

The Obagi Nu-Derm and Obagi Nu-Derm Fx range both work to achieve the same result. The difference between the two are the ingredients used. Both the Nu-Derm and Nu-Derm Fx are available for both normal to dry skin and normal to oily skin. In addition to this, you are able to buy the whole kit, individual products or a trial size kit.
Obagi Nu-Derm is a fantastic treatment that works for most skin concerns and is highly effective. This treatment requires a commitment to give you results and deals with the consequences of skin damage from sun exposure, hormonal changes and stress.
The skin concerns you may have included:-
What is the difference between Obagi Nu-Derm and Obagi Nu-Derm FX?
As explained above, there is a range of products available to suit your skin whether you have dry skin or oily. Obagi takes the options one step further with the FX range.
So what is the difference between the Nu-derm and the Nu-derm FX?
Nu-Derm products, such as Clear and Blender, contain 4% hydroquinone, which is a prescription ingredient. Nu-Derm FX swaps the hydroquinone for arbutin. Arbutin does not require a prescription. Both hydroquinone and arbutin are skin brighteners.
This is a seven step process, which you will need to learn and adjust to suit your skin and lifestyle.This is a 18 to 24 week programmes that will transform your skin. How to adjust the use of each product will be explained to you at your consultation.
Please select an option below to see details of each Obagi System.
PERFECT IMAGE CONSULTANTS- OBAGI PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET – NU DERM |
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Who is it suitable for, or what skin concerns might they have |
All Ages, generally above 18. |
Pigmentation concerns fine lines, wrinkles. |
Good for skin rejuvenation, improves skin tone and texture. |
Teenage acne adult acne |
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who should not use it | If Pregnant, breast feeding, have any allergies or cancers |
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Do not use these products | Try and avoid hydrate lux as it can slow down the process. |
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PRODUCTS | PREP STAGE | ACTIVE PHASE | |||||||||
Gentle Cleanser | Foaming gel |
Toner | Clear | Exfoderm | Exfoderm Forte |
Blender | Hydrate | Lux | Sunshield |
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When to use | Normal to Dry skin AM/PM |
Normal to OILY skin AM/PM |
AM/PM | AM/PM | Normal to Dry skin AM |
Normal to Oily skin AM |
PM | As Needed |
Not requried |
As Needed |
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How to use | 1/2 g.Use for 60 sec | 1/2 g. Use for |
1/2g | 1/2g | 1/2g | 1/2g | 1/2g with Tretinoin |
1/2g | 1/2g | 1/2g | |
What do they do | Removes Impurities | Removes Impurities & xs oil |
assists in aligning skin pH |
Contains Hq, prevents melanin formation and brighten skin tone |
Increases cellular turnover and hydration in epidermis |
Increases cellular turnover and hydration in epidermis |
skin Birghtening and controls melanin |
Reduces water loss encourages healthy skin |
Reduces water loss encourages healthy skin |
UVA /UVB protection |
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For how long should I use it | In general 18-24 week cycle | ||||||||||
Should I swap or add any other product later? | Addition of tretinoin either 0.025%, 0.05%. 0.1% recommended to start with 005%. |
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Trouble shooting | Normal to Dry system is for sensitive skin and less aggressive than the normal to oily system. Excessive dryness/redness/peeling can be controlled by changing frequency of exfoderm+ blender+ Tret. Adverse reactions such as bumps/ ecessive itching, blisters speak to clinical team |