The UAE has a thriving beauty and wellness industry, with a wide range of hairdressing and other beauty treatment services available in this ever-growing industry. With a diverse population, increased urbanisation and fast-paced lifestyles, the demand for high-quality beauty products and services is very high. This reflects the increasingly cosmopolitan nature of the region.
The UAE offers a wide range of hair salons catering to different budgets and preferences. From high-end luxury salons to budget-friendly options, there is something for everyone. Added to this, UAE salons keep up with the latest trends in beauty and hairdressing, ensuring that clients have access to the most fashionable styles and techniques.
For an entrepreneur looking to venture into this space, the UAE is an ideal destination. Here are six business activities you can choose from for your business license.
9602.00 – Hairdressing and other beauty treatment
A hairdressing and beauty treatment business provides a range of services to enhance a person’s appearance. These services can include hairdressing (cutting, styling, colouring, and treating hair), nail care (manicures, pedicures, and nail art), skincare (from laser treatments to facials and waxing), body treatments (including massages and scrubs), and makeup services.
An entrepreneur in this industry can choose between establishing a full-service salon, specialised salon, nail salon, mobile salon, barber shop, or day spa. Service providers are expected to work closely with clients, carry out consultations, and rely heavily on customer reviews.
Note that this business activity excludes the manufacture of wigs.
Third-party Approval: Third-party approval from Sharjah Municipality is required for business activity 9602.00, post obtaining your trade license
Filing of Economic Substance Return: Business activity 9602.00 is exempt from this requirement
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: Business activity 9602.00 is exempt from this requirement
9602.01 – Hair washing, trimming and cutting, setting, dyeing, tinting, waving, straightening and similar activities for men and women
This business revolves specifically around hairdressing, including hair washing, trimming and cutting, setting, dyeing, tinting, waving, and straightening for both men and women. Washing includes cleansing hair with shampoo and conditioner to remove dirt, oil, and product buildup. With trimming and cutting, stylists shape and style hair to achieve a desired length and style.
Setting involves using heat or chemicals to create curls or waves in hair, while dyeing or tinting involves colouring hair to change its natural hue or add highlights or lowlights. Through waving, specialists create permanent waves or curls in hair using chemicals. Meanwhile, straightening includes smoothening hair using other chemicals, heat styling tools or a combination of both. Examples of styles include perms, blowouts, extensions, and updos. Remember, entrepreneurs can operate as hair salons, barber shops, or even as mobile hairdressers.
Note that this business activity excludes the manufacture of wigs.
Third-party Approval: Third-party approval from Sharjah Municipality is required for business activity 9602.01, post obtaining your trade license
Filing of Economic Substance Return: Business activity 9602.01 is exempt from this requirement
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: Business activity 9602.01 is exempt from this requirement
9602.02 – Shaving and beard trimming
This type of business specialises in providing services related to facial hair grooming for men. Key services include shaving, beard trimming, beard styling which involves creating intricate designs or patterns in facial hair, and specialised shaves such as a classic shave, a hot towel shave, and straight razor shaves.
Beard trimming involves specific activities as well, including beard shaping, beard design, beard colouring, and beard straightening. An entrepreneur looking to venture into this field is likely to establish a barber shop, which is traditionally focused on men’s grooming, but could also establish a hair salon or standalone shaving parlour.
This business activity excludes the manufacture of wigs.
Third-party Approval: Third-party approval from Sharjah Municipality is required for business activity 9602.02, post obtaining your trade license
Filing of Economic Substance Return: Business activity 9602.02 is exempt from this requirement
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: Business activity 9602.02 is exempt from this requirement
9602.03 – Facial massage, manicure and pedicure, make-up etc.
This type of business offers a range of services focused on enhancing clients’ appearances and promoting relaxation. Let’s explore some of the key services within this business activity. Facial massages that improve circulation and promote skin health, manicures and pedicures that involve caring for the hands and feet, along with makeup application are all specific services an entrepreneur would conduct under this business activity. Specialists would learn about different types of massages such as deep tissue massage, types of nail art and nail care such as manicure styles, and explore different makeup styles as well.
This business activity excludes the manufacture of wigs.
Third-party Approval: Third-party approval from Sharjah Municipality is required for business activity 9602.03, post obtaining your trade license
Filing of Economic Substance Return: Business activity 9602.03 is exempt from this requirement
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: Business activity 9602.03 is exempt from this requirement
9602.04 – Hair Care Products Consultancy
A hair care products consultancy business provides expert advice and guidance to individuals and businesses involved in the hair care industry. Consultants in this field offer a wide range of services, including formula creation, ingredient selection, and testing and evaluation. They conduct market research, along with consumer and competitive analysis to understand the needs and preferences of consumers.
Note that this business activity excludes the manufacture of wigs.
Third-party Approval: Business activity 9602.04 is exempt from this requirement
Filing of Economic Substance Return: Business activity 9602.04 is exempt from this requirement
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: Business activity 9602.04 is exempt from this requirement
9602.05 – Cosmetic and Beauty, Health & Personal Care, Food Supplements Trading
This type of business involves buying and selling products related to cosmetics, beauty, health, personal care, and food supplements. It serves as a middleman between manufacturers and retailers, distributors, or consumers. Key activities include product sourcing, inventory management, pricing and marketing, sales and distribution, customer service, and regulatory compliance. Entrepreneurs may handle cosmetics, beauty, personal care products, and food supplements.
This business activity excludes the manufacture of wigs.
Third-party Approval: Business activity 9602.05 is exempt from this requirement
Filing of Economic Substance Return: Business activity 9602.05 is exempt from this requirement
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: Business activity 9602.05 is exempt from this requirement
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