It's a rapidly growing industry just waiting for your personal touch.

Spas are opening up everywhere and spa services are in demand. If the thought of providing a pampering, relaxing and beautifying experience for your clients, starting a spa business could be ideal for you.

Get a head start: Get your step-by-step spa guide here.

The services a spa provides vary and you may choose to offer a wide variety of services or specialize in a few. Here are some services you might provide:

• Massage
• Aromatherapy
• Facials
• Manicures
• Pedicures
• Waxing & hair removal
• Make up application
• Body treatments
• Hair styling

...and more. Spa clients are wiling to pay top dollar for great service and a relaxing experience, making this a very lucrative business.

Your success will depend on a number of factors. Some things to consider is the location of your service, it's quality and the overall experience you provide your clients. This is the kind of service clients are fiercely loyal to when they're treated right.

The equipment you'll need will vary. For some services, certification may be required and hygiene requirements will vary depending on where you live. This step-by-step guide here will take you through everything you need to know.