Obagi Nu-Derm System
Nu-Derm
Sun damage, also known as photodamage, can cause physical and structural changes to the skin, which may lead to age spots, fine lines, and wrinkles. Watch this video for tips on how to help improve pigmentation problems and prevent future damage to your skin with Obagi Nu-Derm® System.
Nu-Derm Transform Your Skin From the Inside Out
The Nu-Derm System is an anti-aging therapy that penetrates below the skin’s surface to transform skin cell functions at the cellular level and correct the damage within...revealing healthy, younger-looking skin.
Skin aging is a natural process, but daily sun exposure can contribute to premature aging, slowing down the turnover of skin cells between healthy new cells and old damaged cells. The Nu-Derm System combined with tretinoin* is clinically proven to help address the signs of aging in all skin types.
Nu-Derm is ideal if you have:
- Age spots
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Rough skin
- Skin laxity (loss of elasticity)
- Erythema (redness)
- Sallowness (yellowish complexion)
- Hyperpigmentation (discoloration)
- *Tretinoin cream is indicated for topical application in the treatment of acne vulgaris.
Complete Skin Care System Customized by Skin Type
NU DERM System for Normal to Dry Skin
NU DERM System Fx
Clear Fx
![]() | NU-DERM SYSTEMClear FxA topical non-prescription formula with a non-hydroquinone skin brightener containing arbutin and antioxidants to help reduce the appearance of age and sun spots. |
NU DERM System Complementary Products
Results
Nu-Derm Transform Your Skin From the Inside Out
Obagi Nu Derm System Renew Your Skin
The Nu-Derm System with tretinoin* delivers visible results you’ll love.
Renew Your Skin
The Nu-Derm System with tretinoin* delivers visible results you’ll love.
Clinically Significant Improvements in the Signs of Skin Aging
2x greater improvement in all measurements of fine lines and wrinkles vs stand-alone treatments3,4 - Clinically significant improvement was seen in facial fine wrinkles, fine wrinkles around the mouth, and loss of elasticity.
Results You Can See and Feel
In 2 separate studies, a majority of patients reported improvement in skin-related quality-of-life parameters at week 12 after using the Nu-Derm System with tretinoin for melasma2,5:
- Embarrassment/self-consciousness
- Feeling unattractive
- Efforts to hide skin discoloration
- Focus on skin discoloration by others
- Effects on social and leisure activities
Transform Your Skin at Every Phase
There are 4 phases to skin transformation. Depending on your skin’s response to the treatment, each phase may last anywhere from 1 week to several weeks.
Phase 1. Remove (Weeks 1-6)
Clinical Action | Skin Results |
Penetration below the surface of the skin to correct signs of aging and acne flares. The top layer of the skin is exfoliated, removing dull, old skin cells to help promote new skin cells. | Your skin will begin to adapt to the system. Expect to experience itching, dryness, and redness that should subside by the end of phase 2. You will begin to notice a more even-toned apperance of your skin. |
Phase 2. Restart (Weeks 7-12)
Clinical Action | Skin Results |
Skin produces normal, healthy cells. Pigment cells are distributing melanin more evenly. | Your skin is now adjusting to the system and you will notice smoother, softer, and clearer skin. Skin is becoming more even toned. |
Phase 3. Refresh (Weeks 13-18)
Clinical Action | Skin Results |
Skin cells are in the process of transformation. | Your skin is becoming:
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Phase 4. Restore
(Continued results, with proper maintenance)
Clinical Action | Skin Results |
Your skin looks restored. Healthy skin needs to be maitained. | More radiant, even-toned, and resilient-looking skin. |
Tretinoin cream is indicated for topical application in the treatment of acne vulgaris.
Results from one study for Nu-Derm Normal to Oily System with 0.025% tretinoin cream and another study for Nu-Derm Normal to Oily System with 0.05% tretinoin cream.
If you experience excessive itching, dryness, or redness, discontinue use of the system and contact your physician. §When used under the guidance of your physician, maintenance ensures lasting results.
Success Stories
Corinne Brown,48. Savannah, GA
Years ago Corinne started to notice dark spots and fine lines, but then she found the Obagi Nu-Derm® System. Now she has her skin tone and confidence back. Corinne says the Obagi Nu-Derm System helps her keep signs of aging at bay. View the video to see for yourself!
I fell off the Obagi bandwagon years ago. Huge mistake, but my life had taken so many turns that skin care was not a priority: Baby at 42; breast cancer (6 years cancer free!), career change and move. My Obagi routine was put in some drawer collecting dust. I have always been told that I have beautiful skin, but I began to notice sun spots, fine lines and my rosy glow wasn’t so rosy anymore. When I told my mother (an Obagi devotee) that my glow was gone, she said “Dah’lin, it is very simple. Use your Obagi.” Rosy is back and beautiful at 48 (49 in 3 mos). Yesterday, while walking my dog, a tourist came up to me and said, and I quote – “You have the most beautiful skin. It is like porcelain” I replied “Dah’lin, it is very simple; use Obagi.”
Kristen
Kristen is a 33-year-old woman who has tried everything for good skin, including eating right and working out, but nothing has really helped to get rid of her sun spots…that is, until she discovered the Obagi Nu-Derm System! Hear her story and watch her transformation.
Wendy
Wendy is a 47-year-old woman who wants to reverse the skin damage that has occurred over the years. Hear how she made a commitment to her skin and see the anti-aging transformation she has experienced since using the Obagi Nu-Derm System.
Christina Fassett,31. Canyon Country, CA
It is with great gratitude that I offer my testimony about how the Obagi Nu-Derm System changed my life. About 6 years ago I was dealing with a wide range of emotional situations such as single parenting, housing, finances, weight, and new relationships. All of these situations somehow ended up on my face! Extremely dark-reddish pimples became a valley on both cheek areas. My face irritated me in class, and it was hard to speak to people, especially men. I simply did not want to live that way. Then I made an appointment with my skin care specialist. It had been a long time since I got into the “take care of myself” mode. And this really just needed to be all about me. All my time and all my resources: I didn’t care. Just fix it!
After my skin care specialist started me on the Nu-Derm System, I saw dramatic changes within a few weeks…and I mean a few. This wasn’t some long, drawn-out, 6-month-to-a-year plan to see real, effective results. Now whenever I meet somebody with acne, I tell them to try Obagi. I believe in it, and I have an innate desire to help educate as many women and men as I possibly can. Obagi has played a powerful part in my life and I want to play a powerful role in the legacy of Obagi. This year, I was confident enough to compete in the Miss Essence Pageant National Competition in Kansas City, MO. I have become a public figure in my community and do not suffer from emotional issues about my skin. I would have never even thought the word “pageantry” if it weren’t for Obagi. Thank you so much!
How Obagi makes me feel in 3 words: Empowered, confident, and healthy.
Jennifer Coleman, 37. Redondo Beach, CA
I have struggled with acne as a teenager, so I am no stranger to prescription drug treatments. I have acne prone skin and up until last year I typically did not have full out breakouts. However, when I do get pimples they tend to be the painful cystic kind. Being of Asian descent I do get hyperpigmentation after any blemish. Last year I had a series of stressful events as well as a hormonal imbalance that caused an escalation of cystic acne breakouts all over my face leaving hyperpigmentation. My dermatologist suggested the Obagi Nu-Derm Skincare System. Almost instantly my skin transformed, I never thought I would have clear skin again. I have been using Nu-Derm for over a year and my skin has never been this clear all my life. I believe my skin story embodies Obagi’s theme of transformation. Obagi for life is my motto now! Obagi has accomplished that for me!
Donna Dickey, 52. Fayetteville, TN
I underwent chemo and radiation for cancer. Since these made me tired and I was working, taking care of my appearance was forced to take a backseat to other demands of life. Upon completion of my cancer treatment, and while regaining my strength, I visited Dr. Beautiful to investigate the Obagi system, which I started that day. Many people asked my family about me and most of the time, I was right there. Yes, I had changed, had a positive, can-do attitude, my hair came back, I lost 40 pounds, but the thing I heard most was that my skin was beautiful. Obagi gave me back some of what cancer took away. Dead skin from lack of attention was peeled away, leaving a fresh clean face with the smile of a positive, happy, cancer-free woman. Thanks Obagi and Dr. Beautiful as some people still don't recognize me.
Abbie Dyches, 50. Eagle River, AK
I grew up in Florida and always worshiped the sun! I spent my teenage years lifeguarding at the local pool before sunscreen was a household word! As a military wife, I’ve traveled all over and spent three years in Hawaii where the sun is extremely intense. I was introduced to Obagi Nu-Derm ten years ago by a dermatologist and my skin was transformed. I love the Clear. I have also used the CLENZIderm for hormonal acne with great success. I recently turned 50 and am the mom of two boys ages 11 and 14! I want my face to match the way I feel on the inside and Obagi has accomplished that for me!
Marla Fyke, 44. Newnan, GA
I was introduced to Obagi about 20 years ago when my mother used the product. It was an experience for our entire family...she really peeled!!! The results were beautiful! I always had the product in the back of my mind and used it for the first time this year. The results have also been great for me! I know that my mother would be proud that I too have made the commitment for good...GREAT...skin care! I love Obagi and plan on using this spectacular product forever!! Good bye sun damage!! Thank you Obagi for such a fantastic product line...and thanks to my late mother, Faye, for setting a great example for good skin care! Love you both!
Genna Sheriff, 32. Sugar Grove, IL
I’ve always had a history of very oily skin, and I developed really bad melasma and hyperpigmentation about 4 or 5 years ago. I wasn’t pregnant, and I hadn’t done anything that should have changed the pigment in my skin, so I was growing accustomed to the idea that there wasn’t much I could do about it because I believed all the years of sun damage were just taking their toll. I cried many tears over my skin, hid behind dark lighting and makeup, and dealt with many comments about having dirt on my face, etc.
Then my skin care specialist introduced me to the Obagi Nu-Derm System. After following the proper protocol as recommended, the results were amazing! In just 4 short weeks, 90% of my melasma and hyperpigmentation went away, I stopped getting breakouts, and the few fine lines and age spots I had simply vanished. Now, people actually comment on how great my skin is. That has never happened before! My family and friends cannot believe the transformation. Thanks to Obagi, I’ve gotten my life back. It’s been a hard road, but the Obagi Nu-Derm System has been my saving grace.
How Obagi makes me feel in 3 words: Liberated, free, and confident.
Joyce Chang, 49. Healdsburg, CA
I used to suffer from dry skin and was starting to notice dark spots on both sides of my face with some freckling. One day a lady at my local health club introduced me to Obagi. I began using the Nu-Derm System, which worked quickly with minimal flaking or redness. The results were terrific. My pigmented lesions used to be the color of light coffee, and within 3 weeks they faded dramatically. I’m now Obagi’s biggest fan. I talk about Obagi to any woman who is nearing the age of 50. I tell them it’s my little secret. I even made a visor and wanted to display "Obagi" on its front. That’s how big a fan I’ve become. I can’t believe how great this stuff works!
How Obagi makes me feel in 3 words: Smart, inspired, and great.
Justina Guthrie, 34. Fishers, IN
Recently, I started to notice some early signs of aging and sun damage. My skin is also dry and prone to acne…well, at least it used to be.
My favorite Obagi product is the Nu-Derm System, especially the Clear component. I can’t begin to tell you what it has done for me in such a short time. In the past I have canceled client appointments, outings with friends, fun activities with my children, and even shied away from close-up moments with my husband because of my bad skin. I’ve also had days that I pretended to be sick, just so I had an excuse to hide from the world. Obagi has literally given me my life back. When I first tried Obagi, I was simply hoping to obtain skin that was clear enough to cover my remaining imperfections with makeup. What I have gotten is skin that looks good enough to go out in public without makeup at all. I can go to the pool with my children and actually get in the water! I can also lie nose-to-nose with my husband and not pull away when he touches my face. Not only am I always ready to meet with my clients, I am actually more outgoing, ie, successful, in my career. I owe Obagi a sincere THANK YOU.
How Obagi makes me feel in 3 words: Free, happy, and myself.
Karin Pardella, 39. Walnut Creek, CA
I was introduced to Obagi Medical products 12 years ago, when I was in my late 20s. My twin sister worked for a cosmetic surgeon who told me there was an Obagi product on the market that would help with my melasma. Although I had been diligent about staying out of the sun, many years of being on birth control had started to show brown spots on my face. After using Obagi products for a few months, I signed up for my first Blue Peel. At the time I was 28 and became hooked! The combination of the products with the Blue Peel completely changed the look and feel of my skin. All my brown spots were gone, and my skin tone had a more flawless appearance.
Now, for the first time in my life I’m getting compliments regarding my skin. I get many comments on the elasticity, tightness, and firmness and people can’t believe I am months away from being 40. I want to share with the world how great these products are and what they’ve done for me.
How Obagi makes me feel in 3 words: Young, beautiful, and confident.
Heather Lambert, 46. Eden Prairie, MN
I have been using the Obagi Nu-Derm line for 3 years now and I could not be happier or a bigger fan!
I am a 46-year-old woman...and we all know what happens to our skin after 40! Adding to age, I am a redhead and the sun does not like redheads!!!!
Since using Obagi, my skin has an even tone and is bright, moist and flawless. I have not experienced a single breakout, dryness, or sun damage (use the SPF cream every day).
It is our job to take care of our skin and age gracefully. I have been able to do this with using Obagi!!!!
Sandra Lassley, 50. Omaha, NE
For years I took advantage of good skin and allowed myself too much sun. Eventually learning this was a huge mistake I sought ways to undo years of damage and excess sun exposure. I always suffered dry skin and piled on moisturizers with limited success. Finally my Dr. introduced me to the Obagi skin care system and it has dramatically improved the texture, condition and appearance of my skin. Now my skin glows and reflects light, it is no longer dry and the sun spots have disappeared! I am so delighted with my results that I tell everyone about Obagi skin care when asked how I keep my skin glowing. I’ve learned it is never too late to begin a good skin regimen. I also learned to avoid the sun and properly protect myself against it. Obagi has made me a believer, a believer with glowing healthy skin!
Twyla Perryman, 34. Greenville, NC
I’m a 30 something professor who recently completed my graduate studies. I can identify with the many women who have seen everyday stresses and lack of proper skincare take a toll on their complexions. I rarely wore sunscreen because I assumed it wasn’t needed for African-Americans. I somberly resigned to covering my uneven, acne prone, and blotchy skin tone with make-up until a local esthetician recommended Obagi. I experienced a lot of disappointment with department store and prescription skincare products so I was very anxious about making the investment in Obagi. I’m so glad I did! Obagi has given me amazing results by decreasing breakouts, fading spots, and refining my skin tone! I’ve truly found a product that is not fazed by differences in skin-tone, amount of past damage, or age range. Obagi unearths youthful beauty for all shades and ages. Obagi truly is for everyone and everybody!
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Steps to Beautiful, Healthy-Looking Skin
The Nu-Derm System offers a complete, convenient protocol for treatment at home. Your skin care physician will design a specific protocol that incorporates dosing, frequency, and treatment objectives for your skin.
Morning Routine
Step 1: Gentle Cleanser or Foaming Gel—Massage a small amount of cleanser and water onto the skin. Rinse with lukewarm water and gently pat dry.
Step 2: Toner—Apply in the morning and evening after cleansing. Saturate a cotton pad and gently wipe over face and neck. Do not rinse off.
Step 3: Clear—Squeeze a small amount (approximately 1 to 2 pea-size drops) onto your hands. Apply evenly to the entire face, extending to the hairline, over the ears, and ending with a feathering motion, or as directed by your skin care physician.
Step 4: Exfoderm or Exfoderm Forte—Massage a small amount (approximately 1 to 2 pea-size drops) onto the face until completely absorbed, avoiding the eye area.
Step 5: Hydrate—Apply a small amount evenly to the entire face.
Step 6: Sun Shield Matte Broad Spectrum SPF 50—Apply liberally and evenly to the entire face 15 minutes before sun exposure, and reapply at least every 2 hours. (See product packaging for additional usage instructions and warnings.)
Evening Routine
Step 1: Gentle Cleanser or Foaming Gel—Massage a small amount of cleanser and water onto the skin. Rinse with lukewarm water and gently pat dry.
Step 2: Toner—Apply in the morning and evening after cleansing. Saturate a cotton pad and gently wipe over face and neck. Do not rinse off.
Step 3: Clear—Squeeze a small amount (approximately 1 to 2 pea-size drops) onto your hands. Apply evenly to the entire face, extending to the hairline, over the ears, and ending with a feathering motion, or as directed by your skin care physician.
Step 4: Blender—Apply a small amount (approximately 1 to 2 pea-size drops) evenly to the entire face, or as directed by your physician. May be used with Tretinoin Cream or Renova® Cream as prescribed by your physician.
Step 5: Hydrate—Apply a small amount evenly to the entire face.
FAQ
OBAGI NU-DERM Systems Common Questions and Answers
How quickly will I see results when using the Nu-Derm System?
Your individual prescribed protocol and frequency of use should be determined by your skin care professional, but you can typically expect visible improvements in 4 to 6 weeks.
What can I expect while using the Nu-Derm System?
You will likely experience 4 phases of transformation. Find information on what to expect during the transformation process.
Why is the Nu-Derm System sold exclusively by physicians?
The Nu-Derm System contains prescription-strength formulations that can be sold only through a licensed physician, such as a dermatologist or plastic surgeon.
What is the difference between the Nu-Derm System and products purchased from department stores, drug stores, infomercials, etc?
The products in the Nu-Derm System are clinically proven, prescription-strength ingredients that work at the cellular level to improve your skin cell function. Products purchased from a retail store are cosmetic-based products that do not contain prescription-strength ingredients.
How often should I visit my dermatologist, plastic surgeon, or other skin care professional when using the Nu-Derm System?
Your dermatologist or plastic surgeon will talk with you about how often you should check in once you’ve started using the Nu-Derm System.
Can the Nu-Derm System be used during pregnancy?
Please consult your physician and refer to the Important Product Information.
Can the Nu-Derm System be used if I will be in the sun (ie, at sporting events or at the beach)?
Keeping in mind that extended sun exposure damages the skin, it is suggested that you avoid prolonged sun exposure without protection. 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 always wear a sunscreen, like Sun Shield Matte Broad Spectrum SPF 50 in the Nu-Derm System, and reapply sun protection every few hours while exposed to the sun.
Why should I use all the products in the Nu-Derm System?
Each product in the Nu-Derm System is specifically designed to work together to provide you with the best results. When used as a system, the prescription-strength ingredients work to effectively balance the pH level of your skin and penetrate into the layers of your skin for superior results. Your skin care professional will guide you in using the system based on his or her assessment of your needs.