to-one ritual devoted to the wisdom of the body and the art of slowing down.
Blending somatic mindfulness, tantric yin, breath, gentle movement, and deep rest, this intimate experience invites you to soften into presence and cultivate a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
Guided with sensitivity and intention, each session is shaped around the season you are moving through, creating space to explore sensation, release tension, and reconnect with the quiet intelligence of the body.
There is nothing to achieve here.
Only an invitation to listen.
To breathe.
To move gently.
And to remember that your body has been speaking to you all along.
Group bookings available upon request
allow 90mins
$111
Colour Alchemy
Our Colour Alchemy services are designed to transform your hair with rich, vibrant hues while nurturing your overall well-being. From all-over colour and grey coverage to semi-permanent gloss and scattered highlights or lowlights for added dimension, each session is infused with mindful intention and care. Every session begins with a personalized pre-consultation, allowing us to tailor your experience and honor your unique needs.
all over colour from $200
creative colour from $260
Hair Ceremony
A signature Temple of Aiyana experience devoted to the art of intentional hairdressing.
Beginning with a thoughtful consultation, this ritual is intuitively tailored to honour your individuality, your lifestyle, and the season you are moving through. Gentle aromatics, sound bowls, sacred mists, and moments of stillness are woven throughout, creating an experience that feels both grounding and deeply personal.
Your Hair Ceremony includes a bespoke style cut, nurturing scalp rituals, and a beautiful blow wave — each element approached with presence, artistry, and care.
At Temple of Aiyana, hair is honoured as more than adornment. It is an expression of identity, of memory, and of the quiet ways we choose to care for ourselves.
A ritual of beauty.
A moment of presence.
A ceremony for your crown.
allow 1.5 - 2 hours
$155
Ceremonial Bride
Our bridal offering, combines intentional ritual with beautiful hair artistry. Each session begins with a grounding cacao or tea ritual, fostering deep connection among the bride and her bridal party or intimate friend groups. This is followed by a bespoke hair experience tailored to your bridal vision. Every moment is infused with care, ensuring you and your loved ones feel centered, radiant, and aligned as you prepare for your special day.
POA
Collaborations, Retreats &
Heart Centered Experiences
At Aiya Inanna, we celebrate collaboration and the beauty of weaving our gifts together. Whether you’re looking to co-create a transformative retreat or a milestone event, I offer a range of services focused on feminine embodiment and holistic wellness.
From sacred cacao facilitation, somatic mindfulness and gentle breath work to ecstatic dance, yoga and free-form movement, each experience is designed to guide women back to their hearts. I also provide business alchemy sessions that connect you to the essence of your business, fostering alignment and authenticity.
I thrive in both collaborative and solo settings, working alongside other facilitators to create immersive experiences tailored to your needs. Together, we can craft a session that honors your vision and supports your journey. Let’s connect and explore the possibilities!
FAQs
What is a hair ceremony, and how does it work?
A hair ceremony integrates holistic practices with hairstyling to create a deeply transformative experience. This includes elements like reiki-infused hair and scalp massages, sound and crystal healing, and ceremonial intention setting, all tailored to align with your unique needs and desires.
Can I substitute cacao with herbal tea in my session?
Yes, you can choose to substitute cacao with herbal tea if that better suits your preferences or needs.
Do I need to participate in a full ceremony each time I visit?
No. You have the option to choose a full ceremonial experience with cacao or tea, or to select specific elements that resonate with you, such as sound healing, frequency scanning, and more. Each session can be customized to suit your preferences.
Are your products natural and organic?
While I strive to use natural and organic products whenever possible, not all products are exclusively natural or organic. Many of the products used are low-tox, ammonia free and carefully selected for their quality.
Can I participate in a ceremony if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Yes — absolutely. Ceremony is ultimately about intention, and we can easily adjust the cacao dose or substitute with a heart-opening herbal tea if that feels more aligned for you.
While ceremonial cacao is generally safe in small amounts, every body is different. I encourage you to use your intuition and connect with me beforehand so we can create a safe and supportive experience that honours your unique journey.
How long does a typical hair ceremony last?
The duration of a hair ceremony varies depending on the services included. On average, a full ceremony may last between 90 minutes to 2 hours. We’ll provide you with detailed information about the length of your specific session when you book.
Do I need to prepare anything before my session?
You don’t need to prepare anything specific before your session. However, arriving with an open mind and heart will enhance your experience.
Can I bring someone with me to my session?
Sessions are generally designed for individual experiences to ensure personalized attention and connection. If you have specific needs or would like to discuss bringing someone, please reach out beforehand.
Do you offer co-facilitation for retreats or special events?
Yes, I do. I offer co-facilitation for retreats and special gatherings, weaving together cacao ceremony, breath work, movement, ecstatic dance, sound healing, and intention setting.
While I deeply honor the transformational power of soul work and healing, my approach also invites joy, play, and connection to your original blueprint, returning to the truth of who you are through both depth and delight. Each experience is tailored to support emotional, energetic, and creative expression in a safe and sacred space.
ABOUT ANNALISA
Annalisa Siefken is the founder of Aiya Inanna and Temple of Aiyana, and the creator of Ceremonial Hair Alchemy, a philosophy that honours hair as more than adornment, but as memory, identity, ritual, and self-expression.
With over three decades of award-winning experience as a hairstylist, salon owner, educator, and lifelong student of embodiment, Annalisa has devoted her work to exploring the relationship between beauty, wellbeing, and the quiet rituals that shape our lives.
Her approach is informed by extensive studies in yoga, breathwork, somatic mindfulness and movement, ceremonial cacao, meditation, and holistic wellness. These teachings are not offered as separate modalities, but are gently woven into a philosophy of intentional living, where hair, movement, ritual, and everyday moments become sacred acts of self-devotion.
Through intimate one-to-one experiences, group immersions, retreats, workshops, writing, and education, Annalisa creates spaces that invite presence, honour individuality, and celebrate beauty as something deeply lived rather than endlessly pursued.
A writer, mentor, and devoted advocate for a more conscious approach to beauty and wellbeing, she continues to share her work through Aiya Inanna and Temple of Aiyana, encouraging others to honour the season they are in, tend to themselves with devotion, and create rituals that nourish a life lived with intention.
Beyond The Temple
Beyond the intimate offerings of Temple of Aiyana, Annalisa shares her work through Aiya Inanna, a philosophy of beauty, ritual, and intentional living expressed through retreats, workshops, writing, education, and sacred collaborations.
Drawing on decades of experience in hair artistry, yoga, breathwork, somatic mindfulness and movement, ceremonial cacao, and holistic wellbeing, these experiences are thoughtfully designed to inspire deeper connection, meaningful conversation, and a more intentional way of living.
From intimate circles and group immersions to retreats, industry education, and collaborative events, each offering reflects the belief that beauty is not separate from life, it is woven into the way we move, create, gather, and care for ourselves and one another.
Whether sharing Ceremonial Hair Alchemy with fellow stylists, facilitating cacao and movement experiences, or creating spaces for reflection and growth, Annalisa's work remains devoted to one simple intention:
To help reawaken the sacredness found within everyday life.
