Online massage supplies store

Licensed massage therapists, spas, chiropractors and physical therapy offices, plus private buyers who want gear for home use.

You buy at wholesale and sell at a markup. Repeat sales of oils, linens and disposables add steady income, while tables bring larger one-off sales.

• Product knowledge of tables, oils and equipment
• Basic online store setup and photography
• Customer service and order handling

• Sales tax registration and collection rules in your state and in states you ship to
• Check supplier rules on minimum orders, drop shipping and selling online
• Product liability insurance, especially for oils and topical products
• Heavy tables are costly to ship and return, so work out shipping and returns policies first
• Check labeling rules for any lotions or oils you sell under your own brand

Startup costs are typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on how much stock you hold, your store setup and whether suppliers ship directly to customers. These are estimates, so build your own budget from real supplier quotes.

Monthly revenue is typically around $500 to $4,000, depending on your product range, pricing and how many therapists, spas and home buyers you reach. This is an estimate rather than a guarantee, and revenue is not the same as profit.

Check sales tax registration and collection rules in your state and in states you ship to. Also check supplier rules on minimum orders and drop shipping, product liability insurance for oils, and labeling rules for any own-brand lotions.