Build an artisanal perfume business rooted in the rich heritage of French St. Martin and Grasse, France, while capturing the growing demand for personalized fragrance experiences. Tijon Fragrance Lab blends custom perfume-making workshops, retail sales, and corporate events into a proven model delivering memorable journeys into fine fragrances. Join a legacy of perfume excellence with 12 locations growing nationwide in the $70 billion global fragrance industry!
Top 5 Reasons to Invest in Tijon Fragrance Lab:
- Fast-growing artisanal brand with 12 locations across 8 states since 2007
- Global fragrance industry projected to exceed $70 billion by 2026
- Multiple revenue streams: workshops, custom fragrances, retail sales, corporate events
- Founded by Master Perfumer with 35+ years expertise and Grasse, France training
- Accessible investment $150K-$225K with comprehensive two-week headquarters training
Tijon Fragrance Lab Franchise Opportunity
Since 2007, Tijon Fragrance Lab has brought Grasse, France artisanal traditions to accessible workshop experiences where customers create signature scents. With 12 locations across 8 states, we’ve proven demand for personalized fragrance creation beyond traditional retail perfume shopping.
Founded by Master Perfumer John Berglund (Le Nez) with 35+ years expertise, combining Caribbean influences with French artistry. Our workshop model serves individuals, corporate events, parties, and education—delivering experiences perfume counters cannot replicate. Ethically sourced ingredients and comprehensive support provide the foundation to capitalize on the $70 billion global fragrance industry.
Why Franchise With Tijon Fragrance Lab
Our proven workshop model delivers exceptional results through unique experiences and multiple revenue streams.
- Experiential Retail Differentiation: Custom perfume workshops create memorable, shareable experiences department stores cannot offer—driving word-of-mouth marketing, social media content, and repeat visits traditional perfume sales never generate.
- Multiple Revenue Streams: Diversified income from workshops, custom fragrances, retail sales, corporate events, private parties, and education—business isn’t dependent on single source creating stability.
- Master Perfumer Expertise: Founded by John Berglund with 35+ years and Grasse, France training, providing authentic artisanal credibility and proven creation systems competitors without master perfumer backing cannot match.
- Growing Market Demand: Global fragrance industry exceeds $70 billion by 2026 with consumers preferring personalized, experiential luxury over mass-market products—Tijon captures this trend through customization.
- Accessible Entry Point: $150K-$225K investment with comprehensive two-week training eliminates need for perfumery experience or technical fragrance knowledge.
ABF Exclusive Insights
Market Analysis: Experiential retail thrives as consumers prioritize unique activities over generic shopping. ABF research shows fragrance workshops appeal to tourists, celebration occasions, corporate team building, and gift-seekers. Tijon’s 12 locations since 2018 franchising with nationwide expansion requests indicate significant territory availability.
Competitive Advantage: Traditional retailers offer pre-made fragrances with no customization. Tijon’s workshop model where customers blend their own scents creates emotional connections and proprietary fragrances unavailable elsewhere—driving loyalty and premium pricing competitors lack.
ABF Investment Tip: Perfect for entrepreneurs in arts, hospitality, or experiential retail. Target tourism markets, upscale suburbs, and destination shopping districts. Existing perfume/boutique owners may qualify for conversion discounts. Tijon partners with tenant representatives for site selection—seek high-visibility retail in lifestyle centers or tourist corridors.
Training & Support
Comprehensive training ensures you deliver authentic perfumery experiences without prior fragrance expertise.
- Two-Week Headquarters Training: Intensive on-site training covering fragrance creation, workshop facilitation, customer engagement, retail operations, product knowledge, and business management preparing you for launch.
- Master Perfumer Curriculum: Access John Berglund’s 35+ years expertise and Grasse, France traditions through proven workshop curriculum, blending techniques, and ingredient knowledge requiring no prior experience.
- Site Selection Partnership: National tenant representatives provide market analysis, demographic research, site guidance, and lease negotiation identifying ideal retail locations.
- Marketing Resources: Proven materials, digital templates, social media content, event strategies, and corporate outreach programs driving customer acquisition across revenue streams.
- Operational Support: Continuous guidance on workshop scheduling, inventory management, retail merchandising, event coordination, and business development from experienced Tijon team.
- Financing Assistance: Connections to third-party lenders including SBA specialists and 401k rollover programs, typically requiring $65K-$90K liquid capital.
Franchise Owners That Thrive
Tijon seeks entrepreneurs embodying TIJON values—Trust in systems, Integrity in ethics, Joy in relationships, Opportunity mindset, and Noble customer treatment. You’re motivated by bringing artisanal experiences to communities while building lifestyle businesses combining creativity with commerce. No perfumery experience required—passion for fragrances, hospitality, and experiential retail matters most.
You appreciate unique customer experiences creating memorable moments beyond transactional retail. If you’re seeking businesses combining workshops, events, and retail in experiential luxury with accessible investment and comprehensive training, Tijon offers artisanal authenticity with proven systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need perfume or fragrance experience to own a Tijon franchise?
A: No experience required. Many franchisees share passion for fragrances, but technical knowledge isn’t necessary. Two-week headquarters training and Master Perfumer curriculum teach everything needed for workshops and custom fragrances.
Q: What kind of location does Tijon Fragrance Lab need?
A: Retail space in high-visibility areas with tourist traffic, upscale shopping, or lifestyle centers. National tenant representatives handle market analysis, site selection, demographics, and lease negotiation.
Q: How does Tijon make money beyond just selling perfume bottles?
A: Multiple streams: custom workshops (individuals/groups), bespoke fragrance development, retail sales, corporate team-building, private parties (birthdays, bachelorettes), and educational programs.
Q: Can I convert my existing perfume or boutique retail business to Tijon?
A: Yes! We help existing owners implement tested systems to increase efficiency and growth. Established businesses may qualify for roll-in conversion discounts.
Q: What financing options are available for a Tijon franchise?
A: We collaborate with third-party lenders including SBA specialists and 401k rollover programs. Total investment $150K-$225K typically requires $65K-$90K liquid capital depending on net worth, credit, and income.
Next Steps
Ready to bring the art of artisanal perfumery to your community while building a business rooted in French traditions and experiential luxury? Complete the form below to talk to our franchise development team and discuss territory availability, site selection support, and how Tijon’s proven workshop model can position you for success in the thriving $70 billion global fragrance industry.
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