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The Obagi Nu-Derm System

Aging and environmental assaults---such as too much sun, hormones, stress, and pollution---affect not only the way your skin looks and feels, but also your skin's health.  The Obagi Nu-Derm System is a physician-prescribed skin care system that actually corrects the functions and health of your skin.  The System transforms your skin at the cellular level, resulting in skin that looks and acts younger and healthier.

What are the effects of aging and photodamage on your skin?

As your skin ages, the turnover of skin cells slows significantly, throwing off the balance between the growth of healthy new skin cells and the sloughing off of old damaged skin cells.  Collagen and elastin begin to slowly break down, causing the skin to lose its resilience, resulting in fine lines, wrinkles and sagging.  Daily exposure to UV light accelerates this aging process and causes uneven pigmentation.

Why does the Obagi Nu-Derm System transform your skin?

The Obagi Nu-Derm System penetrates below your skin's surface, transforming skin cell functions at the cellular level and correcting the damage within your skin.  Administered using a specific sequence of dosage and frequency that's right for your skin condition, the prescription-based System triggers a therapeutic cascade that makes your skin look and act  younger and healthier.

Who should use the Obagi Nu-Derm System?

If you have experienced occasional sunburn, daily sun exposure, hormonal changes, stress and environmental pollution, then your skin will show signs of premature aging.  Your genetic  history may also make you more prone to the effects of aging skin. Developed for all skin types, the Obagi Nu-Derm System can be tailored to your skin care goals.

What can you expect while using the Obagi Nu-Derm System?

Your skin will undergo four phases of transformation:

1.  Out With the Old.
The Obagi Nu-Derm System penetrates to the deepest layer of the skin to correct signs of aging.  Old, dead skin cells are replaced with fresh cells.  Reactions such as itching, dryness and redness indicate that your treatment protocol is working.  By the end of this phase, which typically lasts 6 weeks depending on your skin condition, you will notice a visible improvement.

2.  In With the New.
Your skin begins producing normal, healthy cells as healthy new cells are pushed to the surface faster. Pigment cells are now disributing melanin more evenly. Both collagen and elastin production are stimulated.  Your skin begins to tolerate the treatment and reactions subside.  At the end of this phase, you will notice a significant improvement in the look and feel of your skin.

3.  Healthy Glow.
All skin cells are in the process of transformation.  All layers of the skin receive an increased supply of nutrients and blood flow.  Healthy, strong collagen and elastin production continues.  Skin is smooth, naturally hydrated, evenly colored and more resilient. Your skin is looking and acting younger and healthier.

4.  The New You.
The Obagi Nu-Derm System has delivered on the promise of skin transformation.  Your goal  now is to make it a permanent part of your daily health care routine.  You will begin a personalized  Obagi Nu-Derm System maintenance protocol to ensure the continuation of younger-acting skin.

The Obagi Nu-Derm System is a prescription-based protocol and requires diagnosing and monitoring.  At North Hawaii Oral and Facial Surgery, we customize the Obagi Nu-Derm System based on your personalized skin care analysis to fit your lifestyle. Once starting your customized treatment, we recommend follow up 2 weeks after starting the system and again 6 weeks later to optimize the therapy.  Regular follow-ups thereafter are dependent upon your response to the treatment.  Call our office to schedule a complimentary analysis for your skin care needs.

SkinCeuticals:

BODY

SKINCEUTICALS BODY PRODUCTS CONTAIN NURTURING BLENDS OF EXCLUSIVE INGREDIENTS TO EXFOLIATE, MOISTURIZE, AND IMPROVE SKIN TONE AND COLOR. OUR PRODUCTS WORK TOGETHER TO PROVIDE BENEFITS SUCH AS HYDRATION, ANTIOXIDANT PROTECTION, INCREASED SMOOTHNESS, AND RESTORED ELASTICITY TO THE ENTIRE BODY.

AOX BODY TREATMENT

This invigorating antioxidant body treatment protects against damaging environmental aggressors, lightly exfoliates dead skin cells, and deeply moisturizes dehydrated areas for smoother, healthier-looking skin. Formulated with grape polyphenols, ectoin, and vitamin E, AOX Body Treatment protects skin from free radical damage associated with daily aggressors such as diet, pollution, stress, and physical exertion, while visibly improving elasticity and firmness for a more radiant appearance.

BENEFITS

-Three powerful antioxidants combat damaging free radicals

-Lightly exfoliates dead skin cells

-Helps diminish inflammation caused by UV exposure

-Hydrates areas suffering critical moisture loss for resilient, healthy-looking skin

ADVANCED BODY FIRMING LOTION

Optimal for all skin types, this skin-firming treatment combines soy isoflavones, pure vitamin E, three nutrient-rich algae, and botanical extracts to firm, hydrate, and protect the entire body. The antioxidant and moisturizing properties counter moisture loss and elasticity while supporting the skin's regeneration process to restore healthy, buoyant, luminous skin.

BENEFITS

-Firms, nourishes and hydrates body skin

-Provides antioxidant benefits

-Supports skin regeneration process

-Improves skin's appearance

-Ideal for all skin types

BODY POLISH

A rich, exfoliating body scrub containing Brazilian marine algae and botanical extracts, Body Polish eliminates dry, dull, flaky skin--revealing the even, smooth, and more radiant skin below. Unlike conventional exfoliating scrubs, Body Polish contains unique, smooth polyethylene beads and natural waxes that intensely exfoliate dull skin cells--gently, without damaging the skin. Perfect for use before treatment products, moisturizers, and self-tanners, and optimal for all skin types.

BENEFITS

-Thoroughly removes dead surface cells without damaging skin

-Provides emollient benefits in addition to exfoliation

-Nourishes and hydrates body skin

-Calms and revitalizes the skin

-Prepares skin for body treatments

-Easy application and rinse-off

SANS SOLEIL

San Soleil is a unique self-tanning lotion that delivers an even, natural-looking tan without exposure to the sun's harmful rays. Most self-tanning products use the tanning agent DHA (dihydroxy acetone), which when used alone can cause dryness and create an uneven, orange, unnatural-looking tan. Sans Soleil contains erythrulose, a unique DHA enhancer. The combination of DHA and erythrulose helps ensure a more even, streakless, longer lasting tan without increasing dryness.

BENEFITS

-Combination of DHA and erythrulose delivers a better tan than DHA alone

-Fades slowly, evenly, and naturally

-Moisturizes the skin, eliminating the need for additional moisturizing products

-No unpleasant chemical smell

-Easy to apply, dries quickly, and won't stain clothing

FACIAL PROTECTION AND REJEVENATION:

With many vitamin C products on the market today, it is important to choose a topical antioxidant serum with an effective formulation.  When it comes to scientific proof behind skincare, SkinCeuticals sets the standard with published, peer-reviewed science, supporting the efficacy of our topical antioxidant serums.  Studies at Duke University show that an effective topical vitamin C must possess the following characteristics:

Introducing four new products from SkinCeuticals:

Retexturizing Activator:
SkinCeuticals has developed a bi-functional gel that will exfoliate and hydrate at the same time. Perfect for all skin types and especially great for acne prone skin to reduce and prevent follicular plugging.

Pigment Regulator:
Do you have brown spots, freckles or uneven skin tone?  Theses are the signs of hyperpigmentation, which affect all skin types, ethnicities and ages.SkinCeutical's Pigment Regulator provides powerful, skin-brightening results without the potentially harmful side-effects of hydroquinone. In a recent clinical trial, Pigment Regulator was proven as effective as 4% hydroquinone. It provides reduction of brown spots, freckles, dark patches, and blotchiness as well as as improvement of overall skin tone for a brighter, more radiant appearance.  Used along with proper sun protection, Pigment Regulator prevents future discolorations. Three powerful ingredients combat the steps of hyperpigmentation:  2% kojic acid, 2% emblica, and 10% Exfoliants (glycolic acid and aminosulfonic acid blend).

A.G.E. Interrupter:
SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter is formulated for mature skin to prevent glycation and combat other natural processes involved  in the complex phenomenon of intrinsic aging. Its multi-faceted formulation delivers three powerful ingredients proven to prevent and correct visible signs of intrinsic aging in mature skin. 

Intrinsic aging, caused by internal factors such as hormonal shifts and metabolic slowdown, contributes greatly to skin sagging, creping, thinning, and cracking.  While glucose is a vital cellular fuel, glycation causes unmetabolized glucose molecules to stick to collagen and elastin, leading to cross-linked fibers.This cross-linking forms chemical bridges between these proteins that result in advanced glycation end-products (A.G.E.).  Glycated fibers become rigid, less elastic, and have reduced regenerative ability, which leads to damage such as laxity, cracking and thinning skin.  Both glycation and glycoaminoglycan(GAG) depletion lead to the degradation of the extra-cellular matrix and the flattening of the dermal epidermal junction, resulting in sagging, creping, and severely wrinkled skin.

• 4% blueberry extract:  slows down the process of A.G.E. formation, preventing the rigidification of collagen and elastin fibers. It also helps protect non-glycated collagen types IV and VII from erosion and stimulates procollagen I and III (extra-cellular matrix components)
• 30% proxylane (unprecedented concentration): stimulates GAG synthesis, restoring water and nutrient content in the dermal epidermal junction to increase elasticity and thickness--as if the skin's mattress has been re-inflated from the inside.
• 0.2 % phytosphingosine:  helps protect the skin's barrier to alleviate the discomfort associated with dry, aging skin and facilitates the skin's natural barrier repair process
  

Phloretin CF:
SkinCeuticals  has developed a new standard in antioxidant activity:  Phloretin CF. Phloretin CF represents a new class of preventive and corrective topical antioxidant treatment.  After five years of extensive research, SkinCeuticals developed this patent-pending breakthrough technology combining the newly-discovered, broad-range power of phloretin with vitamin C and ferulic acid in a biodiverse formulation to divide and conquer sources of damage at every level. Phloretin CF, a broad-spectrum treatment, protects not only against free radicals, but the range of other reactive molecules known to cause damage and DNA mutations among the integral cell types.  In addition, it corrects existing damage by stimulating the synthesis of essential proteins and fibers and accelerating cell turnover.  The result---a strengthened support structure on the inside and a more youthful, firm, radiant appearance on the outside. 

Phloretin, the molecule, is derived from the bark of fruit trees such as apple, grapefruit, and pear.  Phloretin has recently been studied for its use as a pigment-regulating and penetration-enhancing agent in the medical community.  Lifestyle choices as well as daily exposure to environmental elements produce damaging reactive oxygen species (ROS) such as free radicals, oxygen ions, and peroxides in our skin leading to multiple pathways of oxidative stress. Phloretin's unique molecular structure is responsible for potent antioxidant activity in peroxynitrite scavenging.  Prevention with Phloretin include anticancer, antifungal, antibacterial , antiviral, and anti-inflammatory benefits.

C E Ferulic:
This revolutionary antioxidant combination contains 15 percent L-ascorbic acid, 1 percent alpha tocopherol, and 0.5 percent ferulic acid to deliver an unprecedented 8 times the skin's natural protection against environmental damage. Studies show:

• C  E Ferulic provides unmatched protection---meaning enhanced anti-aging benefits
• C E Ferulic provides 8 times the skin's natural protection against environmental damage
• C  E Ferulic reduces sunburn cells up to 96 percent in UV irradiated skin
• C  E Ferulic prevents thymine dimers, DNA mutations associated with skin cancer

Epidermal Repair:
    Epidermal Repair is specifically formulated for skin compromised by cosmetic procedures ranging from microdermabrasion to laser resurfacing, as well as skin sensitized by retinoid therapy or harsh environmental aggressors.  This therapeutic treatment contains a pure concentrated form of two highly effective, proven, healing ingredients to help relieve and rehabilitate compromised skin.  Beta glucan and centella asiatica provide barrier protection for traumatized skin while accelerating the biological processes involved in skin healing.   Clinically demonstrated to reduce redness, calm, and soothe skin, this cosmetically elegant formulation encourages patient compliance of daily usage during the critical healing period following rejuvenating procedures. 

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Neocutis:

As it is well know that adequate levels of protein are essential in a well balanced diet,  high protein skin care is the latest essential in the anti-aging skin care diet.  Neocutis Bio-restorative Cream, Bio-gel, Journee, and Lumiere,  contain the latest anti-aging breakthrough PSP (processed skin cell proteins).  Developed in Switzerland from cultured cells for wound healing,  these products contain the optimal balance of naturally occurring skin proteins including cytokines and growth factors  to dramatically improve skin texture, tone and appearance and aid in optimal healing of aging or post procedure skin.  Optimal results are seen in as little as 60 days.

What is PSP?  (Processed skin proteins)

A proprietary blend of growth factors which are simply proteins that exist naturally in your skin.  These proteins play a critical role in wound repair but also aid aging and sun damaged skin by stimulating your body to produce collagen among other things that lead to beautiful skin.  As we age, our bodies natural ability to produce these proteins at optimal levels diminishes.  Neocutis has been able to clinically demonstrate that topical application of these proteins can help to somewhat "trick"  older cells into behaving more like youthful cells.

Neocutis products with PSP provide the most complete and balanced combination of growth factors and cytokines currently available.  This helps to:

• Improve skin tone and texture
• Reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Diminish signs of sun damage and age spots
• Improve appearance of firmness
• Promote recovery and skin restoration after procedures

Who can benefit from Neocutis Products with PSP?

A patient that is looking to improve fine lines and wrinkles, tone,  texture and overall appearance of their skin or one that has just completed a cosmetic procedure (laser or light, chemical peel, microdermabrasion, cosmetic surgery) will benefit most.

Neocutis Products :

Lumiere : Bio-restorative Eye Cream with PSP.

Neocutis Cream : Bio-restorative Skin Cream with PSP.

Journee : Bio-restorative Day Cream with antioxidant vitamin C, Zinc oxide 7.3% sunscreen and PSP

Hylalis :  1% Hyaluronate Refining Serum.  Ideal for post-procedure skin.

Bio-gel : Bio-restorative Hydrogel with PSP for all skin types.

PREVedem : Antioxidant serum with natural polyphenols from Hamamelis Virginiana extract.