Franchising with sugaringLA – FAQs
If you’ve been looking into opening a franchise with sugaringLA, we want to help prepare you for your new business venture. We’ve collected some of our commonly asked questions, so you can make sure sugaringLA is the right franchise for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is sugar waxing hair removal?
Sugaring is a hair removal technique that’s been around for thousands of years. At sugaringLA, sugarists use an organic mixture of lemon, sugar, and water to remove hair painlessly. Our Smart Sugaring™ technique involves working our sugar paste into follicles and removing the paste in the direction of hair growth, for a more painless removal.
What sets a sugaringLA franchise apart?
SugaringLA was founded on a method that utilizes organic, simple, and clean ingredients. We offer a healthier and more effective hair removal option. And once customers discover our service, they’re hooked!
Now, sugaringLA is ready to bring its services and products to more communities across the country. With an easy-to-operate, easy-to-scale business model that generates recurring revenue, an organic product line that truly works, and world-class support from a leadership team with more than 400 years of experience in franchising, now is the time to invest in sugaringLA.
What do I need to start my own hair removal business?
New franchise owners investing in their first franchise can expect an initial investment of $303,250 – $416,500. This estimate is for one sugaringLA franchise and includes the franchise fee, start-up costs, and three months of estimated operating expenses. Actual costs will vary depending on the geographic location, the final size of the shop, and a variety of other factors.
SugaringLA requires a minimum net worth of at least $400,000 with access to $150,000 in operating capital. This ensures that we’re the right financial fit for you. Learn more about the cost of opening a sugaringLA franchise.
Do you offer financing?
While we don’t offer direct access to financing, sugaringLA has close relationships with a variety of industry experts in financing, SBA loans, and 401K rollovers. Get in touch with our team to learn more about your financing options.
How much does a hair removal business make? Is a hair removal business profitable?
Your profit margin will depend on your market and the effort you put into developing your business. We recommend large territories with markets primed for sugaring businesses, maximizing your chances of success. As an emerging franchise in a rapidly growing market, sugaringLA offers owners the perfect opportunity to capitalize on the increasing popularity of sugaring.
Demand in the beauty industry is at an all-time high and growing, making this the perfect time to invest in a beauty-based business.
What makes a good franchise owner? Do I need previous experience?
While you do need a licensed esthetician on staff to perform services, no experience is needed to invest in and operate a sugaringLA franchise. Previous experience in the beauty industry is a plus, but not necessary.
Aspiring entrepreneurs with a passion for self-care and being part of an emerging new franchise make the best sugaringLA franchise owners. We recommend investing in a franchise industry you’re passionate about, because it makes it easier to put in the time and effort necessary to grow your business.
Our ideal candidates are interested in being involved in the wellness space, love the simple and scalable sugaringLA business model, and are excited about being part of an emerging system that’s leading the industry. We’re interested in potential owners who believe in organic, natural, clean, and sustainable beauty services.
What kind of training does sugaringLA provide?
SugaringLA has created a comprehensive training program made to make you and your team sugaring experts. SugaringLA and the Franworth team are always available to support you and help you grow your business for the life of the franchise.
What does training include, how long is training, and where does training take place?
Once you’ve signed a lease for your studio space, owners and GMs will undergo three days of business training in Ann Arbor, Michigan. We will teach you to master every aspect of the business model. This includes how to manage your team, how to use our POS system, how to manage inventory, how to market effectively, how to network in your community, and what makes our service offering so unique and our product line so effective. By the end of your training, you will be an expert in all things sugaringLA.
Two weeks before opening, in your sugaringLA studio, you’ll receive three days of virtual training on the sugaring process and sugaringLA branding. The week before opening, you and your staff will attend a two-day, hands-on sugaring and customer experience workshop at your studio location. You only need to observe to familiarize yourself with the process your staff will be using.
We also provide ongoing training modules through our online portal, The Lab. You’ll be able to solidify your in-person training and re-access these trainings whenever you need to.
How long does it take to become a wax sugarist who specializes in sugaring services?
While you don’t need to know how to apply sugaring, you will need licensed estheticians who do. Depending on your state, esthetician training can take between three months and one year, so we recommend hiring staff who already have their certifications.
We provide our sugarists with two weeks of training before the soft opening, one virtual and one in-person. Your esthetician staff will get hands-on experience with models and earn a basic certification. The next thirty days are a “soft opening,” with discounted services offered as estheticians practice and earn their advanced certifications. After opening, the two-segment training program is offered as needed to new hires.
Does sugaringLA provide marketing assistance?
Yes! sugaringLA helps you reach your community locally, while also building its national brand. Your marketing fees support efforts to drive sales and awareness. Your brand fund contribution supports the development of the brand, including website support, national SEO, collateral development, and ongoing brand awareness. We also support you with local marketing playbooks to provide the direction you need to succeed in your market. Our marketing strategies have been tested with the help of Franworth, our partner company with over 450 years of franchising experience.
Does sugaringLA guide new owners through building a store/salon space?
Not to worry! From day one, our corporate team not only helps you find the best possible location in your community, but also assists with the entire real estate process, including lease negotiation, construction, training, grand opening, and ongoing support for the life of the franchise.
How do I find a premiere location for my new store?
Our real estate team will work with you on every step, including identifying, examining, and assisting with lease negotiations. We use the latest technology and mapping software to review key data, demographics, and consumer purchase behavior to help you select your location.
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