RetailNationwide
Perfume Refilling Business
Low startup cost selling affordable fragrance alternatives — quality sourcing of oils determines repeat business.
01
Business structure
Retail shop refilling and selling perfume oils and fragrances.
02
Capital requirements
Breakdown in KES.
Figures below are estimates based on typical ranges, not guaranteed costs. Get quotes from local suppliers before committing capital.
Initial inventory (fragrance oils, bottles, equipment)100,000 - 500,000
Rental deposit and rent30,000 - 100,000
Licensing and registration10,000 - 30,000
Display equipment and shelving20,000 - 50,000
Marketing10,000 - 50,000
Total initial investment170,000 - 730,000
03
Licensing & permits
Official steps, pulled live from Kenya's eProcedures portal.
Action plan
- Register business (sole prop or ltd company)
- Obtain permits from local authorities and meet health compliance
- Establish relationships with trusted fragrance oil and bottle suppliers
- Design an organized store layout
Live official procedure — Kenya Investment Authority (eProcedures)
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Open full procedure on eProcedures04
Target market
- Local residents wanting affordable perfumes
- Young adults and students
- Gift buyers for special occasions
05
Risk assessment
01Local perfume retailer competition
02Fragrance oil quality control
03Supply chain delivery delays
06
Marketing strategies
Action plan
- Website and social media promotion
- Local flyers and posters
- Referral incentives
- Host promotional events
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