goGLOW franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The goGLOW franchise fee is $60,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $373,050 to $455,350, with about $80,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the goGLOW FDD.
What are the goGLOW franchise fees and investment?
The goGLOW franchise requires a franchise fee of $60,000 and a total initial investment of $373,050 to $455,350. 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) | $60,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $373,050 to $455,350 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $80,000 |
| US locations | 10 |
| Industry | Beauty & Personal Care |
| Headquarters | Edina, Minnesota |
| Founded | 2021 |
| Franchising since | 2021 |
How does the goGLOW investment compare with other beauty & personal care franchises?
goGLOW's minimum investment of $373,050 is above the median minimum investment of $270,275 across the 175 beauty & personal care franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 56 of the other 174 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $60,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, goGLOW belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the goGLOW FDD?
Verify six parts of the goGLOW 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 goGLOW 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 goGLOW?
These beauty & personal care franchises have the closest minimum investment to goGLOW:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| The Ten Spot | $50,000 | $377,500 to $530,000 |
| Idolize Brows and Beauty | $47,500 to $49,500 | $380,704 to $460,303 |
| GLO30 | $45,000 | $383,300 to $631,500 |
| Diesel Barbershop | $45,000 | $360,550 to $503,050 |
| RADIANT WAXING | $50,000 | $387,788 to $554,947 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a goGLOW franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a goGLOW franchise ranges from $373,050 to $455,350, including a franchise fee of $60,000, 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 goGLOW franchise?
goGLOW lists a minimum of about $80,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many goGLOW locations are there?
goGLOW reported 10 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 goGLOW been franchising?
goGLOW started offering franchises in 2021 after the company was founded in 2021.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. goGLOW and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by goGLOW. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.