OBAGI - Nu-Derm® Toner

Alcohol-Free Toner to Balance and Hydrate Skin

Refresh, Restore, and Prepare Your Skin for Optimal Skincare Absorption

Obagi Nu-Derm® Toner is a dermatologist-developed, alcohol-free facial toner designed to gently rebalance the skin’s natural pH after cleansing while delivering a surge of hydration. Ideal for all skin types, this soothing formula prepares the skin for deeper absorption of active ingredients that follow in your skincare regimen. Formulated with natural botanical extracts such as witch hazel and aloe vera, it helps minimise the appearance of pores, calm irritation, and refine the complexion — leaving your skin feeling fresh, smooth, and perfectly primed.

What Makes It Unique

• Balances Skin After Cleansing
  Helps restore your skin’s optimal pH, improving the performance of serums and moisturisers applied afterward.
• Alcohol-Free, Non-Drying Formula
  Unlike traditional toners, this gentle blend hydrates and tones without stripping your skin or causing tightness.
• Soothes and Minimises Pores
  Enriched with natural astringents like witch hazel and calming agents like aloe, it visibly refines and soothes the skin.
• Boosts Overall Skin Clarity
  Daily use promotes a clearer, more even-looking complexion with less visible irritation or oil buildup.

How to Apply

After cleansing, apply the toner using a cotton pad and gently sweep across the face and neck. Use twice daily — morning and evening — for best results. Follow with your Obagi treatment products and moisturiser.

Expert tip: Apply immediately after cleansing and before your Obagi prescription treatments to enhance ingredient penetration and maintain skin harmony during brightening or anti-ageing routines.

Key Ingredients

• Witch Hazel — A natural astringent that helps tone and tighten the appearance of pores while soothing inflammation.
• Aloe Vera — Provides lightweight hydration and calming benefits, reducing redness and irritation.
• Sodium PCA — A skin-replenishing humectant that supports moisture retention and improves skin softness.

Who Should Use This

• Suitable for normal, dry, oily, and combination skin types
• Ideal for those using active treatments like retinoids or hydroquinone
• Beneficial for sensitive skin seeking a balancing, non-irritating toner
• Step 2 of the Obagi Nu-Derm System for targeted skin transformation

Important Notes

• Avoid contact with eyes.
• For external use only.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why use a toner as part of the Obagi Nu-Derm System?

The Nu-Derm Toner is Step 2 of the Obagi Nu-Derm System. After cleansing, it rebalances the skin’s pH and removes any remaining residue, ensuring that the active treatment products applied next — such as Clear, Blender, or Tretinoin — can penetrate more effectively.

Is this toner suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes — the alcohol-free formula with aloe vera and witch hazel is gentle enough for sensitive skin. It tones and balances without the drying or stinging effect of alcohol-based toners.

Can I use this toner without the rest of the Nu-Derm System?

Yes — it works well as a standalone daily toner for any skincare routine. It is particularly beneficial before applying serums or treatment products to improve absorption.

How is this different from alcohol-based toners?

Alcohol-based toners can strip the skin’s natural oils and disrupt the moisture barrier, causing dryness and irritation. Obagi Nu-Derm Toner is alcohol-free, so it balances and hydrates without these side effects.

Can I use this toner morning and night?

Yes — it is designed for twice-daily use, morning and evening, as part of your regular cleanse-tone-treat routine.