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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November 11, 2007

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proactiv leaves your skin feeling clean and smooth,easy to follow. skin left clear for short periods.

Cons:

while using this my skin did become dry, and when my skin did clear, it was for a very short time before my face became covered in whiteheads and cluster breakouts.

clear skin with proactiv takes a long time coming and leaves very temporary affects.
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November 11, 2007

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Initially the product felt luxurious and left my skin feeling smooth, soft, and not stripped of any moisture. I noticed within days my pores became more refined, and my skin was softer and texture improved.

Cons:

And then- BOOM! What was at first a small breakout in my chin area became a festering cess pool of large pustules that spread onto my cheeks as well. Also experienced severe itching & dryness about 3 weeks into the treatment, and ceased use totally.

I've found products such as cetaphil or spectro to be less irritating and more gentle on my sensitive skin- unlike "proactive", which is too sweetly scented and has rough granules in its cleanser which irritate the skin over time... Bottom line? Save your money and don't bother.
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November 8, 2007

Pros:

Did help my acne. My skin is soft, smooth, glowy, more even. Even after oil control lotion, repairing lotion, and moisturizer my skin doesn't feel gunky. Contrary to other reviews this moisturized my senstive dry skin.

Cons:

It hasn't worked AS well as I had hoped. Expensive. The cleanser runs out faster than everything else. Its nearly impossible to use a "dime size" amount like they suggest.

My favorite product so far, but still looking.
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November 7, 2007

Pros:

I saw results almost right away - within the first week, most of my face had cleared up with the exception of a few pimples.

Cons:

Makes your skin REALLY dry. My face, especially around the chin and mouth, started flaking and it looks kind of gross.

Proactive is good for getting rid of pimples - but if you already have dry skin, like I do, it's tough to deal with the flaky skin. I'm going to try and use some oil-free moisterizer, but if it doesn't work, I'll come to the conclusion that proactive is only for people with oily skin.
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November 6, 2007

Pros:

quite affordable the kit last me 3-4 months

Cons:

doesnt work for me, i been on it for over a year

i used it at the begining and notice a bit improvement but after a month i just get regual pimples and zips i call proactuve up and they told me to stay on it for 3-4 months and i did but still didnt work and i call them up again and the change my proatcive to proactive plus which is stronger for the same price and i stay on it for 5 months untill i finaly just gave up cuz it want working now i'm acnezine and havent notice a different after a month
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November 1, 2007

Pros:

skin feels calm

Cons:

wont help you completely

although it did not treat my acne completely. But somehow it controls the acne from spreading. For me once my acne is under control. Its good. works for some people. You can try , it helped me..
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October 31, 2007

Pros:

It can reduce the appearance of pores.

Cons:

It can really dry up your skin.I also became darker when I was using proactiv, eventhough I use sunblock when I'm outdoors.

No to sensitive skin. Recommended only if you're not sensitive to benzoyl peroxide. Does not work for everybody. Not to me.
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October 28, 2007

Pros:

Since I was a young girl I have had terrible redness and small persistent pimples that would never go away. I have used proactiv for one month and they are gone! My skin feels so much smoother and I am no longer embarrassed about blemishes :)

Cons:

My face went very dry, but I carried a moisturizer around with me and it went away within days! It is a little pricey for a student but I was spending nearly as much every month trying different products that weren't working.

I'm very satisfied with this product. I have more confidence because I no longer have to think about whether or not I have a pimple because I don't! My skin feels great and the tone has evened out, it even helped with my rosacea! Be sure to use it consistently and read the labels and be sure that you know what you are doing, twice a day everyday and it will work :)
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October 21, 2007

Pros:

Shipping intervals, mix match of products (if needed) and EXCELLENT customer service

Use this product as directed otherwise you will experience drying. If you opt for the 3 piece kit be sure to use some type of moisturizer with SPF to prevent drying and minimize sun exposure. With any skin care product you have to use it more than a month or two to reap the benefits as well as using only the dime sized amount
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October 17, 2007

Pros:

celeberty endorsements

Cons:

i used proactive for 5 months. I saw results within two months but after another few weeks, my skin got worse. for me, the worst thing about it was that it made my skin look extremely greasy and shiny.

it looks good in the box and has neat packaging
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