How to Start a Home-Based Beauty Business in Canada

Dreaming of running a beauty business from home? You don’t need a salon or a ton of money to get started. In fact, many Canadian beauty entrepreneurs are now working from home and making $2,000–$10,000+ per month offering services like lashes, waxing, facials, and brows.

Here’s how to get started with a home-based beauty business in Canada — the smart way.

Step 1: Choose Your Beauty Service(s)

Some of the most profitable home-based services include:

• Lash Extensions

• Waxing

• Brow Lamination

• Facials

• Makeup Artistry

Pro Tip: Start with 1–2 services, then add more as you grow.

Step 2: Get Certified Online

Clients want to see a certificate — even if you’re working from home.

Glam Up Canada offers:

• Online lash, waxing, facials, brows, and business courses

• Printable certification

• No live class required

• Self-paced learning

• Designed for Canadian beauty laws

Step 3: Set Up Your Beauty Space

You don’t need a full salon — just a clean, calm, private area in your home. Make sure to include:

• Massage table or lash bed

• Good lighting

• Storage for products

• Client chair & sanitation station

Step 4: Get Insurance & Business Tools

Use your certificate to apply for beauty insurance (often under $300/year).Also set up:

• Booking system (like Square or Calendly)

• Client intake forms

• Waivers & aftercare guides

Glam Up Canada includes editable templates in many of our courses!

Step 5: Start Marketing Your Services

Use Instagram, TikTok, and Google My Business to attract clients.Offer:

• First-time promos

• Referral bonuses

• Bundle packages

With the right training and mindset, you can start your own successful beauty business from your living room. And Glam Up Canada is here to help you every step of the way.

Get certified now: Start Your Home Beauty Biz Today