Mia Salon Studios

Mia Salon Studios was founded to give beauty professionals a dedicated studio space of their own. Its first location sold out of studios, and the next location is also expected to fill quickly. The business says its goal is to look after stylists well so they can look after their clients.

Studios come as single rooms, double rooms for two stylists and triple rooms for three, with custom layouts available in larger spaces. The Mia Studio includes cabinetry, a shampoo bowl, a multi-purpose chair and a mirror. The Mia Plus Studio adds floor space, a separate corner styling station and a shampoo chair. The Mia Pro Studio adds more floor space, a backwash station and a separate styling station with a full-length mirror and styling chair. The Mia Window Studio is limited in availability and has a full wall of glass facing outside, along with the Pro Studio features. The business describes its studios as private and luxurious, and says they are 30 to 50 percent larger than those at Salon Lofts and Sola Salons.

Professionals run their own businesses in these studios. They set their own prices and schedules, personalize their space, sell their own retail products and keep their earnings with no commission taken. They handle their own sales receipts as independent contractors. The business takes care of painting, construction and customization of studios, including mounting and installing items a professional buys, at no charge. Studios have 24/7 key fob access, a washer and dryer for tenants, and a cleaning service available at a low cost. Bathrooms are cleaned daily.

Clients book directly with the professional by calling or texting, or by sending a request through an online form that asks for a photo of their hair so they can be matched with a stylist. Walk-in clients can stop in to ask whether any professional has an opening, though appointments are recommended. The business also partners with The Standard Med Spa for advanced beauty and wellness treatments. Professionals' work is shared on social media under the hashtag #MiaSalonStudios.

The business describes itself as a community of independent salon professionals working in private studios. It focuses on supporting professionals with coaching, education and business tools so they can focus on clients.

Studios are private and described as luxurious, with sanitized surfaces and filtered air.