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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March 19, 2008

Pros:

It arrived just a few days after I ordered it.

Cons:

It dried my skin out, it smelled bad, it was really expensive.

It dried my skin out so bad that it was painful, and my face started to flake off, my cheeks turned bright red, and I actually looked old because my skin looked like leather. It felt like I had a really bad sunburn. I ended up going and buying some lotion and new face wash. Just a suggestion but I got Neutrogena Healthy Skin lotion spf 15 ($10.00), and pHisoderm ($4.00) (it's in a mint green bottle with a gold lid) you can get them at wal-mart and my skin has cleared up in about a week, dry skin and all for anyone who is still looking for something that works, maybe this will help you out. I used pHisoderm all though school and it has always kept my face clear. I will never suggest that anyone uses Proactive it was horrible!!!
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March 14, 2008

Pros:

clears most acne up (depending on the cause and degree of your acne) immediately, a good combination of products, the mask is great when used properly on larger outbreaks, Smooth face, gentle exfoliation, less inflamed acne, ance scar improvement.

Cons:

It does happen to get worse before it gets better when you first try it. dries out your skin (especially in winter, also depending on your skin type) the moisturizer doesn't help much, requires patience - could have more product for the price.

It clears up most acne i have had, chances are that if your acne isn't at a bad degree- this stuff will help you out. Sudden outbreaks may take time to disappear, for that i use their mask, which contains sulfer and is great for overnight treatments. I would recommend using this system as instructed, but if you notice your skin is too dry, (depending on your acne & skin type) don't hesitate to use it once a day instead of twice a day and use a natural cleanser (like tea tree oil or a cream cleanser) to substitute. when you first try it your skin will be irritated and it will get worse before it gets better, stick with it (you might read a lot of reviews saying, "it stops working!") I find its pretty gentle after awhile once you deal with the dryness and learn how to work with it based on your acne and skin type. this system requires patience and is marketed to allow you to believe it'll magically make your acne disappear, it may well be the case but not for all faces.
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March 5, 2008

Pros:

worked for my husband

Cons:

Made my eyes red and itchy and my skin really dry until it adjusted. Seemed to work at first but then stopped. Bleaches towels.

Works for some, didn't for me.. Price wouldn't be a problem if it worked, I'd pay just about anything... I also think that if it is bleaching fabric it can't be great for my skin...
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February 25, 2008

Pros:

Product lasts quite a while. Worked great for 1st year.

Cons:

Stopped working almost to the day after I had been using it a year. Lotion wasn't very helpful, has acne treatment in it which I think dries you out even more instead of helping.

My acne is always around my jawline and chin. I tried a ton of other products and then decided to try Proactiv. I was warned by several people that Proactiv works for a while and then stops, but I thought I would give it a try anyway. It worked so great for the first year. My face was clearer than it had ever been. Then after my first year was up, it stopped working. My face is now back to how it was before. I waited a long time and then tried Proactiv again, and still no luck. I think that you just become immune to it.
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February 22, 2008

Pros:

I'm 45 years old and have had an acne problem since 15. I heard about Practiv a few years ago and tried it.The BP was irritating at first so i reduced the usage and continued to use it with great success. Where was this product 30 years ago?!

Cons:

I wish this product could smooth out the scarring and reduce the redness of the scars. I hate being under certain lighting because the scars are so visible.

I contiue to use Proaciv just because it keeps the pimples away. My skin feels smooth to touch and there is no irritation. Try it. Start out slow and have patients. Proactiv works!
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February 22, 2008

Pros:

This product is inexpensive, gradually clears up acne and is easy to use.

Cons:

Causes skin to become dry which may be uncomfortable.

I've used this product for about a month and have noticed a positive change in my skin. My acne has decreased and is much more tolerable. The product leaves my face feeling clean and fresh. My skin tone has also evened out since I've begun using it. I believe that acne medications are different for everyone depending on the ph and hormone levels in your body. I tried this product a few years ago an it didn't work. But, now I have a great improvement.
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February 13, 2008

Pros:

What a waste of money........

Cons:

A big waste of money....

Id love to see the 'people' who do the Proactiv ads, get right close up to them when there is no makeup on them, fancy lighting, cameras etc and see what their skin really looks like. Proactiv did nothing in improving my skin, the toner burnt my skin, made it red and itchy.....my skin broke out more. I tried using it twice...in a 2 year period...did nothing. This stuff sucks and is a big joke.....waste of money if you ask me!
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February 13, 2008

Pros:

Improved my complexion and the smaller bumps but the larger bumps were still there.

Cons:

After I ran out the acne came back worse than ever.

The toner and "free" sulfur cream is the best part, the rest is just for show. I recommend to anyone with minor acne, not major like mine.
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February 12, 2008

Pros:

it helped a lot when i first used it! acne went away in less then a week!

Cons:

stopped using it for around 2 weeks and it doesnt work as well.. takes a lot longer to clear my face

if you choose to use this product i strongly suggest you stick with it. otherwise your screwed.
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February 6, 2008

Pros:

It keeps your skin under control. It might not leave your skin PERFECTLY clear, but it does a good job at keeping breakouts under control.

Cons:

If you over do it, it can dry out your skin and leave it a bit flakey. You need to consider the fact that your skin needs to get used to BP if it's never been exposed to it before. So it might me a bit red in the beginning.

It's not for everyone, my skin is looking alot better than before but I'm considering using other products since proactiv doesn't do much for blackheads/milia/scars. Usage: almost 3 years
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