Dariya Tishchenko is a dermatologist and cosmetologist who doesn’t follow a template — she follows her own philosophy. In her practice, she combines medical expertise with an artistic sense of aesthetics, blending classical dermatology with injection-based and hardware technologies. Her approach is rooted in treating the patient as a whole, where the goal is not just beauty, but harmony, comfort, and confidence.
“We don’t just stop time,” Dariya says. “We can turn it back — naturally, safely, and without excess.”
How did you come to combine dermatology and aesthetic medicine?
It all started with an interest in dermatology during my internship. But I quickly realized that to achieve real, visible results for patients, medical treatment alone wasn’t enough. Many issues — from post-acne marks to dull skin — require a combined approach. That’s when I decided to bring together dermatology and aesthetic medicine.
The initial impulse was probably a simple curiosity about the skin — how to make it smooth, healthy, and clear. But over the years, I came to understand that behind every procedure lies not just a technique, but a person’s life story.
What is the strength of this approach in practice?
It lies in its complexity. I work with patients not only as a dermatologist, but as a specialist who sees the full picture: lifestyle, nutrition, stress levels, and the presence of chronic conditions. The skin is the largest organ in the body and often the first to signal internal imbalance. If we only treat the surface symptoms without addressing the root cause, the effect will be temporary.
I teach my patients how to use professional home care properly, explain why quality sleep matters, how stress impacts hormonal balance, and why it’s important not to neglect consultations with a gynecologist, gastroenterologist, or endocrinologist.
The result? Lasting remission, prevention of flare-ups, and real, long-term improvements.
Your philosophy is natural, symmetrical, and harmonious corrections. What does “beauty without excess” mean to you?
It’s when a woman wakes up in the morning and already likes what she sees — without foundation, without filters, without the urge to hide anything.
“Beauty without excess” isn’t about perfection — it’s about confidence. My goal is to preserve the individuality of the face. If a technique erases someone’s unique features, I won’t use it.
All the products I work with are ones I’ve tested on myself first. I only work with brands that have their own laboratories, clinical research, and stable, proven results. It’s important for me not only to know if a method works, but why it works, for whom it’s effective, and how long the result will last.
Are there requests you fundamentally refuse to work with?
Yes — and I believe that’s absolutely normal for a responsible doctor. For example, if a patient with a severe form of acne wants lip fillers, I insist on treating the skin first. Acne isn’t just an aesthetic concern — it’s a chronic condition with a risk of complications.
I also don’t work with “urgent” requests from those who want to “do everything at once” right before a vacation. I explain that rushing procedures can be dangerous. My philosophy is simple: no aesthetic result is worth compromising someone’s health.
Has modern aesthetics changed? What do patients focus on today — trends or inner comfort?
It really depends on age and experience. Younger people (18–28 years old) still often follow trends from TikTok or Instagram. But my long-term patients — those who’ve been with me for years — increasingly value inner comfort and a harmonious appearance.
I can see how the requests are evolving: from “I want to look like this blogger” to “I want to stay myself, just better.” And in my opinion, that’s a very healthy shift. We’re gradually moving away from the “mask effect,” but the process is still ongoing.
My job is to listen to each generation, understand their context — but always maintain my professional integrity. Because my signature stands behind every procedure I perform.
What do you want a patient to remember after meeting you?
That their problem can be solved — just not instantly, but step by step. That skincare isn’t an obligation, but a form of self-respect. And that I genuinely care about the result — not formally, but sincerely.
I always provide clear recommendations and detailed treatment plans, but I also explain that results come only when the patient actively engages in the process.
My dream is for patients to see daily care not as a routine, but as a personal aesthetic ritual. That’s when it truly works.
