- Why should I use all the products in the System?
- What is the difference between the Obagi System products and the products purchased from department stores, drug stores, infomercials, etc?
- How often should I contact my Physician/Skin Care Specialist?
- Can the products be applied around the eyes, neck and chest?
- Can the products be used during pregnancy?
- Can the products be used if in the sun (i.e. at sporting events or at the beach)?
- What happens if I stop using the products?
- What does the Obagi Nu-Derm System do for aging skin?
- How quickly will I see results when using Obagi Nu-Derm System?
- What can I expect while using the Obagi Nu-Derm System?
Q: Why should I use all the products in the system?
A: Each Obagi system is specifically designed to work
together as a system to transform your skin. When used
as a system, the formulas work together to effectively
balance the pH level and penetrate ingredients to the layers
of the skin--revealing superior results. As always,
please follow the individual protocol designed by your
Physician or Skin Care Specialist.
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Q:
What is the difference between the Obagi System products
and the products purchased from department stores, drug
stores, infomercials, etc?
A: Obagi System skin care products are prescription strength,
or pharmaceutical products that work at the cellular level
to correct the skin cell function. Products purchased
from a retail store are cosmeceutical products. When
applied, they do not correct skin cells; instead they
"mask" the damaged skin only on the surface of the
skin for a temporary period.
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Q:
How often should I contact my Physician/Skin Care
Specialist?
A: It is important to contact your Physician or Skin Care
Specialist as directed by them, usually once a week for the
first three weeks or anytime you have a concern which is
previously not discussed as normal part of the Transformation.
Be prepared to inform your Physician or Skin Care Specialist
about your skin's progress.
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Q:
Can the products be applied around the eyes, neck and
chest?
A: With the exception of the Obagi Nu-Derm System Eye Cream
and Professional-C Serum 5%, you should avoid using products
around the eye area, as that skin area is thin and
delicate. The products can be used on the neck and
chest, however, the skin on the neck and chest is different
than that of the face. Thus, you should consult with
your Physician or Skin care Specialist on dosage and
frequency.
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Q: Can
the products be used during pregnancy?
A: The non-prescription products are safe to use during
pregnancy and nursing. The prescription products which
contain Hydroquinone and Tretinoin are rated Category
"C" for women who are pregnant or nursing, and
should not be used.
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Q:
Can
the products be used if in the sun (i.e. at sporting events
or at the beach)?
A: Keeping in mind that extended sun exposure damages the
skin, it is suggested to avoid prolonged sun exposure
without protection. Always ware a sunscreen like the
Obagi Nu-Derm Healthy Skin Protection SPF 35, Obagi-C Rx
SunGuard SPF30, or Obagi Nu-Derm Physical UV Block SPF
32. While on the system, you can participate in normal
outdoor activity. However, your skin may be sensitive to the
sun and heat. It is very important to apply sun
protection every few hours while exposed to the sun.
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Q:
What happens if I stop using the products?
A: The skin is your largest living organ and is constantly
in the process of renewal. Skin cells mature and
migrate to the surface every 28 days. The dead cells
remain on the surface for another 12 days before sloughing
off. When you stop using the products, you have
interrupted the healthy cell renewal process.
Eventually, the improved healthy cells will revert to where
you started with abnormal skin cell function. You will
begin to see diminishing results within weeks.
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Q:
What does the Obagi Nu-Derm System do for aging skin?
A: As skin ages, just like the body, it loses the ability to
properly renew itself. The Obagi Nu-Derm System is a
prescription strength skin care system that is physician
monitored to accelerate skin cell turnover so that it looks
and acts younger and healthier.
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Q:
How quickly will I see results when using the Obagi
Nu-Derm System?
A: The prescribed protocol and frequency is determined by
your individual skin condition. By carefully following
your Physician or Skin Care Specialists customized protocol,
you can expect visible improvements in 4-6 weeks.
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Q:
What can I expect while using the Obagi Nu-Derm System?
A: Your skin will experience several phases of
Transformation. In the first phase, "Out With The
Old", the System accelerates dead cell exfoliation, so
expect flaking and peeling, revealing fresher, smoother
skin. In the second phase, "In With The
New", your skin will begin to build tolerance to peeling
and flaking. During that time the System is working at
the cellular level to continually transform skin
cells. In the third phase, "Healthy Glow",
collagen and elastin are increasing production
and skin becomes more supple and resilient. Uneven
color and pigmentation evens out. In the fourth phase,
"the New You", you keep your skin looking and
acting younger and healthier.
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