Skintec

What Skintec does

Skintec Comercial Importadora e Exportadora LTDA is a privately held Brazilian medical aesthetics distributor headquartered in São Paulo, operating for more than 25 years in the Brazilian market with 51-100 employees. The company is the exclusive Brazilian distributor for two global medical device manufacturers: InMode (Israel), whose portfolio includes BodyTite, Morpheus8, Morpheus8 V, AccuTite, FaceTite, Empower RF, and Transform X; and Lutronic (Korea), whose laser systems include ULTRA (Thulium 1927nm), Derma V (Nd:YAG), and Millennium. Skintec also distributes or markets complementary platforms such as Deep Slim (patented ultrasound for lipedema), CMSlim (HI-EMT at 7 Tesla), HERA (multi-frequency RF), Oligio X (monopolar RF), Laser MIIN, Renuva 1550, and Enerjet (jet volumetric remodeling).

The business model is B2B hardware distribution of high-value capital aesthetic equipment to licensed medical professionals — primarily dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and aesthetic physicians operating clinics across Brazil. Revenue is generated through direct sales of devices, supplemented by recurring consumable revenue (disposable Morpheus8 needle cartridges, applicators), and supported by Skintec Academy training, certification programs, and a clinic finder tool that drives patient demand to certified providers. Go-to-market combines a direct commercial sales team, inside sales via WhatsApp and phone, presence at major congresses (IMCAS, AMWC, Jornada Paulista, Bot), and national media campaigns for flagship products such as Transform X, ULTRA, and Morpheus8. The company has also established financing partnerships with Banco Santander and Banco DLL to facilitate installment-based equipment purchases.

Distribution is exclusively national (Brazil-only) and the customer base is fragmented across the SMB aesthetic clinic segment. Product launches have been consistent across 2021-2024, with multiple new platform introductions each year. The company operates in a regulatory environment requiring ANVISA approval for medical devices, and several products carry FDA and CE clearances supporting premium positioning. No ownership structure, parent company, or external funding is disclosed in the available sources.

Name

Skintec

Legal name

Skintec Comercial Importadora e Exportadora LTDA

Website

https://skintec.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Skintec is a São Paulo-based, privately held exclusive Brazilian distributor of high-end medical aesthetics equipment from InMode and Lutronic, serving dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and aesthetic clinics with a portfolio spanning lasers, RF, ultrasound, and electromagnetic muscle stimulation technologies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Aesthetics Equipment

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Dermatology & Aesthetics Pharmaceuticals (HLAIAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Professional Skincare & Facial Treatments (CRABALAF)

Keywords

• Medical aesthetics equipment
• Aesthetic laser systems
• Radiofrequency devices
• Body contouring technology
• Dermatology equipment distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

São Paulo

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Aesthetics Equipment Sales: Skintec generates revenue primarily through the sale and distribution of high-tech medical aesthetics equipment (lasers, RF devices, body contouring systems) sourced from InMode and Lutronic to Brazilian physicians, dermatologists, and aesthetic clinics. The model involves capital equipment sales with likely service and maintenance contracts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Skintec distributes and sells medical aesthetics capital equipment — including radiofrequency platforms, lasers, ultrasound body-contouring systems, and electromagnetic muscle stimulation devices — to dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and aesthetic clinics in Brazil. Its portfolio is sourced under exclusive distribution agreements with global manufacturers InMode and Lutronic, supplemented by proprietary technologies (Deep Slim, CMSlim, Hipex). The company supports customers with clinical training through the Skintec Academy, field application support, and a national service network.

Product overview

Skintec offers a comprehensive portfolio of medical-aesthetic technologies distributed in Brazil, featuring multiple platform-based systems. The core portfolio includes radiofrequency devices (Morpheus Pro, Morpheus8 V, HERA, Ignite RF, Oligio X, BodyTite, Empower RF, Transform X), laser platforms (Renuva 1550, Laser MIIN, ULTRA, Derma V, Millennium), ultrasound technology (Deep Slim), and electromagnetic muscle stimulation (CMSlim with Hipex). These technologies serve body contouring, facial rejuvenation, intimate health, hair treatments, and skin resurfacing applications. The company distributes globally-developed platforms including InMode devices (BodyTite, Morpheus, Empower RF, Transform X) and Lutronic lasers (ULTRA, Derma V, Millennium), complemented by proprietary solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Skintec Academy: Educational platform offering webinars, workshops, and exclusive content about Skintec technologies for medical professionals.

Products and services

• Deep Slim

Quantifiable outcome

• BodyTite technology delivers up to 47% skin contraction using RFAL
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature14 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• InModecoreTechnology or IntegrationSkintec is the exclusive Brazilian distributor for InMode's portfolio of medical aesthetics technologies, including BodyTite (RFAL), Morpheus8 (RF micro-needling), Morpheus8 V (women's intimate health), AccuTite, FaceTite, Empower RF, and Transform X. InMode is an Israeli medical technology company specializing in minimally invasive aesthetic procedures. Skintec participates in InMode Summits and training programs.
• LutroniccoreTechnology or IntegrationSkintec distributes Lutronic's laser technologies in Brazil, including ULTRA (Thulium 1927nm), Derma V (Nd:YAG), and Millennium (hyper-surge laser). Lutronic is a global leader in laser-based medical and aesthetic technologies. The partnership was announced publicly at IMCAS 2023 with Skintec presenting Lutronic innovations to the Brazilian market.
• Banco SantanderminorOthersSkintec partners with Banco Santander for payment processing, enabling credit card sales and financing options for customers purchasing medical equipment.
• Banco DLLminorOthersSkintec partners with Banco DLL for payment processing, specifically for credit card transaction evaluation and approval, facilitating equipment sales through installment payments.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• BTL Group: Czech-based global manufacturer of non-invasive aesthetic equipment (Emsculpt, Emface, Exilis) with direct Brazil presence. Emsculpt directly competes with Skintec's CMSlim (both target muscle stimulation/fat reduction), making BTL the most direct global competitor in Skintec's portfolio.
• IBRAMED: Brazilian manufacturer of medical aesthetic and physiotherapy equipment offering competing radiofrequency, ultrasound, and electrotherapy platforms. Direct domestic competitor to Skintec in the Brazilian aesthetic equipment market, focused on professional clinics.
• HTM Equipamentos: Brazilian manufacturer and distributor of aesthetic and medical equipment including RF, laser, and body contouring devices. Competes directly with Skintec for Brazilian clinic wallet share across similar product categories.
• KLD Biosistemas: Brazilian manufacturer of medical aesthetic equipment (lasers, RF, LED therapy systems) targeting dermatologists and aesthetic clinics. Direct competitor to Skintec in the same Brazilian professional channel.

Broad incumbents

• Cynosure: US-based global manufacturer of aesthetic laser and RF platforms (PicoSure, TempSure, Potenza) with established Brazil distribution. Competes with Skintec's Lutronic laser portfolio in clinic RF and laser categories.
• Lumenis: Israeli global leader in energy-based medical aesthetic devices (M22, Splendor X) with Brazil presence via distribution. Competes broadly with Skintec's laser and RF portfolio across dermatology and plastic surgery channels.
• Cutera: US-based manufacturer of laser and energy-based aesthetic devices (enlighten, truSculpt, Secret RF) with international distribution including Latin America. Overlaps with Skintec's RF and laser offerings in clinic settings.
• Venus Concept: Global manufacturer of non-invasive aesthetic devices (Venus Legacy, Venus Viva, Venus Bliss) with international distribution. Competes with Skintec's RF microneedling (Morpheus8) and body contouring (Transform X) categories.
• Solta Medical: US-based manufacturer owned by Bausch Health producing Thermage, Fraxel, and Clear+Brilliant — directly competing RF and laser platforms distributed globally including Brazil. Category competitor in dermatology clinics.

Emerging players

• Pollogen: Israeli developer of RF and OxyGeneo aesthetic technologies (TriLipo, VoluDerm) with selective Latin America distribution. Specializes in non-invasive body contouring and skin resurfacing, partially overlapping with Skintec's Morpheus8 and HERA platforms.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/Skintec
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/skintec/mycompany
• Instagraminstagram.com/skintecbrasil

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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