{"product_id":"brow-bar-startup-costs","title":"Brow Bar Startup Costs: $72K CAPEX Plus Cash Runway","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-section text-1_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"line_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’re planning a US brow bar before the rent, payroll, and chair count are locked, so the first number to separate is \u003cstrong\u003e$72,000 of startup CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e from pre-opening expenses and working capital The first operating year assumes \u003cstrong\u003e15 visits per day\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e300 operating days\u003c\/strong\u003e, and about \u003cstrong\u003e$5425 per visit\u003c\/strong\u003e, but EBITDA is \u003cstrong\u003e-$59,000\u003c\/strong\u003e and break-even comes in \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 14\u003c\/strong\u003e These are planning assumptions, not vendor quotes, and the model also flags a \u003cstrong\u003e$824,000 minimum cash point in Month 24\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-section image-1_new_design\" id=\"main_article_image\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eEstimate Startup Costs with Calculator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-capex-calculator\" aria-label=\"Brow Bar Startup CAPEX Calculator\" data-locale=\"en-US\" data-currency=\"USD\" data-default-scenario=\"base\" data-export-filename=\"Startup CAPEX calculator.xlsx\" data-source-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-source-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-page-title=\"Brow Bar Startup CAPEX Calculator\" data-note-title=\"What this leaves out\" data-note-text=\"This calculator covers startup CAPEX only. It excludes working capital, payroll runway, rent reserve, deposits, debt service, owner draw, inventory runway, marketing runway, and other operating expenses or funding needs.\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-capex-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-capex-eyebrow\"\u003eStartup CAPEX Calculator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-capex-intro\"\u003eEstimates the capitalized startup assets needed before opening and excludes non-CAPEX funding needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-scenarios\" aria-label=\"Scenario presets\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"lean\"\u003eLean\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario is-active\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"base\"\u003eBase\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"full\"\u003eFull\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-layout\"\u003e\n\u003cform class=\"fml-capex-inputs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudio Build-out \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eLeasehold improvements, wall finishes, layout work, and other build-out items to quote before opening.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"studio_buildout_design\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Studio Build-out \u0026amp; Design\" data-capex-note=\"Leasehold improvements, wall finishes, layout work, and other build-out items to quote before opening.\" data-lean=\"24000\" data-base=\"30000\" data-full=\"36000\" name=\"studio_buildout_design\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"30,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eService Chairs \u0026amp; Stations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eTreatment chairs, workstations, and related station hardware sized to your opening footprint.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"service_chairs_stations\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Service Chairs \u0026amp; Stations\" data-capex-note=\"Treatment chairs, workstations, and related station hardware sized to your opening footprint.\" data-lean=\"12000\" data-base=\"15000\" data-full=\"18000\" name=\"service_chairs_stations\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"15,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReception Furniture \u0026amp; Signage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eReception desk, front-of-house furniture, and exterior signage to quote as one opening package.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"reception_furniture_signage\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Reception Furniture \u0026amp; Signage\" data-capex-note=\"Reception desk, front-of-house furniture, and exterior signage to quote as one opening package.\" data-lean=\"8400\" data-base=\"10500\" data-full=\"13200\" name=\"reception_furniture_signage\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"10,500\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePOS Hardware, IT \u0026amp; Security\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePoint-of-sale hardware, setup, software install, and security system equipment.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"pos_it_security\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"POS Hardware, IT \u0026amp; Security\" data-capex-note=\"Point-of-sale hardware, setup, software install, and security system equipment.\" data-lean=\"3600\" data-base=\"4500\" data-full=\"5800\" name=\"pos_it_security\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"4,500\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFixtures, Tools \u0026amp; Lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eMirrors, lighting, wax warmers, carts, sterilization tools, and other opening fixtures to quote.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"fixtures_tools_lighting\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Fixtures, Tools \u0026amp; Lighting\" data-capex-note=\"Mirrors, lighting, wax warmers, carts, sterilization tools, and other opening fixtures to quote.\" data-lean=\"9600\" data-base=\"12000\" data-full=\"15000\" name=\"fixtures_tools_lighting\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"12,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContingency Reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eCovers build-out overruns, install changes, and price swings on quoted assets.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-percent\"\u003e\n\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"contingency_reserve\" data-capex-kind=\"percent\" name=\"contingency_reserve\" type=\"range\" min=\"0\" max=\"20\" step=\"1\" data-lean=\"5\" data-base=\"10\" data-full=\"15\" value=\"10\"\u003e\u003coutput data-capex-output=\"contingencyValue\"\u003e10%\u003c\/output\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/form\u003e\n\u003caside class=\"fml-capex-results\" aria-live=\"polite\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-capex-tag\"\u003eTotal CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-total\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTotal startup CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-capex-output=\"totalCapex\"\u003e$79,200\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"fml-capex-result-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eSubtotal before contingency\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"subtotal\"\u003e$72,000\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eContingency amount\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"contingencyAmount\"\u003e$7,200\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eLargest cost driver\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"largestDriver\"\u003eStudio Build-out \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-chart\" aria-label=\"CAPEX cost category breakdown\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBuild-out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"studio_buildout_design\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 42%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"studio_buildout_design\"\u003e42%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eStations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"service_chairs_stations\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 21%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"service_chairs_stations\"\u003e21%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFront desk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"reception_furniture_signage\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 15%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"reception_furniture_signage\"\u003e15%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePOS\/Sec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"pos_it_security\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 6%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"pos_it_security\"\u003e6%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"fixtures_tools_lighting\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 17%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"fixtures_tools_lighting\"\u003e17%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-export\" type=\"button\" data-capex-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-note\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-capex-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat this leaves out\u003c\/strong\u003e This calculator covers startup CAPEX only. It excludes working capital, payroll runway, rent reserve, deposits, debt service, owner draw, inventory runway, marketing runway, and other operating expenses or funding needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-section_blog text-2_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"line_top_blog\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat does the Brow Bar screenshot check?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"\/products\/brow-bar-financial-model\"\u003eBrow Bar Financial Model Template\u003c\/a\u003e screenshot maps CAPEX\/startup expenses, depreciation, working capital, and ramp assumptions; review \u003cstrong\u003e$72,000\u003c\/strong\u003e before leasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eScreenshot highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$72,000\u003c\/strong\u003e startup assets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaunch timing by month\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonth 14\u003c\/strong\u003e break-even\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-section_blog image-2_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"preview-card\" data-preview-src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/brow-bar-financial-model-capex-financialmodelslab_93bc4126-855b-4e4c-9d8d-6fbc10a95c27.webp\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"preview-img\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/brow-bar-financial-model-capex-financialmodelslab_93bc4126-855b-4e4c-9d8d-6fbc10a95c27.webp?width=500\" alt=\"Brow Bar Financial Model capex inputs showing capital expenditure categories and customizable purchase schedules, letting users model salon fit-out, equipment, and startup investments for scenario-ready projections\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"preview-overlay\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"preview-btn\" type=\"button\" style=\"align-items: center; vertical-align: middle; display: inline-flex; justify-content: center; gap: 6px; line-height: 1;\"\u003e\nPREVIEW \u003csvg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" role=\"presentation\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"14\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M416 176V86.63L246.6 256L416 425.4V336c0-8.844 7.156-16 16-16s16 7.156 16 16v128c0 8.844-7.156 16-16 16h-128c-8.844 0-16-7.156-16-16s7.156-16 16-16h89.38L224 278.6L54.63 448H144C152.8 448 160 455.2 160 464S152.8 480 144 480h-128C7.156 480 0 472.8 0 464v-128C0 327.2 7.156 320 16 320S32 327.2 32 336v89.38L201.4 256L32 86.63V176C32 184.8 24.84 192 16 192S0 184.8 0 176v-128C0 39.16 7.156 32 16 32h128C152.8 32 160 39.16 160 48S152.8 64 144 64H54.63L224 233.4L393.4 64H304C295.2 64 288 56.84 288 48S295.2 32 304 32h128C440.8 32 448 39.16 448 48v128C448 184.8 440.8 192 432 192S416 184.8 416 176z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat is the biggest cost to open a brow bar?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biggest startup cost for a \u003cstrong\u003eBrow Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e is usually \u003cstrong\u003ebuildout at $30,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, and that can move fast if the space needs plumbing, lighting, mirrors, reception finish, signage work, or city inspection fixes. The next major asset is \u003cstrong\u003etreatment chairs and stations at $15,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, so buildout alone is about \u003cstrong\u003e2x\u003c\/strong\u003e that spend. After opening, expect \u003cstrong\u003e$4,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in base monthly rent, and the total will vary with station count and whether you add waxing, tinting, lamination, or retail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buildout costs most\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$30,000\u003c\/strong\u003e leads the budget\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace condition drives the bill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlumbing and lighting add cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCity inspection fixes can add delay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat changes the spend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$15,000\u003c\/strong\u003e covers chairs and stations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore stations raise setup cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaxing and tinting need more buildout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLamination and retail can expand scope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eHow much does it cost to start a brow bar?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eBrow Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e should budget around \u003cstrong\u003e$72,000 in launch CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e, then add cash for permits, deposits, insurance, onboarding, marketing, and working capital. The Year 1 model assumes \u003cstrong\u003e15 visits\/day\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e300 operating days\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e-$59,000 EBITDA\u003c\/strong\u003e, so cash runway matters as much as equipment; track the drivers behind \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/kpi-metrics\/brow-bar\"\u003eWhat Is The Most Important Metric To Measure The Success Of Brow Bar?\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLaunch budget\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$72,000\u003c\/strong\u003e researched CAPEX base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuildout and treatment chairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReception furniture and signage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePOS hardware and security\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCash needs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInitial retail inventory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermits and insurance binders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeposits, onboarding, launch marketing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eHow much funding does a brow bar need before signing a lease?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrow Bar should not sign a lease until it has funding for \u003cstrong\u003e$72,000\u003c\/strong\u003e of CAPEX, pre-opening costs, and working capital. The model also shows \u003cstrong\u003e$192,500\u003c\/strong\u003e in Year 1 payroll, \u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e a month in fixed nonpayroll costs, \u003cstrong\u003e-$59,000\u003c\/strong\u003e EBITDA, break-even in \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 14\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003e$824,000\u003c\/strong\u003e minimum cash point in Month 24.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFunding base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$72,000\u003c\/strong\u003e CAPEX base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$192,500\u003c\/strong\u003e Year 1 payroll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$5,500\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly fixed costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e-$59,000\u003c\/strong\u003e EBITDA in Year 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLease checks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValidate visits per day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck station capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock the wage plan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStress-test lease terms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eCalculate Fuding Needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-summary-static\" aria-label=\"Brow Bar Startup Cost Summary\" data-locale=\"en-US\" data-currency=\"USD\" data-default-scenario=\"base\" data-export-filename=\"Brow Bar Startup Cost Summary.xlsx\" data-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-title=\"Brow Bar Startup Cost Summary\" data-source-url=\"\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-summary-static-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-summary-static-eyebrow\"\u003eStartup Cost Summary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-summary-static-description\"\u003eStartup cost summary for the Brow Bar model, showing CAPEX buckets and excluded cash needs used for planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-actions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-scenarios\" aria-label=\"Highlight scenario\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario is-active\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"base\"\u003eBase\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-export\" type=\"button\" data-summary-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003csection class=\"fml-summary-static-metrics\" aria-live=\"polite\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric is-primary\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHighlighted CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"capex\"\u003e$72,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall data-summary-metric=\"scenario\"\u003eBase planning example\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric is-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eExcluded cash needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"working\"\u003e$824,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eOutside CAPEX total\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFunding need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"funding\"\u003e$896,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eCAPEX + excluded cash needs\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"fml-summary-static-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCost Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate-header\" data-summary-estimate-header\u003eBase Estimate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMain Cost Driver\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCAPEX Calculator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"27000\" data-base=\"30000\" data-high=\"33000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStudio Build-out \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$30,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eBuild-out scope and finish level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"20700\" data-base=\"23000\" data-high=\"25300\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment Chairs, Stations \u0026amp; Reception Furniture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$23,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eChair, station, and furniture count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"2700\" data-base=\"3000\" data-high=\"3300\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePOS Hardware \u0026amp; IT Setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$3,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eHardware, software, and install scope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"10800\" data-base=\"12000\" data-high=\"13200\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpening Retail Inventory \u0026amp; Professional Supplies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$12,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eOpening stock depth and supply mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"3600\" data-base=\"4000\" data-high=\"4400\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExterior Signage \u0026amp; Security\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$4,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eSignage size and security setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"is-excluded\" data-summary-row data-low=\"741600\" data-base=\"824000\" data-high=\"906400\" data-capex=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorking Capital Reserve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$824,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eCash runway to the Month 24 minimum cash point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill is-no\"\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfooter class=\"fml-summary-static-note\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanning note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ranges are planning assumptions; working capital and other non-CAPEX cash needs are excluded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eBrow Bar Core Five Startup Costs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eLocation and Buildout Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLease Before Buildout\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with the lease deposit and landlord rules, because they drive the rest of the budget. \u003cstrong\u003eMonthly rent starts at $4,000 in Month 1\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the space may also need landlord approval for paint, signage, plumbing, and layout changes. Ask what the rent covers, what the tenant must restore, and when inspection access is allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuildout Scope\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$30,000\u003c\/strong\u003e is the base research figure for studio buildout and design, plus \u003cstrong\u003e$2,500\u003c\/strong\u003e for exterior signage. That should cover paint, flooring, lighting, mirrors, treatment layout, reception area, plumbing adjustments, and inspection readiness. One line matters most: \u003cstrong\u003enot every location needs the same work\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk about second-generation salon space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for vanilla shell conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrice full renovation separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCut Waste Early\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassify the spend correctly: buildout may be \u003cstrong\u003eCAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e (capitalized buildout cost) or pre-opening setup, depending on the lease and accounting treatment. Get written quotes for each trade, then tie the budget to square footage, finish level, and landlord requirements. The biggest mistake is pricing a shell like a salon-ready suite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReuse existing plumbing where possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the reception area compact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelay nonessential decor purchases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eReady for Inspection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReserve cash for permits, landlord punch-list items, and final fixes before opening. If the site needs plumbing changes or extra electrical work, that can move timing and push Month 1 rent against a not-yet-ready studio. Buildout spend should be mapped to the opening date, not just the construction quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eEquipment and Service Station Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCore package\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe opening equipment pack is about \u003cstrong\u003e$27,500\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003e$15,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for treatment chairs and stations, \u003cstrong\u003e$8,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for reception desk and furniture, \u003cstrong\u003e$3,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for POS hardware and IT, and \u003cstrong\u003e$1,500\u003c\/strong\u003e for security installation. These are durable assets that support shaping, waxing, tinting, and lamination on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat it covers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cost covers treatment chairs or beds, technician stools, wax warmers, magnifying lamps, mirrors, carts, retail display, sterilization tools, waiting furniture, and the reception desk. Estimate it as \u003cstrong\u003eunits × quote per unit\u003c\/strong\u003e, then add setup, delivery, and install. The right total depends on how many stations you open and how large the retail display needs to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSize it right\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep this spend tied to \u003cstrong\u003enumber of stations\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eappointment flow\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eretail display size\u003c\/strong\u003e. Don’t buy extra chairs or oversized fixtures that sit idle. Start with the equipment needed to serve booked clients well, then add pieces only when throughput and retail demand justify the next purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eCash fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan this as \u003cstrong\u003epre-opening CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e, not monthly burn. It should sit beside buildout, inventory, and hiring in the launch budget, because the studio can’t open without usable stations, storage, and reception flow. The key question is not just price, but whether the setup matches the expected service volume from opening week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eLicenses, Insurance, and Compliance Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLicenses and Permits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRules vary by state and city\u003c\/strong\u003e, so price this as a local compliance package, not a generic fee. Build the budget from state board salon rules, esthetician or cosmetology licenses, business registration, sales tax permit, and inspection fees. Keep this out of equipment CAPEX and track it separately from monthly overhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInsurance and Ongoing Admin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonthly ongoing cost is $550\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003e$200\u003c\/strong\u003e for business insurance and \u003cstrong\u003e$350\u003c\/strong\u003e for accounting and legal. Add liability insurance, property coverage, and workers’ compensation where required. The clean way to estimate is months of coverage times monthly rate, plus any broker or filing quotes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrice coverage by policy type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm workers’ comp rules early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRenew licenses before launch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInspection Timing Risk\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspection delays can push cash needs later\u003c\/strong\u003e even when the studio is ready. Hold enough runway for rent, payroll, and compliance fees while waiting for approval. If the space is not inspection-ready, opening slips, but the monthly burn does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate one-time fees from monthly OPEX.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk about city and county review steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMap delays to rent start date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eCompliance Budget Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep license, permit, inspection, and insurance costs in a separate startup line so they do not get mixed into salon buildout or equipment purchases. That makes the launch budget easier to read and helps you spot what is fixed, what is monthly, and what can change by location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eSupplies and Initial Inventory Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat It Covers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening supplies are consumables, not equipment.\u003c\/strong\u003e This budget covers wax, tint, lamination products if offered, applicators, strips, gloves, sanitizers, linens, aftercare, retail brow products, and backbar stock. The source CAPEX is \u003cstrong\u003e$7,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for initial retail inventory plus \u003cstrong\u003e$5,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for professional supplies, while chairs, lamps, and other durable items belong in equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow To Estimate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild this from unit counts, quote prices, and opening weeks of coverage. Here’s the quick math: count each consumable, multiply by unit cost, then add retail opening stock and backbar needs. Use the \u003cstrong\u003eYear 1\u003c\/strong\u003e ratios to set monthly replenishment: \u003cstrong\u003e40%\u003c\/strong\u003e of service revenue for supplies and \u003cstrong\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e wholesale cost on retail sales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow To Control It\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep opening stock lean and separate service consumables from retail inventory. A higher lamination mix raises product control needs, so track usage by service type and reorder before stockouts. Retail and packages add \u003cstrong\u003e$10 per visit\u003c\/strong\u003e in Year 1, so watch take-home items and bundle mix closely. What this estimate hides is waste from overpouring and missed counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eBudget Split\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse two buckets:\u003c\/strong\u003e one for opening retail stock, one for professional supplies. That split keeps the startup budget clean, makes monthly replenishment easier, and stops durable items from getting buried in consumables. Track opening counts, then compare them to service volume and retail sell-through so you can see where product usage is running hot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eStaffing, Systems, and Launch Marketing Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePre-Opening Spend\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHire, onboard, train, and launch from one budget line. For Brow Bar, \u003cstrong\u003ehiring\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etechnician training\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003euniforms\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebooking setup\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePOS setup\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ewebsite\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003elocal SEO\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ephotography\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eopening promos\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eearly ads\u003c\/strong\u003e count as pre-opening expense unless they buy a durable asset. The fixed labor plan totals \u003cstrong\u003e$192,500\u003c\/strong\u003e in Year 1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStaffing Load\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s the quick math: \u003cstrong\u003eOwner\/Manager $70,000\u003c\/strong\u003e + \u003cstrong\u003eLead Arch Artist $60,000\u003c\/strong\u003e + \u003cstrong\u003eArch Artist $45,000\u003c\/strong\u003e + \u003cstrong\u003e5 Support Staff at $17,500 each\u003c\/strong\u003e = \u003cstrong\u003e$192,500\u003c\/strong\u003e. That is the Year 1 people cost before payroll taxes and benefits. One line matters most: staffing is the biggest fixed launch cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHire to booked slots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon’t overstaff pre-launch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack payroll by role.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSystems Cost\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003e$250 per month\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ewebsite plus IT support\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003e$100 per month\u003c\/strong\u003e, so recurring systems spend starts at \u003cstrong\u003e$350 monthly\u003c\/strong\u003e. Booking, POS, and site work are operating costs unless you buy durable hardware. The clean way to estimate this is months of coverage times the monthly fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBudget 12 months upfront.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate setup from subscriptions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep POS hardware in CAPEX.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eLaunch Marketing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpening promotions, photography, local SEO, and early ads should be tied to booking ramp, not wishful spend. Year 1 variable marketing is \u003cstrong\u003e60% of revenue\u003c\/strong\u003e, so \u003cstrong\u003e$10,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in sales supports \u003cstrong\u003e$6,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in marketing. If bookings lag, pace spend down fast so cash does not outrun demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eCompare 3 Startup Cos\nt Scenarios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-scenario-table\" aria-label=\"Brow Bar Startup Cost Scenarios\" data-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-title=\"Brow Bar Startup Cost Scenarios\" data-note-label=\"Planning note\" data-note-text=\"These are researched planning assumptions, not vendor quotes; use them to compare footprint, staff, inventory, and marketing before you price the launch.\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-scenario-table-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-scenario-table-eyebrow\"\u003eScenario table\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-scenario-table-description\"\u003eLean, Base, and Full scenarios show how station count, retail stock, and launch marketing shift startup cash needs for a brow salon. Base uses the sourced $72,000 buildout model and 15 visits per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-actions\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-scenario-table-export\" type=\"button\" data-scenario-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"fml-scenario-table-grid\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eLean, base, and full launch cost comparison\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-stub\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Scenario\"\u003eScenario\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Lean Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eLean Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eCompact studio\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Base Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eBase Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eSourced model\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Full Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eFull Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-warning\"\u003eScaled storefront\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Launch model\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-launch\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-launch-model.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eLaunch model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"A compact studio or booth with fewer stations and tighter service scope.\"\u003eA compact studio or booth with fewer stations and tighter service scope.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"A single-location brow salon built to the sourced operating model.\"\u003eA single-location brow salon built to the sourced operating model.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"A multi-station branded storefront with broader service scope and stronger launch spend.\"\u003eA multi-station branded storefront with broader service scope and stronger launch spend.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Typical setup\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-setup\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-typical-setup.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eTypical setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"One or two stations, minimal retail display, and lean launch spend.\"\u003eOne or two stations, minimal retail display, and lean launch spend.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Three services, $4,000 monthly rent, $5,500 monthly fixed nonpayroll costs, 15 visits per day, and Month 14 break-even.\"\u003eThree services, $4,000 monthly rent, $5,500 monthly fixed nonpayroll costs, 15 visits per day, and Month 14 break-even.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"More chairs, larger retail inventory, and heavier marketing across a bigger location.\"\u003eMore chairs, larger retail inventory, and heavier marketing across a bigger location.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Cost drivers\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-drivers\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-cost-drivers.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eCost drivers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Lower buildout; fewer stations; smaller inventory; lighter launch marketing; lower rent footprint\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower buildout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efewer stations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmaller inventory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elighter launch marketing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elower rent footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"$72,000 CAPEX; $4,000 monthly rent; $5,500 fixed nonpayroll; 15 visits per day; Month 14 break-even\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e$72,000 CAPEX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e$4,000 monthly rent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e$5,500 fixed nonpayroll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 visits per day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonth 14 break-even\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"More stations; larger buildout; higher inventory; heavier launch marketing; larger staff\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore stations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elarger buildout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigher inventory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eheavier launch marketing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elarger staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Planning range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-range\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-planning-range.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003ePlanning range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-subtitle\"\u003eCAPEX only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Lower-than-base buildout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003eLower-than-base buildout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eSmall footprint\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"$72,000\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003e$72,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eSourced base\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Higher launch budget\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003eHigher launch budget\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-warning\"\u003eScale capital\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Best fit\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-fit\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-best-fit.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eBest fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Founders testing demand with limited cash and simple operations.\"\u003eFounders testing demand with limited cash and simple operations.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Owners who want the modeled starting point and can fund the core setup.\"\u003eOwners who want the modeled starting point and can fund the core setup.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Operators aiming for a larger footprint and faster top-line growth.\"\u003eOperators aiming for a larger footprint and faster top-line growth.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-note\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-table-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanning note:\u003c\/strong\u003e These are researched planning assumptions, not vendor quotes; use them to compare footprint, staff, inventory, and marketing before you price the launch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"FinancialModelsLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49303682449651,"sku":"brow-bar-startup-costs","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/6191\/2762\/files\/brow-bar-startup-costs.webp?v=1782677396","url":"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\/products\/brow-bar-startup-costs","provider":"Financial Models Lab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}