LUX Salon & Studios

LUX Salon & Studios grew out of its owner's own path. Nikki started as an hourly stylist renting a booth, and that experience shaped the commission wage model the salon uses today.

Stylists here design, manage, own and operate their work. The salon supports them at every stage, from a commission chair to booth rental, then a private room and eventually their own salon. Six studio rooms with plumbing and cabinetry are available for rent.

Commission stylists receive 45% to 50% of service revenue, and commission stylists and booth renters both receive 20% of net retail sales. The salon says commission clients remain the stylist's to keep, and there is no non-compete, so a stylist's guests belong to them.

Booth rent is offered at a monthly rate the salon describes as affordable. Booth renters are supplied all back bar products and can offer additional services to their clients in the salon. Stylists also receive a free online booking system and marketing campaigns.

Free ongoing in-house education from outside brands and industry specialists is part of working here. According to the salon, it has completed 151 weddings, serves 650 happy clients, offers 768 hours of training and displays 5-star reviews.

Stylists are supported as business owners at every career stage, and the clients they build stay with them.