Obagi Clear is designed to be used both morning and night and helps more with surface damage and pigmentation on the upper layers of the skin. Obagi Blender is to be used only in the evening mixed with your tretinoin/retin-A.
In this manner, can you mix Obagi clear with tretinoin?
Can you use the Obagi Nu Derm System (with tretinoin and hydroquinone) during the summer? Absolutely! In fact, it is especially important to use your Nu Derm products during the summer when sun exposure is at its highest and skin’s susceptibility to sun damage is at its peak.
Likewise, does Obagi Blender have hydroquinone?
Obagi Nu-Derm Blender Information
A unique formula containing prescription 4% hydroquinone for the gradual lightening of hyperpigmentation, such as dark spots, sun spots, age spots, melasma, and other types of discoloration.
Does Obagi Blender smell bad?
The worst part of the whole process is the smell of the Blender. It’s not terrible, just very medical. I’ve always warned my patients to be ready for their skin to change. They are usually starting from a basic regimen whereas I was already doing quite a few steps morning and night.
Does Obagi clear cause peeling?
Because it is prescription only the Obagi Nu-Derm system is powerful and as your skin transforms you may experience some side-effects in the first six weeks, such as redness and irritation and dryness and flaking.
How do I use Obagi Blender?
Squeeze a small amount (approximately 1-2 pea-size drops) onto your hand. Apply evenly to the entire face, or as directed by your skin care physician. If no improvement is seen after three (3) months of treatment, use of this product should be discontinued.
How do you use Obagi blend FX?
To use this cream apply to entire face in the evening, avoiding contact with eyelids and extending to the hairline, over the ears and ending with a feathering motion from the jaw line down the neck to best soak the product into the skin. The exfoliating ingredients promote healthy cell turnover and brighten skin.
How long does it take for Obagi Blender to work?
Most patients start to see improvements within the first six weeks.
Is Obagi Blender safe?
This medication is for use on the skin only. If it is used incorrectly, unwanted skin lightening may occur. Avoid getting this product in your eyes or on the inside of your nose or mouth.
What does Obagi clear do?
Obagi Nu-Derm Clear Fx is a hydroquinone-free treatment to lighten dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Sun damage and hyperpigmentation age the complexion. Obagi Nu-Derm Clear Fx works to fade dark spots and create a more even skin tone.
What is Obagi Blender used for?
The Obagi Blender is used to lighten dark spots on the face, help clear up acne, and create a clear, even complexion. It is also recommended to help clear up the effects of rosacea. The Obagi Blender can be used with Retin-A.
What is the difference between Obagi clear FX and Obagi clear?
The Obagi Clear FX has alpha arbutin. It no longer has hydroquinone. It actually FX never had hydroquinone. The regular Obagi Clear was an RX product and that has hydroquinone in it.
Which Obagi is best for dark spots?
Nu-Derm Clear is part of the Nu-Derm System. The Nu-Derm System helps transform the skin’s appearance by reducing darks spots, revealing younger, healthier-looking skin. Nu-Derm is ideal if you have: Age spots.