FACE FOUNDRIÉ Reports Strong Q1 2026 Growth with Nine New Deals

Woman-owned skincare brand builds on franchise momentum through innovation and national development

MINNEAPOLIS, MN. // FranchisePR.com // May 11, 2026 — FACE FOUNDRIÉ, the nation’s fastest-growing woman-owned facial bar redefining the skincare industry, closed Q1 of 2026 with significant systemwide growth, underscored by a rise in year-over-year same-store sales, a key indicator of sustained consumer demand and strong unit-level performance.

The brand has maintained an upward trajectory with nine new development deals signed to open 13 locations. Of these, five were new franchisee groups, while four were existing operators expanding their portfolios in the California and Texas markets. This growth reinforces the success operators are witnessing and their continued confidence in the brand’s model.

“Q1 was a defining quarter for us, not just in terms of growth, but in the strength of our foundation,” said Michele Henry, Founder and CEO of FACE FOUNDRIÉ. “Seeing both new and existing franchisees deepen their investment in the brand speaks volumes about the scalability of our model and the demand for accessible, results-driven skincare. As we continue to expand, we’re focused on maintaining the consistency, efficiency and elevated experience that sets FACE FOUNDRIÉ apart.”

Key Q1 Achievements

Development activity in Q1 spanned several U.S. markets, including Texas, California, Florida, North Carolina and Washington, D.C. The brand also sold out the Dallas market, signaling robust saturation and demand in one of its key territories.

FACE FOUNDRIÉ continued to scale its physical footprint with five new locations opened in Q1, including:

• Brentwood, CA
• Newport Beach, CA
• Gilbert, AZ
• Denver (LoHi), CO
• San Diego (La Jolla), CA

The brand also highlighted continued operational excellence among existing franchisees, including its first-ever franchise partner, Nicole Delahanty, who recently built out her sixth Chicago location in just four days.

In addition to national expansion, FACE FOUNDRIÉ also leaned into product innovation in Q1. The brand introduced the FOUNDRIÉ Glow Facial On-The-Go Kit, extending its in-studio expertise into an at-home, travel-friendly format.

Strong Pipeline Positions Brand for Q2 Growth

So far in April, the brand has opened four locations in Madison, WI, West Bloomfield, MI, San Antonio, TX, and Wesley Chapel, FL. Looking ahead, FACE FOUNDRIÉ is on track to open 7 additional locations in the remainder of Q2, with planned openings in markets including:

• Sarasota, FL (opening this week)
• Santa Rosa, CA
• Chicago (Lakeview), IL (marking the sixth location opening in Chicago)
• Raleigh, NC
• Pearland, Southlake and McKinney, TX

The brand is actively targeting franchise growth in Washington, D.C., Virginia, Austin, Atlanta, Ohio and Los Angeles, as it continues to scale strategically across high-demand regions. With a stellar start to the year, FACE FOUNDRIÉ enters Q2 with an impressive pipeline setting them up for a successful remainder of 2026.

FACE FOUNDRIÉ was founded in 2019 by Michele Henry after she struggled to find skincare treatments that addressed the changes in her skin caused by motherhood, aging, and life’s demands. The brand is currently seeking growth-minded single and multi-unit owner-operators to join its nationwide expansion. While skincare experience is not required, transferable business skills and entrepreneurial experience are preferred.

For more information about franchise opportunities, visit https://facefoundrie.com/franchise/.

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About FACE FOUNDRIÉ
FACE FOUNDRIÉ is a Minnesota-based franchise concept founded by CEO Michele Henry in 2019. The focused facial bar specializes in all things face, providing facials, brows, lashes and skincare that are accessible, affordable and approachable to all. FACE FOUNDRIÉ currently has 74 stores open across 24 states. For more information on FACE FOUNDRIÉ, visit https://facefoundrie.com/ or follow @facefoundrie on Instagram.

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