About Pasteur Pharmacy NYC
Established in 1961, Pasteur Pharmacy NYC has been a trusted provider of pharmaceutical services, premium beauty products, and high-end grooming essentials. Over the decades, we have remained committed to offering unparalleled customer service and a carefully curated selection of specialty products.
Our prescription department is at the heart of our operations, featuring custom compounding services that allow us to create personalized formulas tailored to individual needs.
Beyond pharmaceuticals, we take pride in offering a wide range of international beauty and grooming brands, including:
- Claus Porto luxury bar soaps
- Santa Maria Novella botanical body care
- Myrurgia Maja Spanish dusting powders
- Denman hairbrushes and Janeke makeup mirrors
- Botot French toothpaste, a formulation dating back to 1755
In addition to our carefully selected products, we host community events for shaving enthusiasts, bringing together experts and customers to share insights and techniques.
Pasteur Midtown – 53 East 34th St., New York, NY 10016
Pasteur Upper East Side – 806 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10065
Our History (1961-1980)
Pasteur Pharmacy was founded at 10 Park Avenue, NYC by Dr. Isidore Farber and Dr. Joseph Iliev, both experts in pharmaceuticals. Their vision was to provide superior prescription services and personalized customer care.
Over time, Pasteur Pharmacy became well known for hard-to-find medications, ethical business practices, and high-quality formulations.
A New Generation (1987-2010)
In 1987, leadership transitioned to Leon Tarasenko and Steven Schimmel, two experienced pharmacists. Their goal was to expand and modernize while maintaining the store’s heritage.
By 1992, Pasteur Pharmacy had expanded to 806 Lexington Avenue, acquiring the historic Radoff Pharmacy (est. 1948).
Our Shaving Tradition (2015-Present)
By 2015, Pasteur Pharmacy had become widely recognized as a premier destination for wet shaving and men’s grooming.
Our selection includes some of the most respected brands in the industry, such as Truefitt & Hill, Omega, Noble Otter, and Semogue.
Today, we are one of the largest retailers of luxury shaving products in the United States.
Expanding Online (2020-Present)
In response to growing demand, we launched our online store in 2020 to ensure customers could access our exclusive selection from anywhere in the world.
Since then, we have expanded our shipping capabilities and are continuing to grow our global presence.
By 2025, our goal is to:
- Expand to over 150,000+ products
- Offer lower-cost international shipping
From a neighborhood pharmacy in NYC to a worldwide retailer, Pasteur Pharmacy remains committed to quality, customer service, and innovation.
