Massage supplies shop with a showroom
Open a small shop or unit where therapists can try tables and oils before buying, backed by an online store.
- £10k-40k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Estimates for a small start in the UK, not guarantees.
Official data
10,030 UK companies in this field, 47% registered in the last 2 years
SIC 47750 “Retail sale of cosmetic and toilet articles in specialised stores”. Source: Companies House, November 2026.
What it is
A small shop or showroom unit stocking massage tables, oils, towels, hot stones and treatment room supplies, where customers can see and test equipment in person.
Your first three steps
- Check local demand by talking to therapists, training schools and salons about what they buy and where
- Look at affordable units or shared retail space and compare rent and business rates
- Open trade accounts with suppliers and plan a starting range that fits your budget
Who pays
Local therapists, beauty and wellness studios, spas, students on nearby courses, and private customers.
How it makes money
Mark-up on products sold in store and online, plus repeat sales of consumables. Larger items like tables and couches give higher-value sales.
Skills that help
- Product knowledge of massage equipment
- Retail selling and customer service
- Stock buying and cash flow management
Watch out for
- Commercial lease terms, deposits and business rates, so get advice before signing
- Shop insurance covering stock, public liability and contents
- Cosmetic product labelling and safety rules for oils and lotions, check with Trading Standards
- Unsold stock tying up cash, so start with a limited range
Deep research report · UK
Everything you need to start: massage supplies shop with a showroom
Researched with live web search for United Kingdom: 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.
- Startup costs with real prices
- 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 open a massage supplies shop?
Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around £10,000 to £40,000, depending on your premises, fit-out and the range of stock you buy. Starting with a limited range can stop unsold stock tying up your cash.
How much revenue can a massage supplies shop make?
Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £3,000 to £15,000, depending on location, range and how many therapists, studios and private customers you serve. Check your costs and cash flow against these estimates.
What should I check before selling massage equipment and oils?
Check commercial lease terms, deposits and business rates, and get advice before signing. Look at shop insurance covering stock, public liability and contents, and check cosmetic product labelling and safety rules for oils and lotions with Trading Standards.
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