Blog Topic: Skin Care

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.

Skin Cysts: When To Worry

Cysts that develop under the skin do not typically warrant urgent treatment. Most patients realize they have a cyst when they see or feel a small pea-sized lump just beneath the skin surface. Skin cysts are usually diagnosed as either epidermoid cysts or pillar cysts....

Scar Prevention 101

We can’t always protect our skin from injury. Accidents happen. While the injury itself can be difficult to bear, the potential for permanent scarring can be even more detrimental. Scar prevention can be done at any age. While it is not possible to completely prevent...

Treating a Minor Skin Burn

Whether it was you or your child, a skin burn is a sudden and painful injury that needs attention. First and foremost, you need to determine the severity of the burn. A minor or first degree burn may be monitored and treated at home, but always seek a medical...

Chlorine and Your Skin

Pool days are upon us. Swimming is certainly a favorite summer activity for all ages. However, before you spend hours dipping your body in and out of the refreshing pool, you’ll want know the effects that chlorine can have on your skin. Chlorine is added to swimming...

Are Those Sunspots?

Many patients come to our office with concerns of sunspots on their skin. It is one of the most common skin conditions that we diagnose. Sunspots are medically termed “actinic keratosis” (AK). Sunspots develop when the skin is damaged from UV rays or indoor tanning....

5 Types of Teen Acne

Pimples, zits, breakouts – whatever you prefer to call it, acne is a problematic skin condition for many teenagers. At a time when trying to fit in and look your best is especially important, an acne flare-up can be a major detriment to a teen’s self-esteem. While all...

Is Your Pedicure Safe?

As temperatures warm up and flip-flops break out, you likely have a trip to the nail salon planned to decorate those bare toes. However, before you sit back and relax during your pedicure, you need to conduct a brief inspection of the salon to be sure it is safe....

Answering Your Questions About Micro Needling

Micro Needling is an excellent option for patients who want facial rejuvenation without surgery. Although it’s name may sound intimidating, micro needling is minimally invasive, quick and requires virtually no downtime. It works by stimulating your body’s natural...