Patient resources
Expert knowledge, plainly written.
Medically reviewed guidance to help you make informed decisions about your skin and hair.
Skin Health
Understanding your skin barrier
Why a calm, intact barrier is the foundation of almost every dermatology plan, and how it quietly gets damaged.
5 min read · Reviewed by Dr Ankita Shah, Lead Dermatologist
Prevention
How to read a sunscreen label
SPF, PA ratings and texture, what actually matters when you are choosing daily protection.
4 min read · Reviewed by Dr Ankita Shah, Lead Dermatologist
Patient Guide
What happens at a dermatology consultation
A short guide to what we ask, what we look at, and what you can expect to leave with.
4 min read · Reviewed by Dr Ankita Shah, Lead Dermatologist
Patient Guide · Pune
How to choose a dermatologist in Pune
Qualifications, registration, hygiene and the questions worth asking, a practical checklist for finding the right skin doctor in Pune.
6 min read · Reviewed by Dr Ankita Shah, Lead Dermatologist
Laser · Pune
Laser hair reduction in Pune: what to know before your first session
How laser hair reduction works on Indian skin, what to do in the weeks before, and the questions to ask any clinic in Pune before you start.
6 min read · Reviewed by Dr Rohan Doshi, Consultant Dermatologist
Acne · Pune
Acne in Pune's monsoon: why breakouts get worse in humid months
Humidity, sweat, helmets and damp towels, why acne often flares between June and September in Pune, and what actually helps.
5 min read · Reviewed by Dr Shanvi Jadhav, Consultant Dermatologist
Pigmentation · Pune
Pigmentation and melasma in Pune: sun protection that actually works for Indian skin
Why Pune's bright, dry sun makes pigmentation stubborn, how to use sunscreen properly, and when to see a dermatologist about melasma.
6 min read · Reviewed by Dr Ankita Shah, Lead Dermatologist
Hair · Pune
Hair fall in Pune: hard water, helmets, stress: and what actually causes it
Separating the local myths from the real causes of hair fall, and how a dermatologist works out which one applies to you.
6 min read · Reviewed by Dr Rohan Doshi, Consultant Dermatologist
Infections · Pune
Fungal skin infections in Pune's monsoon: prevention and when to see a dermatologist
Ringworm, jock itch and athlete's foot rise sharply in humid months. Why over-the-counter creams often fail, and how to stop the cycle.
5 min read · Reviewed by Dr Shanvi Jadhav, Consultant Dermatologist
Scars · Pune
Acne scar treatment in Pune: the options, explained
Ice-pick, boxcar, rolling, different scars need different tools. A clear guide to fractional CO₂ laser, subcision, MNRF and TCA CROSS.
6 min read · Reviewed by Dr Ankita Shah, Lead Dermatologist
Skin Health · Pune
Dry skin and eczema in Pune's winter: why it flares and how to manage it
Pune's winter is short, dry and deceptively harsh on skin. How to manage tightness, itching and eczema flares between November and February.
5 min read · Reviewed by Dr Shanvi Jadhav, Consultant Dermatologist
Aesthetics · Pune
Anti-ageing treatments in Pune: Botox, fillers and HIFU: how to think about them
Lines, volume loss and laxity are different problems with different tools. A dermatologist's guide to what each treatment does and does not do.
6 min read · Reviewed by Dr Ankita Shah, Lead Dermatologist
Patient Guide · Camp, Pune
Visiting a dermatologist in Camp, Pune: what to expect at Own Skin
Where we are on MG Road, how to reach us, what happens at a first consultation, and what to bring, a simple guide for new patients.
4 min read · Reviewed by Dr Rohan Doshi, Consultant Dermatologist
Appointments · Camp, Pune
Ready to understand your skin better?
Book a consultation with our dermatology team and start with a clear explanation of what your skin needs, and what it does not.
What to expect
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Assessment by an MD dermatologist
Your skin, history and goals are examined before anything is recommended.
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A clear plan, explained
What we suggest, what we advise against, expected timelines and downtime.
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Treatment under supervision
Sterile protocols, single-use consumables and scheduled reviews.