I’m so excited to share this beautiful and meaningful event that Lei ʻohu Cosmetics and Lumeria Maui brought to life – a Restorative Wellness Retreat For Our Wives of + Wahine Maui First Responders.

The Meaning Behind This Restorative Lumeria Retreat

We hosted this retreat two months after the deadly and destructive Maui fires, which devastated the Maui community.

This half-day restorative retreat, filled with complimentary wellness, self-care, and healing, was a much-deserved opportunity to honor our wahine first responders and wives of first responders.

These are women who’ve supported our community by showing up, being the backbone of support to brave firefighters, police, and more; women who’ve been displaced; women who’ve lost their homes and businesses in the fires.

Lumeria As The Setting For The Maui Wellness Retreat

Lumeria Maui, nestled in the heart of Upcountry Maui, is a serene oasis close to the idyllic Maui North shore. The outdoor gardens, houses, and overall atmosphere create the perfect backdrop for healing and rejuvenation.

The event was blessed with soft clouds and pleasant shade, with occasional light mist that only added to the tranquility.

You can read more about what we love about Lumeria’s wellness offerings, farm-to-table restaurant, and grounds in this post.

The Opening Ceremony

The event opened with an enchanting ceremony. Each lady was adorned with a handcrafted, unique lei by Hawaii Flora & Fauna. These lei showcase a rich variety of vibrant flowers, from blue jade vine to tuberose.

Under the lush canopy of an avocado tree, a singing bowl meditation, led by a Maui firefighter himself, set a peaceful tone for the day.

Leiohu Cosmetics Workshop At Lumeria Maui

After that peaceful opening, we all moved to the beautifully set table, ready for our rejuvenating and all-senses-engaged beauty workshop by Lei ʻohu Cosmetics.

Participants enjoyed a sensory meditation, followed by the Lei ʻohu Cosmetics signature aromatherapy journey.

Stories were shared about favorite perfumes and essential oils lost in the fires. This was an opportunity to renew and delve into much-needed self-care.

The women indulged in smelling, touching, and tasting hibiscus and roses fresh from the Lei ʻohu gardens and Tiki Farms.

For the hands-on portion, we crafted a rose sugar scrub – divine in its scent and a soothing yet exfoliating treat. We also concocted a hibiscus, rose face mask enriched with probiotic yogurt and lavender honey from Ali’i Lavender. 

Make your own at home with this recipe for our hibiscus & rose face mask and rose sugar scrub.

We rounded out our luxurious flower-themed body care exploration with a drink of rose, hibiscus, dragonfruit lemonade. A yummy way to experience these beautiful blooms fully!

Wellness & Self-Care at the Lumeria Maui Retreat

After the beauty workshop by Lei ʻohu Cosmetics, the ladies had time to explore and enjoy the picturesque Lumeria grounds.

Mini massages were available in the beautiful Lumeria treatment bungalows.

A delightful spread of charcuterie, finger sandwiches, and fresh fruit, courtesy of Charcuterie Plus Bar Maui, satisfied their appetites.

The flowery cupcakes from Sweet Bella Blooms were so beautiful that many ladies remarked, “It’s too pretty to eat!”

Embellish provided botanical beverages of rose and hibiscus, complemented by fragrant jasmine decor and refreshing popsicles.

Petaloom set up a “build your bouquet” bar where each lady crafted her own colorful bouquet to take home.

A cozy, modern lounge setup was thoughtfully provided by Signature Events Maui.

Coach Amy McNally was available for counseling and EFT, and a mini boutique showcased a variety of beautiful clothes by various brands, along with darling towels generously donated by Eha Culture.

A Beautiful End To The Lumeria Maui Wellness Retreat

As the day of wellness and self-care came to a close, the ladies retired to a soothing soak in the hot tub under the twinkling stars and the bright moon, while the wellness and event providers, volunteers, and organizers felt a profound sense of fulfillment, hugged and knew that their efforts had gone to just the right place.

A heartfelt “Mahalo” to all who made this event possible.

What It All Meant To Us

The Restorative Wellness Retreat at Lumeria Maui was a testament to the power of community, support, and self-care.

It not only celebrated the resilience of the wahine first responders and wives of Maui’s first responders but also provided a well-deserved respite and a sense of appreciation for their tireless efforts.

The event was a shining example of how small acts of kindness and thoughtfulness can have a profound impact on those who give so much to their community.

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Hope to see you in paradise soon!