BUY A DIODE LASER
What really matters when buying a professional diode laser: wavelengths, sustained output, cooling, parameter control, training and service – explained concisely, without marketing promises.
Which wavelength for what?
Alexandrite range
High melanin absorption – mainly used on fine and light hair.
Standard diode laser
The classic wavelength for permanent hair removal in everyday studio work.
Depth & vessels
Extends the spectrum in deeper skin layers and with stronger blood supply.
ND:YAG range
Lower melanin absorption – for darker skin types and deep follicles.
The ALIX systems of the Smart AI line work with 755, 808, 940 and 1064 nm. Technology details are available in the Technology Center and on the page about ALIX SMART AI.
Six criteria before buying
Wavelength concept
A diode laser with several wavelengths covers more hair and skin types than a single-wavelength device. Check which wavelengths can be selected individually and in combination.
Output & continuous operation
What counts is not peak output but constant output across a full treatment day – diode stacks, power supply and cooling circuit working together.
Cooling & comfort
Contact cooling at the handpiece determines tolerability and treatment speed. Ask about cooling capacity, target temperature and behaviour during long sessions.
Parameter control
The clearer the parameter logic, the more confidently the team works. ALIX SMART AI scans skin and hair and determines the treatment parameters automatically as a suggestion.
Training & documentation
Instruction, skin-type logic, safety distances and treatment documentation are part of the investment – not just of later support.
Service & spare parts
Before buying, clarify response times, remote support, availability of handpieces and spare parts, and your contact person in Germany.
Diode laser, alexandrite or IPL?
Diode laser
Focused wavelengths, high repetition rate, very well suited to permanent hair removal in series operation.
Diode laser systems →Alexandrite & ND:YAG
755 nm and 1064 nm with spot-size logic – for fine hair and darker skin types in one system.
Alexandrite laser →IPL / SHR
Broadband light with filters: flexible for hair removal, skin appearance and vessels, with lower selectivity than a laser.
IPL & SHR systems →Direct system comparison: compare up to three devices. Investition und Finanzierung: Cost of a laser device.
Frequently asked questions about buying a diode laser
- What does a professional diode laser cost?
- The price depends on wavelengths, output, handpieces and scope of service. We state the price per device in the quotation – including training, service and financing options.
- How many wavelengths do I need?
- For a studio with a mixed clientele, several wavelengths make sense because hair thickness and skin type vary. With a clearly defined treatment offering, 808 nm can be sufficient.
- What requirements apply in Germany?
- Professional requirements apply to laser applications (including the German NiSV). We provide device-specific information and train your team via the ALIX Academy.
- Can I test a device beforehand?
- Yes. A live demo is possible in the showroom or by arrangement – including a trial treatment and a walk-through of the parameters.