Sell Aesthetic Equipment in Ireland: 8-Step Guide

To sell a used aesthetic machine in Ireland, gather the service history, photograph the unit properly, price it against comparable models, list it where Irish clinics look, and take payment only by traceable transfer against an invoice. Most of the work happens before you write the advert.

Step 1: Which paperwork do you need?

Buyers pay more for a machine they can trust, and trust comes from documents. Before you list, collect:

• the serial number, model name and year of purchase
• the original invoice or proof of ownership
• service reports and engineer visit records
• pulse, shot or cartridge counts, photographed from the screen
• a list of every handpiece, applicator, key and cable included
• any warranty paperwork, and the manufacturer's position on transfer

That last point matters. Several of our machine pages note that manufacturer warranty only transfers with the brand's agreement, so ask the manufacturer early rather than promising something you cannot deliver.

Step 2: How do you get it ready to sell?

You are not trying to refurbish it, just remove reasons for a buyer to knock money off.

1. Have it serviced if the last service is old. A recent report is a selling point.
2. Clean the chassis, handpieces and cables.
3. Fix small visible faults, such as a cracked cover or a missing castor.
4. Test every function and note anything that does not work. Disclose it. A buyer who finds an undisclosed fault will walk away or demand a large discount.

Step 3: What should you ask for it?

Start from the used range for your model, then adjust for age, usage, condition and service. We cover the method in detail in how to price your used aesthetic machine. As a reference, our machine page figures show:

Pricing at the very top of a range is realistic only if the unit is recent, serviced and complete. If you need a quick sale, price nearer the middle.

Step 4: Where should you list it?

Your options each have trade-offs.

You can list your machine free on our marketplace, with no commission, and read how the process works on our sell page. Buyers can then find it through the classifieds and the relevant laser hair removal category. Listing in more than one place is fine, but keep your advert details consistent and update or remove it as soon as the machine is sold.

Step 5: Write an advert that sells

Include the model, year, pulse counts, last service date, what is included and why you are selling, plus photographs of the whole unit, the count screen, each handpiece and the serial plate. Avoid "like new" unless documents back it up.

Step 6: Handle enquiries and viewings

Expect serious buyers to ask for a viewing, a test fire and the service history, and let them bring an engineer. Stay present, keep patient information out of sight and never leave a buyer alone with the machine.

Step 7: How do you spot payment scams?

Selling high-value equipment attracts bad actors. Watch for these patterns:

• Overpayment. A buyer sends too much and asks you to refund the difference. Never do this, and do not release the machine until funds have cleared in your account.
• Fake proof of payment. Screenshots of transfers are not payment. Check your own bank balance.
• Courier or agent pressure. A buyer who insists a third-party shipper will collect before payment lands is a red flag.
• Requests to move the conversation off-platform quickly with a rush to close.

Always confirm the buyer's identity, get a written invoice signed by both sides, and record the serial number and what was sold.

Step 8: How do you close the sale?

1. Agree the price and included items in writing.
2. Issue an invoice with serial number, date and a statement that the machine is sold as seen, with any disclosed faults listed.
3. Receive cleared funds by bank transfer.
4. Arrange collection or insured transport, and keep proof of handover.
5. Notify your insurer, and tell the manufacturer or distributor if they need to update ownership records. Check with the HPRA / your insurer if you are unsure about any obligation as a seller.
6. Remove all patient data from any storage on the device, if applicable.
7. Take your listing down.

If you are replacing the machine, you might next read our buyer's guide to used lasers to see what your own buyer will check.

Sources and notes

• CCPC on social media and online selling scams: overpayment example, waiting for funds to clear and off-platform payment red flag.
• Machine figures are Aesthetic Machines Ireland researched ranges, not completed-sale data.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to sell a used aesthetic machine in Ireland?

A specialist marketplace puts you in front of clinics who are already looking, while a dealer is quicker but takes a margin. You can list on ours free, with no commission.

What documents do I need to sell a used aesthetic machine?

The serial number, original invoice, service reports, photographed pulse or shot counts, a list of everything included, and any warranty paperwork. Buyers pay more for a machine they can trust, and documents are what create that trust.

Do I need to service a machine before I sell it?

It is not compulsory, but a recent service report makes buyers more confident and can support a higher price. At minimum, disclose the last service date honestly.

How do I avoid payment scams when selling equipment?

Only release the machine after cleared funds are in your own account, never refund an overpayment, and do not trust screenshots as proof of payment. The CCPC describes a seller overpaid on a bogus payment who loses both the sale and the refund.

What payment should I accept for a used machine?

A bank transfer from the buyer's own account against a written invoice, with funds cleared before collection. The CCPC advises always waiting for money to clear in your account.

Can the warranty be transferred to the buyer?

Not automatically. Several manufacturers require their agreement before a warranty transfers, so ask them before you advertise it.

Should I sell to a dealer or privately?

A dealer is usually quicker but offers less, because they need a margin; ask for the offer in writing. A private sale can achieve more but needs more time and care over payment.

How do I list a machine on Aesthetic Machines Ireland?

Use the free listing form; there is no commission, and our sell page explains how listings are reviewed.