If you are looking for information on the Lemon Tree Hair Salon franchise business opportunity, Lemon Tree Hair Salon franchises or Lemon Tree Hair Salon franchising, then you have come to the right place.
Join the Lemon Tree Hair Salon family! We don't just do haircuts. At Lemon Tree, we are a full-service salon for every family member, which means multiple revenue streams for our franchisees. With our commitment to quality, we only use Paul Mitchell products. This brand partnership delivers seamless ongoing training and support to our franchisees. So, what are you waiting for? Speak to our representatives today!
49 YEARS IN THE MAKING!
Over the last 49 years we have strived to build a full-service, family hair salon franchise that local communities would come to love and call their own.
Today, we believe the Lemon Tree hair salon franchise model is the strongest in the industry. We are excited to begin the national launch of our franchise opportunity and share our success with community and family-oriented entrepreneurs across the country.
There are many reasons to own a Lemon Tree Hair Salon franchise. Some of our Franchisees love the deep ties they create in their community. With our semi-absentee ownership model, other owners love the lifestyle this business affords them. Lastly, our owners love the fact the investment required to open a Lemon Tree Hair Salon is lower than many other salon and haircut franchises.
Low Cost
Flexibility & Growth
Semi-Absentee Owner Model
Simple & Scalable
Outstanding Unit Economics
"It's more than just belonging to a successful franchise. It's about being a part of a successful family of entrepreneurs."
CHRISTINE KYRO -Franchise Owner - New York
There are many reasons to own a Lemon Tree Hair Salon business. Unlike most other salon franchises, Lemon Tree is not just about haircuts. Lemon Tree is one of the few salon franchises that offers the full range of salon services that clients need.
Combine this with a relentless focus on providing industry-leading customer service, and you begin to understand why Lemon Tree has some of the strongest unit economics in the industry.
Value Priced
Full Service Salon
Serves The Whole Family
A Paul Mitchell Focus Salon
Incredible Growth - $62 Billion Hair Salon Industry, 7% Growth
Incredible Demand - The salon industry is one of the few industries that is recession-resistant. Regardless of the economic times, clients will need to get their hair cut and colored.
Decades of Salon Industry Expertise - Our management team has seen it all and is ready to support you building a successful salon franchise.
"We're looking for franchise partners who fit our culture, who value the idea of community, and who are driven to grow their business."
Jonathan Shaw - Lemon Tree President
Ideally, we are looking for partners who want to focus on running a business, not cutting hair. They are driven by success and want to grow into multiple salons while bringing clients in their markets a service unlike anything they have experienced before. Hairstylists with business acumen are ideal! They must love people, whether managing their team or providing great customer service. They are community and family-oriented and think and dream big. We are always interested in speaking with area developers, but we understand that some people start smaller and have a solid growth plan.
The information presented may have changed since first published. We recommend that you always verify fees, investment amounts and offers with the business opportunity directly prior to making a decision to invest.
1. What training and ongoing support do you provide?
You want to know what happens after you pay the initial fee. A strong franchisor provides comprehensive pre-opening training, site-selection help, operational playbooks, and continuous assistance with marketing, technology, and supply chains.
2. What is the total initial investment, and did actual startup costs match the estimates in Item 7 of the FDD?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) lists estimated startup costs in Item 7, but real-world expenses can run higher. Asking how closely current owners tracked to these estimates reveals if you need extra working capital or if hidden fees exist.
3. How do royalties and local/national marketing fees impact profitability?
You need to understand ongoing financial obligations-such as monthly royalty percentages and ad fund contributions-and evaluate whether the brand value and support justify cutting into your profit margins.
4. What are the common challenges new franchisees face, and how do you help them overcome them?
Transparent franchisors will openly discuss real hurdles like local competition, tight labor markets, or supply chain bottlenecks, and show you the exact playbook or field support they offer to solve them as well as allowing you to speak with other franchisees.
5. How many franchise locations have closed or left the system in the past few years, and why?
High turnover, store closures, or quiet franchise exits are major red flags. This question measures system stability, territory health, and whether the corporate team addresses struggling owners or lets them fail.
