Hair extensions supplier to salons

Salons, mobile hairdressers and extension technicians who need reliable stock and shade matching.

Wholesale margin on hair, plus bonds, tape, beads, tools and aftercare, with repeat orders from regular trade accounts.

• Knowing extension methods and shade matching
• Building relationships with salon owners
• Stock control and basic bookkeeping

• Product liability and public liability insurance; check cover for products you sell to professionals
• Cash tied up in stock, especially across many shades, so start narrow
• Check import duty, VAT and shipping costs if buying from overseas suppliers
• Check whether storing stock at home is allowed by your landlord or mortgage lender
• Trade customers may expect credit terms, so decide how you will handle late payment

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around £2,000 to £8,000, depending on how many shades and products you stock. Cash tied up in stock is a big factor, so starting with a narrow range is worth considering.

Check that product liability and public liability insurance covers products sold to professionals. Also check import duty, VAT and shipping costs if buying overseas, whether your landlord or mortgage lender allows home storage, and how you will handle late trade payments.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue of typically around £1,000 to £5,000, depending on how many salons and stylists reorder from you. Expect to spend at least about 15 hours a week.