THE LASH LOUNGE
The Lash Lounge franchise operates upscale salons specializing in semi-permanent and temporary eyelash extensions, other eye-enhancing services, facial threading, and retail sales of private label cosmetic and skincare products under the THE LASH LOUNGE brand. Franchisees follow a proprietary system including specific design, operations, and marketing standards, with salons typically located in shopping centers or urban storefronts of 1,000-1,600 square feet. The target market is beauty-conscious women of all ages, primarily 25-60 years old, in an emerging eyelash services industry.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
6% royalty + 2% ad fund + $185/mo MarTech + $250/mo technology + $355/mo POS + $28-40/mo bookkeeping + $43-62/mo VOIP/email/software
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 121 locations (117 franchised, 4 company-owned) that operated for the entire Measurement Period.
* Calculated weighted average gross revenue from segmented quartile data: (31 units × $910,764 + 30 units × $614,539 + 30 units × $437,316 + 30 units × $271,139) / 121 total units = $561,351. The average for Q4 in the summary table ($281,139) differed from the average in the detailed Q4 table ($271,139); the value from the detailed Q4 table was used. Overall median gross revenue is the lowest value in Quartile 2 ($523,847), as it represents the 61st unit out of 121 total units when sorted in descending order of revenue, corresponding to the 'Low' value for Q2 in the summary table.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How THE LASH LOUNGE Compares to Other Beauty & Spa Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Beauty & Spa Services
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
THE LASH LOUNGE Current | $269K - $790K | $50K | 6.0% | 137 |
| 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 45 franchises | $397K - $729K | $49K | 6.1% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 45 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
+16 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for THE LASH LOUNGE franchisees (2015 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Primarily arbitration claims by franchisees alleging fraudulent and negligent misrepresentation of salon construction and pre-opening training estimated costs, violations of various state deceptive trade practices and franchise laws, seeking rescission and damages. All settled without admission of liability.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a THE LASH LOUNGE franchise?
The total initial investment to open a THE LASH LOUNGE franchise ranges from $269,063 to $790,080. This includes a franchise fee of $50,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a THE LASH LOUNGE franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a THE LASH LOUNGE franchise is $561,351. The median revenue is $523,847.
How many THE LASH LOUNGE franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, THE LASH LOUNGE has 137 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2010.
Can you get an SBA loan for a THE LASH LOUNGE franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for THE LASH LOUNGE franchises. Historical data shows 107 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for THE LASH LOUNGE franchisees, with an average loan amount of $288,936. The historical default rate is 6.5%.
Is THE LASH LOUNGE a good franchise to buy?
THE LASH LOUNGE shows several positive indicators: established brand with 137+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. 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.
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