Obagi Exfoderm Forte is formulated for use on oily, thick, large pored, or rough skin. The product, Obagi Exfoderm Forte is a lotion containing alpha hydroxy acids in a unique soothing base to tone and smooth out your skin. Obagi Forte also helps in the removal of the outer layer of dead skin cells. Ingredients include: purified water, glycolic acid, triethanolamine, emulsifying wax nf, glycerine, lactic acid, caprylic/capric triglyceride, kalaya oil, stearic acid, methylparaben, cetyl alcohol, dimethicone, propylparaben and complex 272. Obagi Exfoderm Forte should ideally be applied on the skin before the application of the Nu-Derm Sun fader. Obagi Exfoderm is an exfoliating lotion that contains phytic acid, which is much gentler than AHAs. Generally Obagi sun block should be applied after the application of either Obagi Exfoderm or Obagi Exfoderm Forte. Restoring the health of your skin will not happen if you just treat the symptoms. To achieve and maintain your skins health, first, you must fix any underlying problems and start to stimulate the growth of new, healthy skin cells. If you believe you might have a medical condition, please contact your physician right away before using any of the Obagi product lines. Then, once you have decided to start your skin treatment, first you should use the Obagi Exfoderm or Exfoderm Forte and then apply the Obagi Sun fader on top of it. Obagi is one of the most recognized names in the skin care and health industry and now you can purchase these premium skin care products from the comfort of your own home and get it shipped right to your door, in complete privacy. Unlike most other traditional skin care products that only treat the problems that occur on the surface of your skin, when the Obagi line of products work at the cellular level.