Existing Merle Norman Franchises For Sale

Across the country, existing Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio owners are selling their businesses.

Most of these studios are well-established, successful stores with owners who are transitioning into retirement. 

This is your opportunity to buy a turnkey business and hit the ground running with your own Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio. These stores are staples in their communities with a loyal following and established clientele. 

Purchasing an existing franchise means that you don’t have to worry about most of the start-up costs and opening logistics that are associated with buying a brand-new franchise. It’s a much quicker and less expensive, but equally gratifying, ramp-up to seeing your dreams of business ownership come true. Many of these stores have motivated sellers, who have priced their Studios competitively in order to sell quickly. 

Find more details below about each existing Studio for sale. Call (800) 421-6648 or email us directly at resale@merlenorman.com today to discuss how you can become a Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio owner.    

If your market isn’t listed please give us a call or email.


Alabama

One of the top regional Merle Norman Studios is available for sale in the southeast. A successful studio owner is retiring after 43 years. This studio is award-winning in sales performance and customer service. It offers a well-established customer base in a prime location off the Interstate. The owner will be glad to participate in a transition period.


Arizona

Profitable Turn Key opportunity located in the Carefree, AZ area for 44 years. Newly updated displays, Strong large Customer base with consistent mail-order and E-Commerce income monthly. The location sells to loyal Affluent customers daily in this upscale outdoor plaza. Second Owner looking to retire soon and willing to assist the new buyer with transition.


Arkansas

Central Arkansas

Well-established Studio in business for 25 years in White County is for sale by owner. It is equipped with our newer design fixtures, has a strong loyal customer base, and is well-established in the community. Owner is looking to retire and is motivated to sell.


Idaho

Boise

Well established Studio in business for 44 years located in Boise, ID is for sale by owner. It is equipped with our newest design fixtures, has a loyal customer base, and is located inside the ONLY indoor mall in Boise and the surrounding areas. This would be a great opportunity for someone who is looking to purchase a turnkey operation, has a good business mind and lots of ambition. The owner is motivated to sell and has priced the business accordingly.


California

Chico

Merle Norman Cosmetics, a well-established make-up studio in business for 25 years in Chico is for sale by owner. It is equipped with our newer design fixtures, has a strong loyal customer base, and is well-established in the community. It also has a room where you could have an aesthetician give facials or offer other spa services. The owner is looking to retire and is motivated to sell.

La Verne

A Merle Norman Cosmetic Franchise and Day Spa is situated in the charming city of La Verne, boasting an impressive 35-year tenure. It has cultivated a dedicated and growing customer base and strategically occupies a bustling city corridor adjacent to Foothill Blvd ensuring excellent visibility. This presents an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a fully operational turn-key business. The owner is motivated to sell and has priced the business accordingly.


Connecticut

Southbury

Well-established Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio drawing from nearly 40 years of faithful followers. The owner is ready to retire, and this is the perfect turnkey opportunity for someone who enjoys people and beauty and is ready to carry on the Merle Norman ideals but also make it extra special with your own ideas and personal touch. This gorgeous studio is located in the popular Regency Southbury Green Shopping Center on Main Street in Southbury, CT, known for its great shopping and eateries. This is a spacious studio with loads of potential for adding services and boutique items.


Florida

East Coast of Central Florida

Well-established studio located on the east coast of central Florida. Loyal customer base and well-known business in the community. Newly renovated, shopping and dining open-air mall in a growing upscale community. Limitless opportunity for growth. Business has a separate room designated for spa services. The owner is retiring and motivated to sell.

Melbourne

To those who are seeking financial success, here is a rare opportunity to own a Merle Norman studio that has been an anchor in the Melbourne Florida area for 63 years. The very popular studio has an expansive loyal customer base and has served multiple generations of clients. Perfectly located inside a busy regional mall, it is meticulously maintained, well equipped, and has all the up-to-date fixtures and displays of the Merle Norman design. This studio also supports a boutique spa which includes one completely set up and active private spa room and a very popular four-chair brow bar. The loyal staff are all trained and licensed estheticians who are experienced in all the makeup, facial, brow, and lash techniques to date. The large esthetic clientele along with the support of the proven Merle Norman products seamlessly gives this studio limitless opportunity for financial success. The owner is motivated to sell and has priced the business accordingly.

Pensacola

Situated in the heart of Pensacola, Florida, this long-standing studio boasts an impressive history, having served the community for over five decades. The studio’s owner has been an integral part of this establishment for an astonishing 52 years, fostering a dedicated and extensive customer base over time. For an enterprising individual seeking a turnkey business venture, brimming with potential, this opportunity is a perfect fit. The owner, eager to embark on a well-deserved retirement, is highly motivated to pass on the torch, making this a prime prospect for the right entrepreneur.


Georgia

Atlanta

A well-established studio in the metro Atlanta area. Studio is located in a high-traffic shopping center with three large anchor retailers. With a loyal base, it’s a perfect opportunity for someone looking to purchase a turnkey operation.

Southwest of Atlanta

Enjoy becoming a small-town business owner in Southwest Georgia. This well-established Merle Norman is 58 years old! This franchise has a loyal following and is in a location with a traffic of 30,000 cars daily. The presiding county is one of the fastest growing in South Georgia. The lease is available for a 10-year renewal. In addition to the Merle Norman, this studio has a solid established boutique that offers many desired lines that are territory-protected. The current owner is willing to offer a transition training period for a smooth start-up, along with a consulting period for an additional 60 days. Control your own destiny and build friendships while you enjoy running your own business. Sellers are looking to relocate to be near family and are motivated to sell.


Illinois

Marion

Merle Norman Cosmetic Franchise, located in a small town in Marion, Illinois, this owner has operated the Franchise for 34 years, is decorated with our newer design, has a loyal following, and is located in the Downtown area. This would be a great opportunity for someone who is looking to purchase a turnkey operation, has a good business mind, and lots of ambition. The owner is ready to retire, motivated to sell, and has priced the business accordingly.


Indiana

Fort Wayne

Well-established Studio for sale by owner. This business has been at current location for 28 years and is in Fort Wayne, IN. It is well equipped with our newest design fixtures, has a strong loyal customer base, and is well established in the community. Owner is looking to retire and is motivated to sell.


Kansas

Wichita

Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio located in the city of Wichita. The studio has had the same owner/manager for over 35 years. The owner is ready to retire would love to pass it on to a new owner so that it can continue to flourish and serve the loyal customers of Wichita and the surrounding communities. Studio is located in a shopping center on a very busy West side street with great visibility and it is equipped with Merle Norman’s newer design and a well-stocked inventory. It also has Merle Norman’s Point of Sale computer program. The rewards of helping customers look their best and making great friendships have been wonderful, and now the Owner is motivated to sell so she can enjoy her retirement. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves beauty products, is looking to purchase a turnkey operation, and has lots of ambition.


Louisiana

Mandeville

Well-established Merle Norman studio for sale in Mandeville, LA. It is located in a busy shopping center that includes national tenants, and a variety of other shops and restaurants. The studio has a loyal customer base, great staff and newer design fixtures. The current owner has owned this business for 38 years, and is ready to retire and motivated to sell.


North Carolina

Central North Carolina

Well established Studio in Central region of North Carolina known as the Triad. There is a loyal customer base which keeps growing each year. The studio is located In a busy shopping center. It is your one stop shopping store.


Ohio

Montgomery County

Turn-key operation for someone business-minded who loves cosmetics.

Well-established Merle Norman franchise in Montgomery County, Ohio. Current owner has been there 20 years and is ready for her next adventure. Very loyal customer base.


Oklahoma

Washita County

Well-established studio in business for over 40 years located in Washita County, Oklahoma. Loyal customer base plus good mail order business. Beautiful renovated building located in historical downtown setting. Will rent or sell building to new studio owner. Studio is equipped with newer fixtures and full Merle Norman inventory with other lines such as OPI nail care, WoodWick candles and Mountain Mamas clothing. Highly motivated seller is looking to retire.


South Dakota

Sioux Falls

A well-established Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio is available in one of America’s fastest-growing city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Our Studio has served the tri-state area for over 35 years. Owner has reached an age that she would like to pass the business along to a new “Merle Girl” for future success with our loyal customer base. Merle Norman Cosmetics is a – made in the USA – family-owned company for over 90 years that is always there to assist each Studio to achieve success. A rare opportunity to take over a fun and exciting business of your own.


Tennessee

East Tennessee

Well-established high-volume studio for sale in East Tennessee. The studio has been located in the same mall for over 40+ years It is equipped with newer fixtures and has a large, loyal customer base. This would offer someone the perfect opportunity purchase a turnkey Merle Norman franchise.


Texas

Central Texas

It is with mixed emotions that I have decided to sell my Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio in Central Texas. I have owned and managed this store for eighteen-plus years. We have a very well-established and loyal customer base, as well as being in an area of massive growth to expand the business. There is potential for adding a spa, additional services or a small boutique. Our sales are well above the average for our type of location. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves beauty products and loves serving people and wants a turnkey business. The rewards are great and the relationships built through the years are priceless. It is time to pass the torch on and retire.

Edinburg

Merle Norman Cosmetic Franchise located in Edinburg, Texas. The Franchise has been open for more than 15 years, the studio has a loyal following and is located in a strip mall in a busy area of the city, close to the University and business centers in Edinburg. The studio has an equipped hair Salon and two rooms used for facials, wax services, could be used for massages or additional services. This would be a great opportunity for someone who is looking to purchase a turnkey operation, has a good business mind and lots of enthusiasm. The studio is well decorated and has a large space for additional business, such as small retail of jewelry or apparel. The owner is motivated to sell due to retirement and has priced the business accordingly.

Ellis County

A Rare Opportunity! Merle Norman Cosmetics has been in Waxahachie, TX for 50 years, owned by this owner for 14 years and is now for sale. This studio is equipped with Merle Norman’s latest design fixtures and well established within the community. Having both a loyal customer base and limitless opportunity for growth makes this studio exceptional. There is room for a spa or continued boutique. This is a “turnkey” Franchise and ready for you!

Fort Bend County

A well-established Merle Norman studio, operational for over forty years, located in Texas’ FORT BEND County, one of the fastest-growing large counties in the nation, highest family incomes in the state, superior education systems, and the benefits of a growing, progressive business economy. Situated in a popular, upscale lifestyle shopping center in one of the nation’s premier master-planned communities on the western edge of metropolitan Houston. The studio was completely remodeled, expanded, and upgraded in 2018, including Merle Norman’s latest design features, and a fully equipped certified MN Spa. Having both a large, loyal client base, and limitless opportunity for growth, makes this studio an exceptional turnkey franchise business acquisition.

Garland

Well-established Studio in business for 20 years in county for sale by owner. It is equipped with our newer design fixtures, has a strong loyal customer base, and is well-established in the community. Owner is looking to retire and is motivated to sell.

Georgetown

Golden opportunity located in the heart of Texas!
Well-established studio and Boutique in an upscale strip center on a high-traffic street. The studio is equipped with newer design fixtures, has a loyal following and is well established in the community. The owner who has owned and operated multiple stores in the past 25 years is looking to retire and will consider any reasonable offer. The current location has been open for 5 years which was relocated from the previous location across town for fifteen years. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a turnkey operation, who has a good business mind, and is ambitious.

Marshall

Well-established studio in business for over 40 years in Marshall, Texas for sell by owner. Marshall supports the Marshall Mustangs and the two colleges that are there. The studio serves many ladies in surrounding towns. The studio has craftsman-made fixtures and a new air conditioner. Having both a loyal client base and limitless opportunity for growth makes this studio exceptional. This offers someone a perfect opportunity to purchase a turnkey operation. The owner is motivated to sell and has priced the business accordingly

West Houston

Well-established, turnkey franchise for sale in West Houston. Studio has been in operation for over 30 years with a loyal clientele base. Located in a bustling shopping strip, it serves the Memorial, Galleria, and Medical Center areas.The studio was fully remodeled in 2019 and is a Merle Norman Certified Spa. Offering facials, manicures, pedicures and ear piercings, the studio also carries small gift and boutique items.


Virginia

Henrico County

Merle Norman Cosmetics Franchise for sale in a highly desirable, upscale, high-traffic, non-mall shopping center in a large Virginia city. This well-established studio has been in business for 10+ years and is equipped with Merle Norman’s new design. The studio has a large, loyal customer base including a significant percentage of customers from other areas of Virginia where there are no Merle Norman studios. This would be a wonderful opportunity to purchase a turnkey operation in a great position for growth and expansion. The studio owner is retiring and motivated to sell.


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