Obagi Nu-Derm® Blender

Dark spot lightener and blending cream
Effective prescription 4% hydroquinone that helps correct hyperpigmentation, such as dark spots, sun spots, age spots, melasma, and other types of discoloration, for a healthier-looking, more even skin tone.

Prescription required. Contact your healthcare provider to purchase, or find a nearby physician who offers this product.
Not available in select states including MA, MT, NH, NY, and TX, due to state regulations regarding the ability of physicians to dispense prescription drug products in their offices. For an effective, cosmetic skin-brightening option, learn about the Obagi Nu-Derm Fx™ System.

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A unique formula containing prescription 4% hydroquinone for the gradual lightening of hyperpigmentation, such as dark spots, sun spots, age spots, melasma, and other types of discoloration.
Each gram of Obagi Nu-Derm® Blender® contains:

Active Ingredient::
Hydroquinone USP, 4% (40 mg/g)

Inactive Ingredients:
ascorbic acid, BHT, cetyl alcohol, disodium EDTA, glycerin, lactic acid, methylparaben, phenyl trimethicone, PPG-2 myristyl ether propionate, propylparaben, saponins, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium metabisulfite, TEA-salicylate, tocopheryl acetate, water (aqua)

Susan Frankel

9 days ago

Fabulous results!

Julia King

2 months ago

Have been using for over 15 years and always complimented on my skin

Kaleigh Polys

3 months ago

Perfect sddition

Lori Moreno

4 months ago

This product muxed with the RetinA made my skin so much smoother, and really made my pores smaller. Love the entire Obagi Nuderm system!

John Caruso

5 months ago

Made my skin so much clearer from spots

Lynn Wilson

5 months ago

This is a really good product love it!!!

Cheryl Wood

6 months ago

I like it and has been working good mixed with tretoin at night to lighten dark spots

Allison Creveling

7 months ago

Blender and tretinoin are a powerful combo!

Jessica Alvarado

7 months ago

Havent seen any fantastic results yet, but its still new, so not sure i should.

Assata Devall

8 months ago

Love mixing this with my retin a for acne free skin

Michelle Blalock

8 months ago

Has improved the appearance of sun spots

Linda Udinsky

9 months ago

great

Zarah Celino

10 months ago

Great products. I've been using it for how many years.

Julie Dockendorf

10 months ago

Loves how this works with the retin A to amooth wrinkles and lines. It makes the Retin A go on easier ans smoother

Paige Hawkins

10 months ago

I cannot imagine using Tretinoin each night without a little bit of blender mixed in. It goes on smooth and evenly. They make the perfect pair to repair skin tone and sun damage.

Cindy Trump

11 months ago

I began using this product after having several skin brightening procedures. This along with sunscreen has saved me money by keeping my skin looking as good as it did after the procedures.

Eliana Vargas

11 months ago

Great vehicle for tretenoin absorption

Jessica Chepa

1 years ago

I have seen such a difference in the dark spots on my face! The only down side is the smell.

Lunette Vargas

1 years ago

Love this product

Courtney Fletcher

1 years ago

When used with all the products this is excellent

Natasha Sides

1 years ago

I have seen great resulta wirh the addition of this produzt to my routine.

Queen Overstreet

1 years ago

Love

Desire Mathis

1 years ago

I love how this makes my skin look and feel!

Ashlyn Jordan

1 years ago

Does the job perfect

Courtney Rue

1 years ago

This blender is the best for making dark spots lighter!

Lauren Bryant

1 years ago

As someone who struggles with chronic melasma - this product is key to my skin looking healthy and can tell a massive difference in the summer without this product. However, ladies be warned it works but stinks.

Cindy Hancox

1 years ago

Best Mosturizer I have ever used

Kristen Gad

1 years ago

I use this as part of my NuDerm regimine and mix it with Trentoin cream every other day. My skin haa never looked better! The small wrinkles are completky gone, my skin is tight and bright! I love this product

Suzanne Tecklenburg

1 years ago

Must have

Debra MacTaggart

1 years ago

awesome

Lori Foglia

1 years ago

I use this product to blend with my tretinoin cream. Helps to extend the life of both and together they work fabulous together.

Sharon Wall

1 years ago

I use the NuDerm Blender everyother night. I can see a difference when I don't use it.

Naomi Melendez

2 years ago

Amazing product

Sally Taylor

2 years ago

Works well with the tretinoin at night

Kristina Darbinian

2 years ago

The key ingredient in this product is hydroquinone. This product helps with lightening and fading the discoloration.

Melody Reid

2 years ago

Hreat for dark spots

Yolanda Riley

2 years ago

Love it!! Always corrects problematic skin..!!

Julie Higginbotham

2 years ago

Does what ita supposed to

Rima chehab

2 years ago

Great product with great results

Kathleen Falco

2 years ago

Works well at night

Stephanie Chaffin

2 years ago

Great product

Dorie Newman

2 years ago

Love it

Alfreda Evans

2 years ago

Using blender leaves skin tone even and it looks radiate

Dawn Standera

2 years ago

use it daily with other products and my skin color is even and age spots and sun damage disappeared

Susan Jeffcoach

2 years ago

Makes my skin so clear and smooth looking

Kriste Brug

2 years ago

Works great to fade spots but smells funky

Shannon Kirby

2 years ago

I have a small hyperpigmentation spot i just got this month on my forehead. In a week, it is already fading! I cannot believe how fast this product works! I cant believe i didnt know the value of Hydroquinone until now!!!!

Cassie Rush

2 years ago

I have used this alone and mixed with my Tretinoin cream. I am not sure if blending the two gives me the same results or if using both products independently alone is best. I'm at my 14 weeks of using this system. My tone does look much better.

Janda Morris

2 years ago

Like it

Renae Brenson

2 years ago

Got so many compliments!

Alana Harrell

2 years ago

This product has a slight smell i dont really like, but I believe it is helping w my dark spots.

Geri Kenneally

2 years ago

So happy with the results! Skin is better than ever!

Monica Joosten

2 years ago

must have

Tina Workman

2 years ago

goes with my retinol

Mindy Matthews

2 years ago

And essential part of the system that keeps my skin flawless!

Alexandra Jensen

2 years ago

Great addition to the family of products!

Amy Woodard

2 years ago

Completely in love with us it has helped what's going on underneath my skin. To keep my dark spots away.

Elizabeth Serrano

2 years ago

Product works wonders with Tretinoin!!

Julie Kalahar

2 years ago

I am a res head and this product has evened out my facial and neck skin. My freckles are so faded that i am using in on my lower neckline and chest. My sister is so jealous she is starting to ise it now.

Christi Rodriguez

2 years ago

Awesome product! Will buy again!

Laura Eriksson

2 years ago

I continue to love the results i am seeing with blender.

Audrey Lown

3 years ago

Love this product, I notice a big difference in the discoloration I had.

Candace Huff

3 years ago

Love

Lynn McCown

3 years ago

Does not work well without hydroquinoin

Sara Adams

3 years ago

More even skin tone noted

Deanna Sholas

3 years ago

Not sure , came with my system and have been using it at night.

Rafia Khan

3 years ago

Awsome product

Tetyana Henry

3 years ago

Blender has a nice consistency and no fragrance. Very nice product and works great on my skin.

Monica Correll

3 years ago

I have been using blender for over a year and my face looks much better. It's doing its job!

Katherine LaHurd

3 years ago

This has lightened up my dark spots

Brenda Kohls Medlock

3 years ago

This is the perfect pair to the Tretinoin. I use it 3 times a week and it is an essential part of my skin care. It lasts for months. Think quality over quantity!

Melissa Thompkins

3 years ago

Love this product

Reanee Grab

3 years ago

Blender light and easy to apply. Seems to improve the look of my skin,as well as making it feel good. Do not leave skin feeling oily. Blender works very well when used with the entire NU-DERM System.

Julie Williams

3 years ago

Good for my skin

Pamela Munyak

3 years ago

I've been using this product for a little over a month now and can tell a difference in my dark spots already!

Sheree Laucirica

3 years ago

I love using this with retin-A

Catherine Miele

3 years ago

Works great with Retinol-A!

Amy Sprinzl

3 years ago

Great product to help with dry skin and discoloration

Daline Magee

3 years ago

easy to use with great results!

Kristen Jurado

3 years ago

Brightens skin while reducing hyperpigmentation.

Cheryl Blair

3 years ago

Blender works well with trenti

Amanda Mahoney

3 years ago

I love this product. Its like an added moisturizer that allows the retinol cream to spread evenly and keeps my skin hydrated!

Laura Mahoney

3 years ago

Great addition to my regimen. My brown spots are fading anf my face looks great.

Michelle McManus

3 years ago

Amazing!

Brian Thompson

3 years ago

Does what it says,just has a terrible smell

Jennifer Pipkin

3 years ago

Has worked to lifhten my freckles and brighten my skin.

Nathan LaFever

3 years ago

Quickly lightens my dark spots and evens my skin tone. Especially sun damage!

Heather Goodenow

3 years ago

This has been working to get rid of my darl spots

Kristie Beassie

3 years ago

This system works!

Joanne Francis

3 years ago

Love it

Annette Hendrix

3 years ago

Great product! I wasnt using this with my skin care. I added it and within in a few weeks sone of the dark spots on my face were nuch lighter. They are now gone!

Alicia Donovan

3 years ago

Amazing.

Gracy Garcia

3 years ago

Love itn

Karen Smilie

3 years ago

Easy to use! Easy to blend with othwr products for Great results

Tina Smith

4 years ago

Gift

Hannah Orlowski

4 years ago

I love the way this blender makes my face feel before I go to bed. I really feel like it has made a difference And the spots that I previously had on my face.

Jessica Fernandez

4 years ago

I have some pigmentation issues and this is doing a great job lightening them. I have sensitive skin and this doesnt bother it.

Debbie McCormick

4 years ago

My skin is looking so much better after using the Nu-Derm Blender along with the rest of the Nu-Derm products. Sun spots are fading and my skin looks smoother.

Casey Allen-Hyatt

4 years ago

I use this with my retinol. Works perfectly

Lily Lusty

4 years ago

Another product I cannot live without is the blender. It is great to use with the Retin-A at night to help it penetrate.

Cathy Obrien

4 years ago

Great results

Sheila Harris

4 years ago

Great product

Amanda Deinhart

4 years ago

I use the blender each night with trentinoin (retin-a) and love the results.

Rachel Gonzalez-Garza

4 years ago

works well with obagi kit to target stubborn blemish areas

Nicole Strohl

4 years ago

Works great!

Lori Chance-Snell

4 years ago

Love the blender!

Katherine Lucas

4 years ago

I mix this product w retina A at night, i love how its evening out my skin tone

KATHERINE DAYWALT

4 years ago

This is such a great product line!

Satanya Clarke

4 years ago

The best

Elizabeth Watkins

4 years ago

I’ve been using Blender for a few weeks now and I’m enjoying it. It is helping with my complexion. It smells a little funny but other than that love it!

Tracy Burke

4 years ago

I’m not sure if this does much, but I do notice more even skin tones.

Sandra Vázquez

4 years ago

Blender works good on that hyperpigmentation, it does have a scent that's not too pleasant, but the product works.

Savannah HUTTO

4 years ago

Great for fading those freckles!

Karla Mancilla

4 years ago

I had horrible pigmentation all over my face. This is the only product that was finally able to correct the problem!!! I absolutely love Obagi and recommend it to everyone!!! Thank you Obagi!!!

Raylynn McMaster

4 years ago

I love this product! works well with the while line.

Lori Smith

4 years ago

It leaves my skin without pimples and sun spots.

Jaclyn Zatezalo

4 years ago

Great for the chest! Amazing results so far afternoon 2 weeks using 1x at night!

Bobbie Hullender

4 years ago

Good to even skin tone

Megan Culbreth

4 years ago

I added the Obagi Blender to my night regimen and my results were incredible. Total game changer!

Jen Lee

4 years ago

I love mixing blender with Tret. Both just a pea size amount. My Melasma has changed dramatically!

Liberty Davidson

4 years ago

Great when used with Tretinol

Laura Tracey

4 years ago

Works well for hyperpigmentation!

Donna Lee

4 years ago

Takes a while to rub in with all that retin a, but worth it.

Rebecca Truhe

4 years ago

LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PRODUCT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE TRET!

Need to Know

Important Safety Information for Sunfader (contains 4% hydroquinone)

 

CONTRAINDICATIONS: People with prior history of sensitivity or allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients should not use it. The safety of topical hydroquinone use during pregnancy or in children (12 years and under) has not been established.


WARNINGS: Avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth, or lips. In case of accidental contact, patient should rinse eyes, nose, mouth, or lips with water and contact physician.
Sunscreen use is an essential aspect of hydroquinone therapy because even minimal sunlight exposure sustains melanocytic activity.
Contains sodium metabisulfite, a sulfite that may cause allergic-type reactions including anaphylactic symptoms and life-threatening or less severe asthmatic episodes in certain susceptible people. The overall prevalence of sulfite sensitivity in the general population is unknown and probably low. Sulfite sensitivity is seen more frequently in asthmatic than in nonasthmatic people.

 

Please see full Prescribing Information for Clear, Blender, Sunfader

 

 

Important Safety Information for Sunfader (contains 4% hydroquinone)

 

CONTRAINDICATIONS: People with prior history of sensitivity or allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients should not use it. The safety of topical hydroquinone use during pregnancy or in children (12 years and under) has not been established.


WARNINGS: Avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth, or lips. In case of accidental contact, patient should rinse eyes, nose, mouth, or lips with water and contact physician.
Sunscreen use is an essential aspect of hydroquinone therapy because even minimal sunlight exposure sustains melanocytic activity.
Contains sodium metabisulfite, a sulfite that may cause allergic-type reactions including anaphylactic symptoms and life-threatening or less severe asthmatic episodes in certain susceptible people. The overall prevalence of sulfite sensitivity in the general population is unknown and probably low. Sulfite sensitivity is seen more frequently in asthmatic than in nonasthmatic people.

 

Please see full Prescribing Information for Clear, Blender, Sunfader

 

PRECAUTIONS (ALSO SEE WARNINGS): Treatment should be limited to relatively small areas of the body at one time since some patients experience a transient skin reddening and a mild burning sensation, which does not preclude treatment.
Pregnancy Category C: Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with topical hydroquinone. It is also not known whether hydroquinone can cause fetal harm when used topically on a pregnant woman or affect reproductive capacity. It is not known to what degree, if any, topical hydroquinone is absorbed systemically. Topical hydroquinone should be used on pregnant women only when clearly indicated.

 

Nursing Mothers: It is not known whether topical hydroquinone is absorbed or excreted in human milk. Caution is advised when topical hydroquinone is used by a nursing mother.

 

Pediatric Usage: Safety and effectiveness in children below the age of 12 years have not been established.

 

Use of the product should be discontinued if hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients is noted.

Important Safety Information for Sunfader (contains 4% hydroquinone)

 

CONTRAINDICATIONS: People with prior history of sensitivity or allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients should not use it. The safety of topical hydroquinone use during pregnancy or in children (12 years and under) has not been established.


WARNINGS: Avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth, or lips. In case of accidental contact, patient should rinse eyes, nose, mouth, or lips with water and contact physician.
Sunscreen use is an essential aspect of hydroquinone therapy because even minimal sunlight exposure sustains melanocytic activity.
Contains sodium metabisulfite, a sulfite that may cause allergic-type reactions including anaphylactic symptoms and life-threatening or less severe asthmatic episodes in certain susceptible people. The overall prevalence of sulfite sensitivity in the general population is unknown and probably low. Sulfite sensitivity is seen more frequently in asthmatic than in nonasthmatic people.

 

Please see full Prescribing Information for Clear, Blender, Sunfader

 

 

How to Use

  • Use daily, in the evening.
  • Squeeze a small amount (approximately 1-2 pea-size drops) onto your hand.
  • Apply evenly to the entire face, or as directed by your skin care physician.
  • If no improvement is seen after three (3) months of treatment, use of this product should be discontinued.
  • For external use only
  • Sun exposure should be limited by using a sunscreen agent or protective clothing to cover skin when using and after using this product in order to prevent darkening from reoccurring.
  • Contains sodium metabisulfite, a sulfite that may cause allergic-type reactions, including anaphylactic symptoms and life-threatening or less severe asthmatic episodes in certain susceptible people. The overall prevalence of sulfite sensitivity in the general population is unknown and probably low. Sulfite sensitivity is seen more frequently in asthmatic than in non-asthmatic people.
  • Please click here for full Prescribing Information

The safety and effectiveness of the system has not been evaluated beyond 24 weeks. If there is no improvement after 12 weeks, please discontinue use of the system. See above for Important Safety Information.

*Subject used Obagi Nu-Derm with 0.025% tretinoin cream

  • Store at controlled room temperature: 15°–25°C (59°–77°F)
  • Keep out of direct sunlight
  • Use daily, in the evening.
  • Squeeze a small amount (approximately 1-2 pea-size drops) onto your hand.
  • Apply evenly to the entire face, or as directed by your skin care physician.
  • If no improvement is seen after three (3) months of treatment, use of this product should be discontinued.
  • For external use only
  • Sun exposure should be limited by using a sunscreen agent or protective clothing to cover skin when using and after using this product in order to prevent darkening from reoccurring.
  • Contains sodium metabisulfite, a sulfite that may cause allergic-type reactions, including anaphylactic symptoms and life-threatening or less severe asthmatic episodes in certain susceptible people. The overall prevalence of sulfite sensitivity in the general population is unknown and probably low. Sulfite sensitivity is seen more frequently in asthmatic than in non-asthmatic people.
  • Please click here for full Prescribing Information

The safety and effectiveness of the system has not been evaluated beyond 24 weeks. If there is no improvement after 12 weeks, please discontinue use of the system. See above for Important Safety Information.

*Subject used Obagi Nu-Derm with 0.025% tretinoin cream

  • Store at controlled room temperature: 15°–25°C (59°–77°F)
  • Keep out of direct sunlight

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