Our Story

The people behind
the glow

A sanctuary built in Wennappuwa on a single belief that world-class beauty and medical aesthetics shouldn't require a journey to Colombo.

Chathu Jayaweera, founder of CHANRI La Esthetica

Our Founder

"CHANRI was born from a single belief that world-class beauty and medical aesthetics shouldn't require a journey to Colombo."

Chathu Jayaweera
Founder · CHANRI La Esthetica

We bring the pinnacle of hair, skin, nail and bridal artistry to Sri Lanka's North-Western coast a sanctuary in Wennappuwa where every detail is considered and every guest is cared for.

Beyond the salon, our in-house clinic delivers advanced aesthetic treatments HIFU, PRP, micro-needling and more under expert medical care. Where science meets beauty.

4.8★
Google Rating
450+
Happy Clients
33K+
Social Following
5★
Facebook Rating

Our History

How CHANRI
grew

2015 · Where it began
CHANRI Brisk opens in Mudukatuwa, Marawila
The first CHANRI salon, and still serving Marawila today.what prompted Chathu to open it, and what those early years looked like.
2023 · The flagship
CHANRI La Esthetica opens in Wennappuwa
Eight years later, CHANRI moved into a larger space on Lunuwila Road, creating its flagship salon. Explore the story behind the move and the new possibilities it brought.
2023
The clinic arm is established
CHANRI enters medical aesthetics with doctor-led care. Discover the treatments that began this new chapter.
Next · Coming soon
CHANRI Mount Lavinia
Our first location outside the North-Western coast bringing the same doctor-led standard of care to Colombo.

Our Team

Expert hands,
every time

Stylists, therapists and medical professionals working under one roof so your salon visit and your clinical care share the same standard.

Prasad Jayasiri, Chief Executive Officer of CHANRI Group
Prasad Jayasiri
Chief Executive Officer · CHANRI Group
BBA (Finance) sp. (Uni. Col.) · ICASL · MAAT
Economics Lecturer
Chathu Jayaweera, founder of CHANRI La Esthetica
Chathu Jayaweera
Founder
BSc (Cosmetology) Degree Holder
NVQ Level 4 Hair & Beauty · Bridal
Dr. Pasan Jayaweera, Medical Director at CHANRI Clinic
Dr. Pasan Jayaweera
Doctor
MBBS · MSc · FAAM · Dip. Dermatology
SLMC 35262
Branch Manager, CHANRI La Esthetica
Branch Manager
CHANRI La Esthetica
Wennappuwa
Branch Manager, CHANRI Brisk
Branch Manager
CHANRI Brisk
Marawila

Where To Find Us

Two homes,
and a third on the way

The CHANRI La Esthetica building on Lunuwila Road, Wennappuwa
Flagship
CHANRI La Esthetica
No.20 Lunuwila Road,
Wennappuwa, Sri Lanka
Mon–Sat · 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday · 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
+94 777 911 611
Full details →
Opening Soon
CHANRI Mount Lavinia
Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka
Opening date to be announced

Our doctor-led clinical care, coming to Colombo. Follow us for the announcement.

Beyond The Salon

Events &
sponsorships

CHANRI Group backs the occasions that celebrate confidence, culture and young talent across Sri Lanka from national pageants to community celebrations.

CHANRI, Official Skin Care & Makeup Partner, with the crowned queens of Miss Grand Sri Lanka 2026
Platinum Sponsor

Miss Grand International 2026

Grand Finale · 2026 Miss Grand Sri Lanka

Salon CHANRI is proud to be a Platinum Sponsor and the Official Skin Care & Makeup Partner for Miss Grand Sri Lanka 2026. Founded by expert aesthetician Chathu Jayaweera, CHANRI is dedicated to delivering advanced aesthetic care and high-glamour, camera-ready looks for both national contestants and visiting international pageant queens.

CHANRI Group receiving recognition as Main Sponsor at Miss Grand Sri Lanka 2025
Main Sponsor

Miss Grand Sri Lanka 2025

25 September 2025 Mount Lavinia Hotel

One of Sri Lanka's most prestigious national beauty pageants, bringing together contestants from across the country to compete for the national title and represent Sri Lanka on the international stage. CHANRI Group participated as Main Sponsor, supporting the successful running of the competition and connecting with contestants, industry professionals and media throughout the finale.

CHANRI Group receiving recognition as Official Sponsor at CJ Rajakiya Avurudu Kumara & Kumariya 2026
Official Sponsor

CJ Rajakiya Avurudu Kumara & Kumariya 2026

5 April 2026 Mount Lavinia Hotel

A Sinhala and Tamil New Year cultural pageant celebrating Sri Lankan heritage, tradition and the talents of the next generation. Held at the Mount Lavinia Hotel, it brought together contestants, families, community leaders and distinguished guests. CHANRI Group joined as an Official Sponsor, supporting the celebration of Sri Lankan cultural values and the young people at its centre.

Chathu Jayaweera on the Nugasewana morning programme, Rupavahini Watch the segment on YouTube
TV Programme

Nugasewana — Beauty Culture & Cosmetics

Ongoing · Daily programme Rupavahini

CHANRI sponsors the beauty segment of Nugasewana, Rupavahini's daily morning programme, where founder Chathu Jayaweera appears as the resident beauty expert. It is an ongoing partnership, with new segments as the series continues. In the episode linked here she talks through pigmentation what causes it, what genuinely helps, and how to care for skin between treatments.

CHANRI blood donation drive — 26 February, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Community

Blood Donation Drive

26 February 2025 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

CHANRI hosted a community blood donation drive, opening its doors from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM for neighbours to roll up a sleeve and give blood. A simple act of giving beyond the salon and a reminder that every drop can help save a life.

CHANRI Tree Plantation Initiative — saplings raised and shared with the community
Community

Tree Plantation Initiative

Greener future Community project

CHANRI led a community tree plantation initiative raising saplings and handing them to students and neighbours to plant across the local area. It reflects a simple commitment beyond the salon: a greener future built through community involvement, environmental responsibility and a lasting, sustainable impact.

The CHANRI Group team on their annual trip to Nuwara Eliya
Team Trip

CHANRI Group Annual Trip

Nuwara Eliya 2026

The whole CHANRI team headed to the hills of Nuwara Eliya for our annual trip a well-earned break together to relax, reconnect and celebrate a year of working side by side. The people behind the salon and the clinic, away from the chair for a weekend.

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visit today

Two branches on the North-Western coast, open seven days a week. Message us and we'll find you a time.

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