What Is Nu-Derm?
Nu-Derm is a skincare system used in the therapeutic treatment of premature aging. While aging is a natural process, sun and other damage to the skin causes slower skin cell turnover, resulting in an accumulation of damaged cells. This makes skin look dull and can increase age or sun spots, redness, sallowness, and more. Nu-Derm specifically targets pigmentation to reduce those issues and help smooth out rough skin, making skin appear younger and healthier overall. If over the counter and drugstore treatments haven’t helped, you may need something stronger, like prescription-only Nu-Derm.
Because it focuses on lightening and pigmentation, Nu-Derm is recommended for:
- Age/sun spots
- Redness
- Sallowness
- Hyperpigmentation
The active ingredient in Nu-Derm is hydroquinone, which at 4% requires a prescription due to new regulations from Health Canada. As a medical professional, Dr. Peterson will be able to continue or begin Nu-Derm treatment for you. Nu-Derm has a Continuum line for use after the initial treatment system. Nu-Derm is safe to use under the care of a medical professional like our Kelowna staff.
Nu-Derm systems have an option for normal to oily skin and normal to dry skin.
The Normal to Dry kit includes:
- Gentle Cleanser
- Toner
- Clear
- Exfoderm®
- Blender®
- Obagi Hydrate®
- Sun Shield Matte Broad Spectrum
The Normal to Oily kit includes:
- Foaming Gel
- Toner
- Clear
- Exfoderm® Forte
- Blender®
- Obagi Hydrate®
- Sun Shield Matte Broad Spectrum SPF 50
About Hydroquinone
Additional products are available, including Sunfader® specifically designed for sun spots. If you are using the Nu-Derm system, it is imperative you follow the routine and include sunscreen. Hydroquinone and any exfoliating product designed to rejuvenate skin makes you vulnerable to sun damage while using it because of the way it helps remove layers of dead skin cells.
Skin reddening and a mild burning or tingling sensation may occur, but if a stronger reaction occurs discontinue immediately and call your doctor. Clear, Blender, and Sunfader contain hydroquinone; the other products do not. Hydroquinone is a skin-bleaching agent. The treatment system lasts up to twenty-four weeks, and if no results can be seen after twelve it is recommended you discontinue use. Always talk to your doctor before beginning or ending prescription treatments unless a strong reaction occurs.
Ready To Rejuvenare Your Skin? Contact Our Kelowna-Based Experts Today!
Nu-Derm is a medically-sound therapeutic treatment specifically designed by a doctor to combat aging and skin pigmentation issues. Contact us using our online contact form or by phone at (250) 868-9099 to discuss if Nu-Derm is right for you.
