A New York Tradition Since 1961
Discover the story behind Pasteur Pharmacy, where trusted pharmaceutical care, specialty beauty products, international brands, and traditional shaving come together.
More than a neighborhood pharmacy
Established in 1961, Pasteur Pharmacy has proudly served New York City with trusted pharmaceutical services, personalized attention, and a carefully selected assortment of health, beauty, wellness, and grooming products.
Our prescription department remains at the heart of our business. We are committed to attentive customer care and offer custom compounding services designed around individual patient needs.
Beyond traditional pharmacy services, Pasteur Pharmacy has become known for hard-to-find products, international beauty brands, independent artisans, and one of the most recognized traditional shaving selections in the United States.
Our mission has remained the same for generations: provide distinctive products with knowledgeable, personal service.
More than six decades of service
From a neighborhood pharmacy to an international online destination, Pasteur Pharmacy has continued to evolve while preserving its tradition of personal service.
The Beginning
Pasteur Pharmacy was founded at 10 Park Avenue in New York City by Dr. Isidore Farber and Dr. Joseph Iliev. Their vision centered on dependable prescription services, high-quality formulations, and personalized customer care.
A New Generation
Leadership transitioned to pharmacists Leon Tarasenko and Steven Schimmel. They expanded and modernized the business while maintaining the values and personal service that defined Pasteur Pharmacy.
Expanding to Lexington Avenue
Pasteur Pharmacy expanded to 806 Lexington Avenue, continuing the legacy of the historic Radoff Pharmacy and serving a new generation of Upper East Side customers.
A Traditional Shaving Destination
Pasteur Pharmacy became widely recognized among wet-shaving enthusiasts for its extensive collection of shaving soaps, creams, brushes, razors, aftershaves, and independent artisan brands.
Expanding Online
The Pasteur Pharmacy online store expanded access to our specialty selection, allowing customers throughout the United States and around the world to shop with us.
What makes us different
Our stores combine professional pharmacy services with a distinctive assortment of beauty, wellness, personal-care, and traditional grooming products.
Pharmacy Care
Trusted prescription services, personalized assistance, and custom compounding solutions developed around individual patient needs.
Beauty and Wellness
International skincare, body care, hair care, oral care, and specialty products that may be difficult to find elsewhere.
Traditional Shaving
A renowned selection of shaving soaps, razors, brushes, creams, aftershaves, and independent artisan grooming products.
A destination for wet-shaving enthusiasts
Pasteur Pharmacy is proud to support the traditional shaving community with an extensive collection of respected heritage brands and independent artisans.
Whether a customer is discovering traditional shaving for the first time or searching for a rare artisan release, our team is committed to providing knowledgeable service and a memorable selection.
Explore Our Selection
- Traditional shaving soaps and creams
- Safety razors and straight razors
- Premium shaving brushes
- Aftershaves and grooming essentials
- Heritage European brands
- Independent artisan products
From New York City to customers around the world
Our online store makes it easier to discover specialty pharmacy, beauty, personal-care, wellness, and wet-shaving products from established brands and independent makers.
We continue to expand our selection and improve domestic and international delivery options while maintaining the personal service our customers have trusted since 1961.
Visit our New York stores
Explore our selection in person and receive personalized assistance from the Pasteur Pharmacy team.
Pasteur Pharmacy β 34th Street
53 East 34th StreetNew York, NY 10016 Get Directions
Pasteur Pharmacy β Lexington Avenue
806 Lexington AvenueNew York, NY 10065 Get Directions
Our story continues
From a neighborhood New York pharmacy to an international online destination, Pasteur Pharmacy remains committed to quality products, trusted service, and genuine customer care.