For Today’s Independent Women: Franchise Opportunities in the Beauty Industry
For women, franchise opportunities can present a great opportunity to gain financial freedom and independence. GIRLKIN Lashes is a woman-owned franchise committed to empowering women. Learn more about the GIRLKIN Lashes opportunity and how franchising can help women to get ahead.
Empowerment is in Our Name!
GIRLKIN Lashes was founded with the mission to advance other female entrepreneurs. We feel so strongly about it, it’s in our name. We are Gainful, Influential, Relentless, Ladies Keeping In-Network.
But what does that mean?
It means prioritizing progress and building greater opportunities for more women. We’re driving momentum that carries others along with us. And we’re focused and committed to our goals. We’ll never stop until we’ve achieved them.
Finally, we are KIN. We are family. We are Keeping In-Network. What we’re building is greater than any woman or salon or brand. It’s a powerful framework of amazing women and together, we’re unstoppable.
Why Women Franchise with GIRLKIN Lashes
We are committed to supporting the specific needs of women in franchising. We’re not generalists — our franchises are built from the ground up with women in mind. But our mission is to support all women, not just our franchise owners. That starts with our clients.
We love our GIRLies! They’re the backbone of our business. Without their love and support, GIRLKIN Lashes simply wouldn't exist. We pride ourselves on our 60%+ first-time customer retention rate. That’s more than double the industry average! From the moment our GIRLies walk through our door, they’re treated to a spa-like pampering that makes them feel like a queen.
As a Black-owned franchise for women, GIRKLIN Lashes has a finger on the pulse of Black-focused beauty. We understand the unique needs of our clients and ensure we use products that are designed for their skin and hair. Our GIRLies trust us to advise and recommend the best possible products, styles, and services because of our extensive training and knowledge.
Creating Career Opportunities for Independent Women
One of the most powerful ways we lift other women is by teaching them the skills to start their own businesses. We offer training courses that teach newcomers to the lash extension industry how to perform our services. Graduates from our training program are certified lash technicians. They can go on to employment at beauty salons or work independently. We offer select graduates a sign-on bonus if they’re invited to join the GIRLKIN team. And some women franchise their own GIRLKIN Lashes studios!
Our advanced and refresher training courses help experienced lash artists to improve their work or brush up their skills. Fashion trends in eyelash extensions are always changing, and it’s important for women who want to maximize their income potential to stay ahead of the curve. Women who really want to master every aspect of lashing can also apply for apprenticeships through GIRLKIN Lashes.
We’re Dedicated to Our GIRLKIN Lashes Franchisees
We believe the best franchises for women are women-owned and focused. GIRLKIN Lashes franchises are committed to offering women an opportunity to own their own businesses. Franchising can benefit women by giving them a blueprint that is proven to be successful and offers ongoing support and training.
Women franchising with GIRLKIN Lashes get exclusive access to our Confidential Operations Manual. Here, we document the procedures and policies that make GIRLKIN Lashes so successful.
When women franchise with us, our support and guidance starts on Day One. We welcome our franchisees to our flagship locations to learn all about how to apply lash extensions. We’ll give advice on site selection and build-outs. Our support doesn’t end after the grand opening, we will continue to answer questions and provide ongoing assistance.
New business owners often struggle with business management, quality control, and customer service questions. We’ve got the answers! That gives our women franchise owners an advantage over independent business owners who don’t have experienced support.
Why the Beauty Industry is Right for Women Franchises
The beauty industry is dominated by women. About 86% of cosmetologists and 88% of estheticians are women. The pay gap in the beauty services industry is also much smaller than in other fields, in part because it employs so many women. Female cosmetologists earn just 4% less than their male counterparts.
That’s still not equal, but it’s considerably better than the national average, which is 83%. Licensed female estheticians actually out-earn men by 1% (Zippia). That makes it one of the few careers where women financially outperform men.
Data from the Professional Beauty Association shows that about 60% of salons are women-owned. Women franchises offer an exciting opportunity for entrepreneur-minded individuals who want to join the beauty industry. As a female-dominated field, it’s a great place for women to make an impact and compete on equal terms.
At GIRLKIN Lashes, we welcome franchisees from all kinds of backgrounds. We think we’re a great franchise for moms, industry veterans and newcomers, and anyone with entrepreneurial spirit and determination.
GIRLKIN Lashes Could Be the Right Women’s Franchise for You
Do you believe in the potential of the beauty industry for female entrepreneurs? Are you excited about a company that prioritizes supporting female independence? If so, a GIRLKIN Lashes franchise could be the right opportunity for you. Contact us today to learn more about how you can join the GIRLKIN team!