Founded in March 2006, DermAvance Pharmaceuticals is a privately held dermatology company built around physician-dispensed care for aging and aesthetically treated skin. Its team brings deep pharmaceutical and aesthetic-industry experience to developing products such as Hyalogy for dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and other aesthetic physicians.
Dermegen IncWith more than 100 years of combined cosmetics and pharmaceutical experience behind it, Dermegen Inc. is a scientist-led clean-science company serving the skin-care and personal-care industry. Its Hauppauge team includes more than 20 PhD scientists and formulation chemists, who develop and substantiate proprietary technologies for brand partners, notably through fermentation-based research and skin biology testing.HAUPPAUGE, NY
DR. MACRENE activesFounded around the work of dermatologist-scientist Macrene Alexiades, MD, PhD, DR. MACRENE actives makes dermatologist-developed skincare designed to bring clinical research into everyday formulas. The New York company’s products are built around its patented MA37™ multi-active technology and plant-derived ingredients, while its Manhattan and Wainscott spas extend that approach into personalized treatments. Alexiades holds BA, MD, and PhD degrees from Harvard and is dual board-certified in dermatology in the United States and European Union.NEW YORK, NY
Skin Script, LLCSince 2007, Skin Script has been an aesthetician-created skin-care company built around helping licensed professionals succeed. The 100% employee-owned business is known for pairing its professional skin-care line with education and guidance from licensed aesthetic specialists, including hands-on and virtual training for the esthetics community.ALBANY, NY
PH AdvantageFounded by plastic surgeon Dr. Barry J. Cohen, PH Advantage is a Maryland skincare brand shaped by his experience treating patients before and after cosmetic surgery. The company develops clinically documented formulas with attention to skin pH and ingredient bioavailability, including the cytokinins-based Pyranase treatment.SILVER SPRING, MD