How to get a salon and spa franchise

The trends in beauty and wellness industry are changing in the Indian subcontinent. The growth is supported by the growing awareness of the urban mass regarding natural rejuvenation methods. People are ditching artificial cosmetics and adopting natural measures to get their skin glow back. This is where the potential of a prospective salon and spa business lies.

Pollution and harmful lifestyle are contributing to the increase in skin problems. Majority of the population is suffering from various skin anomalies. The only way to ensure healthy skin and hair is via a good spa therapy. For the last five years, spa and salon franchising have caught good pace. As per a statistical survey, there are more than 2300 centers in India and the number is continuously growing. The survey also suggests that people, visiting here for a promising rejuvenation, are aged within 25 to 45.

India is a huge platform with a mammoth prospect for a salon and spa business. As mentioned earlier, the increase in awareness is boosting the growth of the industry almost by 25% every year. Till date, the estimated worth of the industry is around INR 11,000 Crore. Every now and then, a spa pops up in the urban corners of a city. Tapping the potential of this industry when the competition is less will be an ideal step towards a brighter future.

Opting for salon and spa franchise
A lot of arrangements need to be done in order to start a salon and spa business. When you do not have the opportunity, you can always go with the franchising options. The contemporary world has made it so easy to pursue your dreams of an entrepreneurship. You do not have to reach out to the resources as the resources will reach you. With the aid of this digital era, you can easily contact the support team of your choice of brands in order to learn about their franchising option. The increase in competition has also made the quotations and requirements feasible for the franchisee.

First, you need to decide whether you want to go for a unisex franchise or choose a particular gender. Based on this decision, you will find plethora of options for a franchise. Check the testimonials of the customers for the particular brands and make a list of prospective brands to contact first.

The next thing that you have to do is to figure out your budget so that you can find the right franchise in accordance with it. Most of the franchising brands have their own websites so that an enthusiast can get in touch with the management. You can either call or email. The support team of the brands will immediately respond to your query. The requirements of few brands are mentioned below.

• Lakme Salon
  The brand needs an area of 900 square feet or more and requires an investment of Rs. 50 to 60 Lac.

• Spa Palace
  This brand requires 1000 square meters of area and an investment of Rs. 20 to 30 Lac.

• Aura Thai Body Spa
  This is a premium brand that requires 1200 square feet of area and an investment of Rs. 1 Crore to 5 Crore.

• F Spa
  It is also a premium luxury brand that requires an area of 1500 to 3000 square feet and will attract an investment of Rs. 1 to 5 Crore.

All the brands offer a turnkey service for opening a franchise. From setting up the ambiance to staff training, every single aspect will be aptly taken care of. Most of the brands also provide local, regional and national marketing schemes in a single deal. Choose a brand wisely and initiate the plan in a prospective location.