Loc studio or rented chair

Walk-in and returning clients who want a professional salon setting with passing trade and easy booking.

Per-appointment prices, with chair rent or lease costs covered by a steady stream of regular clients. A second stylist can add capacity over time.

• Advanced loc techniques
• Client booking and scheduling
• Basic business management and marketing

• Check lease terms and council approval for use of the premises
• Public liability insurance, and workers compensation insurance if you hire staff
• Check hygiene and health requirements for hair and beauty premises in your state
• Fixed rent costs, so make sure you have enough regular clients before committing to a long lease

Startup costs are typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on whether you rent a chair or lease a small studio, and how much you spend on fit-out and equipment. Treat this as an estimate.

Monthly revenue is typically around $2,500 to $10,000, depending on your location, prices and how full your client book is. Fixed rent is a cost, so build enough regular clients before committing to a long lease.

Check lease terms and council approval for use of the premises, and hygiene and health requirements for hair and beauty premises in your state. Also check public liability insurance, and workers compensation insurance if you hire staff.