The

5

best

Waxing, Tanning

franchises of 2026

Complete ranking by Growth & Profitability

Waxing franchises operate in the personal-care segment, offering repeat-visit services built around hair removal and skin treatments.

These concepts benefit from recurring demand, appointment-based revenue, and relatively streamlined operations, while outcomes are strongly influenced by payback speed, system scale, and sustained franchisee growth.

Below are the top 5 waxing franchises ranked on overall performance and system strength.

Waxing The City

8.1
/
10

Specialty waxing salon franchise offering a range of waxing services for both men and women, providing professional and comfortable hair removal experiences.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

All you need to know about this franchise

Franchisees

?

151
+
14%
14%
Franchise fee

?

$42,500
Investment

?

$311,000 - $646,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$489,000

+
-11.7%
-11.7%
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
8.1
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Waxing The City operates a boutique waxing studio concept with a recurring, appointment-driven service model.
Its ranking is driven by strong payback efficiency combined with solid system scale.

  • Established system with 151 franchisees
  • Moderate average investment (~$479K)
  • Efficient 0.98x payback
  • Stable franchisee growth (~14%) supports consistency

Uni K Wax

7.8
/
10

Uni K Wax is a franchise providing professional body and facial waxing services in a clean and comfortable environment, focusing on natural products and customer care.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

33
+
3%
3%
Franchise fee

?

$45,000
Investment

?

$330,000 - $584,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$610,000

+
9.1%
9.1%
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
7.8
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Uni K Wax specializes in exclusive hard-wax treatments with a focused service offering.
Its ranking benefits from fast capital recovery despite a smaller footprint.

  • Smaller system with 33 franchisees
  • Moderate average investment (~$457K)
  • Attractive 0.75x payback
  • Steady franchisee growth (~3%)

Radiant Waxing

7.5
/
10

Radiant Waxing offers professional waxing services, promoting smooth and hair-free skin through safe and effective hair removal techniques.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

All you need to know about this franchise

Franchisees

?

59
+
-13%
-13%
Franchise fee

?

$50,000
Investment

?

$388,000 - $555,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$553,000

+
-0.5%
-0.5%
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Our score
7.5
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Radiant Waxing provides full-service waxing studios with a national brand presence.
Its position reflects strong payback balanced against modest recent contraction.

  • Mid-sized system with 59 franchisees
  • Moderate average investment (~$472K)
  • Solid 0.85x payback
  • Slightly negative franchisee growth (-13%) weighs on ranking

Hello Sugar

7.2
/
10

Hello Sugar specializes in professional waxing services, offering a range of waxing treatments for hair removal, providing clients with smooth and flawless skin in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

?

87
+
200%
200%
Franchise fee

?

$50,000
Investment

?

$91,000 - $736,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$245,000

+
n.a.
n.a.
Operating Profit

?

14.1%

Our score
7.2
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Hello Sugar delivers modern waxing studios with a tech-forward customer experience.
Its ranking is supported by exceptional growth momentum despite slower capital recovery.

  • Growing system with 87 franchisees
  • Moderate average investment (~$414K)
  • Longer 1.69x payback
  • Very strong franchisee growth (~200%) boosts upside

Palm Beach Tan

7.0
/
10

Tanning salon franchise providing a range of UV tanning and sunless tanning options, promoting a bronzed and sun-kissed appearance.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

All you need to know about this franchise

Franchisees

?

397
+
14%
14%
Franchise fee

?

$30,000
Investment

?

$648,000 - $1,131,000
Revenue (AUV)

?

Undisclosed

$516,000

+
0.0%
0.0%
Operating Profit

?

15.0%

Our score
7.0
/
10

What WE LIKE

Here's the rationale for our score

Palm Beach Tan combines tanning and waxing services across a large national footprint.
Its scale supports ranking, though higher investment and slower payback limit efficiency.

  • Large system with 397 franchisees
  • Higher average investment (~$890K)
  • Longer 1.72x payback
  • Modest franchisee growth (~14%)

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