Obagi products for South Asians?

I live in Karachi, Pakistan. Is it safe to use Obagi products here in this part of world on my skin type? I have skin discoloration and pigmentation. Will this product peel well on my skin?

2 answers to “Obagi products for South Asians?”

A: Obagi Nuderm for South Asian Patients (Pakistan)

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Having worked directly with Dr. Obagi in his Beverly Hills Skin Health Institute, and in my own practice in Los Angeles, I have helped treat hundreds, if not thousands of patients with the Obagi Nuderm system. South Asian skin is ideal for treatment with the Obagi Nuderm system and has been proven... more

A: Obagi Products in Asian Skin

Tanveer Janjua, MD

Yes, you can use the Obagi products and it will work for your skin type. You should start slowly by using small amounts. If you don't use sunscreen regulalry then any brown spots removed by these products will return. Also keep in mind that these products contain hydroquinone which has been found harmful in... more

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