Founded 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.
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Dr. Michelle Copeland Skin CareDr. Michelle Copeland Skin Care grew from a New York plastic surgeon’s effort to formulate better post-surgical skincare for her patients, and now makes physician-developed regimens for everyday skin health. Dr. Copeland, a Harvard-trained biochemist and the first woman plastic surgeon to create a full skincare line, personally develops and tests the formulas, including the long-standing AHA Face Cream and treatments for discoloration and scarring. The line is allergy tested, fragrance free, and made without animal testing.NEW YORK, NY
Dr. Lara Devgan SkincareDr. Lara Devgan Skincare is the small Upper East Side team behind Dr. Lara Devgan’s scientific beauty line, closely connected to her New York City plastic surgery practice. Founded on her medical expertise, the company creates luxury skincare with clinically oriented ingredients for people seeking targeted, physician-developed care at home.NEW YORK, NY
Dr. Whitney Bowe BeautyDr. Whitney Bowe Beauty is the dermatologist-founded skincare brand of Dr. Whitney Bowe, a board-certified dermatologist and clinical research scientist with more than 40 published articles and book chapters. It is known for Skin Cycling, her streamlined method for using evening skincare actives in rotation to help reduce irritation. The brand develops clinically tested formulas for people seeking evidence-led skin health at home, including after in-office procedures.
Dr. Barbara SturmFounded by German doctor and orthopedics specialist Dr. Barbara Sturm, the company makes Molecular Cosmetics skincare rooted in anti-inflammatory science. Dr. Sturm brought her clinical research into aesthetics in 2002, creating the MCX PRP facial and plasma-based MC1 cream before launching the full collection in 2014. Today, the brand operates seven Spa & Boutiques worldwide and offers personalized routines, treatments, and skincare education alongside its products.NEW YORK, NY