Chalei McKee, professionally known as Hula Barbie, is a bi-coastal hairstylist serving clients throughout Las Vegas and Hawaiʻi. With more than 13 years of experience in the beauty industry, she has built a career rooted in creativity, connection, and helping people feel their absolute best.

Specializing in lived-in color, luxury hair extensions, bridal styling, and on-location beauty services, Chalei is known for creating effortless, customized looks that complement each client's lifestyle. Her passion and dedication to her craft have led to opportunities far beyond the salon, including television appearances, professional sports organizations, New York and Paris Fashion Week, editorial productions, destination weddings, and high-profile events across the country.

As a Redken Certified Colorist and Bellami Hair Pro Stylist, Chalei believes that beauty is about more than great hair—it's about building confidence, creating meaningful experiences, and forming lasting relationships with every client who sits in her chair.

Beyond working behind the chair, Chalei is passionate about empowering the next generation of hairstylists. Through education, mentorship, and her growing Hula Barbie community, she shares the knowledge, experiences, and lessons she's gained while building a successful career between two states, all while staying deeply connected to her Hawaiʻi roots.

Whether she's creating a bridal look, transforming hair with color and extensions, or mentoring fellow beauty professionals, Chalei's mission remains the same: to help people feel confident, inspired, and authentically themselves.