Cartessa Subnovii (Plasma IQ)
Plasma Tightening · Low-frequency plasma pen
The Cartessa Subnovii (Plasma IQ) typically sells new in the $10k–$20k range in the US, with used and refurbished systems around $5k–$10k. Cartessa Subnovii (Plasma IQ) holds FDA 510(k) clearance for its marketed indication. Figures are market estimates verified August 6, 2026.
What it's actually cleared for: Plasma pen: removal/destruction of skin lesions and coagulation
Last verified: August 6, 2026 · How we verify
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| Manufacturer | Cartessa |
|---|---|
| Company | Owner: Founder-owned (Gabe Lubin, Founder & CEO) (family / founder owned, since 2017) · Distribution: via distributor — Cartessa Aesthetics is itself the US distributor |
| Category | RF Microneedling, Tightening & HIFU |
| Technology | Low-frequency plasma pen |
| FDA status | FDA Cleared |
| New price range | $10k–$20k |
| Used price range | $5k–$10k |
| Consumables | Not published |
| Launch year | 2021 |
| Last verified | August 6, 2026 |
Overview
Precision plasma pen for eyelids/perioral
FDA & regulatory status
What it's actually cleared for:
Plasma pen: removal/destruction of skin lesions and coagulation
510(k) numbers
K201738
Regulatory data is compiled from public FDA 510(k) records and may lag recent clearances. Always confirm status with the manufacturer before purchase.
Treatment economics
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Chains using this device
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History
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August 1, 2026
Record created
Added to The Aesthetic Index — August 2026
Source: The Aesthetic Index editorial
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