If you enjoy working with hair, and are an expert at attaching hair extensions, then this could be the beauty business idea for you.
You could create a mobile service and bring hair extensions to those people that want longer and/or thicker hair, but cannot or do not want to go to the salon to get it done.
You can provide this service in their homes, or where they work, - wherever they choose.
And you could charge $30 to $50 per customer, which does not include the cost of the extensions.
People are so busy now; they would love to have you come to them with this type of service.
Most professionals and people in the public eye know that their appearance is vital for their success, and they are also very busy people, so they are willing to pay extra for services brought to them.
Now this is one of those small business ideas that will require some investment.
Not only will you need your hair extensions in various colors and lengths, but also all of the needed supplies to work with hair, and attach the extensions firmly.
You will also need to have a reliable vehicle that you can carry all of your supplies in. But it can also be a mobile advertisement for you - some signage on your vehicle would be a great advertising for your business.
Don't forget gowns and mirrors for your customers also.
It’s also a good idea to have a camera, so that you can create a portfolio of pictures of 'before and after' the extensions have been attached.
This will also work well for reference purposes for you, being able to show examples of your work will give you credibility and help build your business.
Of course, you will need to be very organized also, make sure that you have an appointment book and give yourself plenty of time to arrive at each appointment.
Make sure that your customers know that you are on a very strict schedule also, so that they don't make you wait for them.
If they do make you wait, they will still have only the allotted time set aside for their appointment.
Make sure that you make this perfectly clear to them when they book appointments with you.
The nice thing about this type of service is that once their hair does grow out they will need you to return and re-attach their extensions or remove them.
So with this business idea you are guaranteed additional appointments and repeat customers if you do a great job.
You should also carry a few different books that show the various hairstyles that you can offer them, just in case they are ready for something new or different.
To advertise this service you could leave flyers at various companies that are close to you, or with-in an acceptable traveling distance.
Your main customer base will be people that are willing to pay for your services.
You could target professionals, the bridal market, talent agents (for their clients), beauty pageant and body building pageant participants, and any other market you can think of where people need to look extra sharp.
You could also offer to do your services for free at a bridal fair or fashion show to get some exposure and build up your business.
As an add on to this business idea you could also offer eyelash extensions applications, and even lace wig fittings if you have experience in these areas.
Because you will be traveling a lot, make sure that you keep meticulous records of all of your mileage, gas expenses, car repairs, insurance, registration, and car payments.
You will be able to deduct most of these expenses from your business taxes at the end of the year, as long as you keep very accurate records.
