IMAGE Studios is a standout salon suite franchise that empowers beauty and wellness professionals with sleek, contemporary studio spaces designed for independent business ownership—without the high costs of running a traditional salon.
Established in 2010 by Jason Olsen in Draper, Utah, the brand now operates out of its headquarters in Salt Lake City. By 2015, IMAGE Studios launched its franchising program, opening the door for entrepreneurs to tap into the booming beauty industry with a proven and supportive model.
The franchise offers ready-to-use, upscale studio suites to a broad spectrum of professionals—ranging from hairstylists and estheticians to nail technicians and massage therapists. This model allows them to build their own brands while enjoying a community-driven, professional setting.
What sets IMAGE Studios apart is its dedication to exceptional design. Each location features sophisticated details like European glass doors, open ceilings, and LED lighting, creating an inspiring environment that encourages creativity and success.
Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
IMAGE Studios provides a structured set of training programs designed to equip franchisees and their managers with the skills and knowledge necessary to operate a salon franchise. The types of training provided by the Franchisor include:
IMAGE Studios grants franchisees a “Protected Territory,” typically a 0.5, 1, or 2-mile radius around the approved salon. However, this territory is not exclusive, and franchisees may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned locations, or franchisor-authorized outlets.
The franchisor may adjust the territory upon renewal and reserves the right to operate or license other businesses, even competitive ones, outside the defined radius. Additional territorial rights require a separate Development Agreement.
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