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Step 1
A dermatologist is a medical doctor whose specialty is skin-related issues. To determine the range of skin-care issues appropriate for your dermatologist, first become familiar with your dermatologist’s practice. Like other medical concentrations, dermatologists can have differing focuses.
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Step 2
Next, focus on your own skin-care problems, and determine their extent and severity before deciding to call your dermatologist.
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Step 3
Finally, consult this short list of serious skin afflictions, and if your own issue is on the list or is similar in nature or severity to a list item, contact your dermatologist immediately.
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Step 4
Serious skin-care problems: bleeding, persistent or painful acne; moles or freckles that change in color, size or shape; rashes that bleed, swell or fail to respond to over-the-counter medicines; lumps, bumps or protrusions under your skin; or open sores that do not heal after proper over-the-counter treatment.
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Step 1
While a dermatologist specializes in the cause and cure of skin afflictions, an aesthetician focuses on more superficial issues and discovering their causes. First, determine the nature and severity of your skin-care issues, to decide whether it is most appropriate to call the aesthetician.
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Step 2
Next, understand the services offered by the aesthetician you will consult. Some aestheticians practice independently or in conjuction with a spa, and others work within dermatology practices.
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Step 3
Finally, consult this short list of superficial skin afflictions, and if your own issue is on the list or is similar in nature to a list item, consulting an aesthetician may help lead to fast relief for your skin-care concerns.
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Step 4
Superficial skin-care problems: minor to moderate acne; clogged pores; fine to medium lines; off-colored pigmentation; rosy cheeks; dry or rough skin; and the formation of wrinkles.
