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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August 10, 2009

Pros:

Smoother skin...makes acne go away faster

Cons:

none for me so far

I LOVE Proactive!!! My sister gave me what she had left of hers because I was breaking out REALLY bad. I was skeptical but I tried it...My skin feels so smooth and my acne IS going away. After the first 2 days,I could already notice the pimples getting smaller,the redness was going away and they didn't hurt as bad. I stopped using it for a while and my acne started coming back along my chin (where I ALWAYS get them),my birthday is coming up in a few days and I wanted to look good so I started using it once again...It's been about a week now and it's no longer noticeable. I have no problems with this product like the others. My skin has not dried out and I've never had any problems with it "ruining my clothes" I WOULD recommend this product...and I have :)
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August 10, 2009

Pros:

None.

Cons:

It dries out your skin like crazy and it forms more pimples.

I used this product for months thinking it would clear up my acne. What a waste of time and money. It dried out my skin like crazy almost cracking it. Despite the use of the "moisturizer", I continued to dry up and form more acne. This product line uses too much BP in it. Overall, I wouldn't suggest using this product if you have sensitive skin. It claims to be for all skin types but I disagree.
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August 8, 2009

Pros:

I used Proactiv for about a year, and it worked OK for me; still the occasional breakout and it didn't do much for my blackheads.

Cons:

However, it was recently brought to my attention that Proactiv face wash (and many other exfoliating cleansers) contain POLYETHYLENE BEADS (that's plastic, folks!) which are polluting our water systems and oceans.

I used Proactiv for about a year, before it was brought to my attention that the "microbeads" in the face wash are polyethylene. The plasic beads used as the exfoliant in the Proactiv face wash don't disintegrate with time. They are ingested by fish, birds, shellfish, and other marine life. It is unknown how long it takes for those microplastic beads to leave the bodies of those animals, or if they do at all. If you eat fish, shellfish, or care at all about our marine ecosystem (which provides us with most of the oxygen we breathe), find yourself an all natural cleanser WITHOUT POLYETHYLENE in it.
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August 4, 2009

Pros:

the mask is AWESOME

Cons:

smell
inconsistent
drying

the mask is awesome and works immediately. I have been using this for about a year and it worked the first couple of months and then it stopped working. My acne never got worse but it didn't get better either. My face got VERY dry. Once i stopped using it and then tried to go back to it, it didn't work. In the summer after sweating and being in the pool, the product never worked again but the mask is definitely worth buying. I still buy it even though i dont buy the other products.
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August 1, 2009

Pros:

It made my skin feel smoother for a while and it also cleared my skin- for a while.

Cons:

To be honest, it made my skin worse. I have had problems with acne for 4 years and I thought it would help but It didn't. It made my skin peel and even after I stoped I had to put up with peeling skin and a very red irritated face for 2 months.

Maybe it works for people with light or moderate acne, but it didn't work for me. I regret using it now. The process of puting the medication on every morning and night does take up time. It can be a hassle if your someone who feels uncomfortable puting a cream on top of a cream. Like I said it did work for a while. It was slowly making my acne clear up and then two weeks later, it came back twice as bad. If it gets in your eyes it does irritate it. I would never use it again, but I did get my money back.
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July 30, 2009

Pros:

It worked the for the first year or so and made my face look clear and hydrated.

Cons:

It just recently stopped working for me. It has always smelt horrible and when I go to sleep, I'll wake up and my room smells awful. The toner feels like it's burning my skin sometimes.

It doesn't work and is pricey.
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July 29, 2009

Cons:

Never fully cleared my skin and caused dark spots to develop on my face. Another annoying side effect was that the stuff bleaches fabrics (be sure it is really dry before laying down unless you want your pillow cases and sheets ruined).

Soooo not worth the price! Also, on the website you can't cancel your order and when I called customer service they asked immediately why I was calling and then put me on hold for over 10 minutes then tried to convince me not to cancel...
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July 27, 2009

Pros:

None

Cons:

Bad reaction. My eyelids swelled shut within hours of use. I realize I'm probably one of few who have a severe allergic reaction like this. Also, difficult to stop automatic shipping and get your money back!

For ME it just wasn't worth the time and discomfort to see if it worked or not. Everyone reacts differently, of course. But beware if you have uber-sensitive skin and/or have had that kind of reaction to benzoyl peroxide before. And I didn't like that it was difficult to get my money back. My father actually had to call them to tell them I was allergic to the stuff and only then did they credit me and stop sending the orders.
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July 24, 2009

Pros:

It kept my skin soft. It smells good.

Cons:

Made my skin worse. A few hours after use, my skin became very oily.

It's not something anyone should try. The success stories on TV were obvious flukes.
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July 21, 2009

Pros:

Skin feels clean.

Cons:

Didn't work for me. Acne temporarily left for a small period of time and came back. A lot of time is spent doing this in the morning and night.

I recommend this product for individuals with mild acne. If you have moderate acne and cysts, do not waste your money and time. You will probably need to take Accutane to permanently get rid of that.
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