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Healthcare

Business Funding for Medical Spas

Medical spas sit at the intersection of healthcare and aesthetics, and the capital requirements reflect both worlds. You need medical-grade lasers, injectables inventory, and a physician medical director, plus the high-end interior that clients expect. A single IPL or body contouring device can cost $75,000 to $200,000. Revenue per treatment is high, but so is the upfront equipment investment.

Common Uses

What Medical Spas Use Funding For

  • Purchase laser systems for hair removal, skin resurfacing, and body contouring
  • Stock injectables inventory including Botox, Juvederm, and other dermal fillers
  • Build out treatment rooms with medical-grade lighting, cabinetry, and plumbing
  • Fund marketing to build a client base, especially social media and before-and-after campaigns

Funding Options

Best Funding Types for Medical Spas

Equipment Financing

Finance individual devices like CoolSculpting units, laser platforms, and microneedling systems. Aesthetic devices retain strong resale value because demand stays high, making them excellent collateral for lenders.

Business Line of Credit

Maintain a revolving line to restock injectables and consumables between large purchase orders. Botox and filler inventory is expensive but turns over quickly when the appointment book is full.

SBA 7(a) Loan

Best for a ground-up med spa startup or acquiring an existing one. SBA loans can cover the full buildout, equipment, and initial marketing spend needed to open the doors and fill the schedule.

What Lenders Look For

Qualification Notes for Medical Spas

A licensed physician medical director is required in most states, and lenders will verify this arrangement is in place
Lenders look for the owner or medical director to have aesthetic training credentials from organizations like the ASLMS or AAAM
Med spas that sell memberships and product lines in addition to treatments show more predictable recurring revenue

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