Home waxing studio
Set up a clean, private waxing room at home and book regular clients by appointment.
- A$1.5k-6k
- Side hustle
- From home
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A dedicated treatment room at home where you offer waxing for brows, lips, legs, underarms and bikini areas, by appointment only.
Your first three steps
- Complete a recognised waxing or beauty course and practise on friends and family under supervision
- Check with your local council whether a home-based business is allowed and what hygiene rules apply to your room
- Fit out a private, easy-to-clean room, set your price list and open bookings through social media and a simple booking app
Who pays
Local women and men wanting regular hair removal, often on a 4 to 6 week cycle, plus clients wanting brow shaping before events.
How it makes money
Fixed price per treatment, with regulars rebooking. Add-ons such as brow tinting or packages for several areas lift the average sale.
Skills that help
- Waxing technique and a gentle touch
- Strict hygiene habits
- Friendly, discreet client care
- Booking and time management
Watch out for
- Council approval for running a business from home, and any skin penetration or hygiene registration rules in your state or territory
- Public liability insurance and treatment or professional indemnity cover
- Infection control: single-use applicators, no double dipping, clean surfaces and proper waste disposal
- Skin reactions and clients with conditions or medications that make waxing unsafe, so use a consultation form and patch test where appropriate
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Everything you need to start: home waxing studio
Researched with live web search for Australia: real startup prices, the licences and rules, what others charge, a break-even example, how to find your first customers and a 30-day launch plan. With sources.
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- Licences, registration and rules
- Pricing: what others charge
- Break-even example
- Finding your first customers
- 30-day launch plan
- Risks and how to reduce them
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to start a home waxing business?
Our estimates put startup costs typically around $1,500 to $6,000, depending on your equipment, treatment room setup and supplies. Get your own quotes for equipment and insurance before you commit.
How much can a home waxing studio earn?
Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $800 to $4,000, depending on how many clients you book and what you charge. Estimates assume at least about 8 hours a week, so it can suit part-time work.
What rules apply to running a waxing studio from home?
Check council approval for running a business from home, plus any skin penetration or hygiene registration rules in your state or territory. Also check public liability and professional indemnity cover, infection control practices, and how you handle clients with conditions or medications that make waxing unsafe.
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