What are the recommended professional hair removal machines for private and home salons? A beauty equipment manufacturer explains how to choose without making mistakes

Hello. This is JENIMO Co., Ltd.

We are a beauty equipment manufacturer that plans, sells, rents, and provides implementation support for professional hair removal machines, light-based beauty devices, and comprehensive beauty equipment.

From those considering opening a private or home salon, we often receive inquiries such as:

"What kind of hair removal machine is suitable for a salon run by one person?"

"Can I perform sufficient treatments with a tabletop model?"

"I want to offer both hair removal and facials in a limited space."

"I am anxious about purchasing expensive equipment right after opening."

We receive many such consultations.

For private and home salons, it is not enough to simply choose a machine with a low purchase price.

It is important to choose based on installation space, ease of operation, treatment time, supported menus, running costs, warranties, availability of replacement machines during breakdowns, and post-implementation support systems.

Especially when running a salon alone, the difficulty of using the equipment or long treatment times directly leads to a burden on the owner and limits the number of reservations.

In this article, we will explain the conditions for professional hair removal machines suitable for private and home salons, and the points to check when introducing them, from the perspective of a beauty equipment manufacturer.

What you will learn in this article

・Features of professional hair removal machines suitable for private salons
・How to choose between tabletop and tower models
・Ease of operation and treatment time to prioritize for one-person operations
・Benefits of offering hair removal and light-based facials with a single machine
・How to think about purchasing versus renting
・Why replacement machines and support during breakdowns are important
・Why ESSENT Premium is suitable for private salons

Important points when choosing a hair removal machine for a private salon

In private and home salons, the owner is often responsible for everything from counseling and treatments to reservation management, customer acquisition, and cleaning.

Therefore, when choosing a hair removal machine, you need to consider not only the performance of the machine itself but also whether it can be operated comfortably by one person.

The points you should especially check are as follows:

・Can be installed in a limited space
・Easy to operate even by one person
・Easy to shorten treatment time
・Can handle everything from thick, dark hair to fine hair
・Can offer menus other than hair removal
・Running costs are easy to grasp
・Replacement machines can be used in case of breakdown
・Consultation is available even after implementation

Even with high-performance equipment, if the size is too large or the operation is complex, it may not be possible to fully utilize it in a private salon.

Conversely, if the machine is space-saving, easy to operate, and supports both hair removal and photo facials, you can make versatile use of a single unit.

7 conditions for professional hair removal machines suitable for private salons

1. Can be installed in a space-saving manner

In private salons and home salons, treatment space can be limited.

You need not only the hair removal machine itself but also a treatment bed, trolley, storage, counseling space, and a space for customers to change clothes.

If you introduce a large tower-type machine, the treatment room may become cramped, making it difficult for staff and customers to move around.

With a tabletop model that can be installed in a space-saving manner,

・Easy to install in limited treatment rooms
・Easy to place on a trolley and move
・Easy to introduce into home salons
・Easy to reduce the feeling of oppression
・Easy to adapt to room rearrangements or relocations

such benefits exist.

However, not all tabletop models are suitable for private salons.

Check not only the size of the main unit but also the space for the handpiece and hose, how to replace purified water, and power requirements.

2. Easy to operate even by one person

In a private salon, you cannot check operations with other staff during a treatment.

Therefore, a machine with an easy-to-understand screen that allows you to easily select settings according to hair type and body area is suitable.

Before introduction, check the following points:

・The operation screen is easy to see
・Mode switching is simple
・Settings for each body area are provided
・Easy to switch between single-shot and continuous irradiation
・Filter replacement is simple
・Error displays are easy to understand
・Operation videos or manuals are available

If you are using beauty equipment for the first time, it is important to have an environment where you can check operation methods not only during the training at the time of delivery but also after introduction.

Once you actually start treatments,

“Which setting should I use for this body area?”

“Which filter should I choose?”

You may have questions such as "how to properly use continuous versus single-shot modes."

Choose a manufacturer you can consult with immediately when you run into trouble.

3. Easy to shorten treatment time

In a private salon, there is a limit to the number of people the owner can treat.

If each treatment takes a long time, the number of appointments you can handle in a day decreases, and the ceiling for your revenue becomes lower.

Especially for full-body hair removal, it is important to be able to treat large areas like the arms, legs, stomach, and back as efficiently as possible.

What you want to check is not just whether the continuous firing speed is fast.

You should also check the following:

- Is the output stable even during continuous irradiation?
- Is it unnecessary to overlap shots more than needed?
- Can you avoid going over the same area multiple times?
- Can the cooling performance be maintained for a long time?
- Is the handpiece easy to hold?

Make sure to check these points as well.

With machines that do not have sufficient output, you will end up overlapping shots on the same area more often, which tends to make treatment times longer.

When treatment times become longer, it leads to issues such as:

- Difficulty in increasing appointment slots
- Longer customer stay times
- The owner's arms and shoulders becoming easily fatigued
- Less time to prepare for the next appointment
- Difficulty in increasing daily revenue

These are the types of challenges that arise.

In a private salon, treatment efficiency directly impacts business efficiency.

4. Capable of handling everything from thick, dark hair to fine hair

To accept a wide range of customers at a private salon, it is important to be able to handle not only fine hair on women but also thick, dark hair such as men's beards and VIO areas.

If the hair types you can treat are limited, there is a possibility of:

- Being able to do full-body hair removal for women but struggling with men's hair removal
- Being unable to make beards or VIO a core service
- Results varying significantly depending on the customer
- Needing to purchase an additional hair removal machine

These are the potential risks.

Before introducing a machine, check the following items.

・Single-shot irradiation for thick, dark hair
・Continuous irradiation for large areas
・Filters tailored to hair type and body area
・Sufficient output performance
・Cooling performance capable of handling high output
・Treatment examples for men's beards and VIO

Even if you are opening a salon for women, there is a possibility that you will add men's hair removal in the future.

By choosing a machine that can handle a wide range of hair types from the start, it becomes easier to expand your menu.

5. Ability to provide both hair removal and photo-facials

In a private salon, it is important how widely you can utilize a single piece of equipment.

If you introduce a machine dedicated solely to hair removal, the services you can offer will basically be centered on hair removal.

On the other hand, with a multi-functional beauty device that supports both hair removal and photo-facials,

・Full-body hair removal for women
・Men's beard hair removal
・VIO hair removal
・Facial hair removal
・Photo-facials
・Beauty menus after hair removal is finished
・Set menus

and more, you can provide multiple services with just one machine.

However, it is not enough for it to simply have a "facial function."

Many professional hair removal machines are designed primarily for hair removal, and the facial function may be a sub-feature that only includes a few types of filters.

In that case, the range of beauty services you can offer may be narrow, making it difficult to develop facials as a main service.

If you are choosing a multi-functional machine for a private salon, it is important to choose a machine that can provide both hair removal and photo-facials at a professional level.

6. Ease of understanding running costs

In a private salon, if equipment replacement or repair costs occur suddenly, it can affect your cash flow.

Before introduction, check not only the main unit price and monthly fees, but also the following costs:

・Guaranteed shot count for lamps
・Lamp replacement costs
・Handpiece repair/replacement costs
・Additional filter purchase costs
・Hair removal gel
・Purified water
・Shipping costs for repairs
・Rental fees for substitute machines
・Repair costs after the warranty expires

In particular, lamp replacement costs affect long-term profits.

Machines with a low guaranteed shot count tend to require frequent replacements, which can put pressure on your profits.

On the other hand, even if 700,000 or 1 million shots are advertised, you need to confirm whether the machine can maintain the output necessary for treatments until the latter half of its usage.

Compare not only the number of shots but also the practical output, replacement costs, and alternative support options.

7. Having a system in place to prevent business suspension during breakdowns

In many cases, private salons only have one hair removal machine in use.

If that one machine breaks down, all hair removal and light facial treatments may have to be suspended.

Compared to large salons with multiple staff members and machines, the impact of a single machine failure on revenue is significant.

Therefore, check the following points:

・Warranty period of the main unit
・Whether it can be repaired domestically
・Estimated repair time
・Whether a replacement machine is available during repairs
・Whether the replacement machine is free of charge
・Whether a replacement handpiece is available during lamp replacement
・Shipping costs for repairs and replacements
・Consultation desk after introduction

It is important not just to look at the word "warranty," but to confirm whether you can actually continue operations if a breakdown occurs.

Which is better for a private salon, a desktop model or a tower model?

Professional hair removal machines are broadly divided into desktop and tower models.

Cases where a desktop model is suitable

Desktop models are suitable for the following types of salons:

・Limited treatment space
・Opening a home salon
・Operating with one bed
・Performing treatments alone
・Wanting to move the equipment
・Wanting to provide both hair removal and facials with one machine

They are characterized by being compact and easy to install, making them a good match for small-scale salons.

However, being small is different from having sufficient performance.

Be sure to check the output, cooling, filters, and supported menu options.

Cases where a tower model is suitable

Tower models are machines worth considering for the following types of salons:

・Having a large treatment space
・Used by multiple staff members
・Wanting to use multiple handpieces for different purposes
・Planning for high utilization in a large store
・Requiring many functions other than hair removal

While tower-type models have a strong presence and some are multifunctional, for private salons, you must also consider installation space, mobility, and shipping when returning the unit.

Points to note when installing a hair removal machine in a home salon

When introducing a professional hair removal machine to a home salon, check the environment in addition to the equipment performance.

Power supply

The required voltage and power capacity vary depending on the equipment.

Check whether it can be used with a standard household outlet or if a dedicated circuit is required.

Installation space

You need space not only for the main unit but also for hoses, handpieces, wagons, and movement space for the practitioner.

Also, check for ventilation and room temperature control.

Delivery route

Check if the equipment can be brought in through the entrance, hallways, stairs, and elevators.

Large equipment can sometimes be difficult to deliver.

Neighbors and management regulations

In rental housing or condominiums, business use or operations involving visitors may be restricted.

Be sure to check the management regulations and contract terms.

Customer privacy

Separate the family living space from the treatment area and create an environment where changing clothes and counseling can be done calmly.

Is purchasing or renting better for a private salon?

When introducing equipment for a private salon, it is also important to consider whether purchasing or renting is more suitable.

Cases where purchasing is suitable

・You have decided to use it for a long period
・You plan to make hair removal a core service
・You have a large existing customer base
・You can expect a certain level of sales
・You can keep operating funds after the purchase
・You want to reduce future fixed costs

Purchasing can potentially reduce the total payment amount the longer you use the equipment.

On the other hand, if you spend too much money on equipment when opening your business, you may run short on advertising costs and operating funds.

Cases where renting is suitable

・You want to keep initial costs low
・You want to save funds for advertising after opening
・You want to verify demand first
・You are anxious about purchasing expensive equipment
・You do not want to be tied to a long-term contract
・You want to start small as a new menu item

Immediately after opening a private salon, it can take time for sales to stabilize.

Using a rental service and keeping your cash on hand for customer acquisition and operating expenses is also a viable option.

Why ESSENT Premium is suitable for private salons

ESSENT Premium is a tabletop professional multi-functional beauty device that supports both hair removal and light facial treatments.

Tabletop type for space-saving

Because it is a compact tabletop model, it is easy to install even in limited treatment spaces such as private salons or home salons.

Since it can be placed on a wagon, it can be moved within the treatment room as needed.

3300W high output

Despite being a tabletop model, it is designed with a high output of 3300W.

It can handle everything from thick, coarse hair like beards and VIO areas to large areas such as arms, legs, abdomen, and back.

Powerful cooling at minus 15°C

To utilize high output, cooling performance is also important.

ESSENT Premium is equipped with powerful cooling at minus 15°C, aiming for treatments that are considerate of heat and irritation.

Ability to switch between IPL and N-AHR

For narrow areas where thick, coarse hair is concentrated, such as beards, VIO, and underarms, single-shot IPL irradiation is used.

For large areas such as the arms, legs, abdomen, and back, use the N-AHR continuous irradiation mode.

N-AHR is characterized by its ability to approach not only fine hair but also thick, dark hair that is difficult to handle with standard SHR methods through continuous irradiation.

Equipped with 11 types of filters as standard

All 11 types of filters ranging from 430nm to 1200nm are included as standard.

In addition to hair removal, you can develop light facial menus tailored to skin conditions and purposes.

This is not a hair removal machine with facial treatment as a sub-function, but a composite beauty device that can offer both hair removal and light facial treatments as main menu items.

Available for rent with no contract period commitment or cancellation fees

The monthly rental plan for ESSENT Premium has no contract period commitment or cancellation fees.

This plan is easy to introduce for those who are anxious about purchasing expensive equipment immediately or those who want to keep cash on hand when opening a business.

*When canceling, you must provide notice by the specified deadline and return the equipment. Please check the latest contract terms.

Warranty and support system that provides peace of mind even for private salons

In private salons, equipment failure can potentially stop all sales.

At JENIMO, we provide support so that you can continue to utilize the equipment even after introduction.

Main unit warranty

ESSENT Premium comes with a 2-year main unit warranty for purchases and a 1-year main unit warranty for monthly rentals.

Warranty details vary depending on contract terms and failure conditions.

Substitute machine during repairs

If the main unit requires repair, we will provide a substitute machine during the repair period.

Since you can proceed with repairs while using the substitute machine, it is easier to minimize the impact on reservations and sales.

Substitute handpiece during lamp replacement

We provide a replacement handpiece free of charge when replacing the lamp.

A key feature is that it is easy to continue treatments even during the replacement period.

Free Lamp Replacement Campaign

The lamp for the ESSENT Premium is guaranteed for 500,000 shots.

The standard cost for a lamp replacement is 110,000 yen (tax included), but we are currently running a campaign that offers up to three free lamp replacements within one year of delivery.

*Please check the latest information regarding application conditions and the campaign period before signing a contract.

Consultation desk exclusively for users

After installation, you can consult with us regarding equipment operation, output settings, irradiation methods, filters, maintenance, and more.

You can also check operation videos, output charts, frequently asked questions, and more.

JENIMO also provides consulting for opening and attracting customers to salons

When opening a private salon, you need to think about more than just installing equipment; you also need to consider:

・What kind of salon to create
・Who to target
・Which menus to make your main offerings
・How to set your prices
・Which media to use to attract customers
・How to convert inquiries into bookings

You need to think about all of these.

In addition to selling and renting professional beauty equipment, JENIMO also provides support and consulting for salon opening, menu design, pricing, customer attraction, and operations.

Based on the experience of JENIMO representative Nishida, who achieved monthly sales of 3 million yen in the first month of launching a salon, we will provide proposals tailored to your salon's situation.

For example, you can consult with us on the following topics:

・Designing your salon concept
・Target setting
・Designing hair removal and light facial menus
・Pricing
・Content for Instagram posts
・Content to emphasize in advertisements
・How to reply to inquiries
・The flow from counseling to contract
・Methods to increase average customer spend and repeat rates
・Menu proposals after hair removal is completed

If you are opening a salon for the first time and do not know where to start, please feel free to consult with us.

*Consulting does not guarantee sales. Results vary depending on the region, location, competition, pricing, advertising content, operational structure, and other factors.

Checklist for hair removal machines for private salons

Before introducing a machine, please check the following points.

・Is the size suitable for installation in the treatment room?
・Can it be used with a standard household power outlet?
・Are there any issues with the delivery route?
・Is it easy to operate even for one person?
・Can you switch between single-shot and continuous-shot modes?
・Can it handle everything from thick, dark hair to fine hair?
・Can it provide both hair removal and photo-facial treatments?
・Are there a wide variety of facial filters available?
・What is the guaranteed shot count for the lamp?
・How much does a lamp replacement cost?
・Is a replacement machine available during repairs?
・Is a spare handpiece available when replacing the lamp?
・Can it be repaired domestically?
・Can you consult about operations and treatments after introduction?
・Can you get advice on opening a business and attracting customers?
・Can you choose between both purchase and rental options?
・Are there any minimum contract periods or cancellation fees?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better for a private salon, a tabletop model or a tower model?

If your treatment space is limited or you are operating alone with one bed, tabletop models tend to be easier to install.

However, check not only the size but also the output, cooling, supported menus, and warranty.

Can tabletop models handle men's hair removal?

It depends on the performance of the equipment.

Please check if it has the output, filters, single-shot mode, and cooling performance capable of handling thick, dark beard hair and VIO areas.

Can I introduce a professional hair removal machine in a home salon?

You can consider introducing one after checking the installation environment, power supply, delivery route, and property contract conditions.

For rental properties or apartments, also check if business use is permitted.

Should I choose a dedicated hair removal machine or a multi-function machine?

If you want to offer not only hair removal but also photo-facials and ongoing menu options, a multi-function machine is suitable.

However, check whether the facial function can be operated as a main menu item rather than just a sub-feature.

Is it better for a private salon to purchase or rent?

If you are certain you will be using it for a long time and have sufficient operating funds, purchasing is an option.

If you want to keep initial costs low and save money for advertising and operating expenses, renting is easier to consider.

Do I have to stop operations if the machine breaks down?

If a replacement machine is not available, you may have to suspend treatments.

Before introducing a machine, check if there are replacement units available during repairs or replacement handpieces available during lamp changes.

Can I also consult about opening a business or attracting customers?

At JENIMO, you can consult not only about choosing equipment but also about salon concepts, menu design, pricing, and customer acquisition funnels.

Summary

When choosing a professional hair removal machine suitable for a private or home salon, you should not judge based solely on the unit price or size.

The following seven points are particularly important.

・Can be installed in a space-saving manner
・Easy to operate even by one person
・Easy to shorten treatment time
・Can handle everything from thick, dark hair to fine hair
・Can provide both hair removal and photo facials
・Easy to understand running costs
・Has support that makes it easy to continue operations even in the event of a breakdown

In a private salon, a single piece of equipment is an important facility that supports sales.

Therefore, it is important to check not only the performance of the equipment but also repairs, replacement units, lamp changes, and consultation services after introduction.

The ESSENT Premium features a compact tabletop body, 3300W high output, powerful -15°C cooling, IPL/N-AHR, and 11 types of filters.

It can provide both hair removal and photo facials as core menu items, and it also supports monthly rentals with no contract period restrictions or cancellation fees.

Furthermore, JENIMO supports not only equipment introduction but also salon opening, menu design, pricing, customer acquisition, and operations.

For those considering opening a private or home salon

At JENIMO Co., Ltd., we propose professional beauty equipment tailored to the scale of your salon, treatment space, target audience, budget, and the menu you wish to provide.

“I am looking for a hair removal machine that can be installed in a home salon.”

“I want to choose equipment that is easy to operate even by one person.”

“I want to provide both hair removal and photo facials with one machine.”

“I want to open a salon while keeping initial costs down.”

“I want to consult about menus, pricing, and customer acquisition.”

If you have such concerns, please feel free to contact us even if you have not yet decided on the opening date or the model.

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