The Obagi Clenziderm system has been clinically proven to fight against and treat all of the three main causes of an acne outbreak; skin cell buildup, excess oil buildup and bacteria.
Many people who have skin problems such as acne have usually tried a myriad of different treatments, and probably found that the majority of them don’t work long term. Some may even cause an individuals skin complaint to worsen or for other problems to occur.
The problem with most acne treatments is that they typically only control the top layer of the skin. But Obagi Clenziderm goes down a lot deeper than the surface in order for the medication to be delivered at the root cause. Generally within three weeks of starting treatment, 62 percent of all users will notice a reduction in soreness and pimples. 47 percent of users will notice that their blackheads and whiteheads have visibly diminished. The Clenziderm system is recommended for all sufferers of bacteria and bad oil build up, and the acne problems associated with them.
The Obagi Clenziderm consists of 5 steps, and while some users are advised to use all of the products just one time a day, others are advised to use it both morning and night. The doctor will be able to advise you which way you should use the system and how frequently. In each instance the first step when using the Clenziderm system is to make sure your face and neck are cleaned thoroughly with the daily care foaming cleanser. The next step is to exfoliate the skin with the pore therapy and then the serum gel. People with dry skin can also use the therapeutic moisturizer and the daily care cream cleanser.
The Obagi Clenziderm Daily Care Foaming Cleanser will help to protect skin against whiteheads, blackheads and acne, as well as visible pores and the skin problems that are causing them.
The skin becomes clearer due to the combination of salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide which penetrates the skin deeply and loosens bacteria and oil. Regardless of skin type, unsightly blemishes and acne can help to be eradicated if a good cleansing routine with the Obagi foaming cleanser is undertaken, although it is more suitable for individuals who have normal to oily skin.
The Obagi Clenziderm Foaming Cleanser is easy to use. After wetting your face with warm water, lather up a dime sized amount in your hands and massage it gently over your entire neck and face, avoiding your eyes. Cleanse gently for approximately 30 seconds before rinsing off with lukewarm water. Wait for approximately 15 minutes before moving on to the next step of using the Pore Therapy which is intended to be used by individuals needing help with large pores and blemishes. The Pore Therapy is a combination of salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide in a liquid gel form which gets down under the skins layers so that it can reach the cause of the acne.
Apply the Obagi Clenziderm Pore Therapy by moistening a swab or cotton ball in it and then wiping it over your face and neck, avoiding your eyes. This should be carried out every morning and night, but if your skin starts to become dry reduce use to once a day. Once applied do not wash the Pore therapy off. The third step of the Clenziderm regime is to use the Serum Gel. This is typically recommended for use by individuals who need a little extra help in combating their acne problems and generally works extremely quickly. Soluble therapeutics technology is used to make sure that medication is delivered exactly where it needs to be; deep down in the pores in order for the excess oils and acne to be cleared out.
The Serum Gel by Obagi Clenziderm should be applied both morning and night after you have followed the first two steps of the Foaming Cleanser and Pore Therapy. Just one pump of the serum Gel needs to be used on a cotton pad, and then gently wiped over your face, once again avoiding the eyes, mouth and nose. While you should wash it off your hands after application, do not wash it off your face. Reduce to using the serum Gel once a day if your skin should become irritated or dry.
The daily Cream Cleanser by Obagi Clenziderm needs to be applied once a day, although in some cases it may need to be applied both morning and night. After wetting your face, use a small amount of the cleanser and massage it over the face and neck, avoiding the eyes. Thoroughly rinse off and dry the face and neck with a clean dry towel. Wait for 10 minutes before proceeding to apply the Therapeutic Moisturizer and Pore Therapy.
The Therapeutic Moisturizer will help to keep your skin hydrated and smooth, giving the other Obagi Clenziderm products the time they need to fight the acne. The lightweight lotion kills the bacteria that causes acne quickly, and helps to prevent more breakouts from occurring. After acne treatments skin will occasionally become sensitive and vulnerable, and the Moisturizer will help protect against this. It is also ideal to use if you suffer from dry, cracked or chapped skin as it helps to protect against the weather elements as well as the skin problems.
The Obagi Clenziderm Moisturizer will need to be applied to the face and neck once or twice daily, or as directed by your doctor, and should be used after the other Clenziderm steps have been followed. Just a thin layer of Moisturizer should be sufficient to moisturize the entire face and neck evenly, and as with the other products the eyes, mouth and nose should be avoided. If you should suffer from any redness or irritation then it is advisable to use the moisturizer just once a day, or on alternate days.