Blo Blow Dry Bar franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Blo Blow Dry Bar franchise fee is $45,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $308,500 to $402,620, with about $65,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Blo Blow Dry Bar FDD.
What are the Blo Blow Dry Bar franchise fees and investment?
The Blo Blow Dry Bar franchise requires a franchise fee of $45,000 and a total initial investment of $308,500 to $402,620. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $45,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $308,500 to $402,620 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $65,000 |
| US locations | 101 |
| Industry | Beauty & Personal Care |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Franchising since | 2010 |
How does the Blo Blow Dry Bar investment compare with other beauty & personal care franchises?
Blo Blow Dry Bar's minimum investment of $308,500 is above the median minimum investment of $270,275 across the 175 beauty & personal care franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 76 of the other 174 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $45,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Blo Blow Dry Bar belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Blo Blow Dry Bar FDD?
Verify six parts of the Blo Blow Dry Bar Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Blo Blow Dry Bar discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Blo Blow Dry Bar?
These beauty & personal care franchises have the closest minimum investment to Blo Blow Dry Bar:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Waxing The City | $42,500 | $310,774 to $646,420 |
| Bishops | $40,000 | $313,100 to $634,480 |
| LaVida Massage | $39,000 | $313,250 to $529,500 |
| Sugaring LA | $60,000 | $313,250 to $431,500 |
| The Lash Loft | $52,500 | $316,646 to $560,895 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Blo Blow Dry Bar franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Blo Blow Dry Bar franchise ranges from $308,500 to $402,620, including a franchise fee of $45,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Blo Blow Dry Bar franchise?
Blo Blow Dry Bar lists a minimum of about $65,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Blo Blow Dry Bar locations are there?
Blo Blow Dry Bar reported 101 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Blo Blow Dry Bar been franchising?
Blo Blow Dry Bar started offering franchises in 2010 after the company was founded in 2009.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Blo Blow Dry Bar and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Blo Blow Dry Bar. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.