Maximizing Your Investment in Professional Treatments
Professional aesthetic treatments like microneedling, laser therapy, chemical peels, and IPL deliver remarkable results—but proper at-home care is essential to maximize and maintain those outcomes. Obagi medical-grade skincare is specifically formulated to work synergistically with professional procedures, preparing skin beforehand and accelerating healing afterward.
Many dermatologists and aesthetic practitioners recommend Obagi as the gold standard for pre- and post-treatment care, thanks to its pharmaceutical-grade formulations and clinically-proven ingredients.
Pre-Treatment Preparation with Obagi
Starting an Obagi skincare routine 4-6 weeks before your professional treatment can significantly improve results and reduce healing time:
- 2-6 Weeks Before: Begin using Obagi Gentle Cleanser and vitamin C serum to strengthen skin barrier
- 2-4 Weeks Before: Introduce Obagi retinol products gradually to increase cell turnover
- 1 Week Before: Discontinue retinoids and exfoliants as directed by your provider
- Throughout: Use Obagi medical-grade sunscreen daily without exception
Proper preparation creates healthier, more resilient skin that responds better to treatment and experiences fewer complications.
Best Obagi Products for Post-Treatment Recovery
After professional treatments, your skin needs gentle yet effective support. These Obagi products are ideal for recovery:
Days 1-3 Post-Treatment:
- Obagi Gentle Cleanser – non-irritating cleansing
- Obagi Hydrate – intensive moisture without fragrance
- Obagi Sun Shield SPF 50 – broad-spectrum protection
Days 4-7 Post-Treatment:
- Add Obagi Professional-C Serum – antioxidant support
- Continue gentle cleansing and moisturizing
Week 2+ Post-Treatment:
- Gradually reintroduce Obagi retinol (with provider approval)
- Resume full Obagi treatment regimen as tolerated
Combining Obagi With Specific Professional Treatments
Microneedling + Obagi Nu-Derm System: The Nu-Derm system prepares skin for microneedling and enhances collagen production afterward. Many providers recommend completing 6-8 weeks of Nu-Derm before scheduling microneedling sessions.
Laser Resurfacing + Obagi Hydrate: Intensive moisture is critical post-laser. Obagi Hydrate's rich formula soothes without interfering with healing.
Transform your results from good to extraordinary with the right skincare foundation!