Cynosure

What Cynosure does

Cynosure Lutronic is a global medical aesthetics technology company specializing in energy-based devices — primarily laser and radiofrequency (RF) systems — sold to dermatologists, plastic surgeons, medical spas, OB/GYNs, dental and veterinary practices across more than 130 countries. The company was formed in 2024 when South Korea-based private equity firm Hahn & Company acquired US-based Cynosure LLC and merged it with Lutronic Corporation, combining 60 years of product innovation into a unified portfolio headquartered in Westford, Massachusetts with regional offices in Singapore (APAC HQ) and Hamburg (Europe). Its flagship platforms include XERF (the world's first multi-frequency monopolar RF system combining 6.78 MHz and 2 MHz for structural skin tightening), Clarity II (dual-wavelength 755/1064nm laser hair removal with IntelliTrak), DermaV (532/1064nm vascular and pigment workstation), Genius (RF microneedling with real-time impedance monitoring), PicoSure Pro (755nm picosecond laser for pigment and tattoos), Mosaic 3D and eCO2 3D fractional resurfacing systems, and Ultra (1927nm thulium laser).

The business operates a capital equipment model: devices are priced in the $120K-$300K range and sold through a combination of direct field sales (North America, Europe, APAC) and exclusive international distribution partners (Seriderm for UK/Ireland/France/North Africa with $100M+ commitment, Amico Aesthetics for Middle East). Revenue is generated through three streams: medical aesthetic device sales (hardware), service and support contracts backed by 35+ service vans and 5 US warehouses with 24/7 technical support, and consumables/accessories including treatment tips, ampoules, and specialized topicals. The company holds extensive patent portfolios across the US, Korea, Europe, Japan, and Brazil, and has secured regulatory clearances including FDA, EU MDR CE Mark, China NMPA, and Japan PMDA across its portfolio. Leadership includes CEO Nadav Tomer (former Johnson & Johnson DePuy Synthes Spine Global President), CFO Bob Howe, COO Jae Hoon Yoo, and SVP R&D Min Shin, with regional commercial heads Chris Aronson (North America), Hauke Harms (International), and Seonho Han (Korea/Japan).

Name

Cynosure

Legal name

Cynosure LLC

Website

https://cynosure.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Cynosure Lutronic is a global medical aesthetics company that develops and sells laser and radiofrequency energy-based devices to dermatologists, plastic surgeons, medical spas, and aesthetic clinics across more than 130 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Aesthetic Devices

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Laser & Energy-Based Dermatology (HLAKACAF)

Keywords

• Medical aesthetic devices
• Laser aesthetic systems
• Radiofrequency skin tightening
• Energy-based aesthetics
• Medical aesthetic equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Westford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Medical Aesthetic Device Sales: Sale of capital equipment including laser and RF platforms to healthcare providers, dermatologists, plastic surgeons, med spas, and aesthetic clinics. Equipment pricing varies by system complexity and capability.
2. Service and Support Contracts: Technical service, maintenance, and support services for installed base. 24/7 customer service and 24-48 hour technical response time for warranty or contract customers. More than 35 service vans and 5 warehouses across the United States.
3. Consumables and Accessories: Sale of consumable products including treatment tips, ampoules, and specialized topicals for use with laser and RF systems. Low consumable expense cited as key benefit for certain platforms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Cynosure designs, develops, manufactures, and sells light-based and energy-based aesthetic and medical treatment systems—including laser, radiofrequency (RF), and picosecond platforms—for healthcare providers performing non-invasive cosmetic and medical procedures. The portfolio covers skin revitalization, body contouring, hair removal, tattoo removal, vascular and pigment treatments, and women's health applications.

Product overview

Cynosure Lutronic is a global medical aesthetics technology company formed through the 2024 merger of Cynosure and Lutronic Corporation (backed by Hahn & Company), combining over 60 years of product innovation. The company operates as a unified portfolio of energy-based devices spanning laser, radiofrequency (RF), and complementary aesthetic technologies across over 130 countries. The core product portfolio includes XERF (multifrequency monopolar RF skin tightening), Clarity II (dual-wavelength 755/1064nm laser platform), DermaV (532/1064nm vascular/pigment workstation), eCO2 3D (fractional CO2 laser resurfacing), Genius (RF microneedling with intelligent energy delivery), Mosaic 3D (1550nm non-ablative fractional resurfacing), and Ultra (1927nm thulium laser). Supporting platforms include Elite iQ (dual-wavelength aesthetic), PicoSure Pro (picosecond laser for pigment/tattoo removal), Accufit (targeted muscle stimulation), Smartlipo Triplex (laser lipolysis), TempSure Platform (RF for skin tightening/women's health), MonaLisa Touch (gynecologic laser), Vectus (diode hair removal), Cellulaze (cellulose treatment), Icon (multi-application), MedLite C6/RevLite SI (Q-switched Nd:YAG), PrecisionTx (lower face/neck), SculpSure (non-invasive body contouring), Smartskin+ (CO2 resurfacing), Surgitron (RF surgical), FlexSure (wrappable RF), Hollywood Spectra (nano-acoustic laser), and B.E. Beautiful Energy (skincare). The portfolio addresses treatment categories including body contouring, cellulose, hair removal, skin revitalization, tattoo removal, surgical, women's health, and skincare.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• XERF: World's first multifrequency monopolar RF treatment device for structural skin tightening
• Clarity II
• Genius
• Ultra
• PicoSure Pro
• DermaV
• Mosaic 3D
• eCO2 3D

Products and services

• XERF World's first multifrequency monopolar RF system combining 6.78 MHz and 2 MHz frequencies to deliver energy across shallow, middle, and deep skin layers for structural skin tightening with no numbing, needles, or downtime. For healthcare providers offering non-invasive skin tightening treatments.
• Clarity II Dual-wavelength (755nm/1064nm) laser hair removal platform with IntelliTrak technology and cryogen cooling for fast, consistent treatments across all skin types. For aesthetic practitioners and medical spas performing laser hair removal.
• DermaV 532/1064nm dermatological workstation for vascular and pigmented lesion treatment with Variable Sequential Pulsing (VSP), advanced cryogen cooling, and IntelliTrak technology. For dermatologists treating vascular and pigmentary conditions.
• eCO2 3D Next-generation fractional CO2 laser workstation for skin resurfacing with interchangeable tips (120µm, 300µm, 500µm), 40-watt platform, and dual delivery modes for treatments ranging from gentle texture refinement to intensive wrinkle correction. For dermatologists and aesthetic practitioners.
• Genius RF microneedling platform featuring Intelligent Energy Delivery with real-time impedance monitoring and energy adjustment 500 times per second to ensure precise micro-coagulation zones for collagen and elastin stimulation. For dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and aesthetic practitioners.
• Mosaic 3D Next-generation 1550nm non-ablative fractional resurfacing platform combining air-cooled rolling and sapphire-tip stamping with 3D Controlled Chaos Technology for mid-dermal collagen stimulation. For aesthetic practitioners offering skin rejuvenation treatments.
• Ultra 1927nm thulium non-ablative fractional laser for skin revitalization with IntelliTrak rollers, Controlled Chaos Technology, and large 200µm microbeam for treating all skin types year-round. For medical spas and aesthetic clinics.
• PicoSure Pro 755nm picosecond laser for pigmentary conditions, skin revitalization, and tattoo removal; the only picosecond device FDA-cleared to treat melasma, nevus of Ota, and Hori's nevus. For dermatologists and aesthetic practitioners.
• Elite iQ Pro Next-generation dual-wavelength (755nm/1064nm) aesthetic platform for hair removal, vascular and pigment treatments, and wrinkle reduction. For multi-treatment aesthetic practices.
• Accufit Targeted muscle stimulation and strengthening system through precise energy delivery to the abdomen, arms, glutes, thighs, and calves. For aesthetic practitioners offering body contouring treatments.
• Hollywood Spectra World's leading nano-acoustic laser platform for brightening skin, treating melasma, removing tattoos, and additional aesthetic applications. For dermatology and medical spa providers.
• TempSure Platform Versatile 300W monopolar RF platform for surgical and non-surgical aesthetic applications including wrinkle reduction, skin tightening, body contouring, and women's wellness. Sub-products include TempSure Envi, TempSure Firm, TempSure Surgical RF, TempSure Vitalia, and FlexSure wrappable RF applicator. For multi-specialty aesthetic practices.
• MonaLisa Touch Laser technology platform for gynecologic use addressing women's health and vaginal rejuvenation. For OB/GYNs and women's health practitioners.
• Vectus Laser Diode laser system for high-volume hair removal with Skintel melanoma reader for patient safety. For high-throughput medical spas and aesthetic practices.
• Smartlipo Triplex Gold-standard laser lipolysis workstation combining three laser wavelengths for precise fat removal and tissue tightening. For plastic surgeons performing body contouring procedures.
• Surgitron Dual RF 120 Dual radiofrequency surgical technology providing precise incisions and excellent cosmetic results for office and hospital-based surgical procedures. For surgeons and dermatologists.
• Smartskin+ Full-featured CO2 workstation providing highly customizable, cost-effective skin resurfacing options. For dermatologists and aesthetic practices.
• Cellulaze Minimally invasive laser treatment targeting cellulite precisely at the source for long-lasting results. For plastic surgeons and aesthetic practitioners.
• Icon Multi-purpose platform providing a comprehensive range of popular aesthetic treatments including laser hair removal, skin resurfacing, and vascular treatments. For multi-application aesthetic practices.
• SculpSure FDA-cleared non-invasive laser treatment for body and submental fat reduction. For aesthetic practitioners offering non-invasive body contouring.
• PicoSure World's first picosecond aesthetic laser for skin revitalization and pigmentary treatments. For dermatologists and medical spa providers.
• B.E. Beautiful Energy Replenishing Face & Neck Mask Immediately hydrating and soothing replenishing face and neck mask for compromised, dry skin. Sold as a skincare consumable.
• Service and Support Contracts 24/7 customer service and 24-48 hour technical response for warranty or contract customers, supported by 35+ service vans and 5 warehouses across the United States. For installed-base customers of Cynosure Lutronic devices.

Quantifiable outcome

• XERF device surpassed 2,000 global installations in under two years
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• SeridermcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 22 December 2025Expanded long-term collaboration into multiple territories including UK, Ireland, France, and North Africa. Contractual commitment of over $100 million to strengthen Cynosure Lutronic's market access and support healthcare professionals with broad portfolio of technologies.
• Amico AestheticscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2024Exclusive distribution agreement in Middle East covering Saudi Arabia and UAE, strengthening Cynosure Lutronic's presence in the region as part of global commercial expansion.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Alma Lasers: Alma Lasers develops and markets a comprehensive portfolio of laser, RF, ultrasound and plasma-based aesthetic and medical devices worldwide, including platforms for hair removal, body contouring, skin rejuvenation and women's wellness — a near-direct competitor to Cynosure Lutronic across essentially all energy-based aesthetic categories.
• Sciton: Sciton produces broadband-light and laser aesthetic platforms (BBL, Halo, Joule) for skin rejuvenation, resurfacing and hair removal, making it a direct technology competitor to Cynosure Lutronic's PicoSure, Mosaic 3D, eCO2 3D and Clarity II lines.
• Candela Medical: Candela (formerly Syneron) develops aesthetic and medical laser systems (GentleLase, Vbeam, CO2RE) widely adopted by dermatologists and plastic surgeons, directly competing with Cynosure Lutronic across hair removal, vascular and skin resurfacing categories.
• Cutera: Cutera designs, manufactures and markets laser and energy-based aesthetic systems (e.g., Excel V, truSculpt, Secret RF) for dermatologists, plastic surgeons and med-spas; it competes head-to-head with Cynosure Lutronic in vascular/pigment lasers, RF microneedling and body contouring.
• InMode: InMode develops and commercializes minimally invasive and noninvasive aesthetic platforms using RF, laser and IPL technologies (BodyTite, Morpheus8, Evoke) for body contouring and skin tightening, directly competing with Cynosure Lutronic's RF microneedling (Genius), TempSure, and XERF franchises.
• Solta Medical: Solta Medical (part of Bausch Health) produces aesthetic energy devices including Thermage FLX, Fraxel, Clear+Brilliant and VASER lipo, directly overlapping Cynosure Lutronic's skin tightening and resurfacing franchises (TempSure, Mosaic 3D, eCO2, PrecisionTx).
• BTL Industries: BTL manufactures non-invasive body shaping, skin tightening and pelvic floor strengthening systems (EmSculpt, Exilis, BTL Emsella) that overlap with Cynosure Lutronic's SculpSure, TempSure and Accufit platforms across the same med-spa and dermatology customer base.
• Lumenis: Lumenis is one of the original pioneers and global leaders in energy-based medical aesthetic devices, offering laser and IPL platforms across hair removal, skin resurfacing and ophthalmology — directly overlapping Cynosure Lutronic's product breadth and serving many of the same dermatology and med-spa customers.

Emerging players

• Aerolase: Aerolase makes compact, portable Nd:YAG 1064nm aesthetic laser systems (Era Elite, Neo Elite) for hair removal, pigmentation and skin rejuvenation, targeting the same dermatology and med-spa segment as Cynosure Lutronic but with a lighter-weight product set.
• Venus Concept: Venus Concept manufactures energy-based devices (Venus Versa, Venus Legacy, NeoGraft) for body contouring, skin tightening and hair restoration, competing with Cynosure Lutronic in non-invasive aesthetic procedures for med-spas and physician offices.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/smartlipolaser
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cynosure-inc.
• Instagraminstagram.com/cynosurelasers
• TikToktiktok.com/@cynosurelutronic
• Xx.com/cynosure_erica

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A5 records

Investments

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