Dr. Maryam Zamani on Fusing Surgical Precision with Skincare Luxury

MZ Skin · Performance Skincare

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Beauty · Science · Antakly Projects · London

Dr. Maryam
Zamani

Oculoplastic Surgeon · Cadogan Clinic · Founder, MZ Skin · Georgetown · London

Surgeon, scientist, entrepreneur, and one of the most trusted voices in luxury beauty. A formidable intellect paired with an unwavering drive — and a skincare line that proves science and sensory pleasure are not opposites.

MZ Skin Cadogan Clinic Georgetown · London Vogue · Harper's Bazaar

As seen in VOGUE One of the most trusted authorities in beauty today HARPER'S BAZAAR Her expertise is unmatched in both surgery and skincare TATLER The doctor London's most discerning clients trust ELLE Science-backed luxury that actually delivers THE SUNDAY TIMES A rare combination: brilliant surgeon, brilliant entrepreneur

the genesis

A Doctor's Answer to a Woman's Needs

"I created MZ Skin because I felt there were no doctor-endorsed brands created by a woman doctor with the needs of a woman met," Dr. Zamani explains. She identified that clinical brands often felt like impersonal treatments — lacking the ritual and sensory pleasure of luxury skincare.

MZ Skin is her answer: a fusion of "highly active ingredients that work together in synergy to promote beautiful radiant skin combined with a soothing sensory experience." Clean, effective, and environmentally conscious — designed for the multifaceted modern woman.

"I felt there were no doctor-endorsed brands created by a woman doctor with the needs of a woman met."

the philosophy

Reveal, Enhance & Protect

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REVEAL "Bi-weekly exfoliation helps remove dead skin, debris and pollution that can sit in skin, making it look lackluster and dull." Prepare the canvas for everything that follows.

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ENHANCE Active ingredients: Vitamin C to protect against UV damage and promote collagen synthesis. Retinol to boost collagen production, improve texture, and diminish pigmentation.

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PROTECT "Of course we cannot forget sunscreen, the ultimate skin protector." The non-negotiable final step — a mantra she lives by as a surgeon who sees the effects of sun damage firsthand.

the juggle

Inspiration & challenge

"As a working mother, it can be the challenge to be a good mother, wife, friend, surgeon, entrepreneur and have a little down time for myself." She credits her work ethic to her parents, draws growth from friends and visionaries across industries, and finds her ultimate motivation in her children — who "inspire me everyday to be the best I can be for them."

The collection

MZ Skin

Performance-driven ingredients with sumptuous textures. A clean, effective, and environmentally conscious capsule collection. Science and ritual, together at last.

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About Antakly Projects

Antakly Projects — originally Ninu Nina — has been in conversation with the most inspiring women in beauty, art, fashion and culture since 2003. Dr. Maryam Zamani is a friend whose dedication and discipline this platform has been privileged to witness firsthand.

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