Obagi Nuderm kit with Obagi or generic tretinoin?

Question

Do you have to use Obagi branded tretinoin? I was told yes as it complements Obagi blender, however the price of obagi tretinoin is significantly more expensive than generic tretinoin creams. Can you use tretinoin under the eye for dark circles? How long should a normal size Nuderm Kit last? I was told by 6 weeks I should need a replacement of the Obagi Clear and Obagi tretinoin but I still have at least half left of both items!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

If you want Improvement in your skin you should use more medical grade treatments like cosmelan or enlighten peels at home, growth factors and stem cells daily, dermarolling once a week, and more combination of skin care (see link).  Best, Dr. Emer.

Robert W. DeConti, MD · Answer

I have a lot of patients who use generic Retin-A with their Obagi Nuderm kit. Their insurance covers it. The Obagi NuDerm kit lasts about 3 months. You can place tretinoin on the lower eyelids to helps wrinkles, fine lines and pigmentation.
I hope this helps.Best wishes,Dr. D.

Obagi Nuderm kit with Obagi or generic tretinoin?

Answers (2)

More Obagi Nu-Derm Questions

Obagi Nuderm kit with Obagi or generic tretinoin?

Answers (2)

More Obagi Nu-Derm Questions

I have been using obagi Nu seem for four weeks, very sore skin and the pigmentation in some areas is worse. Is this normal?

Would an Obagi peel help with flaky skin?

Is Obagi clear the best topical hydroquinone in general?