Running a salon
Opening a beauty salon: the skincare product list you need
Quick answer
The basic skincare product list for a new salon consists of two different cleansers (for oily and dry skin), a toner, a peel, at least two masks (a cream mask and an alginate mask), a moisturising cream and a sunscreen. A few retail products can be added for home care sales.
The basic list for the treatment room
| Step | Product | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Cleansing | Facial cleansing gel | Oily and combination skin |
| Cleansing | Facial cleansing milk | Dry skin, make-up removal |
| Toner | Moisturising & purifying toner | In every treatment |
| Peel | Intense peeling cream | No more than 2–3 times a week |
| Mask | Vitamin complex cream mask | All skin types |
| Mask | Peel-off alginate masks | 5 options by skin type |
| Moisturising | Moisturising skin care cream | All skin types |
| Protection | Sunscreen cream SPF 50+ | Last step of daytime treatments |
Extra services
Short add-on services such as head massage enrich the menu. Croen Head Massage Hair Care Shampoo comes in a 500 ml salon size for this service.
Retail products for the shelf
Starting with a few products clients can use at home after a treatment is enough: a sunscreen, a clay mask and a multi-purpose care oil (e.g. pomegranate seed oil) appeal to a wide range of clients.
Getting a quote
Add the list to the quote list from the product cards on the website, enter the quantities and request a quote for your business in one go. You can see the products' ingredient lists in the product details.
Frequently asked questions
How many types of mask should a new salon have?
A cream mask and a few alginate masks to choose from by skin type cover most treatment needs.
Should you buy salon sizes or retail sizes?
Salon sizes for products used in treatments, retail sizes for the sales shelf.
Is product training provided?
Support is provided with product information, directions for use and a catalogue; contact us for details.
This article is for general information only and does not replace medical advice. If you have a persistent skin condition, please consult a dermatologist.
