L.A. Tan vs European Wax Centers Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of L.A. Tan vs European Wax Centers including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
L.A. Tan Franchise
European Wax Centers Franchise
Investment $237,850 - $594,400$359,660 - $564,515
Franchise Fee N/A$45,000
Royalty Fee -6%
Advertising Fee -3%
Year Founded 20011975
Year Franchised 20011975
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Business Experience Requirements
 
L.A. Tan Franchise
European Wax Centers Franchise
Experience -* We are looking for energetic , creative , hard working individuals that will embrace our philosophy , policies ,procedures and programs that have already proven effective . * We are searching for those that have a craving for success . * Detail oriented people that see a vision and know that there is always room for change and improvement . * People who believe that education , continuous evaluation and recognition are key tools in the success of any organization . * Individuals who are inspired by and can participate in new ideas , suggestions and comments .

Financing Options
 
L.A. Tan Franchise
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Training & Support
 
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Expansion Plans
 
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Company Overviews

About L.A. Tan

L.A. Tan is the fastest growing and most successful tanning salon chain in the U.S. The company's entry in spa and strategic alliances with its vendors has put L.A. Tan far ahead of its competitors.L.A. Tan has established a successful franchising model for its tanning business. The corporate management team, the brand name and the guidance of its CEO, gives each franchisee all the tools that are needed to bring success to their business. L.A. Tan offers an exciting and profitable business opportunity for those who want to become business owners or for those who are just looking for additional sources of income. Its plan is designed to be an "absentee owner" business model. This means, that instead of spending all of their time in the salon helping customers and performing labor duties, the franchisees will have more free time to explore more enjoyable interests. The goal of the company is that all the franchisees should have an enjoyable, profitable, and exciting entrepreneurial venture.

About European Wax Centers

European Wax Center began as a department within a second generation family owned salon located in Aventura, FL. The founders, David and Joshua Coba, spent over 10 years refining every aspect of the company before evolving into a stand-alone wax only facility. Today, European Wax Center is recognized by its guests as a premier provider and has evolved into a true multi-location corporate entity with such elite features as a Centralized Guest Reservation Center and a licensed in-house education staff. Our focus is not merely servicing our guests. We strive to create a behind the scenes environment that promotes better work habits, higher sales, increased guest loyalty, easier management, and a well run machine that can virtually operate and grow on its own. At European Wax Center our focal point is P.R.I.D.E. PROVIDE a whole new dimension of franchise RAISE the bar in image, structure, organization, technology, education, guest service and marketing INSPIRE ideas, suggestions and comments DEDICATED to facilitate the relationships within and the continued growth of the entire franchise network EDUCATE, evaluate and recognize. We offer a high-end environment at an extremely competitive price point. Our strong corporate image and brand is well known throughout South Florida as we service thousands of satisfied guests each and every month. Our company has extremely solid footing with regards to systems, structure, organization, state of the art information technology, and associate education. European Wax Center will be awarding franchises to a select number of qualified individuals.

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