Online hookah and accessories store

Adult shisha users who want better kit, replacement parts and gifts, and who prefer ordering online to visiting a shop.

You sell equipment and accessories at a margin over wholesale cost, with extra income from bundles and repeat orders for consumables.

• Online selling and basic website setup
• Product photography and descriptions
• Packing and posting orders
• Customer service by email or chat

• Tobacco advertising and distance-selling rules are strict, so check what you may promote or sell online, particularly tobacco products
• Age verification on orders and on delivery
• Glass and ceramic parts break in transit, so use good packaging and check your courier's terms
• Marketplaces and payment providers may restrict smoking-related products, so read their rules first
• Public liability and product liability insurance, and check any rules on working from home
• Consumer rights on returns and refunds for online sales

Estimates suggest typically around £2,000 to £10,000, depending on the range of hookahs and accessories you stock and how you set up your site. Good packaging matters, as glass and ceramic parts can break in transit.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £1,500 to £7,000, depending on your range and how you reach customers. Estimates suggest at least about 10 hours a week of work.

Tobacco advertising and distance-selling rules are strict, so check what you may promote or sell online. Also check age verification on orders and delivery, marketplace and payment provider restrictions, and consumer rights on returns.