FAQs

Each Cirque Salon Studios is a collection of 25 to 30 suites where health, beauty and wellness professionals independently cater to their clients in a unique and customized environment.

Cirque offers the experienced and motivated health, beauty and wellness professional the opportunity to be an independent salon professional, including:

Turn-key, fully amenitized studio
Fixed inclusive rent
No salon “drama”
Hours that cater to their life and their client’s needs

Studio Locations
West Ashley
Summerville
Mt Pleasant
Herndon Centre
Downtown Charleston

Is Cirque Salon Studios my employer?

Absolutely not. Cirque Salon Studios is your landlord, leasing a fully equipped, separate lockable studio to each salon professional. You are in complete control of your own business and can operate it to the best advantage of yourself and your clients.

Is this opportunity right for me?

If you are an established, fully licensed salon professional looking to be more successful and escape the salon politics, then Cirque Salon Studios is perfect for you. Ask yourself this: Am I motivated to advance my career? Do I have a strong client base? Do I want to start my own business without pouring thousands of dollars into it? If you answered yes to any of these, we’d love to hear from you.

What does it cost and how do I pay?

Rent depends on the location, the market and the size of the studio. It often costs less than one week’s commission to move into your own fully-furnished salon. Just make sure you’re fully licensed and permitted, carry the proper insurances and have a week’s rent and security deposit ready to go. Rent is fully inclusive and is collected weekly by automatic transfer from your account – it couldn’t be easier!

Can I decorate my own studio?

Of course! Each studio comes equipped with a complete shampoo station, styling station, cabinetry and a drying chair. You’re free to create your own atmosphere, from trendy to traditional and everything in between.

Can more than one person work in one studio?

Most studios house one salon professional, but several are doubles to allow partners to work side by side. With prior approval, two people can share a single and three can share a double.

Can I bring my own equipment along, instead of the standard?

Several studios have been reserved for just this purpose. The installation of non-standard equipment and fixed furnishings must be performed by Cirque salon installers, with all costs the responsibility of the tenant.

Is Cirque Salon Studios only for hair stylists?

While the majority of the tenants are hair stylists, studios can be modified and equipped to accommodate nail technicians, estheticians/skin care specialists and massage therapists.

Ready to become a studio owner?

Download an application here.