DEKA Laser
DEKA Laser is an Italian medical laser device manufacturer founded in 1991, serving physicians and surgeons globally with 40+ CO2, Alexandrite, Nd:YAG, microwave, and magnetic-stimulation systems across aesthetics, intimate health, and surgical markets. Wholly-owned subsidiary of El.En. S.p.A.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1991
- HeadquartersCalenzano, Italy
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What DEKA Laser does
DEKA Laser (legal entity: Deka M.E.L.A. S.r.l.) is an Italian medical laser systems manufacturer headquartered in Calenzano, near Florence. Founded in 1991 as part of the El.En. Group, the company designs, develops, and produces energy-based medical devices organized into three divisions: DEKA Aesthetics, DEKA Intimate (MonaLisa Touch, DUOGlide for women's intimate health), and DEKA Surgical (ENT, gynecology, neurosurgery, wound healing). The 40+ product portfolio includes CO2 laser platforms (SmartXide, Glide, DUOGlide, Tetra PRO), Alexandrite and Nd:YAG hair-removal systems (MOTUS series, Again series), Q-switched pico/nano lasers (TORO, SmartPICO), microwave body-contouring devices (Onda PRO), TOP FMS magnetic stimulation platforms (Schwarzy, Dr. Arnold), and IPL/multi-technology workstations (PRISMA, Luxea Plus). Proprietary technology platforms include Pulse Shape Design (PSD), CoolPeel, Coolwaves, Moveo multipass Alexandrite, and dual-wavelength CO2 + 1540 nm, supported by an in-house R&D laboratory and a Clinical Practice and Research division.
DEKA monetizes primarily through capital hardware sales of medical laser systems to physicians, dermatologists, gynecologists, surgeons, and medical-spa operators, complemented by recurring revenue from training (DEKA Academy), consumables, and after-sales service through its dealer network. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Distribution is largely indirect via exclusive regional partners, including Cartessa Aesthetics (USA/Canada), Geomedics (India), Tecnoimagen (Argentina), Tower Beauty Trading (Iraq), and TRADI GAT (Israel), supplemented by direct field sales and area managers in Italy and select international territories. End customers include medical spas, dermatology clinics, gynecology practices, hospitals, and surgical centers; the company reports holding the number-one market position in Italy and identifies the United States as its most profitable market.
The company's competitive position rests on 30+ years of accumulated laser-engineering know-how, a clinical evidence library, and category-defining firsts: first laser lipolysis (SmartLipo, 1990s), first fractional CO2 (DOT Therapy, 2005-2010), first CO2 vaginal treatment (MonaLisa Touch), first multipass Alexandrite (Moveo, 2010-2015), and first microwave body contouring (Coolwaves, 2015-2020). Recent momentum is evidenced by 30%+ branded-product sales growth in 2022 vs 2021, the 2024 launch of TORO, and the 2026 launch of PHYSIQ 360, winner of the AMWC Award for Best Non-invasive Body Shaping Technology. DEKA is a wholly-owned subsidiary of El.En. S.p.A., publicly traded on the Milan Stock Exchange, which provides stable capital access and shared services across the group's laser businesses.
DEKA Laser firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- DEKA Laser
- Legal name
- Deka M.E.L.A. S.r.l.
- Website
- https://dekalaser.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1991
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- DEKA Laser is an Italian medical laser device manufacturer founded in 1991, serving physicians and surgeons globally with 40+ CO2, Alexandrite, Nd:YAG, microwave, and magnetic-stimulation systems across aesthetics, intimate health, and surgical markets. Wholly-owned subsidiary of El.En. S.p.A.
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DEKA Laser industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Medical Aesthetic Laser Systems
- NAICS
- Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391)
- SIC
- Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Energy-Based Surgical Devices (Electrosurgery, RF, Ultrasonic, Laser) (HLAHADAC)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Laser & Energy-Based Dermatology (HLAKACAF)
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Where DEKA Laser is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Calenzano
- HQ country
- Italy
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
DEKA Laser business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Medical Laser Hardware Sales: Sale of medical laser systems and aesthetic devices including CO2 lasers, Alexandrite lasers, Nd:YAG lasers, IPL systems, and specialized platforms for surgical, aesthetic, and intimate health applications. Products are sold directly and through distribution partners globally.
- Professional Services and Training: DEKA Academy provides hands-on training workshops and seminars at headquarters in Florence, Italy. Additional service offerings include technical support, maintenance, and clinical support services through the dealer network.
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels8 records
DEKA Laser product offering
Product offeringCore offering
DEKA Laser (Deka M.E.L.A. S.r.l.) designs, manufactures and markets medical laser and energy-based systems for physicians and clinics across three product divisions: DEKA Aesthetics (laser and light-based platforms for hair removal, skin rejuvenation, body contouring, tattoo removal and vascular treatments), DEKA Intimate (CO2 laser systems for women's intimate health such as MonaLisa Touch procedures), and DEKA Surgical (CO2 laser platforms for ENT, gynecology, neurosurgery, proctology and wound healing). The portfolio includes more than 40 devices built on proprietary technologies including Pulse Shape Design (PSD), Moveo, CoolPeel, Coolwaves, TOP FMS and dual-wavelength CO2.
Product overview
DEKA Laser, a company of El.En. Group, designs and manufactures medical laser systems across three divisions: DEKA Aesthetics (30+ products for aesthetic medicine including hair removal, body shaping, skin rejuvenation, and vascular treatments), DEKA Intimate (laser technologies for women's intimate health including MonaLisa Touch procedures), and DEKA Surgical (CO2 laser platforms for ENT, gynecology, neurosurgery, and wound healing). The portfolio includes Alexandrite and Nd:YAG lasers (MOTUS, Again series), Q-Switched picosecond/nanosecond lasers (TORO), CO2 lasers (SmartXide, Glide, Tetra PRO, DUOGlide), microwave systems (Onda PRO for body contouring), IPL and multi-technology platforms (PRISMA, Luxea Plus), and magnetic stimulation devices (Schwarzy, Dr. Arnold). Key technology families include Moveo technology for efficient hair removal, PSD (Pulse Shape Design) technology for precise laser control, CoolPeel for gentle skin resurfacing, and TOP FMS for non-invasive muscle stimulation. The company operates from Calenzano, Italy, and serves global markets through distribution partners including Cartessa Aesthetics for the USA.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- DEKA Aesthetics: Technologies for aesthetic medicine including laser systems for skin rejuvenation, hair removal, body shaping, and vascular treatments.
- DEKA Intimate
- DEKA Surgical
- DEKA Academy
- DEKA Club
- DEKA Mag
- Exolight
- MonaLisa Touch
- CoolPeel
Products and services
- Onda PRO Microwave-based non-invasive body contouring and firming system using Coolwaves technology at 2.45 GHz for fat reduction and skin tightening; targeted at aesthetic medicine practitioners and medical spas.
- HELIX Advanced skin resurfacing platform combining ablative CO2 (10,600 nm) and non-ablative laser (1,570 nm) for fractional skin treatments; for dermatologists and aesthetic physicians.
- PRISMA Multi-layer aesthetic platform combining Advanced IPL, Radio Frequency (RF) and Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS) for synergistic face-lifting; for medical spas and aesthetic clinics.
- PHYSIQ 360 Non-invasive body shaping system combining Laser (LZR) and Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS), designed for operator-free body contouring; for aesthetic clinics and medical spas.
- TORO Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser combining picosecond and nanosecond emissions at 3 wavelengths (785 nm, 532 nm, 1064 nm) for tattoo removal, pigmented lesions and skin rejuvenation; for dermatologists and aesthetic clinics.
- SmartXide Punto CO2 laser with PSD technology enabling CoolPeel treatments for skin rejuvenation with controlled downtime; for aesthetic physicians and dermatologists.
- Schwarzy Body toning system using TOP FMS (Top Flat Magnetic Stimulation) technology for non-invasive muscle strengthening and body remodeling; for aesthetic and sports medicine clinics.
- MOTUS Series (AX, AY, AZ, AZ+, PRO) Alexandrite laser hair removal platforms (MOTUS AX, AY, AZ, AZ+, PRO) using Moveo technology for efficient multi-pass treatments; for medical aesthetic clinics and dermatologists.
- RedTouch / RedTouch PRO NIR 675 nm laser specifically designed to act on collagen for skin tightening treatments; for dermatologists and aesthetic physicians.
- Tetra PRO Advanced CO2 laser platform for dermatological applications with scanner systems; for dermatologists and surgical specialists.
- DUOGlide (Derma) Dual wavelength CO2 laser (10,600 nm + 1,540 nm) combining two technologies for enhanced dermatological treatments; for dermatologists and aesthetic clinics.
- Excilite MEL 308 nm UVB excimer lamp for dermatological treatments including psoriasis, vitiligo and atopic dermatitis; for dermatologists.
- Luxea Plus Multi-technology aesthetic platform integrating IPL, Nd:YAG 1064 nm, QS Nd:YAG 1064/532 nm, Diode 980 nm, Fractional 1340 nm and RF for diverse aesthetic treatments; for medical spas and clinics.
- SmartPICO Picosecond laser technology for tattoo removal and pigmented lesion treatments; for dermatologists and aesthetic clinics.
- Synchro VasQ Dye laser at 595 nm for vascular lesion treatments; for dermatologists and vascular treatment specialists.
- Onda / Onda Plus Microwave-based body contouring systems for non-invasive fat reduction using Coolwaves technology; for aesthetic clinics and medical spas.
- Lipo AI 1444 nm laser technology for laser-assisted lipolysis procedures; for plastic surgeons and aesthetic physicians.
- Glide (Derma) CO2 laser system for photo-rejuvenation with PSD technology and SmartStack function for controlled treatments; for dermatologists and aesthetic clinics.
- SmartXide PRO Advanced CO2 laser platform for dermatological surgery and skin treatments; for dermatologists and dermatological surgeons.
- Again / Again PRO / Again PRO PLUS Alexandrite and Nd:YAG laser platform for hair removal, vascular treatments and photo-rejuvenation with optimized power levels; for aesthetic clinics and dermatologists.
- Studio Aesthetic laser workstation for various treatment applications; for medical spas and aesthetic clinics.
- Denave Product in the DEKA Aesthetics portfolio for dermatology/aesthetic applications.
- SmartXide² (Surgical) — ENT, GYN, NEURO, WH, TRIO variants CO2 laser platform for surgical applications in ENT, gynecology, neurosurgery and wound healing with HiScan and MicroScan scanning systems; for hospitals and surgical specialists.
- SmartXide Touch SurgiCO CO2 laser with scanner for advanced proctological surgery using the ProctoScan system; for proctologists and colorectal surgeons.
- SmartXide HS Scanner-assisted CO2 laser system for ENT microsurgery and gynecology with ESLA Ablation and specific protocols; for ENT surgeons and gynecologists.
- DUOGlide (Intimate / GYN) Dual wavelength CO2 laser (10,600 nm + 1,540 nm) for gynecological intimate health treatments; for gynecologists and urogynecologists.
- Glide (Intimate / GYN) CO2 laser for gynecological intimate procedures; for gynecologists and women's health practitioners.
- SmartXide Touch V²LR Fractional CO2 laser with Hi-Scan V²LR for MonaLisa Touch vaginal health treatments; for gynecologists and women's intimate health specialists.
- Tetra PRO GYN CO2 laser configured for gynecological applications; for gynecologists and women's health clinics.
- Dr. Arnold TOP FMS (Flat Magnetic Stimulation) device for pelvic floor rehabilitation and muscle toning; for gynecologists, urogynecologists and physiotherapy clinics.
- Exolight Exosome-based treatment booster designed to enhance DEKA laser procedure outcomes; for physicians using DEKA systems.
- US-20D CO2 dental laser for the USA and Canada markets; for dental practitioners.
- SmartXide Ultraspeed 2 CO2 laser system for dental applications in USA and Canada; for dental surgeons.
- SmartPerio Nd:YAG laser for periodontal dental applications in USA; for periodontists and dental surgeons.
- BodyESTIQ Body contouring device for the USA market; for medical spas and aesthetic clinics.
- DEKA Academy Training Program Hands-on training workshops and seminars at DEKA headquarters in Florence, Italy, conducted by clinical experts focusing on recent applications and hands-on training with DEKA laser devices; for physicians, distributors and clinical staff.
Quantifiable outcome
- Over 30% sales growth in branded products compared to 2021
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use DEKA Laser
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
DEKA Laser technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature8 records
DEKA Laser partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Tower Beauty TradingcoreEstablished in 2016, Tower Beauty Trading began collaboration with DEKA at the end of 2018, serving the challenging Iraqi market with dedicated distribution and strong customer relationships.
- Geomedics (India)coreGeomedics pharma Pvt Ltd has been DEKA's exclusive partner in India since 2008, promoting the importance of medical engineering with tissue interaction. Has installed approximately 1600 CE/FDA-approved DEKA medical devices in India.
- Cartessa AestheticscoreCartessa Aesthetics serves as DEKA's exclusive distribution partner for the USA and Canada markets, distributing aesthetic laser products including Onda PRO, TORO, PRISMA, HELIX, PHYSIQ 360, TETRA PRO, MOTUS PRO, and SMARTXIDE2 TRIO. The partnership has made the USA DEKA's most profitable market.
- TecnoimagencoreFounded by Dario Cordenons, Tecnoimagen has been DEKA's exclusive representative in Argentina for over two decades. The partnership focuses on medical technology transformation of healthcare in Argentina.
- TRADI GATcoreDEKA's distribution partner in Israel, representing DEKA products in the Israeli market.
- Villa Donatello ClinicminorFlorence-based medical clinic that hosts DEKA Academy training workshops and seminars, providing hands-on education facilities for DEKA's educational programs.
- Global Research Centers, Medical Facilities, and UniversitiesminorDEKA collaborates with important research centers, medical facilities, and universities globally for R&D and clinical validation of laser technologies.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights7 records
DEKA Laser competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Cynosure (Hologic): Direct competitor offering laser and energy-based devices for hair removal, skin rejuvenation, and body contouring. Both target dermatologists and medical aesthetic practices with multi-application platforms comparable to DEKA's MOTUS, SmartXide, and Onda lines.
- Sciton: Direct competitor in premium aesthetic and surgical laser platforms (BBL, Halo, Joule). Competes with DEKA in fractional resurfacing and skin rejuvenation, often in same accounts.
- Alma Lasers: Direct peer in medical aesthetic and surgical laser platforms (Soprano, Accent, Harmony). Competes head-to-head with DEKA across hair removal, body shaping, and skin rejuvenation with similar multi-application product strategy.
- Fotona: Direct peer in Er:YAG and Nd:YAG systems (LightWalker, Dynamis, StarWalker) for aesthetics, dental, and gynecology — a similar multi-specialty laser OEM profile to DEKA.
- Lumenis (Boston Scientific): Direct peer with strong CO2 and fiber laser offerings overlapping DEKA's SmartXide and DUOGlide franchises in aesthetics, gynecology, and surgical specialties.
- InMode: Direct competitor in body contouring, skin tightening, and fractional RF/laser platforms. Particularly aggressive in the same body shaping and intimate health indications DEKA pursues with Onda PRO and MonaLisa Touch.
- Cutera: Direct peer in aesthetic energy-based devices (enlighten, truSculpt, Excel V) targeting the same dermatology and med-spa accounts as DEKA's SmartPICO, Onda, and Synchro VasQ.
- Quanta System: Italian peer (also part of El.En. competitor ecosystem historically) offering Discovery Pico, Thunder, and Youlaser series — directly comparable technologies to DEKA's TORO and MOTUS across tattoo, hair removal, and aesthetics.
- Candela (Syneron Candela): Direct peer with Picoway, Gentle series, and Vbeam overlapping DEKA's TORO, MOTUS, and Synchro VasQ platforms across pigmentation, hair removal, and vascular indications.
Broad incumbents
- Solta Medical (Bausch Health): Broader incumbent with Thermage, Fraxel, Clear+Brilliant competing against DEKA's skin rejuvenation and body shaping lines, leveraging the parent Bausch Health commercial reach.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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DEKA Laser leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
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Frequently asked questions about DEKA Laser
What does DEKA Laser do?
DEKA Laser (Deka M.E.L.A. S.r.l.) designs, manufactures and markets medical laser and energy-based systems for physicians and clinics across three product divisions: DEKA Aesthetics (laser and light-based platforms for hair removal, skin rejuvenation, body contouring, tattoo removal and vascular treatments), DEKA Intimate (CO2 laser systems for women's intimate health such as MonaLisa Touch procedures), and DEKA Surgical (CO2 laser platforms for ENT, gynecology, neurosurgery, proctology and wound healing). The portfolio includes more than 40 devices built on proprietary technologies including Pulse Shape Design (PSD), Moveo, CoolPeel, Coolwaves, TOP FMS and dual-wavelength CO2.
Is DEKA Laser a public or private company?
DEKA Laser is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was DEKA Laser founded?
DEKA Laser was founded in 1991. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is DEKA Laser based?
DEKA Laser is headquartered in Calenzano, Italy, in the Europe region.
How does DEKA Laser make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Medical Laser Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are professional Services and Training.
Who are DEKA Laser's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Cynosure (Hologic), Sciton, Alma Lasers, Fotona, Lumenis (Boston Scientific), InMode, Cutera, Quanta System and Candela (Syneron Candela). Solta Medical (Bausch Health) is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does DEKA Laser have an API?
No public API is recorded for DEKA Laser.
What industry is DEKA Laser in?
DEKA Laser's product category is Medical Aesthetic Laser Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAHADAC, Energy-Based Surgical Devices (Electrosurgery, RF, Ultrasonic, Laser), with a secondary code of HLAKACAF, Laser & Energy-Based Dermatology. Its NAICS code is 339112 and its SIC code is 3841.