Obagi is the brand name for a line of skin care products.Obagi products are only available through a doctor or specialty medical spa; products sold by retailers are re-selling the products without authorization and there is no guarantee they are genuine.Not for home use.
Step 1: Your face needs to be cleansed.
If you want to cleanse your face, use the gentle cleanser or foaming gel.The cleanser is designed to remove dirt and makeup from your skin.You will get a clean and fresh complexion after using the cleanser.Twice a day, use the cleanser during your morning and nighttime routines.
Step 2: It's time to tone your skin.
The same product for all skin types should be applied to your skin after cleansing.It's not designed to dry out your skin.Twice a day, you should use the toner during your morning and nighttime routines.
Step 3: The product is called Clear.
Clear is the brand name of the step 3 product.Clear is designed to help correct the various discolourations on your skin and leave you with a more even skin tone.For all skin types, the same product is used.The product is only available by prescriptionDiscuss the use of hydroquinone with your doctor.Twice a day, you can use the product during your morning and nighttime routines.
Step 4: Exfoderm® can be used to Exfoliate your skin.
Exfoderm® is a step 4 product that helps remove dead skin cells from your face.New skin cells help give you a brighter and clearer complexion.Only once a day can you use Exforderm.
Step 5: Remove age spots with the help of a tool.
The step 5 product contains hydroquinone.In order to remove age or sun spots and other types of discolouration that may appear on your face, you should gradually lighten your skin.All skin types have the same product.It's only available by prescription.Discuss the use of hydroquinone with your doctor.Only use the tool once a day during the night.
Step 6: Dry areas should be moistened.
Hydrate is the sixth step of the Obagi Nu-Derm® system and it is designed to help dry and flaky skin on your face.You don't need to use Hydrate if you find dry areas.For all skin types, the same product is used.You can use Hydrate during your morning or nighttime routine.
Step 7: Your skin should be protected from the sun.
You should always use sunscreen on your face if you are using any of the Obagi systems that include a product with hydroquinone.Exposure to the smallest amount of sunlight can cause melanocytic activity, which can lead to skin cancer.Sun Shield Matte Broad Spectrum SPF 50 was designed for use with the Obagi systems.It protects your skin from both the UVA and UVB rays.All skin types can use this sunscreen.After you've finished your morning routine, you only need to apply sunscreen.Before you go to bed, you don't need to apply sunscreen.
Step 8: Add more products.
Three products from Obagi's can be used with the Nu-Derm® System.Sunfader® can be used as the last step before sunscreen to target specific discoloured spots on your face.SPF 15 and 4% hydroquinone help correct discoloured spots.Sunfader® is only available with a prescription.As part of your morning routine, use Sunfader only once a day.Zinc oxide and octinoxate are contained in Healthy Skin Protection SPF 35.It can be used instead of the Sun Shield SPF 50.SPF 32 is a sunscreen with zinc oxide that protects against the sun's harmful rays.It is possible to use it instead of Sun Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 50.
Step 9: Take care of your skin with the Obagi360 System.
Start by using the Exfoliating Cleanser to clean your skin.Your skin will look younger with the cleanser.Adding the Retinol 0.5% cream is the second step.The Retinol product gradually releases the retinol throughout the day to help you skin become brighter and to reduce the signs of aging.The result is that your skin will look clearer.The third step is to add a sunscreen.The sunscreen will keep your skin hydrated and protected from the sun.This product can be used for all skin types.Younger patients are the focus of this product.The Retinol 1.0% product is an alternative.The 1.0% solution helps to minimize fine lines, reduce wrinkling, and smooth your skin's texture.
Step 10: The CLENZlderm M.D. can be used.
A system for skin problems.The M.D. is called the CLENZlderm.The system is designed for people with normal to oily skin.The Daily Care Foaming Cleanser contains 2% salicylic acid.The cleanser is to be used twice a day in order to get rid of dead skin cells.The Pore Therapy contains 2% salicylic acid.Pore Therapy is used to prepare your skin for step 3.The therapeutic lotion helps to clean up the skin.You can also get the Therapeutic Moisturizer, which has 20% glycerin.This product calms the skin and keeps it hydrated.There is a substance called BPO.
Step 11: The gentle rejuvenation system can be used to treat sensitive skin.
The system was designed for people with sensitive skin.The first step is a cleanser that will cleanse and soothe your skin at the same time.The Skin Calming Cream is the second step in the process of getting rid of the signs of aging.The third step is the Fortified Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 which protects your skin from sun damage.The Fortified Sunscreen contains 10% L-ascorbic acid, which is also known asVitamin C.The Fortified Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 only needs to be used in the morning.The Advanced Night Repair cream can only be used at night.The Skin Calming Cream is an alternative.The lighter version of the lotion will help soothe your skin and keep it hydrated.The Skin rejuvenation Serum can be added to your routine.It works with your skin's natural rejuvenation abilities to help speed up the healing process of prematurely aged skin.The Ultra- Light Repair SPF 30 Sunscreen Cream is an alternative to the Fortified Sunscreen Broad Spectrum.In addition to being a sunscreen, this cream helps to repair your skin and reduce the signs of early aging.It is possible to add the Ultra-Rich Eye Cream to your routine.The damage to the skin around your eyes can be repaired with this cream.
Step 12: The Obagi-C Rx System can be used to repair skin.
The system is designed to help reduce the signs of aging that may have been caused by sun damage.The first step is to use the C-Cleansing Gel to remove makeup and oil from your face.If you have normal to oily skin, the second step is the C-Balancing Toner which will help balance your skin's pH levels.If you have normal to dry skin, the C-Clarifying Serum will be your first step, followed by the second and third steps.The dark spots on your skin can be smoothed out.If you have normal to dry skin, the next step is the C-Exfoliating Day Lotion.This lotion is a light one that will leave your skin glowing and healthy.The Sun Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contains both UVA and UVB protection to help keep your skin safe against the sun.The C-Therapy Night Cream helps keep your skin hydrated and protects it while you sleep.Only a doctor can prescribe the C-Clarifying Serum.The Sun Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 50 only needs to be used in the morning.You only need to use the C-Therapy Night Cream during your nighttime routine.It's only available by prescription.