Obagi Nu Derm caused severe inflammation and darkening of my skin. How can I treat this problem?

Hyperpigmentation has many varieties and causes. If you are having a continuing problem you should consult with a physician. Do you have any photos?I carry Obagi's new like ZO Skin Health because it has newer less harsh ingredients with the same results.I hope this was helpful,Dr. Barrett,Beverly Hills, CA

Our office specializes in dark scar correction. For pigmentation after peels, we advise application of Melarase creams (AM and PM) twice daily to improve skin tone. We also use Elevase Moisture Booster for dry skin after an Obagi Blue Peel. Best, DR. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

I also use these products in my practice for pigmentation and pigmentary problems. Hyperpigmentation after Obagi Blue peel is sometimes observed even though it is meant to correct uneven pigmentation of the skin. This could be because of genetics, sun exposure, etc. 

Dr. Obagi formulated the Blue Peel and created a skin
rejuvenation line called NuDerm using tretinoin, hydroquinone and glycolic acid
to complement it over 2 decades ago. Tens of thousands of patients worldwide
have responded to wrinkle reduction, pore size reduction tightening and
leveling of the skin and more even pigmentation. He has superseded NuDerm developing ZO Skin Health to further improve the
troubles patients have had with inflammation, irritation, pigmentation, firming
and tightening, acne, aging and sun-damage not previously managed.



The ZO Skin Health Circle advances Dr. Obagi’s philosophy
to:

PREPARE the skin for THERAPEUTIC management and
REJUVENATION,

MAINTANENCE of results,

Continued REPAIR of cell membrane and DNA damage,

DEFENSE and PREVENTION
internal and environmental aging.



Without proper preparation of the skin and compliance to the
program, the skin cells producing oils and pigmentation will not be properly
regulated and you may respond by becoming oilier, more inflamed and more
pigmented. ZO Skin Health provides
for these problems using retinols, non-hydroquinones melanin blockers and
anti-oxidants.



Glycolic acid peels perform only superficially and its
effects plateau quickly. You may be ready for a deeper peel.



Please consider a ZO expert by linking to ZOSkinHealth.com
in order to evaluate and manage these problems. I wish you the best!