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Your Personal Guide to Transformation

Patient details
Patient  
Physician  
Skin Care Specialist  
Date Started  
First Follow-Up  
Second Follow-Up  

To measure 1/2 gram of product, just use the lines of "OBAGI" on the front of the products.  The distance between O-B-A is exactly 1/2 gram.  Or, the distance from the tip of your pinky finger to the first joint also equals approximately 1/2 gram.

Morning routine - AM
Prepare 1 ___ GENTLE CLEANSER
___ FOAMING GEL
Prepare 2 ___ TONER
  OBAGI VITAMIN C, if recommened
Correct 3 CLEAR
___ 1/2 gm             
___ 1gm
___ Entire Face
Correct 4 ___ EXFODERM              
___ EXFODERM FORTE
___ 1/2 gm     
___ 1gm
(avoid eye are because stinging can occur)
Protect 6 ___ EYE CREAM
  ___ SUNFADER SPF 15*       
___ PHYSICAL UV BLOCK SPF 32     
___ HEALTHY SKIN PROTECTIONS SPF 35

*Apply Sunfader before Healthy Skin Protection SPF 35

Evening routine - PM
Prepare 1 ___ GENTLE CLEANER          
___ FOAMING GEL
Prepare 2 ___ TONER
Correct 3 CLEAR
___ 1/2 gm            
___ 1gm
___ Entire face
Stimulate 5 ___ BLENDER (1/2 GM)
Stimulate 5 TRETINOIN (apply with Blender)
___ 0.05      
___ 0.1
___ 1/2 gm  
___ 1 gm
Every other day or less (when starting regimen)

What can I expect when I use the Obagi Nu-Derm System?

It is important to understand that you will expereince some reactions such as redness, peeling and itching as part of your skin's Transformation process.  These changes mean that the treatment is working.  Don't be discouraged.  Instead, renew your commitment to Transform your skin.  In a few weeks, you will begin to notice improvement.  The length of time for each phase depends on your daily commitment to use the System and the condition of your skin.

1
OUT WITH THE OLD

WHAT HAPPENS

  • The obagi Nu-Derm System penetrates to the deepest layer of the skin to correct signs of premature aging.
  • Old, dead skin cells are sloughed off and replaces with fresh cells.
  • Itching, dryness and redness are normal reactions as your skin adapts to the System's active ingridients
PHASE LASTS EXPECT
approimately
6-8 weeks		 More even-tones skin as pigment cells begin to become balanced.
2
IN WITH THE NEW

WHAT HAPPENS

  • Your skin begins producing normal, healthy cells.
  • Healthy new cells are pushed to the surface faster.
  • Pigment cells are distributing melanin more evenly.
  • Collagen and elastin production is stimulated.
  • Your skin begins to tolerate the System's ingredients
PHASE LASTS EXPECT
approimately
6-8 weeks		 Smoother, softer skin as its natural  rhthm of renewal is regained.
3
HEALTHY GLOW

WHAT HAPPENS

  • Skin cells are in the process of Transformation.
  • Layers of the skin received increased supply of nutrients and blood flow.
  • Healthy, strong collagen and elastin production continues.
  • Skin is smooth, naturally hydrated, evenly colored and more resilient.
PHASE LASTS EXPECT
approimately
6-8 weeks		 Skin is becoming firmer and tighter with improved clarity and a healthy glow.
4
THE NEW YOU

WHAT HAPPENS

  • The Ogabi Nu-Derm system has Transformed your skin!  Now, your goal is to make it a permantent part of your daily health care routine.
  • Check in routinely with your skin care specialist to maintain your results long term with Obagi Nu-Derm System maintenance programs.
PHASE LASTS EXPECT
Indefinitely, with
maintenance.		 Skin that looks and acts younger and healthier.

Maintenance with the Obagi Nu-Derm System is crucial to long-term success.  Your physician or skin care specilist will adivse you on a formal program woth Obagi.

I'm ready to begin the Transformation process! What do I do?

First, set you goal. "I can have healthier, younger looking skin."  Then follow the Obagi Nu-Derm System as prescribed.

Rub in all creams gently until totally absorbes before proceeding.  If your skin becomes red and dry at the beginning of the treatment, you may need to use the Control products.  Call your skin care specialist to review your progress and discuss any concerns.

PREPARE
Removes impurities and adjusts pH to prepare skin for optimal penetration of therapeutic ingredients.
1 PRODUCT GENTLE CLEANSER or FOAMING GELSERUM
  APPLICATION Wash your face with the recommended cleanser, rinswe with lukewarm water and gently pat dry. Avoid aggressively rubbing your skin with a towel.
2 PRODUCT TONER
  APPLICATION Apply the toner on a cotton pad and apply to your entire face. Do not rinse.
  PRODUCT OBAGI VITAMIN C HIGH POTENCY 10% or CONTOUR 5% SERUM
  APPLICATION If recommended, use dropper to apply a few drops to the palm of your hand. Dip fingertips into the serum and apply to crow's feet area (Eye Contour 5% Serum), or face, nack and chest area (High Potency 10% Serum)
CORRECT
Repairs damage to skin cells, correcting hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone and roughness, enhancing penetration of ingredients
3 PRODUCT CLEAR Rx
  APPLICATION

Measure 1/2-1 gram and appluu evenly on your entire face, extended to the hairline, over the ears and ending with a feathering motion.  Wait 2 minutes and apply a second coast over dark spots.  Note:  If you have dark skin, use Clear on your entire face once a day, preferable in the morning, and apply at night only on the darkest areas.
4 PRODUCT EXFODERM or EXFODERM FORTE
  APPLICATION

Measure 1/2-1 gram and apply evenly over your entire face, avoiding the eyelid area.  Massage until the cream is completeley absorbed.
STIMULATE
Repairs damage to deeper layers of your skin and restores elasticity by enhancing collagen and elastin production.
5 PRODUCT BLENDER Rx TRETINOIN
  APPLICATION

Measure 1/2 gram of Blender, followed by the prescribed amount of tretinoin.  combine and apply evenly on your entire face, extending to the hairline.  Apply around eye area as directed.  Note: Avoid excessive application around the corners of the lips and creases around the nose.
6 PRODUCT SUNFADER SPF 15, HEALTHY SKIN PROTECTION SPF 35 and/or PHYSICAL UV BLOCK SPF 32
  APPLICATION

Apply in the morning under your makeup.  Reapply often when in direct sunlight. Note:  Always avoid prolonged direct sun exposure.  Remember to pratice sun protection daily.
CONTROL
At the beginning, your skin bay be sensitive and have reactions. Using the Control products, when necessary, will help you comfortably reach your goal. Eventually, your skin will become more toleratnt.
    Apply control products as needed before using sun protection products
  PRODUCT EYE CREAM
  APPLICATION

Recommended for daily use to take care of the thin sentitive skin around your eyes.

  PRODUCT ACTION
  APPLICATION

As needed throughout the day, spot treat where your skin in uncomfortably dry, red or itchy
  PRODUCT TOLEREEN
  APPLICATION

Apply this low-dose hydrocortisone lotion whenever needed in the areas where you're experiencing itching, burning or redness.

How do I maintain my healthier and younger-acting skin?

Now that your skin is Transformed, you must maintain these hard-earned improvements.  It's easy! Just follow the Maintenance program recommended by your physician or skin care specialist.  Use the following chart as a handy guide.

MAINTENACNE FREQUENCY
Prepare 1 ___ GENTLE CLEANSER          
___ FOAMING GEL		 Daily
Daily
Prepare 2 ___ TONER Daily
  ___ OBAGI VITAMIN C,
if recommended		 Daily
Correct 3 CLEAR
___ 1/2 gm            
___ 1gm		 2-3 times per week or as directed
Correct 4 ___ EXFODERM
___ EXFODERM FORTE
___ 1/2 gm
___ 1 gm
(avoid eye area)		 2-3 times per week or as directed
Stimulate 5 ___ BLENDER
(1/2 GM)		 ___ everyday
___ every other day
  ___ TRETINOIN
___ 1/2 gm
___ 1 gm		 ___ everyday
___ every other day
Protect 6 ___ 6 EYE CREAM
___ HEALTHY SKIN PROTECTION SPF 35
___ SUNFADER SPF 15
___ PHYSICAL UV BLOCK SPF 32		 Daily
Daily
As needed
As needed

Your skin is now is excellent condition for any additional procedures you may choose to undergo.  The increase tolerance and hydration of your skin will improve the results of the procedures and improve heeling.

Keep your promise to your skin

Remember that the length of time it takes your skin to be Transformed depends upon the condition of your skin and the protocol you are following.

The achieve significant results, you must:

  • Always keep in mind that Transformation is an ongoing process.

  • Follow the protocol prescribed by your physicians and skin care specialist.

  • Stay on the maintenance program-it will keep your skin looking and acting younger and healthier.


Top: Before / Bottom: After

 

Photos courtesy of Dr. Zein E. Obagi

My Personal notes.
Check back in with your skin care specialist as directed or every four weeks.

WEEKS 1-6 OUT WITH THE OLD
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
WEEKS 7-12 IN WITH THE NEW
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
WEEKS 12-18 HEALTHY GLOW
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
WEEKS 18+ THE NEW YOU
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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