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STRATA Skin Sciences Inc (SSKN)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: SSKN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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2 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $9

1 Year Target Price $9

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$9Target price
Low$2.1
Current$2.29
high$3.8

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -5.92%
Avg. Invested days 13
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 9.39M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 9
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 9
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 0.71
52 Weeks Range 2.10 - 3.80
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 2.10 - 3.80
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -2.27

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -27.22%
Operating Margin (TTM) -29.58%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -7.6%
Return on Equity (TTM) -151.23%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 19270112
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.28
Enterprise Value 19270112
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.28
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.57
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -7008.83
Shares Outstanding 4171160
Shares Floating 1172430
Shares Outstanding 4171160
Shares Floating 1172430
Percent Insiders 5.48
Percent Institutions 64.08

Analyst Ratings

Rating 2
Target Price 9
Buy 1
Strong Buy 1
Buy 1
Strong Buy 1
Hold -
Sell -
Strong Sell -
Strong Sell -

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STRATA Skin Sciences Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

STRATA Skin Sciences, Inc. (formerly PhotoMedex, Inc.) was founded in 1989. It is a medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing products for the treatment of dermatological conditions. It has evolved from a laser manufacturer to a company focused on capital equipment for dermatologists.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • XTRAC Segment: XTRAC is an excimer laser system used for the treatment of psoriasis, vitiligo, and atopic dermatitis. This represents the core revenue stream of the company.
  • Pharos Segment: Pharos is a non-laser based narrowband UVB system used for the treatment of psoriasis, vitiligo, and atopic dermatitis.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team includes management and a board of directors. The organizational structure is typical of a small-cap medical device company, with departments focused on sales, marketing, R&D, manufacturing, and finance.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • XTRAC Laser System: The XTRAC excimer laser system is the company's flagship product, used for targeted phototherapy treatment of psoriasis, vitiligo and eczema. Market share data is not readily available as a specific figure, but the company is a significant player in the targeted phototherapy market. Competitors include Daavlin and Waldmann.
  • Pharos Excimer Laser: The Pharos excimer laser provides treatment for multiple skin diseases and conditions. Market share data is not readily available as a specific figure, but the company is a significant player in the targeted phototherapy market. Competitors include Daavlin and Waldmann.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The dermatology device market is driven by the prevalence of skin conditions like psoriasis, vitiligo, and eczema. The market includes laser and light-based therapies, topical treatments, and systemic medications. Aging population and awareness of skin aesthetics are the key drivers for this market.

Positioning

STRATA Skin Sciences is positioned as a key player in the targeted phototherapy segment. Its competitive advantage lies in its established XTRAC brand name and its focus on dermatological conditions treatable with laser and light-based therapies.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global dermatology devices market is projected to reach billions of dollars, with targeted phototherapy representing a segment of this market. STRATA's positioning in this segment gives it access to a portion of the overall TAM. TAM estimated ~$20B in 2024.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Established XTRAC brand name
  • Focus on targeted phototherapy
  • Specialized sales and service network
  • Proprietary technology

Weaknesses

  • Small market capitalization
  • Limited financial resources compared to larger competitors
  • Dependence on a few key products
  • Fluctuations in product sales.

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new geographic markets
  • Development of new applications for existing technologies
  • Acquisition of complementary technologies or products
  • Strategic partnerships with dermatology clinics and healthcare systems

Threats

  • Competition from larger medical device companies
  • Changes in reimbursement policies
  • Technological obsolescence
  • Economic downturns

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Daavlin
  • Waldmann
  • Ra Medical Systems (RMED)

Competitive Landscape

STRATA Skin Sciences competes with larger medical device companies and smaller specialized players. Its advantages include its established brand name and focus on targeted phototherapy. Disadvantages include its small size and limited financial resources.

Major Acquisitions

Theraclear

  • Year: 2014
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 4.5
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded its product offerings in the aesthetic dermatology market

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by sales of the XTRAC system and related consumables. Growth rates have fluctuated.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary. Future growth will likely depend on successful commercialization of new products and expansion into new markets.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include product improvements, marketing campaigns, and partnerships with dermatology clinics.

Summary

STRATA Skin Sciences is a key player in the targeted phototherapy market. The company benefits from its well-known XTRAC brand, however, faces challenges due to its small size and competition from larger medical device companies. Future growth depends on commercializing new products and geographic expansion. Fluctuations in sales and profitability should be closely monitored.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Analyst Reports
  • Market Research Reports

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About STRATA Skin Sciences Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Horsham, PA, United States
IPO Launch date 2005-10-28
President, CEO & Vice-Chairman Dr. Dolev Rafaeli Ph.D.
Sector Healthcare
Industry Medical Devices
Full time employees 106
Full time employees 106

STRATA Skin Sciences, Inc., a medical technology company, develops, commercializes, and markets products for the treatment of dermatologic conditions in the United States, China, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Australia, South Africa, and Central and South America. It operates through two segments, Dermatology Recurring Procedures and Dermatology Procedures Equipment. The company offers XTRAC excimer laser and VTRAC lamp systems, which are used in the treatment of psoriasis, vitiligo, and other skin conditions; and TheraClear acne therapy system for the treatment of mild to moderate inflammatory, comedonal, and pustular acne. It serves dermatologists and dermatological group clinics. The company was formerly known as MELA Sciences, Inc and changed its name to STRATA Skin Sciences, Inc. in January 2016. STRATA Skin Sciences, Inc. was incorporated in 1989 and is headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania.