Is it normal that my face turned red after using Obagi Nu Derm with hydroquinone?

Yes you can use another brand, but be sure to choose a medical grade sunscreen that provides full spectrum protection. Your skin will be especially sensitive when using Nu Derm so a high quality sunscreen is essential.

What strength tretinoin are you using and are you also using a moisturizer afterwards? Obagi makes one that comes in the normal/dry kits called Hydrate. You can use that over the tretinoin to combat the dry/irritated skin. However, it takes skin about 12-16 weeks to adjust fully to the Nu...

Combination treatments using both skin care and lasers gives the best results. I like adding low powered QSL lasers in the nano and pico wavelengths to the Obaji range. Melasma can not be completely cured, however effective treatment are possible. This is because your skin is extremely s...