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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January 15, 2007

Pros:

it works!!! no unpleasant scent

Cons:

a little pricey

I'm the kind of person who doesn't get much acne, but when they do get it, they freak out!!!! my dad saw how upset i would get over this and got me proactiv for christmas. I have to say that this is the best product I have ever used on my face and I will continue to use it. By the way, it had never been drying for me..but only use a pea sized amount for the repairing lotion and you should be just fine.
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January 9, 2007

Pros:

Worked immediately - I saw results within a week. I never thought I would ever get rid of my blackheads, but this did it! And the mask is wonderful.

Cons:

Smell is not so great, bleaches material. Dries the skin, at least at first. Kind of expensive if you don't buy by the kit (3-step system, plus Daily moisturizer and Refining mask = $102) I have waay to much repairing lotion...

This is the only regimen I've tried that actually did what it said it would. At first, Proactiv can dry your skin, so make sure you follow the directions, and use the repairing lotion carefully. Stick with it and it works.
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January 5, 2007

Pros:

I have tried heaps of products and this is the only one that really works.
I have recently been able to buy individual products as needed and now only use the cleanser and lotion regularly and the toner sometimes.

Cons:

It has bleached my towels and pillows even though I try to be so careful to wash my hands throughly after using it.

I have naturally oily skin so the drying effect is good for me. Maybe others should only use it once a day until the skin gets used to it, increasing frequency as and if needed. I find that skipping a day of the cleanser here or there is benefical to my skin and now use the cleanser every second day, making sure that I use the toner and lotion on those days. You must use trial and error until you get the right mix for your particular skin.
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December 23, 2006

Pros:

Works well, I used it for like 2 weeks and my skin feels softer, at first it was dried out.

Cons:

Make sure you use it 2x a day otherwise it won't work well, your pores will be really defined.

Like they say, patience is the key. You just have to give it time to wash out all the ickyness in your skin. they say pimples form 2-3 weeks in advance before they appear, so give it that to get rid of them all!
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December 13, 2006

Pros:

Proactiv is an extremely user friendly product. I love the 3-step system. It makes my skin feel fresh and clean, morning and night. It starts working almost immediately, which definitley works for me!

Cons:

No real cons for Proactiv. I noticed that the toner has a bit of a funny smell, but that's about it. It might dry out your face for the first week or so, but it eventually goes away.

After using the Proactiv system for about a month, I started noticing my moderate acne was clearing and it stayed clear! I'm like thousands who've tried countless acne products in search of a solution and Proactiv was the answer for me. If you are one of those people who like to pick at your acne... after Proactiv clears your acne, you will notice your not picking so much anymore, which in turn, will reduce scars. I love this product and everything about it. Unless for some reason Proactiv stops working on my face, then I will not buy anything else for my acne. The price is a bit expensive, but it's definitley worth it if you struggle with acne problems!
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December 5, 2006
its good. i love it
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November 20, 2006

Pros:

It will clear up your skin, but you have to wait about 4 months.

Cons:

Expensive and you really have to stick to the regiment.

I have tried everything, and was very dissapointed. This really is the only thing that works. But you have to remember to scrub your face for 2 minutes morning and night, wait for your toner to dry before applying the lotion, and also use the refining mask 3-4 times a week. Also I would reccomend Daily Oil Control if your face is oily!! It can be tough to stick to, but it's even worse being embarassed to show your face ! Remember to wait at least 4 months!
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February 6, 2013

Pros:

Works
Feels refreshing
Easy to follow

Cons:

Dries out skin a bit

I am 13 and I ordered ProActiv for my very light acne, at first it dried out my skin and made it red. I reduced the using of the product to just one time per day, and then started it using it two times a day. This seemed to do the trick. I still get an ocassional breakout but overall its fantastic!
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January 24, 2013

Pros:

cleared up my skin

Cons:

dryness
redness
sensitivity

It works but I had to buy an additional moisturizer. If you breakout easily, you know this can be scary. I did, however, find this stuff which has been AWESOME and I didn't even have one breakout because of it. I highly recommend it. [link removed]
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June 27, 2012

Pros:

Works pretty well. Ordering is easy. Cancellation easy. Money back guarantee. No side effects. Easy to use.

Cons:

None.

Im 30 years old and have had acne since about age 11. It was managable until aboutage 26 when it became quite persistant and severe. I decided to give proactiv a try 2 years ago. I HATED it. My face dried out so much that it was scaly and red. I cried and cried. I was using extra oil free moisturizer and tea tree oil. Well, that was the problem. I went to using it every other day with neutrogena moiturizer. My face calmed down and i noticed my acne clearing. After a month i went to every day. I quit using it because my face cleared. Silly me. I went back on it about a year ago and have found its the only thing to really help me. Granted my face isnt completely clear. I dont use it twice daily though. I think i'll start with twice daily. Overall i love it. I went from a face covered with acne, to a few pimples on my jawline. For those suffering from drying effects, i suggest easing into and using a seperate moiturizer with the 3 steps.
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