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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September 24, 2012

Pros:

lots of different products leaves face feeling fresh rite after you wash your face

Cons:

dries up the sking ,irritating if left on too long, makes your face break out worse than before i tried product

does NOT work.
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August 18, 2012

Pros:

Results after 60 days

Cons:

Dries your face

It works wonders for me because I have oily skin. Not only did my acne go away but my face isn't shiny all day long. If you have dry skin proactive is good but use a heavy moisturizer
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August 8, 2012

Pros:

Cleared my skin FAST when NOTHING else worked!!!!

Cons:

Can be pricey if you buy a lot of the products...luckily for me...I didn't need the whole system...

This review is for the Proactiv face wash (renewing cleanser) and the refining mask ONLY. I'm 30 years old, and about 8 months ago my skin started breaking out like CRAZY. I suddently had tons of little white heads all over my forehead and cheeks and painful, large red pimples around my mouth and chin. I had gone on, and off, and on birth control, and I assumed that was what was causing my sudden break out. But after several months, of being back on the pill, it hadn't gotten better. I tried Dan's system...didn't work, I went to the dermotologist and he put me on Bactrim and Rentin A Micro...which made my acne SO much worse. I also tried several home remedies, none of which seemed to make much of a difference. Then, I remembered Proactiv. I had used it when I was in highschool with much success, and I remembered that in hs I mainly only used the face wash. Since my acne was so bad, I thought it might be worth it to buy the whole system. After about 2 days of using the whole system, I decided to try only using the face wash because my skin was becoming a bit irritated and I felt like the constant application of benzoyl peroxide was making things worse. Within just a few days of using just the face wash, I noticed a HUGE difference. About a month and a half later, my skin is COMPLETLY clear and I only have 2 flat red marks that are hardly visible. Here is my routine... I use make up removing wipes every evening (Target brand), then I use the Proactiv face wash. I use just a little bit and work it all over my face very gently. After I rinse, I use Neutrogena oil free moisturizer for sensitive skin (LOVE this stuff), and I use the Proactive refining mask for spot treatment. In the morning, I use just the face wash and the moisturizer. This routine (along with cutting back on all the chocolate I love to eat) has saved my skin!
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August 3, 2012

Pros:

no

Cons:

even more break outs, costly, made my skin look even rough

never eva buy this product
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July 29, 2012

Pros:

nothing.

Cons:

Expensive. It said on-line "Great for all skin" which was great since I have somewhat sensitive skin. so after I put it on once my entire face started to burn and turn unbearable itchy my face turned blood red. I had to take allergy drowsy medicine because my reaction was so bad I couldn't stay awake. lasted for weeks, Worst product ever.Horrible, horrible, horrible. Also always a hassle to send it back or problems with them sending you more and charging you without you ordering it!

It isn't worth-it. Just because they hire big actors or famous people to say on tv how "great" their product is doesn't make it so. Their being PAID to say they use their product and it's so great. In reality I doubt any of them actually use it. Also if people want something to clear their face there are tons of 3 steps products consisting of facial wash, scrub and cleanser in stores, cheaper, easier access and works better. For example, I use the brand "Simple" and my face is perfectly clear, and Simple is so gentle on your skin. wayyyy better. and cheaper! no hassle.
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July 27, 2012

Pros:

none

Cons:

doesn't do anything to help acne just made face really dry after washing and then greasy later on in the day they also trick you if you order offline and charge you every month and send you new kit even when you didn't order it I ordered it 2 years ago and they still call and hassle me about reordering

does not work
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July 12, 2012

Pros:

None

Cons:

Does not work
Rude Customer Service

My son tried this system for 4 months. There was no change in 4 months actually got worse. Cancelled order and still got billed for 2 months. People at customer service were rude and no help at all. Product made sons skin red and irritated. Will bleach any fabric it comes into contact with.
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May 14, 2012

Pros:

Refining mask is very good
Toner contains which hazel
Fast acting
It does clear blemishes

Cons:

Dries out skin
Slightly over rated
Not for severe acne

Pro Activ is overall a very good product. I suffer constant break outs and pro activ is the only over the counter product that cleared them and cleared them fast. Pro activ now offer a "sensitive pack" which includes a deep cleansing body wash instead of a cleanser. The deep wash contains salicylic acid which is a bit more gentle on your face. My skin was very dry in the first 2 weeks. I just stopped wearing the repairing lotion during the day every 2nd day and and topped up on the moisturizer. If you suffer severe acne I believe topical treatments probably aren't the way to go and maybe a visit to a dermatologist is in order otherwise I would recommended pro activ to anyone with mild and moderate acne and who can afford to continue using this product.
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April 28, 2012

Pros:

Makes skin very soft

Cons:

Dries out skin
Causes irritation
Stings even after you wash everything off
Made my skin crazy red
Expensive
Made my skin feel really tight
Only works for about two months, then just stops and eventually gets a lot worse

For the love of god don't buy this stuff! It really is a scam. Even after you cancel your order they just keep on charging you. The commercials where people are all like "oh it's so wonderful" are such BS. Straight up, just don't buy it.
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April 11, 2012

Pros:

Rejuvinating lotion adds moisture to stripped skin.

Cons:

Expensive

Found this product to be a waste of time and money. I'm 50 and suffered most of my life with mild-moderate acne.
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