Salon Franchise · India

Salon Franchise in India, built for founder-operators.

TrimHub Salons is one of India's fastest-growing salon franchise networks. We partner with founders and investors to build premium neighbourhood salons across India, with playbooks, training and central support from an experienced operating team. Total salon franchise investment is ₹18 to 30 Lakh, target ROI is around 7.5% per month, and typical payback is 18 to 24 months.

Total investment
₹18 to 30 Lakh
Area
450 to 1,000 sq ft
Target ROI
~7.5% p.m.
Launch time
90 to 120 days
Quick answer

A TrimHub Unisex Salon franchise in India needs a franchise fee of ₹3 Lakh and a setup investment of ₹15 to 17 Lakh, a total of ₹18 to 20 Lakh + GST for a 450 to 600 sq ft outlet (larger formats scale to ~₹30 Lakh). Mature outlets target ~₹3.5 Lakh monthly revenue, ~₹1.5 Lakh monthly profit and an ROI of ~7.5% per month, with central marketing, training, technology and operating support included.

01 / Franchise formats

Three formats. One operating standard.

Pick the format that fits your city and property. Every outlet runs on the same playbooks, training and technology.

Compact
Neighbourhood unisex salon
Area
450 sq ft
Investment
₹18 Lakh + GST
Setup
Min. 6 staff, 3-phase power

Best for: High-street residential pockets with strong daily footfall.

Enquire about Compact
Standard
Full-service unisex salon
Area
600 sq ft
Investment
₹20 Lakh + GST
Setup
Min. 6 staff, styling + beauty rooms

Best for: Residential-commercial streets near cafés, gyms, grocery anchors.

Enquire about Standard
Large
Flagship experience
Area
800 to 1,000 sq ft
Investment
₹25 to 30 Lakh + GST
Setup
Expanded styling + spa / skin rooms

Best for: Prime high-streets and top residential catchments.

Enquire about Large

Ranges are indicative and vary by city, property condition, format and scope. Detailed commercials are shared during the discovery call.

02 / Unit economics

Clear numbers, honestly presented.

Directional benchmarks based on our operating experience with Lisa & Lars. Actual returns depend on catchment, rent, staff productivity and adherence to operating standards.

Compact
Area
450 sq ft
Franchise fee
₹3,00,000
Setup investment
₹15,00,000
Total investment (+18% GST)
₹18,00,000
Target monthly revenue (mature)
₹2.8 to 3.2 L
Estimated monthly profit
₹1.1 to 1.3 L
Target ROI
~7% p.m.
Royalty
₹20,000 / mo
Standard
Area
600 sq ft
Franchise fee
₹3,00,000
Setup investment
₹17,00,000
Total investment (+18% GST)
₹20,00,000
Target monthly revenue (mature)
₹3.5 to 4 L
Estimated monthly profit
₹1.5 L
Target ROI
~7.5% p.m.
Royalty
₹20,000 / mo
Large
Area
800 to 1,000 sq ft
Franchise fee
₹3,00,000
Setup investment
₹22 to 27 L
Total investment (+18% GST)
₹25 to 30 L
Target monthly revenue (mature)
₹5 to 7 L
Estimated monthly profit
₹2 to 3 L
Target ROI
~8% p.m.
Royalty
₹20,000 / mo
03 / Why now

India's grooming market is modernising fast.

Everyday luxury

Grooming is shifting from occasional to routine. The winner is the trusted neighbourhood brand.

Under-served pockets

Most Indian cities still lack modern, hygienic, reliable everyday salons close to home.

Young, repeat customers

Millennials and Gen Z expect consistent quality and book the same brand across cities.

04 / Central support

What we handle so you can focus on your salon.

Location & setup

Site scoring, negotiation guidance, layout and interior design standards.

Recruitment & training

Hiring pipelines, technical training and service-standard certification.

Central marketing

Brand assets, launch playbooks and always-on performance marketing.

Technology & reporting

Salon software, appointment stack and business dashboards.

Operating guidance

Monthly reviews, SOPs and problem-solving support from the central team.

Supply & partnerships

Curated product partners, negotiated rates and quality controls.

05 / Compare

How TrimHub compares.

  • Brand built by an operating team
    TrimHub Typical -
  • Transparent unit-economics upfront
    TrimHub Typical -
  • Modern, editorial brand identity
    TrimHub Typical -
  • Central performance marketing
    TrimHub Typical Sometimes
  • Technology stack included
    TrimHub Typical Sometimes
  • Monthly operating reviews
    TrimHub Typical -
  • Fixed royalty on revenue
    TrimHub Typical
06 / Ideal partner

Who we work best with.

  • Long-term commitment to a single outlet or a cluster within a city
  • Comfort with a hands-on, service-led business
  • Interest in building a neighbourhood reputation
  • Alignment with TrimHub's brand and operating standards
07 / Journey

From enquiry to launch, 90 to 120 days.

  1. 01
    Submit an enquiry

    Share your city, background and expectations.

  2. 02
    Discovery call

    A call with the franchise team to understand fit.

  3. 03
    Site & feasibility

    Location scoring, catchment study and commercials.

  4. 04
    Agreement

    Formal partnership and project plan.

  5. 05
    Build & train

    Fit-out, hiring and pre-launch training.

  6. 06
    Launch & operate

    Grand opening with central marketing and ongoing support.

08 / FAQs

Salon franchise in India, frequently asked.

How much does it cost to open a TrimHub Unisex Salon franchise in India?+

Total investment is ₹18 to 20 Lakh + 18% GST for a 450 to 600 sq ft outlet. This breaks up into a ₹3 Lakh franchise fee and ₹15 to 17 Lakh setup investment (interiors, furniture, signage, accessories, launch products and pre-opening marketing). Larger flagship formats of 800 to 1,000 sq ft can scale up to ₹25 to 30 Lakh.

What is the expected ROI and profit on a TrimHub franchise?+

A mature 600 sq ft outlet targets around ₹3.5 Lakh in monthly revenue and roughly ₹1.5 Lakh in monthly profit, translating to an ROI of approximately 7.5% per month. Actual returns depend on catchment, rent, staff productivity and adherence to operating standards. These figures are indicative, not guaranteed.

Do I need prior salon or beauty industry experience?+

No. We provide operating playbooks, technical and service training, hiring pipelines and ongoing central support. What we look for is discipline, a service mindset, availability and long-term commitment to your city.

How much area (sq ft) do I need for a TrimHub salon?+

A minimum of 450 sq ft on a prime, high-visibility location with 3-phase power and proper water connection. Our Standard format works best at 600 sq ft; flagship outlets go up to 1,000 sq ft.

How long does it take to open a TrimHub salon after signing?+

A typical outlet moves from signed agreement to grand opening in 90 to 120 days, subject to property readiness, licensing and hiring. Our project team runs a fixed timeline with weekly reviews.

How is TrimHub different from other salon franchises?+

TrimHub is built by an operating team, not a franchise-selling company. Every playbook, tool and standard is written from live salon experience. You get a modern, editorial brand, transparent unit economics and a central team that treats your outlet as their own.

Which cities is TrimHub expanding to?+

We are actively evaluating Tier-1 and fast-growing Tier-2 cities across India, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Delhi NCR, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kochi, Coimbatore and more. Share your city in the enquiry form and we will confirm availability.

What partnership formats do you offer, men, women or unisex?+

We offer Men, Unisex and Women-only formats. The right format is decided together based on your city, catchment, competition and property.

What ongoing support does TrimHub provide after launch?+

Central marketing, performance ads, technology stack, business dashboards, monthly operating reviews, refresher training, product sourcing and problem-solving support from the central team, for the life of the franchise.

How do I apply for a TrimHub franchise?+

Submit the enquiry form on this page. Our franchise team replies to every serious enquiry within two working days with a discovery call, followed by a site and feasibility review before any commercial commitment.

09 / Apply

Apply for a TrimHub franchise.

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