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Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: coxl24 on May 04, 2023, 01:09:53 PM

Title: Oestrogel and holidays
Post by: coxl24 on May 04, 2023, 01:09:53 PM

I'm sorry if this seems really trivial, but I cannot find the answer anywhere.  I have just started taking Oestrogel and am going on holiday next month.  Will the effectiveness of the gel be impacted by me wearing suncream on top of it or going swimming?

Title: Re: Oestrogel and holidays
Post by: Suziemc on May 04, 2023, 09:39:06 PM

Hi

I'd read to wait an hour before applying sunscreen but now I can't find where I read it! I've just had a quick look and have found this info on the Besins Australia site; in the FAQ section of the product called Estrogel Pro. I'd have thought the same applied to all of their transdermal gels:

CAN YOU WASH YOUR SKIN AFTER
APPLYING ESTROGEL?
Generally speaking, you should wait until one hour
after application before washing your skin, applying
other skin care products or being in close contact
with your partner.
Skin products such as moisturisers and sunscreens
can be applied 1 hour after application of Estrogel.
This is also when skin can be washed or immersed
in water (e.g. bathing or swimming).

Title: Re: Oestrogel and holidays
Post by: coxl24 on May 05, 2023, 10:19:09 AM

Brilliant, Suziemc.  Thanks very much for that. :)