Anyone Buy Obagi Online?
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Sat Apr 04, 2009 4:46 pm

I went for a skin care consult at a plastic surgeon's office and the quote for a Obagi NuDerm kit with Retin A was $419. The Retin A sells for $38 alone. I searched online to see if that price was reasonable and I came across ObagiSale and the Obagi kits were 25% off (in honor of their name change to TrueBeauty) - the most expensive kit was $287.

I would be totally new to Obagi NuDerm - should I use the system only under a doctor's supervision or is it okay to buy from ObagiSale? Does ObagiSale have good customer service? Will they help me set up a routine and will they help if you experience problems?

Thanks in advance. I am so excited to try Obagi.

Jill

free skin care · Sat Apr 04, 2009 6:33 pm

I just purchased some replacement Obagi NuDerm from EDS. With my discount, I couldn't find any place -either online or in an office that could beat EDS prices. I have a friend who gets her NuDerm products from ObagiSale and likes them. As long as you know what products you want, I would compare EDS with ObagiSale and go with whichever is cheaper.

free skin care · Sat Apr 04, 2009 8:47 pm

Hi. I bought my Obagi from EDS and got the Tazorac from my dermatologist. I'm very happy with EDS's service.

Sat Apr 04, 2009 10:11 pm

Thanks - I checked out the Obagi kits on EDS and the one with six pieces is cheaper than ObagiSale. I can't figure out why the seven piece is so much more expensive - it only has the sunscreen as the seventh piece, instructions and a travel bag.

c4ward - which kit did you get?

Thanks.

Jill

free skin care · Sun Apr 05, 2009 8:00 am

I think the travel size is a little smaller than the regular size. I got the products individually, because I'm not using Sunfader #6. I'm thinking if I like the program (which I certainly do so far) I'll get the travel kit for airplane rides, ect. Just a note, it really is amazing how little of the product you need per application. I'd imagine everything will last for at least 3 months. The Toner #2 and Clear #3 go the fastest, since you use them every application. Keep us posted!

Sun Apr 05, 2009 9:08 am

Thanks c4ward for the information. I watched the Obagi DVD and it was amazing - I can't wait to start. I'll probably buy from EDS because they have some good prices on the kits.

How are you doing on Obagi?

Jill

free skin care · Sun Apr 05, 2009 9:28 am

Hi Jill. I'm red and peely. It actually was a bit more than I expected so fast. Jadereneabby(from EDS) started two weeks ago and already has seen results which is exciting and inspirational.I was afraid what my boss might say, but turns out , his wife does/did Obagi Nu Derm. Her skin is luminous! Really lovely. It's nice having others going through a similar experience close together. We all can encourage eachother on the really red, peely days! Very Happy

I look forward to talking to you during our process! Coleen

free skin care · Mon Apr 06, 2009 8:24 am

I don't think you can find any other places which are better than EDS for OBAGI nu-cerm. I am on the second set of Obagi. At the first time, I was suggested to use Obagi by Obagi sales team in the UK after fraxel treatment without Treintion A. I did not suffer anything at all, excepting much improved skin. I started using the second set with Treintion this time, given by my demetologist. I am completely red and peeling now. It has been three weeks and I don't really know whether I can stay for this for long as it is not comfortable.

Mon Apr 06, 2009 9:17 am

Thanks ximing - I think I will order from EDS. I hope your peeling stops soon!

Mon Apr 06, 2009 9:20 am

Hi Colleen,

I'm glad that your boss' wife had such good results on Obagi. I know you said you bought your Obagi products individually - which ones did you get?

Jill

free skin care · Mon Apr 06, 2009 12:18 pm

Hi Jill. I got everything except #6 Sunfader. So I got #1 Cleanser, #2 Toner, #3 Clear,
#4 Exfoderm, and #5 Blender. I plan on getting #6 Sunfader next month. Coleen

Mon Apr 06, 2009 2:54 pm

I finally did it!!! I ordered an Obagi NuDerm kit from EDS. I got the six piece kit - I think it has everything but the sunscreen. I called Customer Service this morning and she said that I could use any good high SPF sunscreen with Obagi.

Colleen, What sunscreen do you use?

Is there any particular brand that I should be using?

This is my very first time ordering from EDS and I think their customer service is fantastic. The prices are great.

Jill

free skin care · Mon Apr 06, 2009 3:46 pm

Congratulations, I'm so excited for you! I use La Roche Posay Anthelios. I ordered 2 before starting on the Obagi, so I have to finish it up before ordering Obagi Sunfader #6. The people at EDS are very nice ,& it's fun to get the free samples!

free skin care · Mon Apr 06, 2009 7:25 pm

c4ward wrote:

Hi. I bought my Obagi from EDS and got the Tazorac from my dermatologist. I'm very happy with EDS's service.

What's the difference between Tazorac and Retin A? I am about to order my Retin A from AllDayChemist and they happen to have Tazorac so I am wondering if I should use it instead of Retin A.

free skin care · Mon Apr 06, 2009 9:35 pm

Hi ESSQ.
I'm not sure what the difference is. I do think the program was set up to be used with Retin A,so that would be my first choice .I still had more than half a tube of Tazorac left when I started Obagi. I've had the same red and peeling that the Retin A users have. Good luck!

free skin care · Mon Apr 06, 2009 11:38 pm

I used to order Obagi products that don't contain "actives" from eBay. This includes the cleanser, toner, and sunscreen. I don't recommend Obagi sunscreens though. They don't offer much protection, esp. not enough if you're using Retin-A.

free skin care · Fri Apr 10, 2009 3:48 am

I bought my Obagi from EDS and never consulted any dermatologist, just followed the instructions on its website. I am very satisfied with the result!

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