What does Obagi clear do for your skin?
What does Obagi clear do for your skin?
Obagi Nu-Derm Clear Fx works to fade dark spots and create a more even skin tone. This hydroquinone-free skin lightener helps minimize imperfections caused by melasma, sun damage, acne and more. The non-prescription formula is gentle, yet effectively works to clarify and brighten skin.
What is the difference between Obagi clear FX and Obagi clear?
The Obagi Clear FX has alpha arbutin. It no longer has hydroquinone. The regular Obagi Clear was an RX product and that has hydroquinone in it. It’s a 4%.
How fast does Obagi clear work?
It takes time, money and patience to achieve the results. The Nu-Derm system should last for 16 weeks. In certain cases your practitioner may require you to stay on the system for 18 or even 24 weeks. It’s important to remember skin doesn’t become damaged overnight, often we are trying to correct years of neglect.
How often should you use Obagi clear?
Use the “Clear” product twice a day, once during your morning routine and again during your nighttime routine. Use Exforderm® only once a day, during your morning routine. Remove age spots with Blender®. Blender®, the step 5 product, also contains prescription-strength hydroquinone.
Can you use Obagi clear under eyes?
The skin around the eyes is delicate, and it is often the first area to show signs of aging. Obagi Nu Derm Eye Cream is essential for maintaining a soft, smooth under-eye. This anti-wrinkle formula helps to deeply hydrate and promote elasticity with safflower oil and lanolin.
How do you use Obagi clear?
Apply 1 or 2 pea-size drops of Obagi Nu-Derm Clear onto face, extending to the hairline and ears. Using fingertips, massage 1 to 2 pea-size drops of Exfoderm (for dry skin) or Exfoderm Forte (for oily skin) into skin. Apply 1 or 2 pea-size drops of Obagi Nu-Derm Blender onto skin using hands.
Does Obagi clear cause redness?
Mild burning, stinging, redness, and dryness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Do I use Obagi clear and blender together?
Do not rinse off. Apply 1 or 2 pea-size drops of Obagi Nu-Derm Clear onto face, extending to the hairline and ears. Using fingertips, massage 1 to 2 pea-size drops of Exfoderm (for dry skin) or Exfoderm Forte (for oily skin) into skin. Apply 1 or 2 pea-size drops of Obagi Nu-Derm Blender onto skin using hands.
What is the difference between Obagi Blender and clear?
The difference between the clear & blend is the molecular size of the 7% Arbutin used in both. Obagi Nuderm Clear FX: larger molecule which sits on the surface of the skin and influences epidermal pigmentation.
What is the side effect of hydroquinone?
Hydroquinone topical side effects severe skin redness, burning, or stinging; severe skin dryness, cracking, or bleeding; blisters or oozing; or. blue or black discoloration of the skin (especially if you are Hispanic or African-American).
Can you mix Obagi clear with tretinoin?
Obagi Blender and Obagi Tretinoin Cream (. 025) are combined together to assist in reversing the signs of aging as well as improving the overall texture and appearance of your skin.