Radiant Waxing is a hair removal salon franchise system that has experienced contraction over recent years, declining from 68 units in 2022 to 59 units by end of 2024. The system shows concerning trends with high termination rates (6 units terminated in 2024, 7 in 2023) and no new openings in 2024. Financial performance shows wide variation, with average gross sales of $537,870 but a significant range from $149,436 to over $1 million. The franchise requires moderate investment ($387K-$555K) with 6% royalty and 2% ad fund contribution. Territory protection is limited to 1.5-mile radius. The system allows semi-absentee ownership through designated managers. Recent litigation includes a class action by franchisees regarding system changes and marketing fund handling.
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