Advanced Post-Operative & Pre-Surgical Skin Optimization
True beauty is sustained through the intersection of clinical science and daily ritual. Elixir MD offers a sophisticated range of medical-grade formulations that empower you to maintain your professional results from the comfort of home.

ELIXIR MD™ is a physician-developed post-operative and pre-surgical skin optimization protocol designed to enhance healing, reduce inflammation, and improve overall skin health before and after surgery. Whether you're recovering from plastic surgery or preparing your skin for an upcoming procedure, ELIXIR MD™ supports tissue regeneration, accelerates healing, and reduces complications.
At De La Cruz Plastic Surgery, we understand that healthy skin leads to better surgical outcomes. ELIXIR MD™ integrates cutting-edge recovery science and regenerative medicine to optimize your healing journey and help you achieve the best possible aesthetic results.

For patients prone to acne breakouts, ELIXIR MD™ helps reduce inflammation, calm irritated skin, and lower the risk of post-surgical breakouts or infections. This protocol is customized based on Acne Severity Index grading to ensure optimal skin preparation before surgery.
Key Benefits:
Grade | Score | Findings | Treatment Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mild | 2 | Few small papules/pustules, mild erythema | Twice a week for 6 weeks (12 treatments) |
| Moderate | 3 | Several small or large papules/pustules, moderate erythema | Twice a week for 8 weeks (16 treatments) |
| Severe | 4 | Numerous small and/or large papules/pustules, severe erythema | Customized plan for intensive skin preparation |

For patients with eczema-prone or sensitive skin, the ELIXIR MD™ Detox™ treatment utilizes blue light therapyto reduce inflammation, regulate skin cell turnover, and enhance healing.

Key Benefits:
By preparing your skin before surgery, ELIXIR MD™ reduces post-operative complications and ensures a smoother, more refined healing process.
Severity | Treatment Frequency |
|---|---|
| Mild | Twice a week for 4 weeks (8 treatments) |
| Moderate | Twice a week for 6 weeks (12 treatments) |
| Moderately Severe | Twice a week for 8 weeks (16 treatments) |
ELIXIR MD™ is designed for patients undergoing:
Dr. Emmanuel De La Cruz, a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, has developed ELIXIR MD™ as an innovative solution to optimize both pre-surgical skin health and post-surgical recovery. Our clinic offers personalized treatment plans tailored to your skin type, procedure, and healing needs.


Prepare your skin for surgery and accelerate your recovery with ELIXIR MD™. Contact De La Cruz Plastic Surgery today to learn how our cutting-edge pre- and post-operative protocols can enhance your surgical outcome.
📍De La Cruz Plastic Surgery
📍 15016 FM 529 W, Houston, Texas 77095
📞 Call Us: (832) 776-1134
📧 Email: [email protected]