European Wax Center

The European Wax Center franchise is a leading beauty and waxing service concept that has offers customers a chance to feel beautiful inside and out. It was founded in 2004 and began franchising in 2006. Since then, it has expanded to hundreds of locations across the U.S. This is an attractive franchise opportunity because 65% of the brand's franchise owners have multiple locations. This means additional revenue for you and your business. Addiotnally, the support and training that is provided to you will ensure that your business succeeds. It is also the largest business in a booming, highly fragmented beauty and waxing service industry. 

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European Wax Center Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

The beauty and waxing service industry is a booming, yet fragmented industry. If you want to invest in an award-winning, industry-leading brand, then look no further than the European Wax Center franchise. What sets the brand apart from the competition is the way that customers feel after receiving a service from one of the brand's locations. The brand  was founded in 2004 and began franchising in 2006. Since then, it has expanded to hundreds of locations across the U.S. This is an attractive franchise opportunity because 65% of the brand's franchise owners have multiple locations. This means additional revenue for you and your business. Addiotnally, the support and training that is provided to you will ensure that your business succeeds. In terms of support and training, the franchise owner can expect a comprehensive training program that consists of 124 hours of on-the-job training and 35 hours of classroom training.
The support and training will last the entirety of your time with the brand. The average footprint of your location will be between 1,400-1,600 square feet. In terms of the initial investment, the franchise owner can expect it to range from $358,485 - $571,840. The owners can also expect a royalty fee of 6%. It is a a successful business model because of its devotion to forming genuine relationships, which contributes to the fact that about 80% of the brand's customers reputedly come back. This contributes to repeated streams of revenue. The franchise has been recognized as a top franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine, New Beauty Magazine, and may other industry processionals. 

Company Details

Founded: 2004
First franchise: 2006
International: No
Exclusive territory: No 
Canada: No
B2B: No
Headquarters: Plano, Texas

Support and Training Offered By European Wax Center

Franchise owners will be trained and supported the entire time they are with the franchise. They can expect more than 40 training sessions; assistance with site selection and buildout support; an online community to share the best practices of the franchise; and franchise business consultants who will be there for you whenever you need it. You will also be given marketing support and more to ensure the success of your franchise. 

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a European Wax Center Franchise.

What does a European Wax Center Franchise Cost?

European Wax Center franchise fees for 2024:

Initial Investment: $358,485 - $571,840
Royalty Fee: 6%
Net Worth Requirement: $1,000,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $45,000
Cash Requirement: $500,000
Third-Party Financing Options: Yes

Is European Wax Center a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. European Wax Center is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is European Wax Center a Home Based franchise?

No. European Wax Center is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do European Wax Center Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much European Wax Center franchisees make. European Wax Center offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is European Wax Center Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. European Wax Center franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is European Wax Center Looking for International franchisees?

No. European Wax Center franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see European Wax Center's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Hair Care & Beauty Salons, Health, Beauty & Nutrition, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

More than $250,000

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

European Wax Center Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing European Wax Center franchises for sale. We may have European Wax Center franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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