We all love the sunshine but it’s fair to say that it doesn’t always love us back! Sadly, prolonged overexposure to ultraviolet radiation can be extremely damaging to our skin. The main culprits are UVA and UVB rays which cause change to the skin at a cellular level.
When DNA is damaged, it can result in cell mutations, genetic defects, skin cancer and premature ageing. The truth is that after a lifetime of absorbing the sun’s rays, most of us have some element of sun-damage. To counteract it, our daily skincare ritual must work with the skin to correct, repair, and restore it.
Cleansing is the first step in any daily routine. It’s vital to use a cleanser that’s well-suited to your skin type and individual concerns but also one that primes the skin to receive targeted treatments.
Initially, a cleanser lifts away superficial debris consisting of make-up, dirt, dead skin cells, pollutants, and SPF. An effective cleanser will also contain active, transformative ingredients that penetrate the skin more deeply, clearing away remaining oil and debris, lower down in the dermis. Doing this means that skin is left thoroughly cleansed and ready to absorb other products with optimal efficiency. Aside from the obvious role of cleansing, active ingredients may also be included to target specific skincare concerns, including brightening skin, hydration or fine lines and wrinkles.
Obagi® Dermatologist Approved Cleansers for Sun Damaged Skin
Using the right cleanser for your skin type is obviously important. Thankfully, Obagi® have a wide range of cleansers that have been clinically tested on the entire Fitzpatrick skin spectrum and are dermatologically approved.
Specially formulated to transform skin from within, Obagi® products leave skin visibly healthier and younger looking. If you’re not sure which Obagi® skin system is best for you, take our skin quiz here.
Obagi Nu-Derm® Fx Gentle Cleanser
Skin Type: Normal-Dry Skin
Designed for sensitive, dry skin, this is an extremely gentle formulation that effectively removes makeup, oil residue and impurities caused by the everyday environment. Oat Amino Acids, Aloe, Apricot Kernel Oil, Panthenol, Sage Leaf Extract and Borago Officinalis Extract, plus Glycerin soothe and hydrate dry or dehydrated skin.
You can expect your skin to feel clean, fresh, soft, and comfortable after using this mild cleanser. For optimal results, use as part of Obagi Nu-Derm® Fx System.
Obagi Nu-Derm® Fx Foaming Gel
Skin Type: Normal-Oily Skin
A clear foaming gel that cleanses pores and effectively removes makeup, oil residue and impurities caused by the everyday environment. Key natural ingredients include Oat Amino Acids, Aloe Vera, Alfalfa Extract and Borago Officinalis Extract. Additionally, Chamomile Extract soothes and reduces irritation with its anti-inflammatory properties making it ideal for those with sensitive or inflamed skin.
Massage onto skin and rinse off with a small amount of lukewarm water. Double cleanse if you’re wearing make-up. After use, skin feels fully cleansed, refreshed and beautifully soft. For optimal results, use as part of Obagi Nu-Derm® Fx System.
Obagi CLENZIderm® Daily Care Foaming Cleanser
Skin Type: Problematic Skin
This lightweight, foaming cleansing gel has been specifically formulated for anyone experiencing spots, blemishes, or breakouts. Containing 2% Salicylic Acid (BHA), it can penetrate deep within the pores to unclog them. Dead skin cells and oils that are the cause of acne related concerns including blackheads, whiteheads and pimples are easily exfoliated and dissolved away by this gentle, but powerful cleanser.
Another useful benefit of Salicylic Acid is that it improves absorption and penetration of other products. So, with continuous use, this cleanser also takes preventative action against spots, stopping them from forming in the first place.
Menthol also helps calm irritated skin, leaving it feeling cooled and refreshed. Forget any feeling of tightness or dryness that’s often associated with acne products. You can use this morning and evening, for purified, nourished skin.
Our Recommendation: Obagi-C® Fx Cleansing Gel
Skin Type: Mature Skin
The Obagi-C® Fx System is an innovative skincare system that combines Vitamin C and Arbutin to promote rejuvenation and even the skin tone for healthier, younger-looking skin. It’s perfect for targeting those frustrating visible signs of ageing and sun-damage like fine lines, wrinkles, dullness and photoaging.
This gel-based formula cleans and clarifies skin, fully preparing it to absorb the benefits of your anti-ageing system’s ingredients. It’s a 2 in 1 formulation that contains a powerful infusion of L-ascorbic Acid, Vitamin C in its most potent form. This gives Obagi-C® Fx Cleansing Gel powerful antioxidant properties to defend skin against free radicals, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and complement new collagen production.
Another hero ingredient, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice hydrates, soothes, and softens the skin to prevent dryness and prevent sticky residue after use. Skin feels remarkably fresh, soft, and nourished and appears even toned and gloriously radiant after use. For optimal results, use it as part of the Obagi-C® Fx System.
