Online henna classes

Beginners and hobbyists across Australia, aspiring henna artists and people wanting a creative skill to learn at home.

A fee per live class or per multi-week course, plus extra income from practice kits or practice sheets.

• Confident henna design skills
• Clear explaining on camera
• Basic video and lighting setup
• Online marketing

• Public liability insurance if you post kits or teach anything hands-on, so check what your insurer covers
• If you sell kits, use natural ingredients, label them clearly and check rules on cosmetic products with the ACCC and Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme
• Warn students about allergies and skin patch testing, and never recommend black henna
• Check GST registration once turnover reaches the threshold
• Check that any music or images in your videos are properly licensed

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $200 to $1,200, depending on your camera and lighting, the materials in any practice kits, and the platform you use. Your own costs will vary with how polished you want your setup to be.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $200 to $1,500, depending on how many classes you run, your pricing and how many students sign up. This is revenue before postage, materials and platform costs.

Check public liability cover if you post kits, and use natural ingredients with clear labels. Check cosmetic product rules with the ACCC and AICIS. Warn students about allergies and patch testing, never recommend black henna, and check GST and music or image licensing.