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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February 24, 2007

Pros:

takes out the blackheads & dead skin

Cons:

works well for 2 weeks and the rest is just no help. not consistent

I've decided to use proactiv when i was 14 yrs. old, I told my dad to buy it for me because at the time I had layers of dead skin on my face, and i was released by my dermatologist. First, it was great, my skin looked clean, and pores looked smaller. So, I used it for about 8 months but within those months my skin was never completely clear. So, I stopped, then go back again, then stop, then go back, then one day my parents decided to give me Murad, which made my skin worse. So I went back to proactiv, but decided to go to a derma and I used Retin-A, and tetracycline. But didn't really help.So, i went back to using proactiv, but in the end it doesn't really help. It gave me a lot of cystic acne w/c i don't usually have! WHY DOES ACNE GETS WORSE AS I GET OLDER? I am now 19 years old. And my acne has never been worse like this! But, proactiv works well if you have a good diet, I've tried the perricone diet while using proactive and it made my skin better. but it's hard to stick to
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February 20, 2007

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I'm not very pleased with this product. I wanted to try it out, coz i wanna get rid of my acne, and i've tried almost everything. This was the last product i wanted to try, and its let me down. So i'm gonna try out some ayuverdic remedies for acne.

Cons:

It dried out my face alot.
Kind of felt like my skin was burning, and i got these brown marks on my face from it(like you get from sunburning)

It's defenetly not a product for sensetive skin, and i do recommend you speak to your doctor or dermatologist before using the product, its not good for everyone. Well wasnt good for me, and i have a very sensitive skin. I hate this product, because its made my skin worse, even though i'm using it right(according to the steps and usuage). I'm gonna return this product, and get my money back, and use something that doesn't cost so much, and isn't worth it after all.
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February 19, 2007

Pros:

It realy got most of my zits off my face and my face is smoother then before.

Cons:

your face can dry a little bit

when i used this product it actually worked but at first it dryed my skin ;x then later after by days i started seeing results on how my face started clearing up and i do recomend people using proactiv
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February 14, 2007

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This is the 2nd time ive started to use Proactiv. The product DOES WORK! I'm on week two and my face is so smooth and a lot clearer. It does tend to dry your face out quite a bit at first, but an oil free moisturizer helps keep it under control.

Cons:

-The bleaching of clothes and towels. Just make sure you wash your hands throroughly after applying!
-It seems expensive but a kit lasts for 3 months. And really if you're buying regular facial wash and acne creams you'd be spending the same amo

Proactiv works. You have to follow the routine though!
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February 12, 2007

Pros:

the bp product kind of works
the toner makes your skin look even

Cons:

the cleanser is horrible. it made me break out worse than before. when i was using all three products, the combination was so harsh my zits turned into scabs all over my chin and near my mouth.

The three products altogether are far too harsh. I have found that the bp and the refining mask are the only effective things they sell, and when using those the only thing that will even out the harsh effects and save you is AMAZING moisturizer. Even those are overpriced considering you can get the same items at a better price other places. Lame.
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February 7, 2007

Pros:

none

Cons:

proactive made my eyes swell, everybody thought I got beat up.

don't use it
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February 5, 2007

Pros:

-great product overall
-easy on the skin (redefines texture and rids blackheads)
-a smooth finish

Cons:

-skin gets dry/flaky on some areas
-bleaches towels, so I have to dry my skin creatively (toilet paper, which is a waste of paper)
-very costly; if you plan to be economical, I wouldn't recommend this product to you

I have seen commercial ads for Proactiv. I have obviously been convinced that "this product works wonders on your skin," which is very true! I have had great experience with it; after a week or so, I kept touching my skin b/c it felt so smooth to the touch, something that I hadn't felt on my face before. If you want a product that would clear up your face within a month, you must give Proactiv a try 'cause it really does improve your complexion. It's very hard on the bank, so plan on saving up to buy. Although it makes your skin become very dry in some places, that is easily prevented with the use of moisturizing lotions and such. I do not have to use a sunscreen in my case and was held under the impression that you did. But opinions don't go for everyone and likewise, you shouldn't take mine to heart b/c everyone's experiences are different. BOTTOM LINE: BUY PROACTIV TODAY (or unless you truly have sensitive skin) In response to recommendation: Yes ti
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February 4, 2007

Pros:

I am very pleased with how well pro-active works. I use the body wash on my face everyday in the summer and every other day in the winter with the moisturizer. My acne is 99 % better

Cons:

Can be somewhat drying if you don't moisturize.

I am very pleased with how well pro-activ works. I use the body wash on my face everyday in the summer and every other day in the winter with the moisturizer. My acne is 99 % better and it was severe enough to scar before. Its the only thing that really works for me. It initially seemed expensive so I spoke with a rep and bought only what I needed instead of a kit. It worked out to be a steal considering what I'd been spending on drug store stuff. I just ordered the makeup and am anxious to try it. Note- I only have to buy more about every six months so the total monthly cost is divided by 6.
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February 4, 2007

Pros:

It has gotten rid of a lot of the redness on my face. My skin tone is a lot more even and i have a lot less acne issues.

Cons:

I haven't noticed anything i dont like yet. It does make you dry but you have figure out how much is right for you. The only thing i'm kind of afraid of is that it might quit working because that's what i've heard from others.

I really like Proactiv. It's too bad that i couldn't of found it earlir. I had been messing around for years with different prescription stuff from a dermatoligist that was okay but it wasn't giving me the results i wanted. I am on doxycyclin too but it was still frustrating to look in the mirror and never be satisfied. With Proactiv looking in the mirror is a lot less stressful process. I really hope it keeps working and my skin continues to improve.
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February 4, 2007

Pros:

None

Cons:

Most everything

Proactiv broke out my face horribly. I kept using the product hoping it had to get worse before it got better, but it just kept getting worse. It may work for some people, but it did not work for me at all, it made my acne worse, gave me scars and rashes I had never had to deal with before. I stopped using Proactiv and my face continued to get worse. I have been off of it about a month, and have been using Neutrogena and my skin is just now clearing up. Beware of all the success stories, it may work for some, but the risk involved to test it is difficult.
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