About Firm Lab Franchise
Firm Lab is a body sculpting and aesthetics franchise backed by Beauty Lab USA LLC that offers non invasive body contouring treatments, skin tightening, and cellulite reduction services.
The brand has been franchising since 2021, entering the fast growing medical aesthetics market with a focused menu of popular body treatments.
The franchise fee is $42,500.
Firm Lab Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$212K
Average Investment
$371K
Maximum Investment
$530K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $42,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Weekly Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Monthly Gross Revenue (Local Marketing) + 1% of Weekly Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution, up to 3%) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $212,171 – $529,913 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $212K–$530K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Weekly Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (2% of Monthly Gross Revenue (Local Marketing) + 1% of Weekly Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution, up to 3%)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $42,500 | $42,500 |
| On-Site Trainer’s Travel Expenses | $100 | $2,500 |
| Your Training Expenses | $250 | $3,700 |
| Premises lease deposits | $0 | $20,000 |
| Utilities Deposits | $0 | $800 |
| Equipment Package Fee | $42,500 | $102,500 |
| Design and Architect Fees | $0 | $10,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements, Construction and/or Remodeling and Signage | $15,000 | $65,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Supplies | $5,000 | $60,750 |
| Exterior Signage | $500 | $8,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $0 | $750 |
| Computer Systems | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Security System | $500 | $1,500 |
| Initial Inventory Package | $18,079.13 | $31,369.35 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Professional Fees | $1,000 | $27,500 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Insurance | $800 | $6,000 |
| Operating Expenses / Additional Funds – 3 months | $56,942 | $107,544 |
| Additional Supplies | $0 | $6,000 |
| Initial Technology Setup Fee | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| 3 Months Technology Fee | $6,000 | $7,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then-current initial franchise fee or $25,000, whichever is greater |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then-current initial franchise fee or $25,000, whichever is greater |
| Technology Fee | $1,500 Monthly |
| Audit Fee | Cost of examination plus related expenses |
| Interest Charge | 18% per annum from due date, or maximum allowed by law |
| Non-Sufficient Funds Fee | $75 |
| Additional Training | Currently $650 per day per trainee, plus travel and other related expenses |
| Remedial Training Fee | Current trainer per diem rate ($650 per day) plus expenses |
| On-Site Location Evaluation | $2,500 |
| Relocation Fee | $3,500 |
| Interim Management Support Fee | 20% of Gross Revenue earned during interim management, plus all travel related and other expenses |
| Quality Review Services | Varies, up to $1,500 per year |
| Proposed Item or Supplier Evaluation Costs | $1,000, plus actual cost of inspection and testing |
| Indemnification | Amount of loss or damages plus costs |
| Reimbursement of Cost and Expenses for Non-compliance | Actual costs and expenses |
| Reimbursement of legal fees and expenses | Our costs and expenses, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees |
| Confidential Operation Manual Replacement Fee | $250, or then-current fee |
| Insurance Reimbursement | Amount paid by us for your insurance obligations |
| Taxes | Amount of taxes |
| Liquidated Damages | Up to 36 months of Royalty Fees and Brand Fund Contributions |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 5 days |
| Classroom Training | 6 or More |
| On-the-Job Training | 45 |
| Training Location | Virtual and/or Franchised Business location or another location designated by franchisor |
| Additional Training | Mandatory or optional additional training programs up to 6 days per year, and/or annual business meetings/conventions up to 9 days per year. Franchisee pays reasonable fees for tuition/attendance and all incidental expenses (travel, lodging, meals, wages). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Limited protected territory |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | 6-mile radius (suburban market) or ½-mile radius (metropolitan/urban market) |
| Description | Defined by contiguous zip codes or marked map, determined on an individual basis taking into account demographics, minimum numbers of households, household income, market potential, market penetration of similar businesses, and growth trends. Boundaries may include county lines, zip codes, highways. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then-current initial franchise fee or $25,000, whichever is greater |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must be in good standing (no more than 3 events of default), provide written notice 6 months before term end, execute a new franchise agreement (potentially with materially different terms), pay successor agreement fee, maintain location/trade dress/standards, execute general release, and comply with current qualifications/training. |
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then-current initial franchise fee or $25,000, whichever is greater |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor's prior written approval is required. Transferee must meet franchisor's standards, complete initial training, all amounts owed must be paid, execute a general release, subordinate claims to franchisor, indemnify franchisor for 3 years, and franchisor must approve material terms. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for various defaults, including insolvency, bankruptcy, failure to open on time, falsifying reports, ceasing operations, losing premises, failure to comply with laws, understating gross revenue, violating transfer provisions, misrepresentation, felony conviction, public health/safety threat, refusing inspection, unauthorized use of marks/confidential info, repeated defaults, insufficient funds. Some defaults are curable within 5 days. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the agreement and for 24 months after termination or expiration. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term: cannot divert customers, participate in competing beauty/skin care business, or harm goodwill. Post-termination: cannot divert customers, participate in competing beauty/skin care business within 20 miles of former Firm Lab location or any other Firm Lab location, or harm goodwill. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Personal supervision by the franchisee is recommended but not required. If required by state law, the business must be personally supervised by a licensed medical doctor. A general manager must be designated and approved by the franchisor, devote full time, and meet qualifications. Non-owner managers require prior written approval. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor is the sole designated supplier for all professional back bar products, private label products for retail sale, certain linens (including lab coats), introductory merchandising package, introductory marketing products/interior signage, and all required equipment. Franchisees must also purchase certain marketing materials from the franchisor throughout the term. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase all equipment, fixtures, inventory, supplies, and services from designated suppliers and contractors or in accordance with franchisor specifications. Franchisor maintains written lists of approved items and suppliers. Franchisees must use specified hardware, software, credit card processing system, and computer platforms. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | During the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, the franchisor did not earn any revenue from the sale of products and equipment to franchisees. The founder, Lauren Jannelli, has an ownership interest in the designated supplier for these products and equipment. The franchisor reserves the right to earn a profit from sales or rentals of products and equipment to franchisees in the future, and any rebates or discounts received may be kept by the franchisor. |
Firm Lab Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Firm Lab 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.
Firm Lab 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.
Firm Lab Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordFirm Lab 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.
Firm Lab System Growth
Total Units
2
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
2
Firm Lab currently operates 0 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
0
Net Income
$-60,836
Total Assets
$14K
Audited by KEZOS & DUNLAVY for year ending December 31.
Firm Lab Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Firm Lab franchise ranges from $212,171 to $529,913, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $42,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Firm Lab charges a royalty fee of 6% of Weekly Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a 2% of Monthly Gross Revenue (Local Marketing) + 1% of Weekly Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution, up to 3%) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Firm Lab 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 Firm Lab to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Firm Lab 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.
Firm Lab has been franchising since 2021. The FDD shows an investment range of $212,171-$529,913, a 6% of Weekly Gross Revenue royalty, and includes an 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 $42,500 and the total investment ranges from $212,171 to $529,913 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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