My Obagi Nu-Derm Skin Care Review
The Obagi Nu-Derm Skin Care Starter Set
After trying to Obagi Nu-Derm Skin Care System myself and reading the experiences of many different women online I've decided to write this brief article detailing it all. While Obagi Nu-Derm is an effective system overall, the side effects might turn you off so I recommend reading this before you make any decisions on buying.
What is Obagi Nu-Derm?
| Obagi Nu-Derm Skin Transformation Set - Normal to Dry |
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| Obagi Nu-Derm Skin Transformation Set - Normal to Oily | $355.00 |  |
| Obagi Nu-Derm Skin Transformation Set - Normal to Oily | $355.00 |  |
Obagi Nu-Derm is a skin care line of products which helps prevent and treat many skin conditions when used as a routine system together. The system is designed to fight acne, photo ageing and other skin problems. The system itself contains seven products which are designed to transform your skin. The system works by renewing your skin cells and can help treat moderate to severe photo damaged skin.
Some of the components are prescription only and you will require a prescription if you wish to use this system correctly. However, you can purchase the non prescription elements from a drug store but the system is best used together.
How Obagi Nu-Derm Works
The system is designed to resurface your skin by using skin cell renewal. Your skin will be put through a treatment process which helps to renew skin cells and leave you with radiant and beautiful skin.
You are supposed to use the system daily for 6 weeks and usually you will notice the best differences if you use the system for 3 full cycles of 6 weeks at 2 or 3 weeks apart.
The main concern with Obagi is the severe side effects which can be very irritating and painful.
The Obagi Nu-Derm Review
In the beginning my experience with Nu-Derm was horrible. Really, it was pretty bad and I wondered if using this system was a mistake. But before I let this turn you off completely, let me explain.
During the first 2-3 weeks of use several patients experience severe peeling, redness and sores on their skin due to the cell renewal and because it uses chemicals to resurface your skin you will notice a lot of redness and sometimes pain. If you are using the system and this occurs then don’t worry because it is normal but it can be tough to remain using the routine.
There are help forums and support groups on the internet which are designed to help Obagi patients through these side effects and remain using the system since the first couple weeks are so bad.
Hydroquinone is one of the key ingredients in Obagi Nu Derm and is a very strong ingredient which can cause adverse affects if not used correctly. With the Obagi system you are unlikely to see these affects but you can never be sure. This is a negative for the Obagi Nu-Derm system and may put a lot of people off using the system.
Using Obagi for the first time is best done with a doctor’s supervision or support because you will need it. You will be more comfortable if you are walked through the instructions and are able to discuss the results or side effects you are having. With a specialized and prescription system such as this you are advised to seek medical assistance during your first use. Only then can you purchase the products alone.
A lot of people, myself included, notice a difference in their skin about three weeks into the treatments. This can be frustrating because for the three weeks prior to the positive differences you will probably experience a great deal of side effects, including peeling, itchiness, redness, sores and blisters which can really mess up your personal schedule.
I never experienced blisters but I did have some red peeling skin that was pretty itchy.
While some people experience this for only a day, others will experience it for up to two or three weeks - it all depends on your skin.
If you really have trouble with your skin than the Nu-Derm System is your best ally, as long as you can endure the side effects for a couple weeks if necessary.
If appearance is an issue for you at either work or in your personal life then I’d suggest you use something else to help your skin unless you think you can put up with three weeks of not leaving the house.
Of course, the results speak for themselves and you can really notice a big difference in your skin if you follow the system rigidly. I think the major problem with Obagi Nu-Derm is that so many people give up when they start to experience the side effects; very few people maintain the course and see it through. I think if you do use it you should really consider that you will have to put up with side effects for a while and that it will be worth it. Of course, this is easier said than done. They do have support groups and forums online to help people through these hard stages.
In my opinion, the plus sides outweigh the down sides for Nu-Derm.
You will experience some severe side effects and because you are required to use the system for 6 weeks and to keep up the differences you will need to use it for a few cycles it can be a very hard and time consuming way to keep your skin clear and radiant.
If you're worred about the side effects there are alternatives.
Other forms of skin care treatment such as MicroDerm Abrasion can really help your skin and aren’t as invasive or painful as Nu-Derm can be. As for the results I am not sure, since I have never tried Microderm Abrasion, but I do know that Nu-Derm gave me great results.
But in the end, it all depends on what you are prepared to do for beautiful skin.
All in all, I’d say that the Obagi Nu-Derm system probably does appeal to some people and you are likely to see great results but in terms of the side effects you will have to be a pretty strong person to put up with the initial side effects. 
Of course, it all depends on what kind of a person you are and what sort of side effects you are willing to put up with, if any. To conclude, Obagi has horrible side effects but comes with great results. In the end I was really pleased with the look of my skin and for me the side effects were worth it.
If you really want to use an at home product system then I’d suggest something from Obagi which is less abrasive i.e. The Obagi C-System which contains less potent chemicals and can really make your skin look fabulous, check out my review on the Obagi-C RX system.
Other Obagi Nu-Derm Reviews
Something that Finally Worked For Me
by Stephanie Rogers, Denver, CO USA
I tried so many things to get rid of hyperpigmentation on my cheeks. Nothing worked! When my plastic surgeon suggested Obagi, I was extremely doubtful that it would work.
Within a couple of days, my skin was peeling, red, tight, and uncomfortable. By the end of week two, my skin under the peeling was soft and dewey.
By the end of week four, the hyperpigmentation was around 80% gone. My skin was self-hydrating. My pores were TINY. I'm 39 and my skin looked better than it did when I was 25!
If you can live through the ugly-peelie stage, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT!!!!!
Easy to Use But Don't Overdo It!
by P G Fried, Minocqua, WI, USA
I am 45 years old, getting lots of age spots on my face and neck over the past few years and a bit afraid of a chemical peel just yet. This seemed like a good alternative after all of my research. Overall I was very happy with my results and intend to do a second round, the first one was about 4 months. The product routine is very easy to follow, not a lot of time involved. Be careful in the beginning not to get too aggressive with the quantities you apply, less is definitely better with these items. I don't think I'll have to do the entire program for that long next time, just some light maintenance.
Obagi Nu Derm Cured my Pigmentation Problems
by maria r. campbell, tucson, AZ usa
I have always had pigmentation problems. I have had chemical peels in addition to using a variety of bleaching creams, however I had little or no success. In November of 2004, I started using Nu-Derm Obagi. To my surprise after the second week, I notice my skin starting to clear, my pores diminished considerably and instead of the brown spots, I started getting a healthy rosy color cheeks. My complexion continues to improve with each day it passes by, it has never looked as nice as it looks now. Although I am not done with the cycle, but the results are fabulous. I no longer need to use foundation since my skin looks great. Although it is expensive, once I achieve the desire results I will continue with the maintenance system.
Beware the Side Effects
by Lori Lyche, Camarillo, CA usa
I am hoping to get better results after the full cycle (6 weeks) is complete. I have only been using the full line of Obagi for 2 full weeks but what a couple of weeks it has been! Lots of peeling and itchiness and my skin is so dry!!!! I am starting to notice some of the benefits though so we'll see. My freckles are lighter and some are gone. My wrinkles appear to be less deep in some areas but as deep if not moreso in others. My lip area is the biggest problem area. They have gotten SO dry since I turned 40 and vertical lip lines have appeared gradually. SO far, Obagi has not helped but I will see what happens. It is too early to tell. I'll review it later after a full cycle.
What Happend to Me After 12 Weeks of Using Obagi Nu Derm
by Laura A., Swansboro, NC usa
After 12 weeks of use: Dramatic difference in fine lines, particulary crows feet, which honestly dissappeared. My forehead lines had also dissapearded as well as a deep crease between my brows that softened nicely, but did not dissapear altogether. Noticeable fading of freckles and melasma, but didn't completely
dissapear. Refined skin tecture. Noticably less oil production in T-zone. Stopped acne lesions. Drawbacks were Lots and Lots of peeling skin! Some days, by lunch time I had to exfoliate and reapply makeup because at conversation distance I had shreds of skin appearing from nowhere! Also quite significant discomfort at first, due to Tretinoin use daily, with Blender.
However my skin did adapt eventually and then it became the best skin I have ever had. Several months later I stopped using it though, and all the lines and hyperpigmentation, and oilyness came back. Needless to say, I have returned to Obagi Nu Derm product line.
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I have just started the line. It is Sunday and I started on Tues night. The itching and redness are worsening. I guess I din’t realize that it would be this bad. And I have darker skin that is not generally sensitive at all. So this product is going to affect even the toughest skin (like mine). Yikes. I am peeling like a snake. But, I am determined to hang in there, especially since I paid so much for the system. My aunt who has freckled, heavily sun damaged skin like mine is rooting me on. She has had significant results. But, I understand that you cannot ever completely get off this system. Otherwise, it will all return.
So, I will check in later and give report after the next few weeks. This website is very insightful and helpful in the decision making process. Wish I had found it before I bought the line. your comments are encouraging and honest!
Thanks for the kind words Caroline! It’s good to have someone like your aunt to keep you motivated – I’ve heard there are support forums for this system but nothing beats having a family member help out.
I’m looking forward to your report after you’re all finished. Would love to hear how it did (or didn’t) work out for you in the end.
Okay, now I am almost two weeks into it. The peeling is terrible. I have sores in several spots. I quit using the Retin a around my mouth. Especially the frown line area. I was very raw here. Even though I don’t apply the blender there, i still peel daily in that area the most. The place I don’t peel that much in on my cheeks where the sun damamge is most pronounced. But, man, I can see the beautiful skin underneath starting to show. It is amazing how fast I could see this new skin coming out. The last place is really the sides of my cheeks to lighten up. But, the spots are definitely better already. Do you know if the intense peeling will continue for the full six weeks or does it peek around week two or three then start to decrease? I need something to look forward to. i am thankfulf or your website. CAroline
That’s great that you’re already seeing some results. Peeling should start to decrease for you soon. How was the peeling when your aunt used it? Did she experience the same time frame for peeling or was it different than you?
My aunt’s peeling seemed to be the same. I am three weeks into it. yea. My skin is not nearly as traumatized. It is smooth now, and my skin in so much improved. Amazing. Even my friends can’t believe it. I can’t get over how even my skin tone is becoming. My racoon eyes are gone! I now have peeling daily, but it is not cracking and sore. It is more of a superficial peel. My skin is soft and supple now without the toughness I had before. And it seems much more elastic. Not so dry and tight like it was before I even started the system. I still have a very pink glow right now. People keep telling me I am flushed. I will report in again. But so far, I am very pleased. I will try to send some before and after pictures.
Thanks for the honest review! So about 3 weeks of peeling for you? I’m glad you had good results with it. Please give before and after pictures if you can so other people can see.
I have been using the system for about a month now. I stopped it for 10 days as I was going in for my laser hair treatments. Then I had to start up again…the peeling and the burning skin were the worst. I experience a lot of peeling around my mouth. I haven’t seen results yet but I know you have to be patient with this system.
I am gong to start Obagi and have a deadline for a trip; however, the holidays are here. How soon does the redness and peeling start? Do you have 2-3 days before that begins? IOW, can you plan to go out within first few days or does it get bad immediately. Another question–I have been using MD Forte for years. Will that help me have less severe redness and peeling? Thanks.
Well, I am on my 7th week of Obagi and it has not been a very plesant experience. For that fact I had a total breakdown with my Doctor’s office today. They keep cheering me on because only 3 people have actually stuck with the program out of 28!! My skin is smoother and all the bad sun damage has faded,but my wrinkles are waaay worse. I am 50 and am very, very discourged with the increase of my wrinkles…I look 10-15years older. I have opted to do the laser resurfacing. I looked younger when I was using the Nutrogena line of products. I would not suggest this for anyone thinking it will help wrinkles…especially around your eyes. I have aged!
Oh, and everything BURNS. There is nothing “soothing” about any of the products!
I’m in my 6th week of of this system,this week has been the worst..the first 5 were a piece of cake…I’m wondering why this week is the worst…am I suppose to stop it after my 6th week and then start up again after 2 weeks? I’m loving the Obagi and it has made a huge difference on my sun damaged face…this 6th week,is bad, almost like little hives on left and right jaw line and in the hollow of cheeks .The itching is bad and painful and feels like I have a horrible sunburn…is this normal into the 6th week, please can someone tell me..i don’t want to stop using it if I don’t have too…
I’ve been using Qbagi since 12/3/08 up until about 2 weeks ago. I was really pleased with the results I got-clear skin, faded sun spots, tightening and lifting. However, after about six weeks, I noticed a discoloration to my finfernails. When I asked my doctor about this problem all she asked me was if I was taking any antibiotics or if I paint my fingernails. To which the answer to both questions is “no”. I suspected the discoloration might be due to this product. Then I went in for a brow and lip wax from my esthetician and she refused after I told her I was using Obagi. She told me she had several other clients who got a wax from her without mentioning that they were using this product where their skin acually came out during waxing! Ouch! Bottom line is Hydorquinone. It turned my fingernails yellow-ugly for a hula dancer! And I’m upset that my doctor didn’t mention anything about that or inform me about waxing while on this product. Anyone else with ugly discolored fingernails? So now I’ve stopped all the products with hydroquinone-will the hyperpigmentation come back and will my fingernails become clear again?
Hi,
I am in my 6th week of using the Obagi Nu-Derm (for oily skin). My skin looks a little smoother. However, I have not experienced any itching nor peeling. I followed the directions closely.
What am I doing wrong? Is this normal?
Any comment is appreciated. Thanks.
i just started to use the nuderm clear and the lotion. will the redness cause scarring later on?
I have been using the blender and tretinoin for 3 weeks. I have not experienced any side effects yet? am I doing something wrong
Hi there everyone &(MICHELLE) Im Sarah I have also been using the Obagi Nu-Derm System and it hasn’t cause me any problems neither Its actually been 2 weeks now and Im seeing slight differences I notice that my face doesn’t look dull anymore and that its beginning to feel more smoothe, spots are diminishing but not that much so0 im going to have to wait a little longer Today I went in to get my blue light therapy its a system that kills bacterica I had asked if i was doing something wrong or if the system wasn’t working on me because my face has never been red itchy nor has it peeled yet my specialist had said that the system is working not everyone has the same symptoms soo yea Michelle your doing everything just right… were probably one of the few lucky ones lol although I would’ve loved my face to peel so0 i could see what was coming off LOL hah…. well ill update when it has been a month until then t/c
I’ve only just started the Obagi Nu Derm products and I’m feeling like I want to quit! If I knew how bad the side effects were going to be I wouldn’t have decided to choose this as an option.
I started on Thurs (30/4/009) night and by Monday (4/5/09) my skin was pealing very badly round the mouth, with some sores at the corners of my mouth. On Tuesday morning I stopped using the products as the peeling was very embarrassing and when I put my make-up on it highlighted all the nasty peeling skin even more. My job requires a lot of meetings with people and I have become very self conscious when talking to people. I don’t know whether to start up again or not. Maybe I’ll use the system every other day but I’m not sure if that will work. I really want to get rid of my freckles but this is too much for me to cope with, especially as I have lots of social event to got to soon including a family members wedding in 3 weeks.
I started using the product last week of April 09, so it has been 2 weeks and Im blistering & have redness (Im a medium brown African American so if you can see the redness it has to be bad.) Im glad I found this page so I know Im not going crazy. I will hang in there.
AFRICAN AMERICANS – PLEASE NOTE that Product #3 in the kit says for us to use it ONCE IN THE MORNING and ONLY ON DARK SPOTS in the EVENING!!!!!! The people I bought mine from DIDNT tell me about this. This could explain some of my irration. Please any and all products before use!
I started on the Obagi System 5 days ago, and just yesterday I noticed slight peeling around my smile lines, nose, and areas around my mouth. Redness/sunburned feeling of the face seems to occur later in the day. At this moment, my face is feeling dry and a tad itchy. However, I will stick with the program as I’ve been told and read lots… that the results can be pretty significant. I may be a hermit for a bit, but I’m hoping it’s worth it.
More updates to come!
I had started the Obagi Nu-derm program in Sept ‘08 and must say, since then there has been no turning back. Ofcourse in the first few weeks there was alot of peeling and redness, but wow, in a matter of 2 months, my face had a new glow. All my lady colleagues at work were asking me whether I was doing a Crystal or Blue peel treatment. Since December ‘08, all I have been using is the Nu-derm Number 6 (sunfader and sunscreen combo’s) and that too lasts me for months. I must say, it’s surely an investment towards my skin care. My Mum started using it as well as she has been getting compliments on her skin too. Oh yea, forgot to mention that during the whole process of peeling and new skin, The doc told me to stay away from getting facials, bleaching or waxing done as the skin is rejuvinating. Thanks to Obagi for this wonderful product.
I started Obagi Nuderm three days ago. I have followed the directions given to me by my private doctor perfectly. (cleanser, toner, exfoderm, blender and tretinoin-only PM plus sunfader) I too notice the skin is looking plump and younger, smoother aswell. Obviously I can still see all the acne spots and scars but even they feel calmer and smoother. Something is definietly working.
HOWEVER… my face is sooooo RED. So red that I don’t want to go outside. Luckily I am freelance so can take the time off for three weeks if really necessary! although I have a job tomorrow which I am dreading! Can anyone reassure me why my face is soooooo RED. It looks like severe sun burn, so embarrassing. I have some peeling but nothing to worry about considering I’m on treatment. I am worried that this redness will never go and that it is staining my skin colour.
HI suzie- I’m on my second week of using Obagi no side efects yet either. Do you eventually have some side effects? I was using Retin A micro and they switched to tazorac for deeper peeling? Let me know whow you are doing any peeling yet?
Hi Michelle_ I have been using the obagi for 2 weeks now. I have not expierenced any peeling or rednees yet. Did you eventually start peeling? How are you doing on the obagi now? Let me know what you have expiereced.. I’m getting worried because I’m not having any reactions?? Thanks
This is my 4 week with obagi. I loved it. so far. But, I went to do my eyebrown waxing OMG!!!! They never told me, that you can’t do a waxing when you are using this products.
My eyes are burning?
I read the brochure it never mention a word about it.
I just started with the obagi nu-derm system..i need a little assurance that’s it actually works becauuse its really expensive.
i’m also doubt about using this product.It’s already nine weeks past for using this product.However,it doesn’t seem good to me.Every morning, i expect to have any positive effect on my face.But everytime is disappointing.Until now,my face is still red and dry!!Though I have keep on having hydrating mask on my face,it still dry!And i can’t even have my make up!!!It’s too ugly for me and i suspect that isn’t it wrong for me to take this treatment?I have use over $15000 for this treatment.I really, really feel painful on my heart.I have no hope now..and is that a waste of money?i wonder if i have never,ever join this treatment.3 weeks later is the end of my treatment,is just like a bad dream for me!I don’t want to feel dry and red again!!
is it contraindicated to wax the face while on the Obagi product lines…
is there something within the Obagi product manual that states this…
thank you…
Jan Attard
Hi – I started using Obagi in August 2009. In October I also noticed that my nails were turning orange. I racked my brain out and figured that they would grow out of it. I have gone to my regular doctor and she thought I had liver problems! When those test came back negative -she sent me to a dermatologist. The first thing he said was are you using hydroquinone?
I was in shock since I have racked my brain for months thinking what was I doing. He said that sometimes this happens and a woman who works in his office has the same thing. There is nothing you can do to get rid of the orange-it has to grow out. I am stopping Obagi for a while to see how my nails look. I may then just keep cler nail polish on as a protector and then go back to using Obagi and be really careful about washing my hands after I use the product or even wearing gloves to bed!
Suzie/Michelle
I’m 5 days in with virtually no side effects either. I’m following the instructions provided and wonder if I am doing something wrong as well. Did you get an answer and how are things going now?
Hi.
I started Obagi a week and a half ago. I havent started to peel at all! My skin has gotten a little red and breaking out just a little, but is this normal?
I just heard you peel really bad as soon as you start Obagi, but I havent at all!
Michelle-
Same here. No peeling at all and I am using exfoderm forte. Have you heard anything from anyone else?
I am really concerned about using this line. I am on week one and the wrinkles around my eyes are way more pronounced -in only a week! I am 40 and look much older than I did a week ago! I am worried -especially after reading Sandy’s comment. Is this only temporary?! Help!
i started my Obagi Nuderm sys last May and am still using it to date. I have acne and blotchy sckin but my acne is really bothering me so much. My friend told me that she knows someone with severe acne and that her acne vanished after using Obagi. I’ve tried so many anti acne products. None of them seemed to work. So even though Obagi is quite expensive, I just gave in and got a set. It’s been more than 2 months now. I noticed my skin peel during the first few days. Today, it still peels. Not as worse as the first few weeks but is still peeling! And I have more acne on my cheeks and I noticed that there are more tiny bumps on my forehead which were not there before. It’s making me worried. I have really sensitive skin and before purchasing, I told the doctor about that. She said, it’s fine. So i took her word for it.
I’m just so worried whether I should continue and is my skin gonna get better because it seems to be getting worse. If what I’m experiencing is normal, then when can i see really good changes?
I have paid so much and I want my money’s worth.
Hello, this is crazy. I have been on Obagi since early March. My fingernails are also turing ugly orange color. I also talked to my Dr about it, with no surprise Dr did not know what could have been doing it. I of course was thinking all along hydroquinone. I was also thinking Mercury. Since I did read on the internet that Obagi does have mercury in it. Have your nails gone back to their original color??
11/08/09
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hi,every one i read all the coment about the Obagi nu-system ,wich i started using on the 05/08 ,8 days now ,my face is soooo red itchy and i start peeling only around my mouth, almost 2 days after using it,i hope it will work cos its very expensive stuff,by the way it did made my wrinckle worser i feel that aged since last week,please keep on with coment it helps to carry on the treatment,thanks.
I was in my late 40’s when I started using Obagi-C, C-Clarifying Serum with Vitamin C 10% and hydroquinone USP 4% and have used it for over 4 years. My face did get very red for several weeks but it seemed to have been a result of the blood circulating more to rebuild my skin. I have had dramatic improvement with my skin. I had NUMEROUS age spots prior to using this medication. The results were unbelievable! I have to admit that I peeled “like a snake” for probably 6 weeks. But the results were a new unblemished and spot free skin. You could actually see the brown age spots peel off. They were lighter at first and continued to peel until they were completly removed. My face would get dry and cracked but I would just avoid putting the serum on that area until it returned to normal. My routine was to use Retin A in the AM and the Obagi Serum in the PM. After using it for several weeks I began using the Obagin in the AM also. I have had sooo many people comment on my skin. I actually had a before and after picture at a doctor’s office for a different proceedure and the most dramatic results was my skin. The doctor was extremely impressed! I have not used it regularly for over the last six months and only one age spot has begun to return. I certainly plan on starting up again.
hey, i have started to use the nu derm since last nite, so today will be my full day of using the product. when should i see the first signs of the product actually reacting to my skin?
Hi michelle,
I started 4 days ago (normal to oily skin) been using 1, 2, 4, and 6 steps with a little side effect itchy but I can tolerate. Looks like almost everybody here are experiencing peeling and redness, will I experience that soon? I noticed on my forehead some acne but not bad, and i’m scarred with the next week about peeling. But I guess i wanted to have beautiful skin so I will stay with it.
Don’t worry michelle you are not alone, don’t have the peeling and redness yet. i wonder also if the products I ordered sometimes I think it was fake because I don’t see peeling on my face yet.
For updated on my Nu-Derm, I started Sept 4 and it’s my second week this week. So far I don’t have peeling yet but I noticed that my forehead some small acne and itcy and some redness. I wonder when is the time when I see peeling on my face! But I don’t see any progress yet, but I will not give up will go all the way until I achieve the skin I really wanted. Will update you next week!
Hello everyone, great to see that there is a support system out there. Well, I’ve been using the system for 2 1/2 weeks now. I am an African-American and was searching for help related to my acne. I must say that I, too, wanted to quit in the first week. There were so many outbreaks; but after another week, outbreaks have seen to slow down. However, I have not experienced any peeling like most. I was wondering if I was doing something wrong but was assured that everyone reacts different. So, with that said, I’ll give you all an update later. Good luck to everyone.
I’ve been using obagi for a week now and i to am not experiencing any peelng nor lightening, i am using the clear, exfodermforte, blender and retin o.o5% , intially a few months ago i only purchased the clear with retin a gel 0.025%, i had great esults with this, and intially i peeled a fair bit. i am just wondering why this is not happening with an even more intense regime??anyways i will keep at it, but am thinking of upping my dose of retin a to 0.1% as i thnk my skin is used to the lower dose now.
Hi everyone,
I have just got though my first week on Nu-Derm. OMG!!! Yesterday, I was really in a bad state. My face was so sore, red & peeling from my nose downwards. I could hardly speak it was so tight & painful. Today it is slightly better as the dry skin has come off/rubbed off however it’s still very sensitive & red. I look hideous like someone has thrown a pan of boiling water in my face (Lobster, springs to mind). I must admit I’m not sure how I going to face my colleagues & clients at work tomorrow. I have been told I can’t use any foundation to cover up, is this true????
Hope this doesn’t last long as I have some important social functions to attend in the next couple of weeks. I have started applying Petroleum Jelly to worse areas i.e. round mouth & nose just so a can talk. Despite this I am still positive & look forward to normal skin again minus the hyper pigmentation. Good luck to everyone else
I’m now using the system for 11 days. for how long shold i stop for my laser hair treatments???
I started OBAGI on Wednesday and the next morning my face started turning red so I stopped it for a day since I don’t like to look like a snake. I have been using retin A for over a year now and my skin looks radiant but it has never been able to clear my acne completely. I notice that I am getting some new big ugly looking pimples in my forehead, an area where I never got them before. I am scare, I hate acne. I don’t remember how clear skin looks anymore. I am going to start all over again with all 6 steps and stick with it for a few months, if it doesn’t work for me I’ll stop. I’ll keep you all posted and good luck to you all.
oh by the way, i am going to go see my dermatologist next thursday and i am hoping she gives me some pills to stop the process of acne forming. i bought the obagi online without telling my dermatologist so i am not sure if it is a good idea to taKe acne pills in conjuction with the obagi nu derm system. Anybody taking antibiotics too? Please let me know. i just want to have pretty skin
Hi I am only two days into Nu-derm and the itchy redness has begun for me as well. My concern is age, I keep reading women in their 40’s and 50’s using this system. I am only 23 and wanted to correct light scarring from having picked at my face nervously for a few years. However I am wondering if this system is possibly too abrasive for someone my age?
I have been using the Nu Derm (normal-oily) for one week. On the 3 day I started noticing some peeling on the lower part of my face, it is pretty much gone noe. On the second day I noticed some redness kind of like a sunburn but it wasn’t too bad. So far I like what I see. My husband has noticed the change and even made a comment about possibly using it… but not sure if he can since he shaves everyday..
Any African Americans using Obagi Nu-Derm out there? I am of a slight dark skin and started using Obagi 5 weeks back. First two weeks, no noticeable change. 3rd week, cheeks were noticeably lighter than the rest of my face. 4th week, a bit of peeling here and there and sensitivity. However, come week 5, I now have two very prominent face colors!! Upper bit of my face is light brown, lower bit from lower cheeks down is darker brown. I feel like a zombie. Hubby was alarmed at the discoloration and asked that I go back to see my Esthetican. I will be seeing her this week. I also noticed some peeling. I am using the 6 step process i.e cleanser, toner, clear, blender exoderm and sun cream. My week 5 ends on Thursday. I am hoping that week 6 will reveal a miracle. Any one with a similar experience out there?
Could someone tell me why I have been told to mix Blender with Tretinoin before applying to face. Obagi instructions say apply one before the other. I have had very little peeling and wonder whether this is why?
Cathy I notice you are not using step 3 (clear) step 5 (blender) or the Retin-A (tretinoin).
The reason you are not experiencing any redness or peeling is because you are not using any of the products which cause the redness or peeling
… or most importantly the dramatic results the Nu-derm system can bring. Which explains why you are seen no progress.
Step 4 (Exfoderm) which you are using is only an AHA exfoliator which used alone is unlikely to cause any reaction.
I hope this helps.
I just started using the Obagi NuDerm system 6 days ago. I am experiencing pretty significant peeling, especially around the mouth. My skin is pretty tight, feels windburned, is very dark pink and I have blister/sore like spots in a few places. I had pretty good skin before but thought this would rejuvenate and help with sun damage. I’m concerned after reading comments that the results are not permanent and your skin returns to it’s previous condition (which I was not aware and have not read that before) and I have experienced some fine lines around the eyes that I did not have. Perhaps this is due to the tightening/windburned feeling and peeling. It is tough to hang in there and continue usage. I’m a little apprehensive that my skin will not be “normal” again although I’ve seen before/after pics that are significant. Has anyone experienced the same that I am?
I have two dark spots on my face. One the size of a dime on one cheek and on my mustach area. Do I need to use all the products or can I just purchase the NuDerm that concentrates on removing the dark spots?
I am one week into using Obagi, and I am noticing the same wrinkling around my eyes that was mentioned by other users, I am 43 and now look 53 around my eyes. Will the pronouned wrinkling around my eyes go away with continued use of this product or should I stop putting it around my eye area?
I’ve been using obagi nu-derm for 11 days, not on my face but arms. The skin is really itchy and sore now and I am wondering when this will end. It’s very dry and tight. I don’t want to continue use, has anyone else out there experienced the same – I worry it will get worse if I continue…
After giving birth I had develop a lot of brown spots so I started using Nu-Derm. It was expensive but I was desperate. And yes I went through all the side effect of redness, peeling (really bad), sun burn and dryness. But after 2/3 weeks my skin was beautiful. No more brown spot, all the acne is gone, even skin tone, look a lot younger. I was so happy with the result. After one year of using the Obagi, I decided to stop since I heard it’s no good to use one particular skin care line for too long. My acne is back but no brown spot. I am debating if I should go back using Obagi or try another products. My reluctant is that it does contain strong chemical, bleaching your skin too much is no good in the long term. I think all women should use skin care products to keep our skins looking good and healthy. Anyone has suggestion?
I have been using the full Obagi regime since mid November. I experienced a very little peeling the first few days, but nothing after that. My age spots have faded a little and my face feels a tightness that I used to feel sometimes when I haven’t gotten all the soap off my face. I have uped the Retin A to 0.1 with no difference that I can see. Is this all I can expect? Is it working like it should?
I began using this system as described on Jan. 28, 2010: Cleanse, toner, Clear, Exfoderm and Tretinion (every 3 days). By the second day my skin was swollen, red, peeling and very itchy. I called the doctor’s office where I purchased this line and the person who sold it to me said that these were normal side affects. I do not know if I believe her. How can swelling be a normal side affect? I have not used the Tretinion in 3 days and my face is still swollen. It has to be from the Clear and Exfoderm. I am going to continue to use as described and will place an update next week.