Treatment

Obagi Medical® Skincare

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Pigmentation, melasma, acne, blemishes, uneven skin tone, sun damage, fine lines and signs of skin ageing

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Treatment time
Daily home skincare programme

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Treatment type
Medical-grade, professional skincare programmes for use at home

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Treatment includes
Obagi Nu-Derm® and CLENZIderm M.D.® systems

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Downtime
None, although temporary dryness, redness, sensitivity or peeling may occur with some active ingredients

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Results
Progressive improvements in skin clarity, tone, texture and overall skin quality with consistent use

What is Obagi Medical Skincare?

At Asthetik London, we offer personalised Obagi Medical skincare programmes in London for patients looking to improve concerns including pigmentation, melasma, acne, uneven skin tone, sun damage and visible signs of skin ageing.

Obagi Medical is a professional skincare brand with more than 35 years of history in medical-grade skincare. Its original Nu-Derm system dates back to 1988, and the brand has developed an extensive body of clinical research around its skincare systems and ingredients.

Unlike an in-clinic facial, Obagi is primarily an at-home skin treatment programme. Following a skin consultation, an appropriate skincare regime can be recommended for your individual concerns, allowing you to actively treat and maintain your skin every day at home.

Obagi Nu-Derm® for Pigmentation & Melasma

The Obagi Nu-Derm System is one of the brand’s best-known skincare programmes and is designed to improve the appearance of uneven pigmentation, dark spots, sun damage, dullness, rough skin texture and visible signs of skin ageing.

For patients affected by hyperpigmentation and melasma, the aim is not simply to brighten the surface of the skin but to create a comprehensive home skincare programme that addresses uneven skin tone while supporting healthier-looking skin.

Prescription-strength versions of Nu-Derm available in some markets incorporate 4% hydroquinone or Arbutin, a well-established depigmenting ingredient used in the treatment of hyperpigmentation and melasma. Availability and prescribing requirements differ between countries, so your programme should always be selected according to the products legally and clinically appropriate for you in the UK.

Obagi CLENZIderm M.D.® for Acne & Blemish-Prone Skin

For acne and blemish-prone skin, Obagi’s CLENZIderm M.D. system takes a targeted approach to helping control breakouts and improve skin clarity.

The system combines clinically established acne ingredients including salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide, helping to reduce excess oil, unclog pores and target the bacteria associated with acne.

For patients struggling with persistent breakouts, an appropriate Obagi acne skincare programme can provide a structured daily approach rather than relying on individual products used inconsistently.

Clinically Researched Skincare

One of the reasons we choose Obagi Medical is its emphasis on clinical research.

The brand has more than three decades of experience and maintains an extensive collection of published and professional clinical studies investigating its skincare systems, including research into hyperpigmentation, photodamage and skin rejuvenation.

Obagi also reports testing across the full Fitzpatrick skin spectrum and describes extensive pre-clinical, safety, tolerability and efficacy testing as part of its product development.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. One of the major benefits of Obagi is that your skin treatment continues every day at home. Following consultation, we can recommend an appropriate skincare programme for your skin concerns and advise you how to incorporate it into your daily routine.  However it is often combined with the Obagi Blue Radiance treatment, a professional Obagi Medcial Chemical peel, to help enhance and expedite results.

Depending on the skincare programme selected, Obagi can help improve the appearance of pigmentation, melasma, dark spots, sun damage, acne, blemishes, uneven skin tone, dullness, rough texture and visible signs of ageing.

The Obagi Nu-Derm system has been developed specifically with skin discolouration among its key concerns. Prescription-strength versions available in some markets incorporate hydroquinone, which has a long history of use in the treatment of hyperpigmentation and melasma.

Because pigmentation can have different causes, we recommend having your skin assessed before beginning treatment.

Yes. The CLENZIderm M.D. system has been specifically formulated for acne and blemish-prone skin and incorporates ingredients including salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide to help unclog pores, reduce excess oil and treat acne.

Results vary according to your skin condition, the system being used and how consistently you follow your recommended skincare programme.

Unlike a one-off treatment, Obagi is designed to work progressively. Changes in skin clarity, pigmentation, texture and overall skin quality can develop over the following weeks as you continue your daily skincare routine.

Some active skincare ingredients can cause temporary dryness, redness, sensitivity, flaking or peeling, particularly when first introduced. This does not occur in everyone and more irritation does not necessarily mean better results.

Your skincare programme should be adjusted according to how your individual skin responds.

Yes a full consultation and medical history will always be carried out before beginning a targeted Obagi programme, particularly when treating concerns such as melasma, significant pigmentation or acne.

This allows us to assess your skin and recommend the most appropriate home skincare programme rather than simply selecting individual products.

Yes. Professional home skincare can form an important part of a wider skin-health programme and may complement selected in-clinic treatments.

At Asthetik London, we can create a personalised approach combining appropriate professional treatments with an effective daily skincare routine to help improve and maintain your results.

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