How to sell used barber chairs, shampoo units, and aesthetic equipment in Colombia

Quick answer: a used barber chair or shampoo unit sells well when the ad says “used” in the first line, shows the upholstery, base, and drain up close, includes measurements in centimeters, and makes it clear who pays for shipping. Aesthetic equipment (laser, ultrasound, electrostimulation) is another story and does not belong in the same ad.

When a salon closes, it is typical for the hydraulic chair to sit in a corner with a cover on it, the shampoo unit to remain connected to a loose hose, and for someone to list everything together with a blurry photo and the phrase “price to be agreed.” The result: messages from curious onlookers, questions that were already answered, and no barber willing to go. This guide is to avoid that.

What goes in the ad and what stays out

Barber or cutting chairs, the shampoo unit, the vanity with mirror, the manicure table, and auxiliary carts count for furniture ads. If you also have gondolas or display cases from a store, those have their own explanation in the guide on used commercial shelves and showcases. Here we focus on the hydraulic chair and the shampoo unit.

Aesthetic equipment goes separately: hair removal laser, ultrasound, electrostimulation, high frequency, thermal blankets or belts, dermawand, and multifunctional equipment. On June 5, 2024, INVIMA issued health alert 151-2024 requesting not to purchase this type of equipment without a current health registration or marketing permit. Below, we see what to do with them.

Physical inspection before taking the photo

Spend half an hour on each piece as if you were the buyer. This is what I would check, in this order:

• Chair: that it rises with the pedal or lever, that it holds the weight without dropping on its own, and that it rotates without strange noises. Look at the base: if there is any trace of oil, make a note of it.
• Upholstery: smooth or torn, with cracks or patches. A barber about to open a location needs furniture made of sanitary material (durable, smooth, non-porous, and easy to clean and disinfect), so torn upholstery changes the conversation. That does not prevent you from selling the chair, but it does oblige you to state it.
• Shampoo unit: that it includes fixtures, that the drain is complete, and that it does not leak. Clarify if the buyer will need a plumber at their location.
• Small electrical equipment (hair dryers, trimmers, steamers): copy what the device's label says, check the condition of the cord, and mention if you have the manual. Do not talk about a “standard” voltage; what counts is what is printed on each device's label.

Note: there is no official certificate to “certify” a hydraulic pump. There is also no rule requiring a brand of upholstery. What you can offer is simple evidence: a short video of the chair going up and holding, and a photo of a dry base.

What to write so curious onlookers don't bother you

Detail is the best filter. An ad that answers the obvious questions receives fewer messages, but more serious ones. Include:

• The word “used” and the main defect in the title or the first line (for example, upholstery with a tear in the backrest).
• Height, width, and depth in centimeters, and quantity of pieces.
• Whether it disassembles or goes out in one piece, and if there are stairs involved.
• Pickup location, the one you specify, not an example.
• If you are selling by piece or as a full lot.
• Price of the furniture separate from shipping, which both parties agree on; there is no legal rate for hauling.

Regarding the law: Law 1480 of 2011 requires anyone who offers a used or repaired product in public to indicate it precisely and clearly. The three-month warranty for a used item with an expired legal warranty applies when the seller is a supplier, that is, someone who regularly offers products, and did not leave in writing that they are selling it without a warranty and that the buyer accepted it. A one-time liquidation of your salon does not automatically make you a supplier. Even so, it is convenient to write the defects in the ad and, upon delivery, sign a simple note with what the buyer accepts. Damages stated in writing cannot be claimed as if they were hidden.

Price without a magic table

There is no official resale table or percentage of the new price that works for everyone. Any figure promised to you in a group is an opinion. What works is comparing ads for similar chairs and shampoo units posted near you and adjusting for condition, age, and whether it includes all accessories. In how to price used furniture is the step-by-step method; here I only add that a chair with torn upholstery and a leaking base does not compete with an impeccable one, and it is better to accept that than to defend a price that nobody pays.

Delivery and payment without scares

Make the delivery at your location, with the buyer present. Have them test the chair in front of you: have them raise, lower, and rotate it. If there is a down payment to reserve it, ensure the balance arrives via transfer before the furniture leaves the door. Be wary of checks: there is a scam involving bouncing checks and credit balances, explained in this guide on bouncing checks in sales. And do not send the chair before seeing the money in your account.

What to do with lasers, ultrasound, and booths

This is where you have to stop. According to the INVIMA alert, equipment of this type requires health registration (risk I and IIa) or a marketing permit (risk IIb), and if the seller says the product does not require it, you must ask for the certificate of non-obligation. You can verify in the INVIMA public query, consultaregistro.invima.gov.co.

My practical advice: if your equipment does not have a current registration or permit that matches the label, or a certificate of non-obligation, leave it out of the ad. It is better to lose a sale than to advertise something that a buyer will not be able to use legally. And do not get confused: the chair, mirror, shampoo unit, and vanity do not need INVIMA registration. The rules of Resolution 2117 of 2010 (furniture in sanitary material, shampoo units for exclusive use with water and drain, favorable sanitary opinion) apply to the location that is opening and operating, that is, to the buyer; they are not a permit for you to post.

Where to post the lot

If you want a general guide for selling used items without paying a commission, start with where to sell used things in Colombia. For this type of furniture, the corresponding category is Hair Care, and not beauty services, which is for those offering service, not equipment. According to the category sheet on Colombia Move as of October 2, 2026, it had 0 ads, and the section Beauty and Personal Care showed 6 active ads, none of which were a barber chair. In other words, someone looking to outfit a location is not going to find much competition there.

And if you also serve clients and want them to find you for your service, see how to publish beauty and barbershop services.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does selling a used barbershop chair require a three-month warranty?

Only if the seller is a regular supplier and did not state in writing that it is sold without a warranty and the buyer accepted it. A one-time liquidation of your salon does not automatically make you a supplier, but you should still describe any defects and leave a written record of what the buyer accepts (verify with the official source).

❓ Do the backwash unit or the chair need INVIMA registration?

No. The registration or permit from alert 151-2024 is for aesthetic apparatus such as lasers, ultrasound, or electrostimulation. Chairs, mirrors, vanities, and backwash units are furniture; requirements for premises come from Resolution 2117 of 2010 and apply to whoever operates the establishment (verify with the official source).

❓ How much should I charge for a used chair or backwash unit?

There is no official price or fixed percentage of the new value. Compare ads for similar pieces posted near you and adjust based on condition, age, and accessories. Set the freight cost separately, as it is agreed upon by both parties and there is no legal rate (verify with the official source).

❓ How do I sell safely and avoid scams?

Hand over the item at your salon, with the buyer testing the chair in front of you, and do not let the furniture go until you see the balance in your account via transfer. Be wary of checks and payments that arrive as "excess." Write down any defects in the ad and confirm them in a signed note upon delivery (verify with the official source).

❓ Where do I post the lot of furniture from my salon?

In the Hair Care category, for sale and offering. As of October 2, 2026, that category had 0 ads, so your ad will not compete with other chairs. Avoid the beauty services category, which is for those offering personal care and not equipment.

❓ Can I post a used laser or a beauty booth?

Only if the current registration or permit matches the equipment label, or if the seller has a certificate of non-obligatoriness. Check the number on the INVIMA public website. If you cannot verify it, leave that item out of the ad (verify with the official source).

❓ Can the buyer open a barbershop with just this furniture?

No. Resolution 2117 of 2010 requires the premises to have a favorable sanitary opinion from the local health authority, a backwash unit connected to water and drainage, and furniture made of sanitary-grade material. The furniture ad does not replace this buyer’s process (verify with the official source).