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Dermixology: The Story of Innovation

Board-certified dermatologist, Deborah S. Sarnoff, MD, and board-certified plastic surgeon, Robert H. Gotkin, MD, capitalize on their expertise to create DERMIXOLOGY™.

From anti-aging creams and body lotions to sunscreens and skin brighteners, there is certainly no lack of skincare products on the market. So, what is the "magic bullet" that sets Dermixology apart from the rest?

Dr. Sarnoff is the first to admit:
"We didn't go to the Amazon jungle and bring back a rare herb that was never discovered before. We didn't go to a monastery and bring back water the monks washed their hands with, nor did we pay any of our celebrity patients to boast about our products."

The simple truth is that Dr. Sarnoff and Dr. Gotkin are leaders in their respective fields who have spent their lives taking care of tens of thousands of patients dealing with issues of aging and cosmetic problems of the skin. Especially in caring for patients post-operatively -- whether it be after a laser procedure or a facelift -- they fine-tuned their protocols and invented products specifically designed to expedite healing, maximize results and minimize downtime. They started to routinely prescribe these products for all of their post-operative patients. One woman scheduled for a facelift misunderstood the directions and started to use the products prior to her procedure. When she came back for the procedure, they were amazed at the results! Her skin was brighter, tighter, less wrinkled and the brown spots were almost gone! They saw what worked. They then carved out time from their busy practice to go to the laboratory and Dermixology was born. Dermixology contains a powerhouse of safe, pharmaceutical-grade ingredients that work together effectively not just in the post-operative setting, but in all patients. Patients with oily skin, sensitive skin, acne-prone skin -- everyone!

Dermixology: The Marriage of Dermatology, Plastic Surgery and Skincare

Dr. Sarnoff and Dr. Gotkin have made a career of being partners both in medicine and in life. In fact, they met on the first day of internship and have been inseparable ever since.

Dr. Sarnoff, voted one of New York Magazine's "Best Doctors", and a New York Times Super Doctor by her peers, is a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at NYU Langone Health. She is the Editor-in-Chief of the prestigious peer-reviewed Journal of Drugs and Dermatology and President of The Skin Cancer Foundation -- a non-profit dedicated to the prevention, early detection and treatment of skin cancer. Throughout her career, Dr. Sarnoff has specialized in cosmetic dermatology and the use of state-of-the-art lasers, injectable neuromodulators and fillers and clinical strength topicals to improve the appearance of the skin and smooth out wrinkles.

Dr. Gotkin has also been voted a New York Times Super Doctor by his peers and named a "Top Doctor in NY" by Castle Connolly for over 25 years. He has been sought out by celebrities from across the nation and as far away as Australia for his surgical expertise and his anti-aging knowledge. Dr. Gotkin brings a unique perspective to Dermixology as a world-renowned plastic surgeon intimately familiar with all aspects of rejuvenation. From his published research in prestigious medical journals and his experience in clinical practice, he knows which skin care ingredients really work. 

Both doctors lecture both nationally and internationally on all aspects of dermatology and plastic surgery and are respected sources of information for the media. They are also co-writers of the best-seller, "Instant Beauty: Getting Gorgeous on Your Lunch Break," and Dr. Sarnoff is co-author of the blockbuster "Beauty and the Beam: Your Complete Guide to Cosmetic Laser Surgery."

Collaboration and Innovation

Dr. Sarnoff and Dr. Gotkin share a strong interest in beauty, anti-aging techniques and helping people improve their appearance. With their vast knowledge from two different backgrounds, they discovered that they could offer even more together. Their special collaboration creates a real synergy: 1+1=3. As Aristotle said, "the whole is greater than the sum of its parts."

Dermixology combines the disciplines of dermatology and plastic surgery with the most powerful, medical-grade ingredients to achieve the tightest, most glowing, and radiant skin possible.

Think Like a Dermatologist

Dr. Sarnoff has a passion for skincare and believes in the importance of a good daily skincare routine. She loves educating people on how to develop an individualized plan.

She isn’t a fan of all the hype, unsubstantiated claims, and puffery surrounding the latest skincare trends -- especially when patients ask her about a certain "flavor-of-the-month" ingredient. She always warns her patients not to be seduced by the fancy packaging, heavy advertising and celebrity endorsements. It's the tried-and-true ingredients, the way they are mixed and the trusted expertise of the physicians who understand the science of skincare that make the difference.

Her response is always the same:
"Don't believe everything you see and hear. I will teach you how to read labels, evaluate skincare products, and think like a dermatologist!"

In the pursuit of healthy skin, Dr. Sarnoff emphasizes that it all comes down to the mix of ingredients. Just like a mixologist knows how to blend ingredients to make the perfect drink. Dermixology mixes the most professional-grade ingredients in the precise proportions to deliver the perfect products for you. 

Dermixology:  Clinical-Strength Cosmeceuticals

Dermixology contains clinical-strength products designed to work with the body's natural mechanisms of repair and rejuvenation. Every single product in the Dermixology line has been dermatologist tested as well as plastic surgeon tested for peak performance and formulated to achieve maximum efficacy. The brainchild of Dr. Sarnoff and Dr. Gotkin, Dermixology is something they made together. They want to share it with the world and they hope everyone will benefit from their creation.