2020 wasn’t a great year for getting dolled up and going out, but with a COVID-19 vaccine in circulation and lockdown orders gradually lifting, expect the beauty business to come back with a passion. 

There is no shortage of beauty salons, but for entrepreneurs who are passionate about beauty, this is a great lifestyle business that will be rewarding. 1851 Franchise pulled 10 franchises, all of which have a great upside, to show you some of the best opportunities in the space. 

Nikita Hair

Amazing Lash Studio

Image Studios

  • Startup costs: $555,000-$1,200,000
  • Units: 22

Sola Salon Studios

  • Startup costs: $532,000-$1,700,000
  • Units: 524

European Wax Center

  • Startup costs: $356,000-$569,000
  • Units: 775

My Salon Suite/Salon Plaza

  • Startup costs: $665,000-$1,500,000
  • Units: 172

Palm Beach Tan

  • Startup costs: $624,000-$927,000
  • Units: 542

Phenix Salon Suites

  • Startup costs: $308,000-$1,400,000
  • Units: 280

Restore Hyper Wellness + Cryotherapy

  • Startup costs: $481,000-$942,000
  • Units: 74

Spavia Day Spa

  • Startup costs: $353,000-$701,000
  • Units: 48

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