How Much Does It Cost to Open Your Own Nail Salon?

[@EvenningASMR]

I got sooo lucky, it’s literally unbelievable. I was open for business within 3 weeks of signing the lease. I saw a salon in my city’s mall that shut down, I called the mall to see how much it cost. I got the funds, the equipment, redesigned, updated plumbing and permits and I was open in 3 weeks. I’ve been open for 3 weeks now and I’m somehow turning a profit 🤞🏽

[@bluemoon_love9798]

How did you get the funds 🥲

[@EvenningASMR]

@@bluemoon_love9798 loans. Been open 4 months now! Definitely worth it

[@EvenningASMR]

@@bluemoon_love9798 loans. Definitely worth it

[@UnaFamiliaMexicana93]

@@EvenningASMR seriously, how did you come up with the funds? And how much did it all cost you and what state?

[@EvenningASMR]

@@UnaFamiliaMexicana93 in Maryland. Coming up with money in a short period of time wasn’t easy. I took out a small loan, asked family, opened credit cards etc. There was a lot I wanted to have but couldn’t afford just starting. So it really was a bare bones salon. But 10 months in and I have three fabulous techs working with me. we’ve grossed nearly $80k and have made major renovations able to upgrade at least a few things every month! It’s a massive risk but it really is worth it if you put the time and sweat in. And by time and sweat, I mean some days it’s non stop, one client after the next, no food, no water, no bathroom. And I’ve had about 8 days off in the last 10 months.

[@eleannetholguin8594]

Started my own little studio with about $1500. Got second hand nail table, in excellent condition. A good light, a chair for my clients and was smart when buying products (Thank you for the sales, BTW). Little by little got the rest of my equipment. Still a work in progress, but I’m happy with what I have achieved so far. Did i mention i don’t owe a dime? Just spend from my profits and now i’m building a safety net of 6 months (between rent, material and “salary”).

[@Kinkinyorkiepoo2016]

You have to do some paperwork ?

[@karlagarcia1851]

Great for you! My type of women 🦾🥰✝️💅🏽work with what you got. Anything is possible,as long your willing to do the extra elbow work. To make it happen,it will! ☺️

[@karlagarcia1851]

What state are you in? 💭 because I just moved outta state, Compare estimate

[@dont375]

Amazing!

[@frinadoshi2535]

Hi can you please help me , I have a place for rent , can you please guide me I am planning to open up small nail studio and what can I start with ? Do I need do any legal process before starting.

[@kelleywood4498]

Don’t forget your business insurance! Even before I started school, I started stockpiling supplies that I knew I would need. Art stuff, glitters, brushes, efile bits, stuff that didn’t have an expiration date or that had a very long shelf life. I also began acquiring my furniture a bit at a time. It made it easier on my pocketbook. While I was in school, I drew up my business plan and started working on the details and finding out exactly what I needed in order to keep it legal. It’s still a work in progress. I am a mobile tech. Discovering new and safe/sanitary ways to transport my supplies can be challenging on busier days and at times, my car looks like I sell foot baths 😂 Other days, it looks like I have the biggest display of nail polishes anyone could ever stack in an SUV. It all depends. But that first thing I did before doing a service on any client after getting my license was to make sure I had insurance to cover my business, my products and most importantly, my services!

[@yunnibun0421]

Thanks for your advice

[@gothamglammed]

Thank you

[@lifewithlaniDUH]

what kind of insurance?

[@skyannebenjamin9250]

I am so blessed. I am sitting in my own salon listening this. My rent is $60 a month plus utilities. I have a Richard who did a lot of the work for free. Also my landlord did a lot. I live in a rural town in NW Iowa with a population of about 170 with surrounding little towns. My prices are low, but I have my license from state board. I never thought I could do this.

[@karlagarcia1851]

Insane 😮 $60 rent monthly? No way…. For the whole salon? Or your rent space.I’m sure it being such a small town etc reason being. What a blessing to have such a small bill. I paid that. For my dinner of 3 last night 😂

[@skyannebenjamin9250]

@@karlagarcia1851 my salon space is the only thing in the building. The rest is storage for the owner. He’s also my next door neighbor. Now that winter is here, utilities and rent are $300 a month. But well worth it. They keep it cold up here in NW Iowa!

[@vanitaraphael6439]

How the hell you are paying $60 a month, please tell me where ?

[@skyannebenjamin9250]

@@vanitaraphael6439 I rent from my next door neighbor. He owns the building and only asks that I pay for the utilities, which have gone up a bit since I opened. But he gives me a great deal. I also do his wife and daughter’s nails for free.

[@justatouchofblush-velma]

I’m currently 25k in and still got some more to go but it’s going!!!! No rent , 8 pedi chairs, 8 nail desks, 3 lash stations excited yet terrified I’ve been doing nails for 2 years😮🎉❤ pray for me plan o. Spending about 17k more work is getting done for free or just cost of supplies , hubby owns the building

[@andreakurjata8599]

I live in northern BC Canada. I reopened my business in 2018 and it cost me around $12,000. I already had some supplies, furniture and tools. The services I did were in my home and incl gels, mani, pedi and sugaring. I was expanding my business to go mobile and specialize in diabetic footcare, I also rebranded myself from several years earlier. The things I used the $ for were education, website, more tools, more product, curing lights, sundries (towels, files, etc) and insurance

[@arleenvazquez3389]

I,ve been buying nail items since 2017, when I got my nail technician certification, gel polishes, acrylics, tools, etc. I have spent aprox. $5,000 including 1 table, 2 chairs, air condition unit for the room, a yard storage hut to empty the room I will use for my business. But it is until today that I decided to start at a room on my home, still need some details, the plumbing for a pedicure sink and most important, an insurance to protect clients and my business. I must do this as a career this is my other pasion after working for 30 years as an Admin Assistant on pharmaceutical companies. You are the best instructors thank you YN specially Gregg, Habib, and Tracey we love you all❤

[@dorothylasorba2146]

I had a 30+ year career in dental, got bored and went to a nail tech program. I am in the process of making a room for myself in my home. I'm about $30k with construction, permits, product, etc. And I'm doing a LOT of the work myself. I'm exhausted. But SO close to opening my door!!

[@melissathun4979]

Started with myself and one other renter and spent around $1,000 to start a 350 sqft. salon. Two years later we moved to a 1,200 two doors down and renovation cost around $3,000, plumbing was the majority of the cost. I've got room for four stations but I only have one renter. We are both austic so I'm quite exclusive on who I rent too. I've dealt with a few renters that didn't work out and they only lasted a few weeks. I'm so happy I took the time to be an employee for 9 years, self employed for 13 and a salon owner going on 6 years! I think too many people take risks before they can see the big picture. Next unit to us was going to be a small sandwich place and had to stop on renovation because the pipes weren't to code for their operations and would have cost to much. I was bummed.

[@melissathun4979]

And presently expanding to retail and Academy for continuing education in all things nails, as there is nothing around us on the Southern coast of Oregon. 🤘💅

[@thesoftlife1033]

😍😍😍, thank you for sharing 💋💋💋. I have a high functioning autistic son. I truly believe he will do best self employed with absolute control over the environment he creates. He's only 8, but I am very serious about him having as a successful and independent future as possible.

[@melissathun4979]

@@thesoftlife1033 he will do great things in his life!! So happy to see a parent doing it right🥰

[@karlagarcia1851]

@@thesoftlife1033 Zakiya 🥰wishing you all the strength and your son the best in life. Lucky lil boy to have such a caring and smart mommy. God knows who is Meant to be our babies and why. My God continue to bless you all. My cousins son is also Autistic. We live in different states 😔 she’s mentioned that her immediate family doesn’t understand or she feels judged.!?🤷🏻‍♀️idk.. so she said she rather not be around. And when around she leaves Maximinio behind. To avoid a situation, how sad-must be a difficult situation. I’m aware how hard it could be. But I’m sure they have as many beautiful qualities as well. She adores her baby. Well I’m stop typing 😉 wishing you best. Sincerely

[@karlagarcia1851]

@@melissathun4979 hi Melissa I have. A 🙋🏻‍♀️ how much you pay monthly to rent your salon?and what state your in. Hope I’m not sounding too forward.

[@kathytarman2302]

You are so helpful to people who want to go into business for themselves. You all are great people. Thank you for all the help and advice for everyone.

[@neonlights3977]

Vee nailed it did a video on this said it ranged her around 80grand

[@teelee2130]

😳... Man, oh man! You better be serious about opening up your own business. It's sooo expensive! 😬

[@neonlights3977]

@@teelee2130 it really is and i wonder if people actually make the cost up considering a set of nails can range from 45-150 i always wondered the profit side and if it out weighs the debt in the long run !

[@neonlights3977]

@@teelee2130 it really is and i wonder if people actually make the cost up considering a set of nails can range from 45-150 i always wondered the profit side and if it out weighs the debt in the long run !

[@chicananails360]

She renovated a whole house though and converted it into a commercial building some of the issues she had were really expensive like redoing the concrete and redoing the venalation system inside the building. i think thats what costed her the most. Also i think she does pretty good since she rents out 3 rooms in the house which probably make up what she pays for the building monthly.

[@u2bleas]

I'm currently leasing a Unit in a strip mall for $2000 a month. I took out a 5 year lease. My cost was roughly $60,000 to start it up. I have 5 employees. 2 Hair Stylists, 2 Barbers and 2 Nail Techs including myself. I bought almost everything new. Some are used. I had to invest in 2 brand new Ped chairs. So many things to start up a business. Think twice people. Make sure you really want to own your own business. I'm 63 and have 2 more years on my lease. I've owned my business for 7 years now. I really am not ready to retire. I'm not rich either. So much paper work.

[@CulturedChick]

Can we chat? I’m interested in opening up my own salon as well

[@Joe_-qv2tv]

Really helpful! I'm a beginner starting my own nail salon. This video's been a huge boost and super inspiring - thanks a bunch! BTW, I've been using INFINITE GEL POLISH as I kick things off. It's a lifesaver for saving on gel polish costs, maybe this will help you guys too.

[@BestNailsWeaver]

I want to start my own Nail Saloon, this is very interesting content!

[@tiffanyhammond3103]

I jumped in and learned the lesson of "Grandfather" clause and the added cost of updating ventilation! After the tears and pain of having to close, before lift off, I learned SO MUCH AND IT WAS WORTH THE LESSON LEARNED. Rookie mistake never to happen again. Eyes wide open now. I believe before you invest in a business, it's the clients you have that will determine your success. You must have a loyal, dedicated list of clients. So buy a salon with the client book/database (retiring owner) and have your own following, if starting small. If you want multiple stations in a salon, more than 8, go commission all the way. Booth renting breeds negative competition with large numbers. I started with myself and two other colleagues and it was a disaster. They didn't show for booked clients, had no clients of their own it turns out and they didn't have to buy products with 70% commission to start and build to $75/week rental after 60 days. I learned a lot jumping in, but I can swim and float and learned none of it mattered without a stable clientele base.

[@KevinNYC1021]

Great information thanks for adding value to this post. I am an investor and looking to partnership with someone in the New Jersey area to start nail salon (s).

[@jenh3441]

Information was a little on a vague side. I understand no one can put an exact price of what it would cost as a majority of it depends on location, full salon or renting individual suites. With that said, it would be great if it was included in the description box things to put on that “check list” so others could see it and write it down.

[@karlagarcia1851]

Yup. Sorry but it was more babble babble then in depth. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@AmariJasz]

You should check this video out goes SOOOO in depth and gives you real numbers and actual prices it would really be kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJaYnJuujNp4mqs

[@elijahporter4558]

Agreed.

[@HectorBundyNails]

Incredibly happy to have stumbled upon your content and channel! It's wonderful and very informative, thank you!

[@norbert1866]

Thank you 🙏 very much for that beautiful information ,,, I opening soon my nail salon, in San Juan , Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@talklikeahick2u877]

I’m just learning to do my nails to have something to do since I became disabled. Spent 22yrs working in medical field and am bored as hell not being able to work. I love learning and trying products. Admittedly I really sucked at it in the beginning but am now getting the basics down. Want strong basics before I try to get all fancy and sh*|

[@nailzbynicolej]

Thank U guys love it … I will keep U posted !

[@thenaillife4466]

I have my own studio suite . Very affordable. It depends on location. Location location location. I’m fortunate to be on commercial property as well. .. like vee nailed it we had are both in the same city 💯

[@ninevehenweya567]

I would love to open a nail salon. I did the course just to know some basics, my plan is to own and manage only as I have another job. Am working hard to save to make this dream come true. Please someone tell me it’s possible ❤️

[@KA-vd9wm]

I started my salon at home and the education including products was €1500,-. The location, products and other necessities were about €2500,- to get started at the salon next to my home.

[@galacticwarrior7573]

Where should I start ? Loan or do I find a building and price products etc. then go try for a loan?

[@youngnailsinc]

That is something you will have to determine to make the best choice for your situation. You may want to start by talking to banks and see what your options are. This way you can be prepared when you do decide to get the loan.

[@kimberliwrobel9761]

Owning my own place is my nail dream. Paying close attention.

[@PalaceofHathor]

Is there a video on how much it cost to own a salon suite and how to set pricing for a suite.

[@youngnailsinc]

We have some great videos for you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eonWZoR7hMuIhbM kzbin.info/aero/PLbrhuNO154v28NPUu8SDeKm3j05IB1FxQ

[@roscko5624]

I never seen a lot of these things that are being talked about in any salon I’ve ever walked in lol like the handicap stalls and walls to separate pedicures, and last booth renting because most of the salons I’ve seen don’t hire any other race than their own, this is why I was so shocked getting into nails that there’s such a diversity in different nationality’s/races that can do nails! Trying to intern at salons that are local in the Los Angeles area is nearly impossible they just won’t do it. As crazy as that sounds it’s true they look at you like what are you doing here? Hahahaha Again, this is just my personal experience when visiting different local salons In my area.

[@karlagarcia1851]

Same things I always noticed.👀😔 true story When I finished my beauty Collge in the mid 90’s . Every salon I walked in own by a different race then mine. I got same response.& let me tell you I seen help wanted on 2. All where by owned by same race. So I started my own. Why I’m thinking as I’m typing maybe why others started opening thier salons. In those’ I see people from a few different races/cultures. Not saying only reasons people from different cultures opened salons. But might be one of the reasons…🤷🏻‍♀️ My uncle has several (Mexican food )restaurants and he don’t only hire Mexicans he hires who will work and work well. And that’s that it’s Mexican food,get me. I just relocated states. If I where to open a Salon 🥰✝️🙏🦾God willing 🤞🏼and could have enough clientele I would hire “who would seek employment & be qualified and do it well. Not by gender nor race. Who knows the reason people choose differently. Maybe the owners have their reasons. Maybe 🤔 justified who knows 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@hinata0132]

side note, imagine tracey and stan on HGTV lol =P i would watch it!. i love this video! very informative.

[@andrewc9902]

what is good small ( 6 chair) nail salon accounting and customer booking software that can help track customer satisfaction , referrals , tip history etc.

[@brandi6799]

This was great information. I hope to one day own my own salon

[@lolitasonja2923]

I found the perfect place but I’m scared because there’s no exit door 😢 any help please

[@youngnailsinc]

We recommend finding a place that suits your needs and you will be comfortable working at. In addition, make sure you are following all of the correct building codes and laws/rules set by your local state board for salon ownership.

[@kathytarman2302]

Great topic thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️

[@sharonhanks4696]

Started my business back in 1997. It was a hair salon. I lucked out and bought it from the woman I worked for. I bought it for 5k. I would NEVER get that deal today! My rent was sooo low! And they paid the water!!! Like I said you would NEVER be able to start a salon today for what I did. Even then that was unheard of! It was good to me and now I am retired from doing hair and now thinking about a nail salon. But, I know I'll never get started at such a low startup amount as I did with my previous salon. But,looking forward to trying out just doing nails.

[@karlagarcia1851]

Your right . Your prior boss was a kind hearted person. Who gave you compassion. God bless her for being kind hearted . Someone else could of been token over by greed! Keep in mind what she did for you when it’s some else’s time. Just saying . Plz don’t take offense

[@carmieanderson3593]

I started my salon(it was in my home) for $1000 in 1970. That included everything down to the bobby pins! Couldn't do that today! I own a different salon now which is not in my home.

[@karlagarcia1851]

It’s sad that making your own salon at home is so frowned upon. Seems the government wants their cut regardless. Excuse me for sounding so blunt or crude.

[@PepeFamBam]

@@karlagarcia1851 right working from home rocks

[@nenestone5884]

I’m in the middle of opening a full beauty bar and day spa I’m already 70k in 😅 also I have to pay a full year in rent upfront. 😩 nail side I’ve spent about 25k so far

[@necelashawn7850]

Oh wow 🤩 what area are you opening??? I’m opening one in the next year or 2 in the DFW area

[@modzfordayz7657]

Howd it go?

[@CallusFutura]

How’s it going

[@estherbaca]

Is this the same for salon suites

[@shapebyshana324]

Thank God y’all made this video I’ve been wondering about this exact question for weeks now😂

[@girlwithluv_and_ugh9975]

Any tips on how to find my own Stan?? 🤣🤣 Thanks for a very informative video.

[@kimberbell4238]

I leased a suite at Salon Republic. It still cost me close to 5k to get it furnished, decorated, and permitted. There's so many little things that you don't think of....... Towels, containers, cleaners, smocks, coal hooks, trash cans.... We have 3 manicurist and one hairstylist and we are in So Cal Like Tracy said....double what you think it's gonna cost ..

[@marbellayoung7546]

Can i ask how is it going?

[@rosanmiller7047]

What is the best nails drills and nails products to use for nails.

[@youngnailsinc]

Unfortunately, we can't speak on other products as we don't test them. All our products are available on our website, youngnails.com

[@n.a.a.r7051]

I found a large building where I live it’s all redone floors, wall,ac and heat all brand new…. It’s 950 so I’m getting it and just moving in and setting up shop…..it’s just the furniture and decor I need

[@youngnailsinc]

That's awesome! Congrats!

[@yvonnejapin6403]

Hi guys ! I have a question ? I’m from uk and I want to start my business in PA , USA I just want to know how to get a certification and license to have a salon business.

[@youngnailsinc]

You would need to contact the state board on that state about licensing and what you need to open a salon.

[@gymeni]

“A LOT.” - Me And mine is a one-person, 450 sf nail studio, by appointment only. But... I firmly believe that you have to spend money to make money.

[@Jennifer-bw8xq]

Can you make a video of what’s needed as an independent nail tech/ booth renter?

[@youngnailsinc]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3fXip5pYqaDq68

[@beenails6141]

About 8g to have my own shed outside my home and I have myself a Stan lol but his name is Mario 😂 that included my desk and storage paint and carpet and just about most of the stuff I need to do nails.... I’m still adding to my collection

[@chickyramirez8563]

Am I the only one that laughed when he said 4 stations lol It just sounded like a different persons voice lol

[@mpumin7785]

What an informative video ❤❤

[@preciousmoyo4146]

OMG i cant wait💃💃

[@mandicoleman7433]

What if u start out doing nails out of ur home?

[@nailswhope]

Look in "Biz Talk" playlist they've talked about it! I tried to drop link, it's blocked.

[@mandicoleman7433]

@@nailswhope I thought they had, I've followed them for a long time, but I couldn't quite remember. Thanks 😉

[@youngnailsinc]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5fIaIpmq5Kqpac

[@rosanmiller7047]

Do u guys have a school am in New York city

[@youngnailsinc]

We don't have school. We have zoom classes as well as OWC in person classes at our facility in CA. Both are for educational purposes only and not for official licenses or certifications.

[@jennyrivera2539]

Hello, i live in puerto Rico ,i would love for u guys to talk about in home salon im a register license cosmetologist and im certified in almost everything, my salon in registered iny home ,ideas in how i can get more customers to come to my salon ,im a disabled person with kidney hemodialisis,i have to work 3 days a week.my dreams r to get more clients or get a place outstandong ,but im afraid to run into a llt of$.my husband does everything so im placed in that part.THANKS

[@jennyrivera2539]

My home, my husband is my handyman

[@TheonlyKirindaMarie]

Get training, Work in progress. Be my own boss, Work in progress. Own my own Studio, Dream in progress..... taking notes.

[@necelashawn7850]

How about y’all just offer a class on how to open a nail salon 💅 from start to finish people would pay for that

[@kalontalons]

My studio was around 10k but mostly in products and I regret this “branded” desk it was not worth 1500… rent was 600 deposit and 1400 a month I do a little bit of everything so I have a lot of art options. I’ll never say I don’t need them. lol 😂

[@Denisemercadoo]

If we are talking about the same desk... I regret it too 😪

[@kalontalons]

@@Denisemercadoo it’s let’s say a designer but a last name … an over hyped brand… the desk is white with a glass top and dust collector that wasn’t flush so it was constantly in my way ended up taking it off and working around a large hole in my desk for ease

[@Tina-gh1km]

What about the taxes it takes half of the earnings

[@youngnailsinc]

I would actually recommend that you discuss this question with a tax professional. This way they can guide you in the direction that is best for you and your business.

[@missimani]

As far as the 5,000 goes that helped you open up your own salon, what all did you buy??? I would really love to know that would be a good start up video for us that want to go the inexpensive route of creating their own salon !

[@youngnailsinc]

When you're opening a salon, you have to start with the basics and the day to day products/supplies and then go on to the "extras"... Furniture and equipment (tables, chairs, pedicure station, efiles, dust extractors, UV/LED lamps, table lamps, towels) Products (disinfectants/cleaning products, acrylic systems, gel systems, polishes, gel polishes, manicure/pedicure products, files/tools) Art supplies Also consider other expenses to budget for (license fees, continuing education, rent, insurance, maintenance, etc)

[@tracyedwards2044]

What about a room inside of your home?

[@brandi6799]

There are still significant costs associated with converting that space into a salon. Plumbing, separate entrance and bathroom from the rest of the home, ventilation, are just a few things to consider

[@marlenerudd5433]

Back in 1999 I lucked out, I found a salon that wanted to incorporate a nail area. It was a small room off to the side with excellent ventilation 😁 I got all the paperwork, insurance, tables and products, even advertising done. Had everything set to open😁💖 The evening of August 13, 1999 (opening day) I was rushed to the hospital. I woke from a induced coma 6 months later, I had Guillain Barre Syndrome from a flu shot🤔🙄🤪😐 I lost everything. But I'm glad it was me that got sick and not my 2 kids😁💖

[@michaellaguirre5678]

Oh no!!

[@formersupermodel848]

I got started booth renting, in 1999. F

[@formersupermodel848]

Sorry, for about 600.00. Followed by daily or weekly trips to get supplies.

[@formersupermodel848]

Northern Indiana

[@erikamorales2357]

I got a Stan 🥰

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️

[@heidyveras6883]

The way she provides this information is honestly not even clear, is not really realistic or organized.. hard to grasp if there is something she wants to teach..

[@piperjaycie]

Yes & No 😊

[@jacquelinebanks1660]

Yes ,lol , jump in method,

[@bhashimi55]

This was the biggest waste of time. It sounds like you're scaring people and this is so demotivating.

[@youngnailsinc]

Thank you for the feedback, we will let the team know.

[@joshjulian6793]

I agree, I would appreciate it if they kept it more short and simple instead of rambling

[@curlydash4993]

Does Tracey have her own salon? Or does she work with you? Because I though she worked for or with you? 🤔

[@debijusnailzz2021]

She works for YN. She used to have her own salon

[@curlydash4993]

@@debijusnailzz2021 thank you! Was confused because she said she opened her own salon and I was like does she work for young nails? did she leave 😱? What’s the deal? 😅 But you clarified it. Thank you! 😊

[@DerrickWe]

Please get to the point, to much joking and stories, get to the point first and provided the info you are offering quicker.

[@youngnailsinc]

Thank you for the feedback, we will let the team know.

[@BrianErickson-eo2xr]

lets go start in this stage!