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Sun Apr 11, 2004 10:06 am  |
| Im sure this has been asked before, but any opinions on facial sunscreen for oily, but sensitive skin would be appreciated. I use clinique city block spf 15 at the moment, but want something with higher spf for when the sun shines more! Most sunscreens break me out or leave me shiny, something that hubby could use too would be great? |
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Sun Apr 11, 2004 12:11 pm |
| I have exactly the same the problem, I ordered DDF spf30 organic sunblock from EDS about a month a go which I have been using daily, and for the first time in my life I can actually use a sunblock without reacting, hope this helps. |
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Sun Apr 11, 2004 3:20 pm |
| I will think about the ddf, you are not finding it to greasy? Like the idea of physical barrier rather than chemicals, just looking the one least oily! |
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drlee
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Joined: 11 Apr 2004
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Sun Apr 11, 2004 8:37 pm |
| Have you realized that there is a Clinique Super City Block with SPF25. I think the protection is quite adequate for outdoor activities and it's not oily as well. |
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Mon Apr 12, 2004 1:37 am |
| Although I like the clinique city block spf 15, it did seem to make my face shiny after a while, although its difficult to tell if it would be shiny anyway if i didnt wear it! Was just hoping there is a miracle product out there that would stop 'oilies' completely! |
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Mon Apr 12, 2004 8:44 am |
I tried the Clinique City Block spf15 as well, like you have described, it appeared shiny after a while, and it did feel greasy on my face right after application!.... also, as I recalled, it came with color (I would rather have the colorless one), however, even the light shade was too dark for me.
The best sunscreen I ever had was sofina very very, it's a Japanese brand, it has a SPF 24, it's extremely light and smooth, unlike the average lotion, it's milky like liquid... but I couldnt find any distributor carrying this here in the US..too bad! |
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Tue Apr 13, 2004 5:39 am |
| No greasiness with the ddf sunblock, I get a very matte finish and makeup goes on fine afterwards |
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Tue Apr 13, 2004 5:55 am |
| I think I like the sound of the ddf, will probably purchase some soon, along with a sample (hopefully!) of the cell-cosmet eye cream! My oily skin is improving very slightly, but need something to improve the fine lines around my eyes, and as I never really suffer with puffiness or dark circles, this one seems to be recommended? |
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Mon Jul 12, 2004 7:21 am |
Hi Lee. I'd appreciate greatly if you could tell about the results with DDF. I have exactly the same skin condition as you do and I'm having problems with which brand of suncreen SPF30 to use.  |
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Tue Jul 13, 2004 1:56 am |
| I really liked the ddf, i smoothed it over damp skin and applied makeup over the top after 15 mins. i have naturally oily skin anyway so will get some shine whatever, but i certainly dont think the ddf made it anyworse. best of all ...no irritation either which i get with chemical sunscreens. i also felt it kept my skin a little cooler, which is a benefit of physical sunscreens. hope this helps! |
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Tue Jul 13, 2004 2:59 am |
Lee,
I have been searching for a sunscreen for oily /acne prone skin that will not show my sometime - flakes. I live in Japan so it's a big deal for me to have them shipped over and then find out they don't work. I've read some of the reviews on this and other websites about various sunscreens. Personally, I spend so much money and effort on my skincare that I don't want to add another layer to my face that will take away from what I've acheived.
One of the problems with the physical blockers that I've read is that they leave a white cast on the skin. From what I've read about and since learned, the Japanese sunscreens are far superior to many others in terms of texture and UV protection. Every one I've tried here has been amazing, they just dissolve into the skin and you really don't feel like you are wearing anything.
I've been using the Anessa SPF 43 PA+++ for Sensitive skin and it's amazing. At the end of the day, I have no oil on my skin and it looks just like it did in the morning. I don't even need to wear foundation anymore. I've also read that the Shiseido SPF50 PA+++ is similar in feel to this one and can be easily found in Canada / US. The Japanese rating system has a PA rating in addition to the SPF. This refers to the UVA protection: + being the lowest and +++ being the highest.
bbiz, Here is a link where you can find the sofina in the US.
http://www.beautiful4u.com/search.asp?catId=0&brandid=417&as_q=
Here are links to two sites selling Shiseido, both the Japanese one and the US ones. I also have the ingredient list in you need it.
http://www.beautiful4u.com/productdetail.asp?productid=1864cbx27039.html
http://websun01.sasa.com/sasa/application/commercewf?origin=searchbox.jsp&event=link(sasaSearch) |
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Tue Jul 13, 2004 3:59 am |
I use Shiseido SPF50 PA+++. I have a brown combo skin and I use the lotion sunscreen instead of the cream.
It has a very light texture, feels great, not greasy at all and it sinks quite good in the skin, leaves the skin mat. And It smells delicious! 
Medusa |
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Tue Jul 13, 2004 10:39 am |
| I have the DDF Organic Sunblock Spf30 and i do have the same skin type as Lee. It leaves my skin a bit greasy few hrs later eventhough i use a small amount. I think that Shiseido SPF50 PA+++ is calling me. |
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Tue Jul 13, 2004 12:10 pm |
I'll have to second Medusa's post. I have used Shiseido sunscreens forever. In my opinion, they are the best around. They don't even feel like sunscreens. I use Extra Smooth SPF33 lotion everyday.
Amy |
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Tue Jul 13, 2004 2:59 pm |
| Sofina UV cut milk Extra sunblock SPF50PA+++ is SUPER! |
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Tue Jul 13, 2004 6:27 pm |
i also heard great things about ddf sun gel, it'a designed especially for acne-prone oily skin and my friend who bought it swears by it.
i could not believe how cheap it was in comparison to all the other brands - $29cdn is not bad at all!! |
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Wed Jul 14, 2004 12:58 am |
I read the DDF Sun Gel contains alcohol, which can be very drying for skin.  |
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Wed Jul 14, 2004 1:06 am |
| Can someone tell me the ingredients in the shiseido spfs? Trouble is I have tried some lovely chemical based spfs with a lovely texture etc, but they irritate at the end of the day and often contain fragrance. The irritation then causes my skin to get warm and gets shiny as a result. With the ddf, I did have some shine, but at least no irritation, and when I removed it, my skin felt smooth and not bumpy as with others. |
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Wed Jul 14, 2004 2:51 am |
The first one contains physical blockers only, but I believe all of them are for sensitive skin. There is another, an SPF 50 PA+++ for faces only, but I couldn't find the ingredients. I know when I use the first one, my freckles don't even pop out - a real first!
Here's the list for Anessa SPF43 PA+++ for Sensitive skin
WATER, CYCLOMETHICONE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, DIMETHICONE, CETYL OCTANOATE,
DIMETHICONE COPOLYOL, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, METHYL GLUCETH-10,
TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE,SORBITAN SESQUIISOSTEARATE, QUATERNIUM-18
HECTORITE, SQUALANE, GLUTATHIONE,DIPOTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE,
THIOTAURINE, ZINC MYRISTATE, POTENTILLA ERECTA ROOT EXTRACT, SOPHORA
JAPONICA ROOT EXTRACT, DEXTRIN PALMITATE, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE,
ALUMINUM DISTEARATE, ACRYLATES/DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER, TRISODIUM EDTA,
SILICA,TALC, ISOSTEARIC ACID, PHENOXYETHANOL, METHYLPARABEN, ZINC
OXIDE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE,IRON OXIDES
Active sunscreen ingredients are: ZINC OXIDE and TITANIUM DIOXIDE
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Shiseido SPF 55 PA +++
Active:
Octinoxate 7.4%
Zinc oxide 13.9%
Inactive:
water, cyclomethicone, butylene glycol, dimethicone, polymethyl methacrylate, dimethicone copolyol, plybutylene glycol copolymer, disteardimium hectorite, trimethylsiloxsylicate, dextrin palmitate, glycerin, hydrogenated c6-14 olefin polymers, xylitol, methyl gluceth-10, glutathione, sodium glutamate, zinc myristate, dipotassium glycyrrhizate, thiotaurine, scutellaria baicalensis extract, ononis spinosa root extract, ectoin, cyclopentasiloxane, acrylates/dimethicone copolymer, isostearic acid, aluminum hydroxide, stearic acid, trisodium EDTA, silica, alcohol, bht, phenoxyethanol, methylparaben, ethylparaben, fragrance, titanium dioxide
Here is link to a message board where they reviewed various sunscreens and everything else under the sun. Lots of good info here.
http://www.makeupalley.com/product/searching.asp?x=y&CategoryID=22&brandname=&brand=376&title=&searchWhere=0&GO.x=8&GO.y=9
Sorry it's so long,
Colleen |
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Wed Jul 14, 2004 3:43 am |
| Thanks for that! Will look into those, not sure where to purchase in the UK though. If I could find something a little less oily then that would be great. |
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Wed Jul 14, 2004 3:56 am |
I did a quick search and here's a link that ships to the UK.
http://secure.strawberrynet.com/goto.asp?id=27039
The regular Shiseido sunscreen (the non-anessa one) should be sold at any Shiseido counter at the department store. Even in Japan they have them with the English labels! I think they've revamped their line because when you go to their website (shiseido.co.jp) the products are the same for every country. |
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Wed Jul 14, 2004 6:05 am |
| Another question! You have used the Anessa spf 43? I need the least oiliest, and its just as easy to ask you rather than go through all the ingredients etc (sorry!) and ask your opnion. |
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Wed Jul 14, 2004 6:20 am |
I use the Anessa SPF 43 for sensitive skin. I'd say this is a very matte finish. The others are what the japanese call "milk" which is a white fluid / lotion texture. I'd say the Anessa is more matte than the others - I have no oil on my face at the end of the day.
Hope this helps! I'm feeling bad for everyone else having to read these long-winded replies!
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Wed Jul 14, 2004 6:23 am |
I've just ordered the DDF sunscreen.
But now that I'm reading about Sofina and Shiseido, I think I may end up with 8 tubes of sunscreen in my bathroom.  |
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Wed Jul 14, 2004 6:28 am |
It's funny how we go crazy trying to find skincare products that will improve the texture and appearance of our skin, and they we go an slather on a greasy sunscreen! Some things are fine for the beach, but not necessarily for everyday use.
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