Hair Salons

Hair salons offer multiple advantages as a business investment. These establishments provide essential services that customers need regularly, creating predictable revenue streams through repeat bookings. You can also expand your income through retail product sales, additional beauty treatments, and specialised services like wedding packages or colour correction.

“Hair salons represent a resilient investment opportunity with strong community ties and diverse revenue potential. The personal relationships built between stylists and clients create loyalty that translates into consistent business performance and growth opportunities.”

Business type

Our hair salons for sale range from small independent shops to larger multi-chair companies. Consider what type of salon suits your vision: a traditional hairdresser focusing on cuts and colours, a trendy urban salon offering the latest techniques, or perhaps a unisex establishment serving entire families.

Location

Location plays a crucial role in a salon's success. High street positions offer visibility and footfall, while neighbourhood salons benefit from local loyalty and lower overheads.

Other important factors

You should also think about the existing client base, reputation, and whether the current team will stay on after the sale. Don't hesitate to contact us if you need guidance selecting the right hair salon for your circumstances. Our experienced business transfer agents understand what makes a salon successful and can help match you with the perfect opportunity.

Buying a hair salon is more straightforward than many people expect. While you'll benefit from hairdressing experience or business acumen, the most important qualities are good people skills, an eye for trends, and commitment to excellent service.

We can help you identify a suitable salon, then guide you through the following steps:

- Evaluating the business and its potential

- Arranging viewings and meeting staff

- Securing appropriate financing

- Negotiating terms and price

- Completing all legal requirements

We'll provide comprehensive information to help you conduct thorough due diligence on the salon, giving you confidence about current performance and future growth potential.

- Around 75 years of experience

- Successfully sold more than 40,000 businesses

- Outstanding reviews from satisfied clients

- 25 offices across the UK

- Extensive knowledge of various sectors

- Dedicated team of specialists

- No upfront fees

Found a hair salon that catches your eye? Book a free consultation or get in touch to learn more. Our team will guide you through every step of the process. You can also sell your hair salon if you're retiring, relocating, or moving on to new opportunities. Please arrange a valuation to begin the sales process.

Is it worth buying a hair salon?

Yes, buying a hair salon can be a worthwhile investment. These businesses typically enjoy loyal customer bases and generate steady income through regular appointments. Success depends on maintaining service quality, keeping up with trends, and building strong client relationships.

What qualifications do I need to run a hair salon?

While you don't legally need hairdressing qualifications to own a salon, you'll need qualified staff to provide services. Some salon owners come from business backgrounds and choose to employ skilled stylists to carry out the hairdressing services. Suitable qualifications for hairdressing are typically gained through the following:

- Hairdressing Professional Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship

- Barbering Professional Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship

- Creative Hair Professional Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship

Alternatively, colleges up and down the country usually offer courses that provide the knowledge and skills to get started.

How do hair salons make money?

Hair salons generate revenue through multiple streams:

- Cutting and styling services

- Colouring and chemical treatments

- Beauty treatments and extensions

- Retail product sales

- Special occasion packages

- Chair rental to freelance stylists

What licences do I need to run a hair salon?

Operating a hair salon requires several registrations and certificates:

- Business registration

- Premises licence (if you’re offering certain beauty treatments)

- Music licence (if you want to play music)

- Appropriate insurance including public liability and employer's liability

- Hairdresser’s health and safety compliance certificates