Transform Your Salon into a Thriving, Stress-Free Business
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Running a salon today isn’t without its challenges. Rising costs, employment complexities, and the increasing pressures of running a profitable business leave many salon owners feeling stretched thin. Add to this the growing scrutiny from HMRC around rent-a-chair models, and the risks can quickly outweigh the rewards. At Lookable, we offer a smarter way forward—a partnership that lets you enjoy passive income without the headaches of traditional employment or rental setups
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At the same time, the hairdressing industry is undergoing a seismic shift. More stylists are choosing self-employment, drawn by the promise of freedom, flexibility, and control over their careers. Yet, many find themselves struggling to turn this dream into a sustainable reality due to the lack of structure, support, and client flow. Lookable bridges this gap by empowering both stylists and salon owners to thrive, creating a win-win solution for the modern hairdressing landscape
By partnering with Lookable, you’re not just outsourcing risk—you’re unlocking your salon’s full potential. Let us help you create a vibrant, profitable business that’s perfectly aligned with today’s trends
Why True Independence is the Future
How Lookable Overcomes the Risks of Misclassification
Lookable’s model is specifically designed to avoid the risks of misclassification, ensuring that stylists maintain their self-employed status while working within a professional and structured framework. Unlike the traditional rent-a-chair model, where stylists may inadvertently be treated as employees due to control over their work, Lookable franchisees operate under a clear business structure that defines their independence
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Maintaining Stylists' Autonomy
Our franchise model ensures stylists have the freedom to manage their schedules, client relationships, pricing, product use, client payment processing, and business decisions, just as they would in a self-employed capacity. At the same time, we provide a system with defined guidelines, ongoing support, and help to gain a steady flow of clients. These elements prevent stylists from being misclassified as employees. By maintaining this balance of autonomy and support, we help salon owners avoid the financial and legal risks associated with employment misclassification
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Full Compliance with Tax and Employment Laws
The Lookable model is designed to comply with all relevant tax and employment laws, including ensuring stylists are treated as independent contractors with the ability to operate their own business. This proactive approach minimises the risk of HMRC scrutiny and gives salon owners peace of mind that their partnership with Lookable is fully compliant, safeguarding both their business and reputation
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Risks of Misclassification in the Rent-a-Chair Model
Recent news highlights the scrutiny HMRC is placing on rent-a-chair arrangements in salons. A notable case involved Meghan Gorman, a hairdresser who successfully claimed employee status despite being classified as self-employed. Such cases, as reported by sources like the National Hair & Beauty Federation and the Hair Council, underscore the risks salon owners face with misclassification. HMRC may pursue back taxes, National Insurance contributions, and penalties if the self-employed status of workers is found to be improperly applied
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Protect Your Business with Lookable
By partnering with Lookable, salon owners can sidestep these risks entirely, knowing that our structured, compliant model ensures stylists remain independent contractors, not employees
Overall Benefits of Partnering with Lookable
Generate Revenue Without Employment Risks
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Shared Revenue Model: Receive 40% of the stylist’s income, which delivers significantly higher gross profit compared to employing staff.
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No Employee Liabilities: Eliminate the costs and risks of employing staff, such as holiday pay, sick pay, pensions, and redundancy
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Compliance Confidence: Avoid the pitfalls of employment law and VAT complexities often associated with traditional or rent-a-chair models
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Fill Chairs and Maximise Salon Capacity
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Lookable franchisees are helped to generate their own clients, benefiting from our Success Accelerator System (SAS) to attract new business, ensuring your chairs are always productive
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Maximise underused salon space, turning it into a reliable revenue generator
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No Hassle, Hands-Free Management
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All-Inclusive Setup: We handle the recruitment, onboarding, and training of franchisees, taking the pressure off you
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Ongoing Support: Lookable provides franchisees with continuous coaching, marketing, and business development support, meaning they stay motivated and productive without needing your direct involvement
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Boost Client Flow and Retention
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Our proven Success Accelerator System (SAS) ensures franchisees have the tools to consistently attract and retain clients, benefiting both them and your salon’s reputation
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Franchisees are equipped to deliver a professional and consistent client experience aligned with the salon’s branding
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No VAT Risk or Threshold Concerns
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Franchisees operate independently, keeping your income under the VAT threshold and eliminating the financial strain of VAT registration
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Strengthen Your Brand Without Losing Control
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Lookable franchisees work within your salon’s environment, maintaining your brand’s standards while benefiting from the proven Lookable framework
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The professional structure ensures franchisees align with the salon’s values, delivering high-quality services and enhancing your reputation
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Scalable Growth Without Upfront Costs
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Unlike traditional franchising, Lookable has waived the franchisee setup fee during our exclusive trial period, allowing you to onboard stylists with minimal risk
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Expand your salon’s earning potential without investing in additional staff or costly infrastructure
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Flexibility Without Commitment
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The Lookable model allows you to remain in control. If circumstances change, there’s no long-term commitment tying you to a rigid system
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A Win-Win Solution
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Lookable creates an ecosystem where everyone benefits: stylists achieve independence and success, while you earn passive income from a thriving, self-managed setup
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Summary
Lookable transforms unused salon space into a reliable income stream by enabling self-employed stylists to thrive with our franchise framework. Lookable gives you the opportunity to increase your salon’s profitability, reduce operational headaches, and avoid employment risks—all while elevating the standard of service your salon offers. It’s a win-win partnership that’s ready to transform your salon’s potential
Financial Benefits for Salon Owners
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Partnering with Lookable offers significant financial advantages for salon owners, especially when it comes to minimising risks while maximising potential income. Here’s how our revenue-sharing model works:
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First Month: During the first month, the proportion of salon revenue (50%) generated by the franchisee will go directly to Lookable. This allows for a smooth transition, contributes to the marketing costs and ensures that stylists are fully supported as they begin to build their client base and business
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Next Two Months: For the next two months, Lookable will receive half of the salon owners' revenue share. This provides an opportunity for salon owners to see how the model works while benefiting from a share of the income
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After Three Months: Once the franchisee has settled into the business, the revenue share shifts to 40% for the salon owner, with the stylist receiving the remaining portion (60%). At this stage, salon owners (and the franchisee) will pay a flat fee of £199 per month to Lookable for ongoing support, client generation, and the systems that power the franchisee's success
This structure ensures passive income for salon owners, with minimal ongoing effort or investment required on their part. With Lookable handling the business support, marketing, and systems, salon owners can sit back and enjoy a consistent revenue stream while focusing on other aspects of their business
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Additionally, all salon owners and franchisees must commit to a 12-month minimum agreement, ensuring stability and long-term growth for both parties. This model presents a win-win opportunity, offering salon owners the chance to diversify their income with little upfront risk, while empowering stylists to grow their own businesses
