Obagi Professional-C Serums are now available across Canada.
Obagi Nu Derm skin care system, which has been recognized for its anti-aging qualities for over 10 years, has a new addition - the series of Obagi Professional-C Serums.
Obagi Professional-C Serums use stabilized L-ascorbic acid, the bio-available form of C, for effective absorption by the skin.
Topical Vitamin C is also known as a highly effective antioxidant more
Tretinoin and Water….FYI
by anonymous
Feb 02, 2006 06:50 AM
New to using Obagi and Tretinoin here. Got a severe red/burned area on left side of neck (large). After doing research online on Tretinoin I found that Tretinoin and water do NOT mix at all. Meaning, make sure that you wait 20-30 minutes after cleansing and toning, etc. before applying blender and Tretinoin. Skin needs to be totally dry. I think I still had moisture on neck and that is why it burned. Just an observation.
re: Tretinoin and Water….FYI
by anonymous
Feb 02, 2006 08:17 AM
I have never encountered this problem with blender + Tretinoin! the burning may be from the sensitvity of your skin to tretinoin. You should not apply the blender + tretinoin to the neck on a daily routine…only 1-2x/week. this area is thinner and more sensitive than the face.
Also, (don’t mean to sound funny) you should dry your face after washing, then apply toner with a cotton pad…do not soak your face with Toner. You only need enough toner to slighly moisten the skin…this is just enough to balance the acidity level in your skin. Wait 2 minutes before applying next step. Good Luck. more tretinoin & obagi . . .
“Clear”
by Michaela
Jan 26, 2006 04:21 PM
Shall I avoid the eye area when I use “Clear”? And what about avoiding the eye area when it comes to “Obagi Blender” or Tretinoin”?
re: “Clear”
by anonymous
Jan 26, 2006 05:19 PM
No,you do not need to avoid the eye area. Those products are perfectly fine to use in the eye area. Good Luck!
re: “Clear”
by Holly
Jan 26, 2006 08:12 PM
Yes, you may use clear all over the face but definitely do not use trentinoin around the eye, the skin is too delicate. I have found using it in the folds of the nose and around the mouth has caused me to become too dry and crack. The area around the mouth has high vascularity and will have a greater reaction which can be very uncomfortable. If you protect those areas with Aquaphor (over the counter) it protects those areas from the cracking. more …
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 wear a sunscreen like the Obagi Nu-Derm Healthy Skin Protection SPF 35, Obagi-C Rx SunGuard SPF 30, 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. More …
by anonymous
Dec 27, 2005 10:45 AM
I started the system 4 days ago and was told to wait 6 weeks before including the Cffectives 10% for the face. I have heard others say they included it from the beginning. Which is the correct way? Also when do you start the Cffectives 5% for the eyes & does it help w/ the dryness?
**Obagi Cffectives 10%**
Obagi Cffectives 5%
re: When to begin Cffectives?
by anonymous
Dec 27, 2005 11:36 AM
I started the C-effectives before I started the full Obagi program. At that point, I loved it because it gave my skin a nice glow and made it smoother. But once all the irritation kicked in from the other products, I noticed the Vit. C really stung when I put it on and my face would turn bright red after applying it. So, I quit using it for awhile until things calmed down and the irritation became less. Now, I just apply it very lightly and it is more tolerable. The C-effectives for eyes is great and can be used all along. It does help with dryness.
re: When to begin Cffectives?
by Kathy
Dec 27, 2005 12:23 PM
The Cffectives as per the instructions really recommended to use with the nuderm line and not the Obagi Rx C line..I use the vit. C 15% serum as well as the eye contour at 5%..it really helps during these irritating times to look more fresh and glowing.. i thank God for that much at this point.. more
LONG BEACH, Calif., Jan. 3 /PRNewswire/ — Obaji Medical Products, Inc.
(Obagi) announced today that it is providing an unrestricted grant to the American Society of Plastic surgeons for research on new and improved therapies to enhance healing and patient outcomes. It is hoped that the study of pre- and post-skin conditioning of ablative laser procedures will result in potentially shortened healing rates, reduced adverse events, and less visible scarring. The research may also help identify techniques that may enhance outcomes of those using such products for cosmetic therapeutic purposes … more
Are there any known drug contradictions with SkinCeuticals Topical Vitamin-C treatments?
No.
Are there any side effects associated with SkinCeuticals Topical Vitamin-C products?
Less than one-tenth of one percent of all people using SkinCeuticals Topical Vitamin-C products have had any difficulties. Some individuals experience a mild stinging when the product is first applied, which is attributable to the high acidic concentration necessary to get the L-ascorbic acid (vitamin-C) into the skin. Many individuals find this sensation subsides with continued use, specifically as the skin begins its natural healing process.
SkinCeuticals’ extraordinary Topical Vitamin-C products are specially formulated to benefit the skin with less discomfort. This unique stabilization process provides higher concentrations with minimized irritation … more skinceuticals faq’s