Is SKIN EXPERTS by Brentwood Spa a good franchise to buy?

SKIN EXPERTS by Brentwood Spa shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19). However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

SKIN EXPERTS by Brentwood Spa

Skin Experts by Brentwood Spa franchises operate skincare spas offering services such as facials, along with sales of proprietary QUL skincare products, skincare equipment, devices, and other personal care products to the public at reasonable prices. The business model utilizes a standardized system including brand image, training, coaching, procedures, customer service standards, membership programs, and marketing requirements, typically in 1,400 to 2,500 square foot locations in Class A or B retail centers or conversions of existing spas. They target general consumers seeking professional skincare treatments and products.

$486K–$865K

Investment

Since 2024

Franchising

ServicesWest Hollywood, CAKul Holdings Inc.www.skinexperts.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$39,500

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$485,600 – $865,100

Low: $485,600High: $865,100

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

N/A

Brand Fund

2.00%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$5,000 – $5,000

Item 6 of FDD

$1,500/mo continuing fee + $3,500/mo local marketing; up to 2% general branding fund if implemented

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Data Based On: 3 franchisor-owned outlets

* The document provides 'AVERAGE GROSS PROFIT MARGIN ON SALES' as percentages (81%, 81%, 80%) for franchisor-owned outlets. It also provides 'AVERAGE PRODUCT SALES PER MONTH' and 'AVERAGE PRODUCT SALES PER CUSTOMER VISIT' in dollar amounts for these outlets. However, total gross revenue (including both product and service sales) is not provided, nor are any operating expenses, net income, or EBITDA figures. Therefore, it is not possible to calculate 'average_gross_revenue', 'median_gross_revenue', 'average_net_income', 'average_net_profit', 'average_ebitda', or a 'best_guess_profit_low/high' range based on the information given. The gross profit margins are percentages, not dollar amounts of profit.

Extracted Item 19 Section

How SKIN EXPERTS by Brentwood Spa Compares

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
SKIN EXPERTS by Brentwood Spa Current	$486K – $865K	$40K	N/A	0
SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT)	$289K – $475K	$30K	6.0%	1,754
SUPERCUTS	$186K – $323K	$40K	6.0%	1,701
DaVi Nails and Em Lash Studio	$61K – $144K	$65K	N/A	400
PALM BEACH TAN	$648K – $1.1M	$30K	6.0%	397
DAVI NAILS	$57K – $125K	$65K	0.0%	387
Beauty & Spa Services Average 49 franchises	$411K – $755K	$48K	6.2%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 49 Beauty & Spa Services franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2024)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States

1NE

2CA

Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a SKIN EXPERTS by Brentwood Spa franchise ranges from $485,600 to $865,100. This includes a franchise fee of $39,500.