Pause franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Pause franchise fee is $60,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $880,600 to $1,534,900, with about $210,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Pause FDD.
What are the Pause franchise fees and investment?
The Pause franchise requires a franchise fee of $60,000 and a total initial investment of $880,600 to $1,534,900. 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) | $880,600 to $1,534,900 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $210,000 |
| US locations | 8 |
| Industry | Beauty & Personal Care |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles, California |
| Founded | 2016 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the Pause investment compare with other beauty & personal care franchises?
Pause's minimum investment of $880,600 is above the median minimum investment of $270,275 across the 175 beauty & personal care franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 5 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, Pause belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Pause FDD?
Verify six parts of the Pause 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 Pause 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 Pause?
These beauty & personal care franchises have the closest minimum investment to Pause:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Glosshouz | $45,000 | $885,500 to $1,397,000 |
| Heyday | $60,000 | $966,010 to $1,230,590 |
| Vio Med Spa | $50,000 | $794,261 to $1,231,677 |
| Restore Hyper Wellness + Cryotherapy | $44,500 | $777,174 to $1,289,925 |
| Upgrade Labs | $65,000 | $751,500 to $1,525,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Pause franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Pause franchise ranges from $880,600 to $1,534,900, 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 Pause franchise?
Pause lists a minimum of about $210,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Pause locations are there?
Pause reported 8 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 Pause been franchising?
Pause started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 2016.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Pause and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Pause. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.