About ColorOnly Express Salons Franchise
ColorOnly Express Salons is a specialty hair care franchise focused exclusively on express hair color services.
The concept features a streamlined five step process using proprietary ammonia free, 10 minute permanent hair color formulated and dispensed on site by the brand's Express Mixing Machine Assistant called EMMA.
Services focus on root touch ups and all over color in a simple, contemporary salon setting.
ColorOnly Express Salons Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$286K
Average Investment
$385K
Maximum Investment
$483K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $54,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | The greater of (a) 7% Gross Sales from the previous week or (b) $250 of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently, 2% of Gross Sales. May be increased up to 3% of Gross Sales from the previous week. | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $286,172 – $483,072 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $286K–$483K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (The greater of (a) 7% Gross Sales from the previous week or (b) $250) and marketing fee (Currently, 2% of Gross Sales. May be increased up to 3% of Gross Sales from the previous week.) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $54,500 | $54,500 |
| Travel and Living Expenses During Training | $1,200 | $2,400 |
| Rent (three months plus deposit equal to one month) | $12,800 | $30,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements: Construction Costs | $50,000 | $160,000 |
| Computerized dye mixing and dispensing machine, “EMMA” | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee - Software Licensing Fee & Setup Fee (3 months) | $2,672 | $2,672 |
| Furniture, fixtures, and equipment | $40,000 | $60,000 |
| Initial Inventory of Beauty and Salon Supplies and Retail Merchandise | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Initial Inventory of ColorOnly colorants and enzyme developer | $8,000 | $14,000 |
| Exterior Signage | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Computer Hardware System | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Pre-Sale and Grand Opening Advertising | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| “Fast Start” 24 Week Marketing Program | $48,000 | $48,000 |
| Business Licenses/Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Insurance | $3,500 | $5,000 |
| Additional Assistance | $0 | $5,500 |
| Additional Funds - 3 Months | $25,000 | $50,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of then-current Initial Franchise Fee for new franchisees for a Control Transfer. 25% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee for all other transfers, plus any applicable broker or commission fees (other than transfers to an Entity formed to operate the Salon). |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of then-current initial franchise fee for new franchisees |
| Technology Fee | Currently, $699 per month, plus a $575 Management Software setup fee |
| Audit Fee | The cost of the audit, including any charges of independent accountants, travel expenses and per diem personnel charges |
| Local Advertising Contributions | At least $625 per week |
| Remodeling and Refurbishment | All costs and expenses for remodeling or refurbishment (not more frequently than every five years) |
| Cooperative Advertising | As determined by the Co-op, if one is formed in your area, up to 5% of weekly Gross Sales |
| Interest and Late Fees | Lesser of 1.5% per month or the highest rate permitted by law, plus $100 per week or portion of a week that the payment or report is overdue |
| Refresher Training Fees | Reasonable fee, currently, $250 per day per person trained |
| Conference Attendance Fee | Our then-current registration fee to attend any Annual Conference we designate, currently $500 per person |
| On-Site Evaluation Fees | Our costs and expenses in connection with the on-site evaluation |
| Insurance Premiums | Amount of unpaid premiums, plus a reasonable administrative fee |
| Product Purchases | Varies |
| Non-Compliance Fee | Up to $1,000 per notice of violation |
| Product/Supplier Approval Costs | Reasonable cost of inspection or testing plus actual cost of laboratory fees, professional fees and travel and living expenses of our personnel |
| Management Fee | A fee that we specify up to 15% of Gross Sales plus our actual costs and expenses (If in default); 3% of Gross Sales plus actual costs and expenses (after death or disability) |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Will vary under circumstances |
| Recruiting Fee | Currently $1,999 (optional) |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Four days |
| Classroom Training | 33.5 |
| On-the-Job Training | 0 |
| Training Location | Franchisor’s corporate location, or other locations we designate (currently online) |
| Additional Training | Yes, franchisor may require franchisees, managers, and lead colorists to attend supplemental or refresher training programs and annual conferences. A reasonable registration fee (currently $500 per person for conferences, $250 per day per person for refresher training) may be charged. Travel and living expenses are the franchisee's responsibility. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Up to 150,000 individuals, not exceeding a maximum diameter of six miles (or a three-mile radius) |
| Description | The Territory will consist of an area, typically a circle, surrounding your premises containing a population of up to 150,000 individuals, and will not exceed a maximum diameter of six miles (or a three-mile radius). This is for a single unit. Development Agreements grant an exclusive Development Area defined by zip codes, streets, landmarks, or county lines. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of then-current initial franchise fee for new franchisees |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee and owners must be in full and substantial compliance with all agreements, pay successor franchise fee, complete retraining, agree to territorial changes, sign current franchise agreement and general release, and remodel/refurbish or relocate the Salon to meet current standards. |
| Transfer Fee | 50% of then-current Initial Franchise Fee for new franchisees for a Control Transfer. 25% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee for all other transfers, plus any applicable broker or commission fees. |
| Transfer Conditions | Proposed transferee must meet franchisor's standards, terms of transfer must be satisfactory, transferee must complete training, refurbish/modernize Salon, assume all obligations, and sign current franchise agreement. Transferor must pay all amounts due, not be in default, sign a general release, and continue to be bound by post-termination provisions. Franchisor has a right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate for various defaults, including material misrepresentation, failure to open on time, abandonment, unauthorized transfer, conviction of certain crimes, loss of site possession, violation of non-compete/confidentiality, violation of laws, failure to pay fees/reports, failure to maintain insurance, failure to pay taxes, repeated breaches, failure to pay suppliers, failure to achieve Performance Standards, termination of other agreements, bankruptcy/insolvency, or failure to cure other defaults within 30 days. |
| Non-Compete Period | During term: anywhere. After termination/expiration: 2 years. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee and owners (and their immediate families, officers, directors) may not directly or indirectly own, manage, engage in, be employed by, advise, make loans to, act as lessor to, or support any Competitive Business anywhere. After termination/expiration, for two years, the restriction applies within a 10-mile radius of the Salon or any other ColorOnly Express Salons® in operation or under development. Competitive Business includes express hair color salons or entities granting franchises for such businesses, or any business where Confidential Information could be used to franchisor's disadvantage. Ownership of less than 5% of a publicly traded company is exempt. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Franchisee must designate a full-time, on-premises manager who devotes full working time and best efforts to daily operations, has completed franchisor's management training, and is not engaged in other business endeavors (except passive investments). The manager is not required to have an equity interest. Owners holding 15% or more of ownership must personally guarantee obligations. All owners and key employees must sign nondisclosure and noncompetition agreements. |
| Required Suppliers | Yes, franchisor or its affiliates may be designated as exclusive suppliers for certain items (e.g., Proprietary Products like hair dye colorants, enzyme developer, wet care line). Other items like salon layout design, furniture, fixtures, equipment, uniforms, supplies, marketing materials, forms, computer hardware, software, modems, and peripheral equipment must be purchased from designated or approved suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee must purchase all or nearly all inventory or supplies from franchisor, its affiliates, or designated suppliers. Products and services offered must be approved in writing by the franchisor. Franchisor may change specifications, designate items as optional or mandatory, and limit the number of approved suppliers. Franchisor also designates the supplier for salon layout design and much of the furniture and fixtures. Insurance coverage must be obtained from designated or approved carriers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor or its affiliates may derive revenue or other benefits from franchisee purchases and leases, including from charging for products and services they provide, and from promotional allowances, volume discounts, and other payments from designated or approved suppliers/distributors. In the 2022 Fiscal Year, no revenues were derived from required franchisee purchases or supplier rebates, but the right to do so is reserved. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease, or obligations. |
ColorOnly Express Salons Franchise Earnings — Item 19
ColorOnly Express Salons does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
ColorOnly Express Salons does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
ColorOnly Express Salons Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordColorOnly Express Salons has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
ColorOnly Express Salons System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
ColorOnly Express Salons currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
Public Figures (Item 18)
The following public figures are associated with this franchise: Fran Drescher
State Registrations
Registered in 16 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
ColorOnly Express Salons Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a ColorOnly Express Salons franchise ranges from $286,172 to $483,072, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $54,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
ColorOnly Express Salons charges a royalty fee of The greater of (a) 7% Gross Sales from the previous week or (b) $250 of gross sales, plus a Currently, 2% of Gross Sales. May be increased up to 3% of Gross Sales from the previous week. contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the ColorOnly Express Salons Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from ColorOnly Express Salons to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
ColorOnly Express Salons does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
ColorOnly Express Salons has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $286,172-$483,072, a The greater of (a) 7% Gross Sales from the previous week or (b) $250 royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $54,500 and the total investment ranges from $286,172 to $483,072 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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