"We are also running a couple of raffles with some great hair products that are currently at the salon, and plan to have hair braiding for a gold coin donation during the relay," the ex-Paraparaumu College student said.
"There'll also be the opportunity for any patients undergoing treatment to receive free hair consultations."
She said as a hairdresser, with clientele who were going through the harrowing experience or losing and regrowing their hair, she was in the position to support them, both men and women.
"I like that I can help them to feel good within themselves again."
This year, Sarah's team of 17 is comprised of staff and family and friends, including her sister and brother in law from Christchurch.
"Our team is made up of people who wished to participate because the cause is close to their hearts."
Sarah, who lost her Nana to breast cancer in 2004, also witnessed first-hand the consuming effects of cancer as the support person for her mother, who was diagnosed with breast cancer seven years ago, in 2009.
Luckily, Sarah's mother survived.
"She's a survivor but I saw how it affected her day-to-day living and the struggles she faced.
"I've seen what the Cancer Society of New Zealand does to support people with cancer and the support they gave my Mum, and now I want to support them where I can."
Sarah said her experience standing beside those fighting cancer had shown her that love and care had a significant impact on people going through the ordeal.
"Relay for Life is a very emotional and healing experience, where those affected by cancer can reflect on how far they've come and we can remember those we lost.
"It's a great community event where we can all come together and support one another."
