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
Franchisees
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87
+
200%
200%
Franchise fee
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$50,000
Investment
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$91,000 - $736,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$245,000
+
n.a.
n.a.
$xxx,xxx
Hello Sugar is a tech-driven hair removal salon franchise founded in 2015 in Mesa, Arizona. It is currently headquartered at 151 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ. The company began franchising in 2021 and has rapidly expanded with over 130 locations across the United States.
The franchise specializes in waxing, sugaring, and laser hair removal services. It offers a hybrid approach to hair removal, adjusting techniques based on individual client needs for optimal comfort and results. This model positions Hello Sugar as a flexible, customer-focused brand in the growing beauty industry.
What sets Hello Sugar apart is its emphasis on technology. The franchise integrates automated check-ins, AI-powered dashboards, and a centralized marketing system to streamline operations and boost client acquisition.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Hello Sugar franchise is $91,000 - $736,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Hello Sugar offers 2 types of franchises:
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Hello Sugar Suite Franchise
$90,984 – $127,914
Hello Sugar Flagship Franchise
$266,042 – $736,250
We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Hello Sugar flagship franchise.
For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$50,000
Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment
$21,630 – $33,479
Laser Equipment (Optional)
$0 – $6,000
Build-Out Costs
$93,349 – $377,662
Miscellaneous
$500 – $21,363
Contractor
$11,255 – $45,319
Initial Inventory
$28,074 – $48,668
Rent
$8,000 – $27,000
Software Fees (3 Months)
$2,609 – $4,734
Grand Opening Advertising
$5,000 – $10,000
Insurance
$1,400 – $7,000
Training Expenses
$13,200 – $15,000
Building Signage
$6,500 – $8,500
Professional Fees
$1,500 – $4,000
Business Management System
$0 – $7,500
Construction Management
$0 – $15,000
Design/Architecture/Engineering
$8,000 – $15,000
Permit Management
$0 – $4,000
Site Survey
$0 – $6,000
Additional Funds (3 Months)
$15,000 – $30,000
Total
$266,042 – $736,250
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Hello Sugar offers 2 types of franchises:
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Hello Sugar Suite Franchise
$90,984 – $127,914
Hello Sugar Flagship Franchise
$266,042 – $736,250
We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Hello Sugar flagship franchise.
For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$50,000
Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment
$21,630 – $33,479
Laser Equipment (Optional)
$0 – $6,000
Build-Out Costs
$93,349 – $377,662
Miscellaneous
$500 – $21,363
Contractor
$11,255 – $45,319
Initial Inventory
$28,074 – $48,668
Rent
$8,000 – $27,000
Software Fees (3 Months)
$2,609 – $4,734
Grand Opening Advertising
$5,000 – $10,000
Insurance
$1,400 – $7,000
Training Expenses
$13,200 – $15,000
Building Signage
$6,500 – $8,500
Professional Fees
$1,500 – $4,000
Business Management System
$0 – $7,500
Construction Management
$0 – $15,000
Design/Architecture/Engineering
$8,000 – $15,000
Permit Management
$0 – $4,000
Site Survey
$0 – $6,000
Additional Funds (3 Months)
$15,000 – $30,000
Total
$266,042 – $736,250
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Hello Sugar's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Hello Sugar had 90 total units in 2025, of which 87 were franchised-owned and 3 company-owned.
Hello Sugar offers a robust set of training programs for franchisees to ensure proper operation and adherence to brand standards:
Initial Management Training Program: This mandatory program must be completed by the franchisee’s General Manager and at least one Operating Principal before the business opens. It can be conducted in-person or virtually and covers brand introduction, procedures, systems, and operations.
Esthetician Training and Trainer Certification: Franchisees must ensure their estheticians complete required training, including recertification within 30 days of initial training and annually thereafter. Additionally, estheticians may be nominated for Trainer Training to become certified to train others, pending franchisor approval.
Additional Training Programs: The franchisor may mandate or offer optional programs like recertification, national meetings, and conventions. Attendance is required if deemed mandatory, with associated fees and travel costs covered by the franchisee.
Territory Protection
Hello Sugar provides its franchisees with a form of territory protection under its Franchise Agreement. Franchisees are granted the exclusive right to operate within a defined “Territory,” which is typically the lesser of an area encompassing 8,000 females aged 20-40 or a 3-mile radius around the approved location.
Additionally, for the first three years after signing a lease, franchisees receive an extra “Zone” around their location where no other Hello Sugar outlet, including company-owned ones, will be allowed to open.
This territorial protection is contingent on the franchisee remaining in compliance with the Franchise Agreement. If the franchisee is in default, the exclusivity may be compromised, and the territory could even be reduced.
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