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The Profit Margin Number Every Salon Owner Should Know in 2026
Most salons run on an 8 to 15 percent margin, but the well built ones hit 20 percent or higher. Here is how they get there in 2026.
June 15, 2026
—
Matt Beck
Why Retail Should Be 15 Percent of Your Salon Revenue and How to Get There
The average salon makes 8% of revenue from retail. The best ones make 15 to 20%. Here is the difference between those two numbers and how to close the gap.
May 29, 2026
—
Matt Beck
