Uni K Wax Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

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32
+
10%
10%
Investment required

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$328,000 - $559,000
Revenue (AUV)

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$559,000
Undisclosed
Pro
+
n.a.
+
xx%
-xx%
n.a.
Initial franchise fee

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$45,000
Royalty fees

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7.00%
+
4.50%
Operating Profit

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n.a.

Pro
Franchisees

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32
+
10%
10%
Investment required

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$328,000 - $559,000
Franchise fee

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$45,000
Royalty fees

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7.00%
+
4.50%
Revenue (AUV)

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$559,000
Undisclosed
Pro
+
n.a.
+
xx%
-xx%
n.a.
Operating Profit

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n.a.

Pro

Uni K Wax: Redefining Natural Full-Body Waxing Excellence

Uni K Wax has earned a strong reputation as a leading franchise offering full-body waxing services for both men and women using natural products. The brand made its debut in 1993 with the opening of its first center in South Beach, Florida, and is now headquartered in Aventura, Florida.

Uni K Wax provides an extensive menu of services, from facial waxing to full-body treatments including bikini and Brazilian waxing, delivering personalized solutions to meet the needs of a wide and diverse customer base.

Franchising opportunities officially launched in 2005, allowing entrepreneurs to join the growing network.

What sets Uni K Wax apart in the beauty industry is its exclusive all-natural wax formula, carefully crafted to be safe and effective even for individuals with sensitive skin. Each studio prepares its wax fresh daily in an on-site lab, ensuring customers receive a gentle, premium hair removal experience.

Initial investment

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.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $45,000
Initial Training Fee $5,000
Training Expenses $1,500 to $6,000
Real Estate Management Fee $5,000
Project Management Fee $14,500
Site Survey $2,000 to $3,000
Lease Deposit & 3 Months’ Rent $24,600 to $68,000
Architect Fees $10,500 to $16,500
Construction & Leasehold Improvements $121,540 to $225,000
Signage & Digital Graphics $12,300 to $19,600
Furniture, Fixtures & Millwork $19,500 to $49,000
Startup Package $11,948 to $18,716
Technology Systems $11,155 to $13,900
Grand Opening Advertising $15,000
Utility Deposits $150 to $250
Licenses and Permits $1,500 to $2,500
Professional Fees $2,000 to $7,000
Insurance $1,500 to $3,000
Preopening Payroll $2,250 to $4,800
Additional Funds (3 months) $21,000 to $37,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $327,943 to $558,766

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Competitors

Franchise
Franchisees
Growth
Initial fee
Investment
Revenue
Gross Profit
Operating Profit
Industry

32

+
10%
10%
No growth
New

$45,000

$328,000

-

$559,000

n.a.

$559,000

Pro

90.2%

Pro

n.a.

Pro

Beauty

Training

Uni K Wax provides a comprehensive set of initial training programs designed to equip franchisees and their staff with the necessary skills to operate a successful Studio. The training programs are as follows:

  1. Orientation Training
    A 5-hour virtual session for franchise owners covering new franchisee orientation, real estate processes, project management software, and precertification preparation.
  2. Management Training
    A 5-day in-person training at the corporate headquarters and a company-owned Studio. It includes intensive instruction on daily operations, staff management, reporting, and customer service.
  3. Waxer Certification Training
    A 10-day training (5 days virtual, 5 days onsite) to certify Waxers on the brand’s proprietary waxing techniques and service standards.
  4. Onsite Preopening Training
    Conducted at the franchisee's Studio location, this training helps staff transition into live operations and reinforce learned practices before official opening.
  5. Bounce-Back Training
    This program offers post-opening support to help stabilize operations and address any early-stage performance gaps.
  6. Certified Waxer Instructor Training
    Designed for staff members who will be responsible for ongoing waxer training and recertification, enabling internal capacity for continuous training.

Territory Protection

Uni K Wax provides its franchisees with an exclusive territory that typically includes a minimum population of 25,000, though most territories are around 50,000. This exclusivity means the franchisor will not establish or license another Uni K Wax Studio within the defined territory during the term of the franchise agreement. The boundaries of this territory are identified either in the franchise agreement or after site approval.

While franchisees are protected from other Studios being established within their assigned territory, this protection does not prevent the franchisor from altering territory boundaries upon renewal.

Additionally, franchisees are restricted from using alternative channels like internet or catalog sales for marketing or sales both within and outside their territory. However, they are not restricted from soliciting customers from any location, meaning customer outreach is flexible despite geographical boundaries.

Number of units

2024
Franchised units

29

32

32

Company-owned units

2

2

2

Total units

31

34

34

Competitors

Sugaring NYC

Investment required
$199,000
-
$301,000
Franchisees
107
+
346%
346%

Waxing The City

Investment required
$311,000
-
$646,000
Franchisees
151
+
14%
14%

Tan Republic

Investment required
$112,000
-
$577,000
Franchisees
65
+
0%
0%

Sun Tan City

Investment required
$563,000
-
$884,000
Franchisees
160
+
-4%
-4%

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