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.

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April 7, 2008

Pros:

Consistent results, leaves skin feeling smooth, doesn't dry my skin.

Cons:

Takes your skin a while to adjust when you first begin using the product. You have to give it a fair chance and use diligently.

I started using Proactiv over a year ago. As recommended by the manufacturer I started by using it only once a day to acclimate my skin to it and prevent over drying. After a few weeks I went up to twice a day. It took a few weeks for my skin to adjust to the product but now I love it and wouldn't go without it. In my opinion the majority of the negative reviews are probably from people who started using it too often, or didn't use it long enough to give it a chance.
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March 24, 2008

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I'm 30 yrs. and a year after having my 3rd baby my skin went crazy with acne. I tryed only proactive so far and have been using it for about 5 months. I used ivory soap for years before and only had a break out vary little, untill last fall.

Cons:

The first week I used I had a little burning feeling but no dammage was done to my skin. My acne has almost cleared up, it just makes my acne more manageable, nobody has perfect skin.I use the cleanser 3 times a day and reparing lotion at night.

Proactive has worked for me, it helps me manage my skin and any driness I get from the cleanser, the reparing lotion at night repaires it. I am hopeful that it will clear up the little bit of acne I have left.
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February 18, 2008

Pros:

Smooth skin, pores smaller, clears up skin pretty well

Cons:

dryness unless moisturizer is used.

I have used this product for 3 months and I have seen changes for the better. I used to have small bumps on my forehead and red spots on my chin, and blackheads on my nose. As for my cheeks they were fine, but the rest of me was a mess! The white bumps on my forhead are gone, as well as the blackheads on my nose. Unfortunately my chin has been a problem area, most of the red spots are gone but I really have wanted a even skin tone, and my chin isn't really that. And although this sounds strange right when I'm about to have nice skin even on my chin, I'll have a little pimple come and mess everything up. You HAVE to follow the instructions they give you though, ABSOLUTELY crucial. Cleanser, Toner, Repairing Lotion, then Moisturizer. Use the Refining Mask 2 times a week if you have more sensitive skin (like me) or 3 times a week if you have normal skin. Use the Refining Mask after the cleanser and then follow with the Toner, Repairing Lotion, and Moisturizer.
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February 7, 2008

Pros:

Cleared my skin within a month of extremely painful breakouts

Cons:

can dry out your skin, if you are sensitive use bottles 2&3 only once a day
If you are a tanner, use sun screen to protect

I have never been happier with the look and feel of my skin, I never wear makeup and get alot of complements on my complection
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February 5, 2008

Pros:

Works well, I love the Toner and Repairing Lotion, but I had to ignore their instructions and use it only once a day. I don't breakout as often as before.

Cons:

Burns and dries skin if used twice a day as recommended. Very expensive.

I'll keep using it once a day until I find something better. I think it's worth to give a try.
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February 1, 2008

Pros:

Has really cleared up my mild acne. I only use the repairing lotion occasionally, usually during hormonal times! Toner is refreshing and skin feels so smooth and glows.

Cons:

I buy it on Ebay because I don't want to get roped into a buying contract type thing. Moisturizer did make me break out, I am going to try the green tea one.

Really like it, does well on my skin.
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January 29, 2008

Pros:

easy to use, completely cleared my skin

Cons:

none really...

this product began working pretty soon after i started using it (about 4 months ago) and my skin has gotten progressively better since. i didnt have severe acne, but my occasional breakouts and whiteheads have completely stopped. the 3 step system is great, but you do need an additional lotion to keep skin from drying out. people who said it burned and their skin got too dry should just use it less often. i use the cleanser and toner every morning and night and then the refining lotion only at night and sometimes every other night. their green tea lotion is great and soothing, but i find any light, oil free face lotion works well with it. also, it lasts a really long time. i only purchase the cleanser and toner every 2 months or so and the refining lotion lasts even longer..more like 3 months. if possible buy it at a mall kiosk or something so you can get the products individually. i would definitely recommend this product.
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January 29, 2008

Pros:

It reduced the amount of acne. It helped just generally give me less break outs. Your face feels really good after you use it.

Cons:

I have acne scarring that did not improve at all.
It does not eliminate ALL acne just a decent amount.

I have very sensitive skin and it bothered my skin for the first one or two times using this product. Then after some time the acne got alot better. However; you can not stop using it because the acne will come back.
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January 28, 2008

Pros:

Wonderful product! No more surprise breakouts when you wake up. Used consistantly keeps acne at bay. Refining mask is great for on the spot issues!

Cons:

Can be drying. It is important to use a moisturizer after the skin repairing lotion. I thought that was the lotion as well until my face started peeling! Pro Activ has an oil-free, and a green tea lotion for everday use that works well with the 3

Great Product!
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December 20, 2007

Pros:

I've only had it for two days and my face feels great, fresh, clean, smooth and soft. I haven't been using it long enough to know if it works on acne yet but it seems good so far. I haven't had any reactions, hasn't made my skin itchy, red, or flaky.

Cons:

Too expensive, $70 here. I think it would be better and easier if it were sold in shops for like $35 at the most.

It is a leading name in acne control and it makes your face feel beautiful. After only 2 days of using it my skin lookers healthier and younger, fresh and clean.
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