The Laser Agent identifies the Certified Pre-Owned laser systems attracting strong buyer interest as practices prioritize hair removal, skin rejuvenation, pigmentation, vascular treatments, tattoo removal, and resurfacing
NOBLESVILLE, Ind., Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Which aesthetic lasers are practices looking for most in 2026?
A new report from The Laser Agent identifies six standout laser platforms attracting strong interest in the Certified Pre-Owned market, led by systems that allow practices to perform highly requested treatments while getting more use from a single equipment investment.
Based on equipment demand and buying trends observed across the aesthetic equipment market, the report highlights the Candela GentleMax Pro, Cynosure Elite+, Lumenis M22, Cynosure PicoSure, Cutera Excel V, and Lumenis UltraPulse among the aesthetic laser systems that practices continue to seek out in 2026.
The findings come as demand for aesthetic laser treatments continues to grow. The global aesthetic laser market is projected to reach approximately $3.6 billion in 2026, with laser hair removal remaining the largest application segment. Practices are also seeing continued opportunities in skin resurfacing, pigmentation correction, vascular treatments, tattoo removal, and noninvasive skin treatments.
"Practices are paying much closer attention to what a laser can actually do for their business," said Deon S., Vice President of The Laser Agent. "The systems generating the most interest are not necessarily the newest or most expensive. Buyers want proven equipment that supports treatments patients are already asking for, works across a useful range of applications, and makes financial sense for the practice."
The Most In-Demand Aesthetic Lasers of 2026
- Candela GentleMax Pro
The Candela GentleMax Pro continues to stand out for practices focused on laser hair removal.
Its combination of a 755 nm Alexandrite laser and 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser allows providers to treat a broader range of skin types while also supporting applications beyond hair removal, including pigmented and vascular lesions.
That versatility is increasingly important for practices that want one platform capable of generating revenue across multiple treatment categories rather than purchasing a separate device for every service.
Laser hair removal itself remains a major driver of equipment demand. Industry research indicates that hair removal represented approximately 29% of the aesthetic laser market in 2025, the largest share among aesthetic laser applications, with continued growth expected in 2026 and beyond. - Cynosure Elite+
The Cynosure Elite+ remains another highly sought-after option for practices that want flexibility from a hair removal platform.
Like the GentleMax Pro, the Elite+ combines 755 nm Alexandrite and 1064 nm Nd:YAG wavelengths, giving practices the ability to perform laser hair removal across a wider variety of skin types while also addressing vascular and pigmentation concerns.
For buyers evaluating Certified Pre-Owned equipment, dual-wavelength systems can be especially attractive because one purchase can support several services and a broader patient base. - Lumenis M22
Demand in 2026 extends well beyond hair removal, and the Lumenis M22 stands out for practices looking to expand into multiple skin treatments.
The M22 is a multi-application platform commonly used for IPL photofacials, pigmentation, vascular concerns, skin rejuvenation, and other aesthetic treatments, depending on its configuration.
Its ability to support several treatment categories makes it particularly appealing to med spas and aesthetic practices looking to expand their menu without filling treatment rooms with multiple standalone systems.
Interest in platforms such as the M22 also reflects a larger shift toward equipment that gives practices greater flexibility as consumer demand moves across pigmentation correction, redness, sun damage, skin texture, and rejuvenation. - Cynosure PicoSure
As tattoo removal and pigmentation treatments remain established aesthetic categories, the Cynosure PicoSure continues to attract attention in the pre-owned market.
PicoSure uses picosecond technology and is widely associated with tattoo removal, pigmentation treatments, and skin revitalization applications.
For practices considering tattoo removal, the appeal goes beyond adding another one-time treatment. Tattoo removal generally requires a series of sessions, creating the potential for recurring appointments while allowing practices to serve patients looking to fade or remove unwanted tattoos.
The continued interest in picosecond technology also reflects demand for equipment capable of treating both tattoo ink and certain pigmentation concerns from one platform. - Cutera Excel V
The Cutera Excel V remains a notable choice for practices that want to build or expand vascular and pigmentation services.
The dual-wavelength system is designed for a wide range of vascular and dermatologic applications and is commonly used to address concerns such as facial redness, visible vessels, rosacea, vascular lesions, and pigmentation.
As practices look beyond traditional hair removal and add more specialized skin treatments, systems capable of targeting vascular concerns can help broaden the types of patients and conditions a practice can serve. - Lumenis UltraPulse
For practices focused on more advanced resurfacing, the Lumenis UltraPulse continues to hold a place among sought-after aesthetic systems.
The CO2 laser platform is used for skin resurfacing, wrinkle reduction, scar treatments, and other procedures requiring deeper fractional or ablative resurfacing capabilities.
Demand for systems such as UltraPulse reflects continued patient interest in treatments targeting visible signs of aging, uneven texture, scars, and skin damage.
Unlike platforms built primarily around higher-volume treatments such as hair removal, advanced resurfacing systems give dermatology and aesthetic practices the ability to add higher-value procedures for patients seeking more significant skin renewal.
Versatility Is Becoming a Bigger Part of the Buying Decision
One trend connects many of the systems attracting attention in 2026: practices want more from every equipment purchase.
A laser that supports several treatment applications can allow a practice to serve more patients, introduce additional services, and reduce the need to invest in multiple devices.
This is helping maintain demand for established platforms such as the GentleMax Pro, Elite+, and M22, even as manufacturers continue to introduce newer systems.
"New equipment gets a lot of attention when it launches, but new does not automatically mean it is the right investment for every practice," Deon S. said. "A proven Certified Pre-Owned system may already perform the treatments a practice wants to offer at a significantly different acquisition cost. That is why understanding both patient demand and equipment capabilities matters before buying."
Certified Pre-Owned Equipment Gives Practices Another Way to Invest
The growing aesthetic laser market is creating opportunities for practices, but equipment costs remain one of the biggest considerations when adding a new treatment.
Certified Pre-Owned equipment can give buyers access to established laser technology without requiring the same capital investment as purchasing a comparable system new.
The Laser Agent is a Certified Pre-Owned laser equipment dealer, not a broker marketing equipment owned by unrelated third parties. The company maintains its own inventory of aesthetic, cosmetic, and medical equipment and works directly with practices looking to buy or sell systems.
Each Certified Pre-Owned laser goes through The Laser Agent's comprehensive 50-point inspection process, with equipment inspected and tested in-house by technicians before shipment.
Buyers can also review available financing options, request video demonstrations when available, arrange nationwide shipping, and access post-purchase service and equipment support.
What the 2026 Rankings Mean for Practices
The report suggests that the strongest equipment demand is centered around systems tied to established, frequently requested treatment categories rather than technology for technology's sake.
Hair removal remains particularly important, while practices are also investing in equipment for skin rejuvenation, pigmentation, vascular concerns, resurfacing, and tattoo removal.
For a practice preparing to purchase equipment, The Laser Agent recommends starting with the treatments it intends to offer, the patients it expects to serve, and how frequently the system can realistically be used. From there, buyers can compare wavelengths, applications, handpieces, system configurations, service requirements, acquisition costs, and financing options.
Medical and aesthetic professionals can visitwww.thelaseragent.com to browse Certified Pre-Owned aesthetic, cosmetic, and medical laser equipment, compare available systems, request a quote, schedule a video demonstration, or explore financing options.
About The Laser Agent
The Laser Agent is a leading dealer of Certified Pre-Owned aesthetic, cosmetic, and medical laser equipment serving med spas, dermatology clinics, plastic surgery practices, laser clinics, and other medical and aesthetic professionals.
The company buys, sells, services, and supports professional laser systems from leading manufacturers. Unlike equipment brokers, The Laser Agent owns the systems it sells and manages the inspection, servicing, testing, and sale of equipment from its own inventory.
Every Certified Pre-Owned laser system undergoes a comprehensive 50-point inspection process before shipment. The Laser Agent also provides financing options, nationwide shipping support, video demonstrations when available, and post-purchase equipment service and support.
For more information, visitwww.thelaseragent.com.
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