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 23, 2012

Pros:

-Cleared acne to a small extent

Cons:

-Irritated my skin
-Stopped working after 2 weeks
-Started making acne worse
-Smells gross

Ugh, I would defintiley NOT buy this again and definitley regret wasting money on this trash. Do not think for a second that your acne will go away completley and stay away completey with this product. It is very harsh on the skin and irritates it like crazy. It did clear a little bit of my acne, like maybe 20%, but it stopped working after about 3 weeks and then after that it just made it worse. If you have sensitive skin, STAY AWAY FROM THIS.
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February 9, 2012

Pros:

Softer skin, good clean feeling.

Cons:

Didn't clear my skin.

It simply isn't the magic potion they claim it is. It maintained my skin when it was clearing up, but when I had a breakout, forget about it.
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February 8, 2012

Pros:

No pros for me...

Cons:

Didn't do anything...

I tried it years ago, didn't work. Noticed maybe even more breakouts? But I believe that it possibly was from the stress of not seeing results.... I think it may be a good products for those with mild acne. If you have moderate acne, all over, that doesn't seem to go away. Topical products WILL NOT cure you. I have cleared my skin up 70 percent with lots of research and keeping an open mind. I take a variety of vitamins that has helped with my skin so much. A topical item I do use is Milk of Magnesia. Don't shoot it down, read the reviews here on acne.org GREAT STUFF FOR OILY SKIN! Anyway, If you have skin like mine, all over back, chest, (strange though not so much on my face) then you might have an internal issue. online I have read lots of things about the link of acne and insulin resistance. Just do the research, IT ALL MAKES SENSE! I am 18 and have acne since I was 12, I will not stop till I've found the cure! If you have bad acne, none of these mainstream products are going to help you. Now, if you have a couple of blemishes on your face, and just need a good wash, I think proactive can help. If your issue is a little more than skin deep... save your money, there is cheaper more effective products, I would know. I have tried everything under the sun! oh speaking of sun... The sun works wonders too, sun in moderation can benefit you and your acne! Sorry I've been rambling, just want to share some of my advice and not completely bash this product. Didn't work for me, but could work for you. I can see why people are disappointed... I know I was, but I have head some good results too from others. It really just depends on the person. Now if you are like me, PUT THE MAIN STREAM WASHES DOWN! Cure your body, acne is a symptom of a bigger issue. Fix the problem that is causing the acne symptom, and you can achieve clear skin! I have faith I will make my 70% clear skin a 98% very soon! (100% is a little unrealistic I think) :D
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February 7, 2012

Pros:

-It works!
-It works!
-It works!

Cons:

Nothing really. I guess, its a little on the expensive side.

I bought proactiv after being so fed up with my acne which has been bugging me for almost 5 years. No one knew I used proactiv and after a few day, a friend noticed and said, "hey, your skin looked a lot better". Compliments keeps coming from that point. It truely changed my life! Its a year after now and Im back to square one - this time, even worse. But thats cause I stopped using Proactiv after 6 month, when I felt my skin looked its best and acne is out my way. Bottomline, proactiv works if you use it consistently and stick with it till...welll, forever. Either way, proactiv gets my two thumbs up :)
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January 23, 2012

Pros:

Controlled acne pretty well and that's about it

Cons:

Made face flaky
Made my face irritated
Never really did clear it up

Bottom line is my experience wasn't horrible, it controlled my acne quite well but it never cleared it up. My face always felt dry but never dirty.
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December 11, 2011

Pros:

Prevents breakouts, somewhat clears acne scar.

Cons:

Really dries the skin

I noticed that i have a lot less breakouts since I used it. I highly recommend a type of moisturizer because it's really dry.
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December 11, 2011

Pros:

Nothing.

Cons:

Charges money when didn't order anything.

This stupid product has been charging me extra money when I didn't even order anything. They have been charging me for six months and now they have stop. Dont waste ur money on this stupid product not even helpful at all! It will jus charge u $200 for stuff u didn't order!
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December 8, 2011

Pros:

cleared up skin quickly, not too drying, refining mask is amazing, only thing that I've actually seen positive results from

Cons:

price, worried about it becoming ineffective after a while

I have mild/moderate acne and I've literally tried everything (topicals, antibiotics, accutane)! None of these have worked! I began using proactiv about a month ago and have never been happier with my skin. I would recommend it to anyone, to at least try it.
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December 5, 2011

Pros:

It works for me acne gone

Cons:

Expensive
Skin become dry and peeling
Bleaching my towels, clothes and pillow cases

I had acne for many years and never gone permanently until I use this system. I didn't buy from Proactiv anymore, it's too expensive and terrible customer service. I bought from Ebay , much cheaper. Well, I can't stop using it.
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November 13, 2011

Pros:

Makes skin glow
Makes your skin smooth
Smells nice

Cons:

Doesn't clear hormonal acne at all
Hard to keep up with skin care routine
TOO MANY STEPS
Expensive

This did not work for me. I'm 20 years old and I've been suffering from acne since I was 14, this stuff is a load of bull crap..No matter how much I used it I still got bumps on my right side of my face. So if you have hormonal acne I would suggest you not use this..
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