Start a home henna studio by appointment

Individuals preparing for weddings, Eid, Diwali, Karva Chauth, graduations, and friends' parties, plus people who just like henna.

Price per design, by size and detail, with extra for bridal sessions, small group bookings and henna party packages.

• Detailed freehand design work
• Hygiene and tidy workspace habits
• Friendly, welcoming manner
• Simple online booking and messaging

• Home-based business rules: check zoning, licensing and landlord or condo rules before inviting clients
• Commercial general liability insurance, and ask your home insurer how business visitors affect your policy
• Natural henna only; avoid 'black henna' and check for allergies before each session
• Demand peaks around festivals and wedding season, so expect quieter periods
• Register for GST/HST if your revenue passes the small supplier threshold

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $100 to $600, depending on your supplies and how you set up a clean, comfortable space at home. Simple online booking can keep admin light.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $200 to $2,000, depending on how many appointments you take. Demand peaks around festivals and wedding season, so expect some quieter periods.

Check zoning, licensing and landlord or condo rules before inviting clients. Also ask your home insurer how business visitors affect your policy, use natural henna only, check for allergies, and check GST/HST registration.