Barespace Raises €2.9M To Scale Its Data-Driven Beauty Platform Globally

The funding round was led by Elkstone Ventures, with support from Dogpatch Labs, Enterprise Ireland, and prominent angel investors, including Barry Napier (CEO of Cubic Telecom), Rick Kelley (former MD of Meta Ireland), Patrick Walsh (CEO of Dogpatch Labs), and Tom Kennedy (co-founder of Hostelworld).

Founded in 2022, Barespace offers a unified software platform that replaces scattered apps and manual processes for salons and barbershops. Since its launch, over 260 businesses in hair, barbering, spa and medical aesthetics have adopted it, streamlining operations and supporting growth.

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Building on this foundation, Barespace combines scheduling, payments, resource planning, marketing, and analytics into one simple platform. Its AI-powered automations save salon owners about 10 hours of manual work per week, while integrated card payments and POS streamline cash flow and cut third-party fees.

Unlike marketplace models, Barespace lets salons keep full control of their data, giving direct access to client, transaction, and inventory information with complete transparency and no hidden fees.

Conor Moules, Co-founder and CEO of Barespace, said that many salons today struggle with fragmented tools, hidden costs, and technology that distracts from creativity and client relationships. He added:

At Barespace, we have reimagined the salon experience with one seamless, AI-driven system for bookings, payments, marketing and more. No clutter. No surprises. Just a platform that works in harmony with the passion and skill behind every salon chair. Salons deserve better and that’s exactly what we’re here to deliver.

Barespace has appointed Brian Caulfield, formerly of Molten Ventures, as Chair of the Board, bringing expertise in fintech and scaling tech companies.

The funding will support expansion into the UK and two more European markets by 2026. The company also plans to grow its team and further develop its AI-driven platform, streamlining core business tools for the hair and beauty industry.

About Barespace

Barespace.io helps beauty businesses grow by unifying scheduling, payments, resource planning, marketing, and analytics in one easy-to-use platform. Its AI-powered automations save time, streamline operations, and reduce fees, giving salons, barbershops, and spas full control over their data while empowering teams to focus on clients and business growth.