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Welcome to the Olansky Dermatology & Aesthetics blog — your trusted source for expert skincare advice, dermatology news, and updates from our team. Whether you’re looking for seasonal skin tips, treatment insights, or practice announcements, you’ll find helpful information curated by our team.

Men Embarrassed by Body Hair

Men Embarrassed by Body Hair

We all have hang-ups about our bodies, or certain traits that threaten our self-esteem. When it comes to men, however, new research finds that over half of men admit to feeling “embarrassed” about their body hair. The New York Post recently weighed in on these...

Why Do I Have Large Pores?

Why Do I Have Large Pores?

Pores are essentially the opening of hair follicles that penetrate several deeper layers of our skin. Each pore contains its own sebaceous (oil-producing) gland and can produce a single shaft of hair. When it comes to pores, however, nobody really wants to see them....

What is Psoriatic Arthritis?

What is Psoriatic Arthritis?

You may be familiar with arthritis and even psoriasis, but have you heard of psoriatic arthritis? While not frequently discussed, psoriatic arthritis affects many individuals. In fact, even the popular reality TV star Kim Kardashian West suffers from this autoimmune...

Remove Fat Without Surgery

Remove Fat Without Surgery

Diet and exercise can go a long way to reduce excess fat on the body. However, it is not uncommon for adults to hit a plateau with their weight loss or get frustrated when they cannot get rid unwanted fat in a certain area of their body. Fortunately, there is a...

Ten Fun Facts About Your Skin

Ten Fun Facts About Your Skin

Your skin, which is medically termed the Integumentary System, isn’t just a means to protect or cover your muscles, organs, and bones. In fact, your skin is an organ itself – the largest organ in your body! It helps regulate your body temperature, dispose of waste...

Skin Conditions of the Female Genitalia

Skin Conditions of the Female Genitalia

A skin problem can be stressful and upsetting – especially when it affects the genital area. Skin conditions such as moles, warts, psoriasis and eczema that commonly affect other areas of the body can behave differently in the highly sensitive genital region. It is...

A Skincare Plan for Young Athletes

A Skincare Plan for Young Athletes

Fall sports are in full swing. As a parent of a child or teen in athletics, you know the hard work and long practices that today’s youth sports demand. While you may be focused on making sure your child gets rest, proper nutrition and their homework completed, don’t...

Understanding Birthmarks

Understanding Birthmarks

Birthmarks are unique to each person. These pigmented patches of skin come in all different shapes, sizes and colors. Surprisingly, not all people have birthmarks and some birthmarks do not appear until shortly after birth. While birthmarks are typically no cause for...