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GLO Tanning vs Deka Lash — which franchise is the better buy?
Side by side from the public FDDs — no franchisor spin.
| GLO Tanning | Deka Lash | |
|---|---|---|
| Disclosure honesty | B | B |
| Investment from | $759,700 | $285,900 |
| Total fees | 9.5% | 9% |
| Outlets | 82 | 124 |
| Lawsuits | 0 | 0 |
GLO Tanning: what their numbers say
Gross sales data for 51 franchised salons (2024): Q1 avg $1.1M, Q2 avg $754K, Q3 avg $623K, Q4 avg $542K. 50-62% met/exceeded quartile averages.
Deka Lash: what their numbers say
119 franchises open 12+ months in 2024. Top third averaged $437,199; middle $262,607; bottom $142,922 revenue. 58% memberships, 4% products, 38% other services.
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