Proactiv Solution : Acne Treatment System

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Renewing Cleanser Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%). Inactive Ingredients: Water (aqua), magnesium aluminum silicate, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, sorbitol, dimethyl isosorbide, disodium PEG-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate, tridecyl stearate, neopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, polyethylene, cetyl esters, anthemis nobilis flower extract, sodium hyaluronate, sodium PCA, xanthan gum, tridecyl trimellitate, propylene glycol, Imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum). Revitalizing Toner Water (aqua), glycolic acid, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) extract, anthemis nobilis flower extract, rosa canina fruit extract, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, sodium PCA, panthenol, glycerin, propylene glycol, allantoin, polysorbate 20, hydroxyethylcellulose, sodium hydroxide, benzophenone-4, tetrasodium EDTA, imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum), blue 1 (CI 42090), yellow 5 (CI 19140). Repairing Treatment Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%). Inactive Ingredients: Water (aqua), ethoxydiglycol, cyclotetrasiloxane, cyclopentasiloxane, cetearyl alcohol, propylene glycol, dimethicone, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, panthenol, allantoin, xanthan gum, ceteareth-20, carbomer, triethanolamine, diazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum).

Items marked with red have tested a 3 or above (out of 5) in comedogenic (pore-clogging) testing.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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May 12, 2009

Pros:

None

Cons:

Does not work. The acne on my forehead got better, but I started to get big pimples on my chin and the lower part of my face. :(

With anything you purchase their is a chance that it may or may not work, so if you are reading these reviews and don't know if you should purchase it...try Proactive for yourself and you deceide whether or not it is a good product.
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May 12, 2009

Pros:

It has cleared my acne and is'nt as expensive as people say

Cons:

the process to apply takes too long

This is a very good product it does take too long to apply and if you stop using it your acne comes back. But it sates that it is NOT A CURE FOR ACNE so i did expect that.
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May 12, 2009

Pros:

NONE

Cons:

NEVER ORDER THIS PRODUCT - I CANCELLED IN AUGUSTOF 2008 - STILL FIGHTING FOR REFUNDS AFTER CANCELLING CREDIT CARD! ps their customer service SUCKS!

I cancelled credit card after they continue to charge me a YEAR AND A HALF after I cancelled the order. No refund and I need to tell you that this product will irratate you skin. My dermatoglogist said so. DO NOT ORDER - EVER!!! because you cannot ever cancel!! Not kidding!
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May 12, 2009

Pros:

- Skin is smoother than before.
- Blemishes clear up quicker than before Proactiv.

Cons:

- Still get frequent blemishes.
- Dries skin out and bleaches fabrics.
- Must be used twice per day.

I have been using Proactiv for about 6 weeks. I've seen noticeable improvement in my skin, but still get frequent blemishes. However, the blemishes that I get have gone away quickly due to the system. Within the first week using Proactiv, my skin dried out and began to flake. However, this has been remedied by using the Repairing Lotion only at night. I use a Neutrogena Sensitive Skin moisturizer in the morning. I will continue using the system for now, since I definitely have seen an improvement overall. I recommend trying Proactiv for at least 6-8 weeks... if you don't see an improvement, then this isn't for you. It's worth a try, though!
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May 11, 2009

Pros:

proactive works at first.but if u use it too long,like 2 years,yur skin becomes immune and starts breaking out.it doesnt cure acne but it clears up what u already have.

Cons:

bleaches yur skin.if u stop using it, yur skin will be worse than before u started

i recommend it
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May 11, 2009

Pros:

Leaves your skin feeling soft.

Cons:

Stops working after 3 months.

Fails in the end.
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May 11, 2009

Pros:

Got rid of my acne!

Cons:

Expensive

I love this stuff, I started using it in October 2008 and it took about a month to get full results. At this point I have had pretty much clear skin, may get a pimple or so when I am on my period but that is all! I don't use all of the steps of the system consistently. I use the cleanser twice a day and the other steps I do either once or twice a week. I think the cleanser is the best part of it.. As for moisturizer, I don't use the proactiv one any more, waaay too expensive. I go between a neutrogena oil free or the estee lauder day wear <<my fave.
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May 10, 2009

Pros:

clears skin amazingly!

Cons:

.... none

after my first wash my skin was already looking better - less inflamed, clearer and it even felt smoother, my friends were commenting on my skin and everything. by the second day i couldn't stop smiling ! :)proactive is my miracle!!!! i <3 this stuff!!!
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May 9, 2009

Pros:

Reduces inflammation
Somewhat clears whiteheads

Cons:

Dries out skin
Ineffective on blackheads
Acne comes back once you stop using it

In my opinion Proactiv is just too expensive. The quality of the product is not the greatest, and it sucks all the moisture out of your skin, leaving it flaky and dry. Using the toner can be very painful if you dab it on an open pimple. Also, if you don't use Proactiv every single day you will not see results. Then, you must continue to use it or your pimples will come back. It also bleaches towels and clothes so be careful. I'm sure there is a more effective and less expensive acne treatment out there.
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May 8, 2009

Pros:

Seems to work on surface conditions.

Cons:

Does not work deep into the skin.

My concern involves Proactiv's business practices. My daughter bought Proactiv Solutions and arranged to return her third purchase (got a Return Authorization Number), I mailed it back and they continued to invoice the full amount. I called and finally got them to agree the product had been returned under the RA, but they claimed it was returned late. The late charges and restocking fee exactly equalled the original invoice amount which I told them was ridiculous and would not be paid, so she was turned over for collections. Whether the products are good, bad or whatever, this is not a company I would recommend anyone to do business with.
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