FAQs


What are the benefits of buying a franchised business?
Purchasing a franchised business has become popular because it offers brand identification beyond what one store can accomplish, a successful and proven business model, and ongoing support. Franchising offers the franchisee the advantage of starting up a new business quickly by providing a turn-key operation and taking the trial and error part out of the equation.

What does The Lash Lounge™ franchise offer?
The Lash Lounge™ franchise will provide a seamless business operation for you which includes:
  • Site selection utilizing state of the art demographic & market segmentation analysis
  • Complete store design and build out information
  • A comprehensive five-day training program at our corporate headquarters
  • 40 hours of on-site training at your location prior to opening
  • A comprehensive Operations manual
  • A thorough Training manual with on-going training programs and quality control
  • Advertising campaigns
  • Computer software that links up globally and on-going support
  • Continuous Research and Development


Am I a good candidate to become a Lash Lounge™ Franchisee?
Ask yourself the following questions:
  • Am I customer service oriented and an outgoing "people" person?
  • Do I have the skill set to manage a staff of front desk operators and service providers?
  • Am I willing to work extra to own my own business?
  • Am I willing to follow someone else's system?
  • Do I have the financial resources and am I willing to take the financial risk to open and operate this business?
  • Do the company goals and my personal goals match up?
  • Is this a business/industry that I am really interested in working in?
  • Is my family supportive of this?
If you answered yes to these questions, you are probably a good candidate!

Do I need experience in the Beauty Industry to qualify?
No, you do not need to have experience in the Beauty Industry to be considered. We look for franchisees that have solid business management skills and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Do I have to run the business full time?
One owner must be designated with the responsibility of overseeing the general operations and business activities of the salon. In addition, the General Manager, which may, but is not required to be an owner, must be designated with the responsibility of overseeing the day-to-day operations of the salon and must devote his or her full time energy and best effort towards the management, operation, promotion and growth of the business.

How much is it going to cost to open a Lash Lounge™ franchise?
Depending upon a number of factors, the total cost to open a Lash Lounge™ franchise is estimated to range between $215,000 and $370,000. This cost includes everything you will need to open a complete turn-key operation.

What are the franchise and royalty fees? Is there also a monthly required marketing fee?
The franchise fee is $30,000 and the monthly royalty fee is 6% of gross revenue. Yes, we also require a monthly marketing fee of up to 2% of gross revenue.

What are the financial requirements to qualify?
In order to ensure that our franchisees will be able to qualify with both lenders and landlords, we require that potential franchisees have at least $100,000 in liquid capital and a $350,000 net worth.

Does The Lash Lounge™ offer financing?
The Lash Lounge™ does not offer financing at this time, but we can suggest some lending sources for you to talk to about your business and financial needs.

How will I make money with this business?
There are three required revenue streams you must provide.  They include:
  • 1. The application of semi-permanent and temporary eyelash extensions, makeup application, eyelash and eyebrow tinting, and eyelash perming.
  • 2. A retail boutique featuring the sale of clothing, gift items, and accessories.
  • 3. A private label cosmetic and skin care line.
In addition, you will have the option of providing a fourth revenue stream by adding the application of Permanent Makeup as another service. There is no additional fee paid to The Lash Lounge™ if you choose to add this service.

How much money can I make?
We are prohibited by Federal law from making any predictions about your individual success. However, in our Franchise Disclosure Document we give financial data about our existing three franchises.

Sounds good! What is my next step?
The next step is to fill out the franchise inquiry form. You will be contacted shortly by one of our franchise consultants who will walk you through every step of the way to achieving your own Lash Lounge™ franchise!

We look forward to hearing from you!