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Some of my most successful startup companies are in the health or beauty niche. Browse our health and beauty business ideas below! 

Beauty Business Ideas

If you have a passion for helping people look their best, there are a lot of business opportunity that awaits. Explore some of the options below.

Opening a Barbershop: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Opening a Barbershop: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Carolyn Young

Published on November 4, 2021

Here are the most important things to know about when you are starting abarbershop: Location — Find a location with a lot of foot traffic,suc ...

How to Start an Eyelash Extension Business

How to Start an Eyelash Extension Business

Esther Strauss

Published on April 24, 2021

Key considerations to keep in mind when opening your eyelash extensionbusiness: Define your services — Decide on the types of services youwil ...

How to Start Your Own Lip Gloss Beauty Business

How to Start Your Own Lip Gloss Beauty Business

Carolyn Young

Published on November 11, 2021

When opening your lip gloss business, keep these essential aspects inmind: Market research — Understand the demand for lip gloss in yourtarge ...

13 Steps to Start a Profitable Makeup Business

13 Steps to Start a Profitable Makeup Business

Howard Tillerman

Published on September 24, 2021

When starting your makeup business, keep these essential aspects inmind: Niche —  Decide what makeup you plan to make and sell. Examples ...

How to Start a Nail Salon in 13 Steps

How to Start a Nail Salon in 13 Steps

Esther Strauss

Published on April 2, 2021

Pay close attention to these important factors as you establish your nail salonbusiness: Location — Choose a convenient and accessiblelocatio ...

How to Start Your Own Skincare Line in 13 Steps

How to Start Your Own Skincare Line in 13 Steps

Carolyn Young

Published on September 27, 2021

When launching your skincare business, keep these essential aspects inmind: Niche — ​​Decide on the types of skincare products you willof ...

A Step-by-Step Guide to Opening a Hair Salon

A Step-by-Step Guide to Opening a Hair Salon

Carolyn Young

Published on February 23, 2022

Here are the key factors to keep in mind when launching your hair salonbusiness: Good location — Choose a location with high visibility andfo ...

How to Start a Wig Store: Cost & Profit Potential

How to Start a Wig Store: Cost & Profit Potential

Carolyn Young

Published on March 4, 2022

Important points to remember when setting up your wigstore: Define your niche — Decide on the types of wigs you will offer, such as synthetic ...

Starting a Spray Tanning Business: 13 Key Steps

Starting a Spray Tanning Business: 13 Key Steps

Carolyn Young

Published on April 21, 2022

Key considerations to keep in mind when opening your spray tanningbusiness: Choosing a location — Select a high-traffic location with goodvis ...

A Step By Step Guide to Launching Your Own Perfume Business

A Step By Step Guide to Launching Your Own Perfume Business

Carolyn Young

Published on May 4, 2022

Important elements to think about when starting your perfumebusiness: Unique formula — Develop unique, high-quality perfume formulas.Consider ...

How to Start a Profitable Bath Bomb Business (with Checklist)

How to Start a Profitable Bath Bomb Business (with Checklist)

Carolyn Young

Published on May 11, 2022

Here is what you will need when starting a bath bombbusiness: Licenses — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates cosmetic productsun ...

How to Open a Tanning Salon: Cost, Location and Legal Aspects

How to Open a Tanning Salon: Cost, Location and Legal Aspects

Carolyn Young

Published on May 18, 2022

When opening your tanning salon, keep these essential aspects inmind: Choose a location — Select a high-traffic location with goodvisibility, ...

How to Start Your Own Microblading Business

How to Start Your Own Microblading Business

Natalie Fell

Published on May 18, 2022

Starting your microblading business? Here are the most vitalconsiderations: Location — Choose a convenient and accessible location for yourbu ...

Starting a Press-on Nail Business: 13 Simple Steps

Starting a Press-on Nail Business: 13 Simple Steps

Natalie Fell

Published on May 26, 2022

Consider these crucial factors when launching your press-on nailbusiness: Product range — Decide on the styles, designs, and types ofpress-on ...

How to Open Your Own Modeling Agency

How to Open Your Own Modeling Agency

Natalie Fell

Published on June 5, 2022

Here are the most important factors to consider when starting your modelingagency: Location — Choose a convenient and professional officeloca ...

13 Steps To Starting Your Own Aesthetics Business

13 Steps To Starting Your Own Aesthetics Business

Carolyn Young

Published on July 22, 2023

These are the key elements to think about when starting your aestheticbusiness: Niche — Decide on the types of aesthetic services you willoff ...

Luxe Lotions: Starting a Successful Body Butter Business

Luxe Lotions: Starting a Successful Body Butter Business

Carolyn Young

Published on June 23, 2023

Key details to focus on when starting your body butterbusiness: Formulation — Develop high-quality body butter formulations that meetcustomer ...

The Ultimate Guide to Opening Your Own Waxing Business

The Ultimate Guide to Opening Your Own Waxing Business

Carolyn Young

Published on May 9, 2023

Key considerations to keep in mind when opening your waxing business include these essentialfactors: Cosmetology or esthetician license —Ensu ...

Wellbeing and Wellness Business Ideas

The wellness industry is booming. Consumers are spending more on products that improve their health, fitness, nutrition, appearance, sleep. Here are potential business ideas.

13 Steps to Starting Your own Gym

13 Steps to Starting Your own Gym

Carolyn Young

Published on December 15, 2021

Here are the most important things to consider when opening agym: Location — Choose a location near public transportation and plenty ofparkin ...

How to Start Your Own Supplement Company

How to Start Your Own Supplement Company

Carolyn Young

Published on December 22, 2021

Consider these crucial factors when launching your supplementbusiness: Define your products — Decide on the types of supplements you willoffe ...

How to Launch a Self-Defense Training Business

How to Launch a Self-Defense Training Business

Carolyn Young

Published on February 1, 2022

Key considerations to keep in mind when launching your self-defense trainingbusiness: Define your services — Decide on the types ofself-defen ...

How to Start a Fitness Business: Key Considerations

How to Start a Fitness Business: Key Considerations

Carolyn Young

Published on March 2, 2022

Here are the most essential aspects of starting your fitnessbusiness: Location — Choose a suitable location that is easily accessible, withsu ...

How to Start a Massage Therapy Business in 13 Steps

How to Start a Massage Therapy Business in 13 Steps

Esther Strauss

Published on April 25, 2021

When establishing your massage business, consider these significantfactors: Licenses and permits — Get the necessary massage therapy licenseo ...

How to Start a Spa Business: 13 Steps to Open a Spa

How to Start a Spa Business: 13 Steps to Open a Spa

Carolyn Young

Published on February 23, 2022

Pay attention to these important factors as you establish your spabusiness: Location — Choose a location that is easily accessible, has goodv ...

How to Bottle and Sell Your Own Essential Oils

How to Bottle and Sell Your Own Essential Oils

Carolyn Young

Published on April 5, 2022

These are the key elements to think about when starting your essential oilsbusiness: Define your niche — Decide on the types of essentialoils ...

How to Start Your Online Personal Training Business

How to Start Your Online Personal Training Business

Carolyn Young

Published on February 5, 2022

Essential factors to keep in mind when beginning your online personal trainingbusiness: Define your services — Decide on the types ofpersonal ...

How to Start a Profitable Babysitting Business

How to Start a Profitable Babysitting Business

Carolyn Young

Published on August 9, 2021

Here are the most important factors to think about when you are starting a babysittingbusiness: Licenses and certifications — Some regionsmig ...

Healing and Harmony: Launching a Successful Reiki Business

Healing and Harmony: Launching a Successful Reiki Business

Natalie Fell

Published on May 18, 2022

Starting your reiki business? Here are the most vitalconsiderations: Services — Decide on the types of Reiki services you will offer, such as ...

How to Become a Certified Life Coach and Make Money

How to Become a Certified Life Coach and Make Money

Natalie Fell

Published on May 25, 2022

Consider these crucial factors when launching your life coachingbusiness: Certification — Get a certification from a reputable life coachtrai ...

How to Start a CBD Business in 13 Steps

How to Start a CBD Business in 13 Steps

Natalie Fell

Published on May 26, 2022

Here are the most crucial things you need to consider when starting a CBDbusiness: Licenses and permits — Some states or localities mightrequ ...

The Ultimate Guide to Opening a Yoga Studio

The Ultimate Guide to Opening a Yoga Studio

Carolyn Young

Published on April 13, 2023

Important elements to think about when starting your yogastudio: Location — Choose a strategic location with high foot traffic and easyaccess ...

From Playtime to Profits: Starting a Nanny Agency

From Playtime to Profits: Starting a Nanny Agency

Carolyn Young

Published on April 30, 2023

Important elements to think about when starting your nannyagency: Build a network of qualified and reliable nannies — Recruit experienced and ...

How to Start a Foster Home: Legal Requirements and Profit Potential

How to Start a Foster Home: Legal Requirements and Profit Potential

Carolyn Young

Published on June 5, 2023

Consider these crucial factors when launching your fosterhome: Foster care license — Get a foster care license from your state’s childwelfa ...

How to Open a Cannabis Dispensary (Complete Guide)

How to Open a Cannabis Dispensary (Complete Guide)

Carolyn Young

Published on June 2, 2023

Here are the most important factors to consider when you want to open a cannabisdispensary: Permits and licenses — Obtain the necessarypermit ...

13 Steps to Launch and Grow a Wellness Center Business

13 Steps to Launch and Grow a Wellness Center Business

Carolyn Young

Published on May 26, 2023

Here are the most important factors to consider when you want to open a wellnesscenter: Location and permits — Choose a location that iseasil ...