Home studio beauty therapist

Set up a treatment room at home and offer facials, waxing and nails by appointment.

A beauty therapist applying a skincare treatment to a smiling client.

Startup costA$2k to A$8k

Monthly revenueA$1k to A$5k

Time needed10+ h/week

First incomeWeeks

A$2k-8k
Side hustle
From home

Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.

What it is

A private treatment room in a spare room or converted garage where clients visit you for facials, waxing, manicures and pedicures.

Your first three steps

Ask your local council whether a home-based business is allowed at your address and what approval you need
Fit out a clean, separate treatment space with a bed, sterilising equipment and good lighting
Get insured, set up online booking and invite friends and locals in for introductory treatments

Who pays

Local clients who want regular grooming at friendlier prices than a salon, often rebooking every few weeks.

How it makes money

Price per treatment, plus repeat bookings, packages, gift vouchers and retail sales of skincare products.

Skills that help

Recognised beauty qualification
Hygiene and client care
Building a regular client base
Basic bookkeeping

Watch out for

Council approval for home-based businesses, and check any rules for renters or strata properties
Public liability insurance and a home and contents policy that allows business use
State and local rules on hygiene, waste and skin penetration services, check with your council and state health department
Client privacy and safety when welcoming visitors to your home
Parking and noise for neighbours

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Questions people ask

How much does it cost to set up a home beauty studio in Australia?

Startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $8,000, depending on how much you spend on the treatment room, equipment, products and insurance. A spare room or converted garage can keep costs lower.

How much can a home studio beauty therapist earn?

Monthly revenue is typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on your prices, the hours you open and how many regular clients you build up. Treat these as estimates rather than guaranteed income.

What rules should I check before running a beauty studio at home?

Check council approval for home-based businesses, plus any rules for renters or strata properties. Also check that your insurance allows business use, and your council and state health department rules on hygiene, waste and skin penetration services.