Go from booth renter to salon owner.
A step-by-step salon business plan for your state, your concept, and your timeline that keeps you moving.
Your Plan
Salon
Every state does it differently. None of it's in one place.
So you're piecing it together from Facebook groups, state websites, and advice that changes depending on who you ask.
Salon Owners Support Group
"Do I need an Establishment License or just a Salon License? Someone said it depends..."
CA_Board_Requirements.pdf
52 pages • Updated 2023
County Health Department
"Health permits required. See local ordinances..."
California
"Barbering & Cosmetology Establishment License"
Texas
"Salon License"
New York
"Appearance Enhancement Business Registration"
BossWorks pulls it together into one plan built for your state and your concept.
Run the numbers before you sign a lease.
Compare booth rental, a salon suite, and your own space to find what works for your budget.
Booth rental runs $200–600/month, a salon suite runs $1,000–2,500, and your own space can mean $50K–150K+ upfront. We calculate your number based on your concept and your location.
Finance
Path Comparison
Show up to the bank with your homework done.
Build a pitch deck and business summary for your salon so you show up prepared.
Lenders want to see you've done the math. Your plan generates projections, startup costs, and a business summary you can walk in with. Business loans for salons are easier to get when you show up prepared.
Business Summary
Export Ready
Luxe Studio Salon
Business Plan Summary
Executive Summary
Salon suite specializing in color and styling services
Financial Projections
Funding Request
Keep everything moving at once.
From licensing to buildout to equipment to marketing, see what's done, what's in progress, and what needs attention.
You're juggling a dozen things on different timelines. Your salon management checklist tracks every task and deadline in one place so nothing slips.
Dashboard
Salon Launch Project
Handle the paperwork before it holds you up.
Know exactly what to file, where to register, and what coverage your salon needs.
Entity formation, tax registration, and insurance can stall your launch if you miss a step. Salon legal requirements vary by state. Your plan lays out what to do and when.
Legal Setup
Protect Your Business
Get the licenses and permits your state requires.
Your salon business license, local permits, and health inspection – all tracked to approval.
California calls it a "barbering and cosmetology establishment license." Texas calls it a "salon license." New York wants an "appearance enhancement business registration." We figure out what your state requires, what it costs, and where to apply.
Permits & Licensing
California Requirements
Fill your book before you open the doors.
Set up your online presence and build a waitlist for salon growth before opening day.
Salon marketing doesn't have to mean figuring it out alone. From building your Google Business profile to bringing your current clients with you, your plan lays out what to do and when.
Marketing Launch
Build Your Audience
Already have a salon?
Whether you're growing your space, adding services, or tracking your margins, we can help.
Grow your space.
Adding chairs, staff, or square footage? Your plan covers the buildout, equipment, and budget from start to finish.
Expand your services.
From new licenses to equipment to training, see what it takes to add nails, esthetics, or massage.
Know your margins.
See your revenue by service and where the money's actually going.
Your complete salon launch plan.
Every task, every requirement, every cost — personalized to your state and your concept.
Salon Launch Plan
Glamour Hair Studio
Business Structure
Complete3 of 3 tasks
Licensing & Permits
In Progress3 of 6 tasks
Suite & Equipment
Not Started0 of 5 tasks
Marketing & Launch
Not Started0 of 4 tasks
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about launching your salon.
Yes. Hair salons, barbershops, nail salons, esthetician studios, med spas, braiding salons, blowout bars — we've got you covered.
That's exactly what this is for. We help you compare your options, run the numbers, and build a plan to make the transition when you're ready.
Yes. BossWorks works across the US. Your plan pulls in the cosmetology board requirements, permits, and costs for your state and city.
Your personal license is just the start. Opening a salon means an establishment license, business permits, health inspections, insurance, and more. We help you figure out everything beyond your cosmetology license.
Update your plan anytime. Change locations, switch from booth rental to your own space, add services — your plan adjusts with you.
You focus on your clients. We keep you moving.
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