For those using hydroquinone (like Obagi) what ss do you use
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Mon Jul 04, 2011 11:50 am

I may try Obagi again but do not want the melasma to come right back because I am using the wrong type of ss...

What ss do you use with hydorquinone products?

free skin care · Tue Jul 05, 2011 2:21 am

Most of use who have used Obagi or on maintenance prefer a physical SS over a chemical. I'm using Devita or Burnout. Both contain 19% zinc and so far have been great for me in keeping my pigmentation under control

free skin care · Tue Jul 05, 2011 1:41 pm

Hi tried to post a reply to you yesterday but posted it in the wrong thread Embarassed

I'm using obagi at the moment and I didn't like the obagi spf35, I'm using the sunshield spf50 which I love but it's both physical and chemical, I didn't have much luck with NIA24 but there are others that really like it. I want to try devita, burnout and soleo.

I've noticed that most people using obagi prefer to stick to physical ss, Devita, Burnout, NIA24 are firm faves.

If you haven't already, you may want to check out the following threads, I found them very informative:

http://www.essentialdayspa.com/forum/viewthread.php?tid=5849&start=0

http://www.essentialdayspa.com/forum/viewtopic.php?tid=38705

http://www.essentialdayspa.com/forum/viewtopic.php?tid=31436

http://www.essentialdayspa.com/forum/viewtopic.php?tid=6786

http://www.essentialdayspa.com/forum/viewtopic.php?tid=35450

Wed Jul 06, 2011 7:40 am

Does anyone know of any that are available in the uk with a high zinc content
Help appreciated Smile

free skin care · Wed Jul 06, 2011 12:08 pm

Nadia91 wrote:

Does anyone know of any that are available in the uk with a high zinc content
Help appreciated Smile

Soleo organic ss spf30 22.3% zinc (no titanium or chemicals)

http://www.soleoorganics.com/our-products/soleo-organics.html

UK distributor:

http://www.thegreenstop.co.uk/soleo-organics-14-c.asp

Phone: 07591 612231

Email: info@thegreenstop.co.uk

free skin care · Wed Jul 06, 2011 12:53 pm

Here are landline numbers for the soleo

Tel 0844 879 3580 or 01457 866211

free skin care · Thu Jul 07, 2011 6:00 am

I just use Obagi Rosaclear SPF 30 sunblock with 15.5% zinc and 2% titanium dioxide. It has a slight tint, goes on matt and covers redness well.

Thu Jul 07, 2011 9:26 am

Thanks everyone for your response.

I am currently using Burnout Clean and clear - I love that is mattifying but can leave a little bit of a whitecast.

Can someone explain the texture difference between Devita and Burnout? Is there any white cast with Devita? Is it thick like Burnout? How is it under makeup? Greasy or Matte?

Also, do you reapply during the day on days when you are just going to the office? I only apply in the morning and go. Wonder if thats another problem for me or do you think its necessary to have to reapply unless you plan to be out in the sun for longer periods?

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