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.
When it comes to skin issues in men, shaving folliculitis is a common concern. You may understand this condition better using the term “razor bumps.” If you struggle with painful, itchy and unsightly bumps on your face after your shaving session, you can and should...
How well do you know your skin? If you want to care for your skin well, you need to first identify your skin type. There are a variety of skin types, and each one has a unique set of needs. Understanding your skin type, whether it is oily, dry or sensitive, can...
Facial fillers continue to be a popular solution for those that want to turn back the hands of time without going under the knife. Facial fillers are a non-surgical means of cosmetic correction and improvement to the face. Patients can get facial filler injections...
We’ve all been there. It’s been a long day and all you want to do is crawl in bed. You skip your face-washing regime in an effort to let your head hit the pillow a few minutes sooner. Harmless, right? While an occasional skip may not produce much harm, if you sleep in...
Have you scheduled your full body skin exam this year? It is an exam that could save your life. While you may think you know your skin well enough to detect gradual changes in moles or lesions, it can be very difficult to not only see all parts of your body by...
The natural aging process is inevitable. As we get older, the skin loses collagen and elastin fibers, which means our facial skin loses volume and is less able to hold its firmness. Fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin result. While we can’t avoid aging altogether,...
Your skin is the largest organ on your body, with a critical role of protecting it. While you may think you are well acquainted with your skin because you see it every day, the majority of your skin involves components that are unseen. Here’s a closer look at the...
When it comes to how alcohol impacts your skin, we aren’t talking about rubbing alcohol. Unfortunately, the alcohol you consume in your favorite cocktail has been proven to produce poor consequences on your skin. For those that consume alcohol on a regular basis, your...
It is true that wrinkles are an inevitable consequence of the natural aging process. However, the formation of wrinkles can be accelerated by several factors that are within our control. Therefore, while we may not be able to stop time, there are still some things you...
Just like any other organ in your body, your skin needs proper vitamins and minerals to be healthy. In fact, a deficiency in certain vitamins can cause your skin to be dry. When your skin is dry, it is not only be uncomfortable, but it can become irritated and crack,...
