Bengaluru, 13/08/2025 : Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, a premier beauty and wellness training institute and a training brand of Aptech Limited, has inked a strategic partnership with FranchiseBAZAR to expand its centre presence and franchise network across India.

India’s beauty and wellness industry is experiencing exponential growth, with projections estimating the market to reach approximately INR 2.77 trillion in 2025. This surge underscores the increasing demand for skilled professionals in the beauty, hair, makeup, nails, cosmetology, and wellness sectors. Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, with its comprehensive curriculum, live projects, and industry partnerships, is poised to meet this demand by providing quality education and training.

FranchiseBAZAR is India’s leading franchise consulting company, helping businesses find the right opportunities and assisting brands in their expansion. Operated by Sparkleminds, FranchiseBAZAR acts as a bridge between franchisors and potential investors across various sectors such as education, retail, F&B, wellness, and many more. With a robust online platform and experienced consultants, they offer services like franchise matchmaking, business advisory, and franchise marketing support. Their mission is to simplify entrepreneurship by making franchising accessible, structured, and profitable.

Mr. Amit Nahar, Founder & CEO of Sparkleminds, FranchiseBAZAR, said: “Partnering with Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech is an exciting opportunity to bring world-class beauty and wellness education to aspiring professionals across India. The industry is evolving rapidly, with strong demand for skilled talent in makeup, hair, skin, nails, and wellness services—especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets. Our role will be to identify passionate, business-minded entrepreneurs who can uphold Lakmē Academy’s standards while building successful local enterprises. This alliance not only supports India’s beauty and wellness skilling ecosystem but also creates rewarding entrepreneurship opportunities for those who wish to be part of a fast-growing, high-impact sector.”

Mr. Sandip Weling, Chief Business Officer, Global Retail Business, and Wholetime Director at Aptech Limited, stated, “Our partnership with FranchiseBAZAR marks a significant step in Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech’s expansion strategy. With India’s workforce transformation creating new demand for skilled professionals across sectors, it is critical that we reach learners where they are—unot jst in metros but also in high-potential regional markets. We are looking for a strong network that will help us to identify the right partners, align with our vision strong partner network that will help us identify the right partners, align with our vision, and scale with quality. This collaboration can also open doors for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to build a meaningful business in the beauty & wellness and education sectors.”

This partnership between Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech and FranchiseBAZAR marks a strategic leap towards democratising access to skills-based education across India. By expanding into untapped Tier 2 and Tier 3 regions, the collaboration empowers local entrepreneurs and strengthens the brand’s footprint. With India’s creative economy growing, this initiative ensures that future-ready training reaches aspiring beauty & wellness professionals nationwide, bridging the skills gap and fostering inclusive and sustainable growth.

About Aptech Ltd.
With over 38 years in vocational skill training and non-formal education, Aptech Ltd. is a pioneer with a global presence of 800+ centres across multiple sectors—IT, media & entertainment, retail, aviation, beauty & wellness, banking & finance, and pre-school education. Its brands include Aptech Computer Education, Arena Animation, Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, Aptech Hardware & Networking Academy, Aptech Aviation & Hospitality Academy, Aptech English Learning Academy, and Aptech Montana International Pre-school. Aptech also offers corporate training and assessment solutions. Recognised as a Great Place to Work (2017 & 2019) and recipient of the Golden Peacock National Training Award (2019), Aptech is appraised at Level 5 of the People Capability Maturity Model (PCMM). Learn more at www.aptech-worldwide.com.

About Lakmē Lever
Lakmē Lever Pvt. Ltd (Lakmē Lever) is a 100% subsidiary of HUL. It operates India’s first and leading chain of Lakmē Salons that offer expert services in Hairstyling, Skin and Beauty care, with a presence of over 425 Lakmē Salons at premium locations in 125 plus cities.
Lakmē Lever brings the backstage expertise and experience of Lakmē Fashion Week to modern Indian women through a team of over 4000 highly trained professional stylists. Lakmē Lever offers customers a distinct portfolio of services and backstage rituals presented in a unique Runway Secrets menu. A continuous innovation in the portfolio is at the centre of Lakmē Levers growth philosophy and innovation services contribute more than 30% to its revenues.
More than 100 entrepreneurs have partnered with Lakmē Lever as franchisees to own Lakmē Salons across the country. Backed by a comprehensive franchisee support model, expansion is one of the key focus areas for the company where a master franchisee and multi-store franchisee are provided special support and benefits. For further information please visit- https://www.Lakmē-academy.com/


About FranchiseBAZAR
FranchiseBAZAR, powered by Sparkleminds, has been at the forefront of India’s franchise ecosystem for over two decades, facilitating thousands of successful brand expansions and entrepreneur partnerships. With deep market intelligence, a nationwide network, and a technology-driven lead management system, it enables faster, more targeted franchise rollouts. The platform features over 3,000 business opportunities across 100+ sectors, making it a go-to resource for both established brands and first-time entrepreneurs. FranchiseBAZAR’s proven approach blends strategy, marketing, and execution—ensuring that brands scale sustainably while investors build profitable ventures. Learn more at www.franchisebazar.com.

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