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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June 24, 2007

Pros:

The benzoyl peroxide lotion is gentle enough to use every day, and has a nicer texture than other BP products out there.

Cons:

Overall, PROACTIV didn't really help my skin. After using it for 5 weeks, I was still breaking out - maybe even more than usual. I was getting even more breakouts of smaller pimples all over my chin and jawline. Bigger pimples were also still there.

Do not waste your money on these products! PROACTIV is way too expensive, and the toner & cleanser are basically useless. If you're not going to visit the dermatologist yet, try other over-the-counter acne medications before you try PROACTIV. In all the cases I've heard (over 10!) it didn't work at all, even with people who used it for over 3 months.
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May 24, 2007

Pros:

My skin felt clean and cool after using. I also think the price is not that bad.

Cons:

I used it for about two months and I had to stop using it because my skin was so dry and it looked like I had patches over my face. I even tried using moisturizer but it still did not help. That's how dry my face was.

I think it is a good product and that if it was not for the dryness, the product probably would have worked better in my case.
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May 20, 2007

Pros:

My skin is smooth and the acne is going away slowly....

Cons:

Buring my face right off!!!!

Ok I've used it for about a couple of months....and i have this burning sensasion....it feels like my face is on fire and now im getting red bluches....Has anyone of this problem before?????
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May 19, 2007

Pros:

Yerright...i believed it proactiv in the commercials and seeing all those people use it and i wanted to try it too and i got really happy and it felt good the first two days...

Cons:

After a week of usage on proactiv my skin developed rashed and a huge side effect from benzeyl proxide now under my eyes i had red marks that hurt my face really badly and it didnt go away for 2 weeks

Use proactiv if your doctor recommends it to you if you dont have a doctor please go see one before you believe the crap that show you on TV i mean for gods sake look at all the make up they put when they're shooting those...obviosly their skin is going to look beautiful
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May 18, 2007

Pros:

It helps in a way for me like it keep the acne from breaking out and helps my face feel refreshed and such.

Cons:

I have very oily skin and I thought Proactiv would help cease the problem. But it doesn't really. Also I've been using this product for a little over a month now and to tell the truth, I don't see much of a difference; it's dissapointing really.

I recommend anyone to see a dermatologist first. Don't think 'cause many celebrities use it and it works on them means that it'll work on you too.
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May 18, 2007

Pros:

It leaves your skin feeling nice and smooth and the toner &. cream really works on oily faces.

Cons:

If you do not have a lot of acner, this product is not recommended. It might make your face worse if you are sensitive as well.

I will not completely diss Proactiv Solution because it mihgt work for some people. The bottom line is that if you have sensitive skin, it is advised you might see a dermatologist and get extra advice before trying any product. Also, if your acne is limited, it might just make your face worse. A rash may develop on sensitive skin (sidenote.) If you really need it for bad acne, try it. But i SERIOUSLY ADVISE SEEING A DERMATOLIST. I am not going to NOT recommend it because it may work for some people. But it may not for others. It is up to you and your skin's needs.
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May 14, 2007

Pros:

NONE.

Cons:

Harsh, drying, expensive, fragranced, irritating.... nothing good in it.

Bottom line? Proactiv SUCKS big time. I didn't have bad acne to start with (a few pimples here and there)so I tried Proactiv and I ended up WITH acne. I am so sorry that I got sucked into the infomercials. Proactiv is very bad if you have sensitive skin as it will ruin your skin. It gave me more breakouts, it dehydrated my skin and left it with brown spots. I stopped and my skin cleared up within days. I'm using Cetaphil gentle cleanser which is awesome if you don't have a lot of acne to start with and if your skin is sensitive. My skin is now flawless and thanks to Cetaphil. Proactiv sucks, suck, sucks. The "before and after" pictures that they claim are "untouched" are false as I could see the makeup and the lighting in the after shots. Shame on Proactiv and shame on the celebrities for using desperate customers like us into making us believe that this product works. What a load of crap. It's maddening!
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May 10, 2007

Pros:

leaves your face feel silky smooth and clean and improves acne.

Cons:

I had small pimples and black spots and itchy.

I use it once a day and help improve my face. This has been the third application and it left my face silky smooth thanks to PROACTIV
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April 28, 2007

Pros:

aint no pros

Cons:

proactive does not work i got more pimples on my cheeks and forehead dont use it unless you want more pimples

its bull
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April 21, 2007

Pros:

None.

Cons:

Made my skin worse: dry and irritated.

Do not use this product if your skin is sensitive. Product way too harsh. The less one uses the better the skin.
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