Business Loans for Hairdressers & Beauty Salons

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Fast and flexible finance for hair, nail and beauty salons

Are you looking to invest in your hair and beauty salon business? Whether you need funding for cash flow, hiring more staff, stock or salon equipment, we have an unsecured, flexible business loan that's perfect for helping grow your salon.

Works with your existing PDQ card machine

Works with your card sales

Unlock funding from £3,000 up to £300,000 against your customer card sales.

Flexible repayments - repay when you sell

Flexible repayments

Automatically repay a small percentage when customers purchase by card – There are no fixed payments.

Unsecured finance - No asset security required

No asset security required

The advance is unsecured, so your business assets are safe.

Keep 100% of cash transactions

Fast funding

A quick decision and process mean you can access your money in just 24 hours* after approval.

No hidden costs

No hidden costs

The cost of finance is made clear to you upfront. There are no hidden costs, confusing APR’s or other nasty charges.

Apply online 24 hours a day 7 days a week

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Apply at any time - We can process your application 24 hours a day.

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Funding to make your hair and beauty business flourish!

Finding the right funding for your hair and beauty salon can be tricky. Traditional banks often have strict criteria, extensive paperwork, and may even ask for a full business plan before giving a simple "yes" or "no."

The good news? There’s an alternative designed specifically for the hair and beauty industry and it's called a merchant cash advance. Unlike a traditional loan, it’s fast, flexible, and easy to access, with repayments linked to your future credit and debit card sales. Payments adjust automatically, so you repay less during quiet months and more when business is busy.

This type of funding can help you expand your salon, invest in marketing or equipment, hire new staff, or diversify your services. With over 63,800 hair and beauty salons in the UK, according to annual industry statistics for 2024 published by the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF), staying competitive requires smart investment to ensure long-term success.

Whether you’re a sole trader or limited company, and need funding for new equipment or to cover short-term cash flow, we’ve helped countless hairdressers, beauty salons, nail technicians, massage therapists, and other beauty businesses access flexible funding, even with bad credit.

Take the first step today and get a fast, free quote through our simple online application form.

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Uses for hairdresser or salon business funding:

  • Purchase essential furniture and equipment such as reception desk, hairdryers, straighteners, basins, salon chairs, sunbeds and more
  • Stock up on hair and beauty products and accessories
  • Help boost your cash flow levels
  • Expanding your treatments and services, for example, sports therapy and massage
  • Remodel and refresh your salon interior
  • Build a website that includes online booking or eCommerce shop
  • Increase your team by hiring beauty therapists, stylists, makeup artists or nail technicians
  • Emergency repairs and maintenance
  • Add retail shelving, fixtures and displays for beauty products

A hair and beauty salon business loan is a type of unsecured business finance that is designed for hairdressers, makeup artists, beauty salons and any other businesses that trade within the beauty industry. It can be used for many purposes, such as purchasing stock or salon equipment, hiring staff or help to boost your cash flow.

This type of business loan for hairdressers and salons works differently from traditional lending. With a merchant cash advance, repayments are taken through your credit and debit card sales as and when they happen. You agree with the lender a comfortable percentage of future card sales that will go towards repaying the advance.

For example, you charge a client £60 for a hair and beauty makeover, and they pay you by credit card. If you agreed to a 10% repayment with the lender, then £6 would be transferred automatically to the lender as the transaction is made. This continues on your daily sales until the advance is repaid.

The amount you can borrow depends on your monthly credit and debit card sales. For example, if your total monthly sales are £8,000 and £6,000 of that comes from card payments, you could typically qualify for a merchant cash advance of around £6,000. In some cases, the amount may be slightly higher or lower than your card turnover, that’s why it’s best to get a personalised quote to see exactly how much funding you could qualify for.

Traditional lenders, like banks, often require a detailed business plan, which can slow down the process with extra paperwork. With a merchant cash advance, there’s no need for a business plan, making it a faster, simpler, and hassle-free way to access funding.

Yes! Even if your personal or business credit score isn’t perfect, you can still access funding through a merchant cash advance. Unlike traditional loans, this type of financing focuses on your future card sales rather than your credit history, making it easier for salon owners to get the money they need.

There are many ways to use your salon finance to grow and improve your business, including:

Refurbishment, development, and decorating

Upgrade your hairdresser or salon to create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for your clients. You could redesign your interior to give the perfect ambience, extend your existing premises, or even invest in a new location. We can help you get the funding to help make these improvements possible.

Purchasing equipment

Invest in professional hairdresser and beauty salon equipment to boost efficiency and enhance the client experience. From beauty beds, chairs, couches, hairdressing furniture, and manicure/pedicure stations to face and body machines, your business loan can cover a wide range of essential items.

Marketing

Promote your business to attract new clients and retain existing ones. You can invest in online marketing, social media campaigns, advertising in magazines or newspapers, or even develop an e-commerce shop to sell beauty products. Funding can help you create a strong brand presence and grow your sales.

Yes! The funding you secure can help you attract and hire the best talent for your salon. Bringing on skilled, professional, and personable staff not only enhances your customer experience but also builds loyalty. Offering competitive pay and incentives can help you retain the right team for the long term.

Getting a business loan for your hair or beauty salon is quick and straightforward. Simply complete our short online application form with a few basic business details. Once submitted, you’ll instantly receive a range of no-obligation loan quotes from multiple trusted lenders. You can then compare your options and choose the finance solution that best fits your salon’s needs. Applying is fast – it only takes a minute!

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It's as easy as 1-2-3!

The process is fast, simple and straightforward. It's hassle-free, meaning there's no complicated paperwork to complete so you can focus on growing your business.

Step 1 - Apply online in minutes

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Apply online in minutes

Apply online for a cash advance from £3,000 up to £300,000 for any business purpose.

Step 2 - Get funded in 24 hours

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Get funded in 24 hours*

The merchant cash advance can be with you in as little as 24 hours* after approval.

Step 3 - Pay back only when you sell to your customers

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Repay only when you sell

You simply pay back a small percentage of your future card sales as they happen. You only repay when you sell.

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